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emkz:
While Tinubu was building a party, someone rode on the back of Ojukwu to prominence. Had he remained in APGA, APGA would have been a national force.

After his tenure, which was mediocre at best and lackluster, he went to PDP. He did not accomplish anything there, and went to LP where he rode on the back of the Obidient group and mismanaged it. Even in local elections, his candidates exhibit very poor showings. An indication that his political weight is insignificant.

He should not be compared with Tinubu.

Tinubu's vision in Lagos was annoying as it caused short-term hardship and long-term gains as we saw later.

LAWMA was rebranded by Tinubu for waste collection. LAMATA was started by Tinubu, and 20 years on, LAMATA is managing a state-owned rail. LASAMBUS (ambulance services), LASAA (adverts and signage) and tax administration were Tinubu's products.

Yes, we are experiencing short-term pains, but we should be hopeful for long-term rewards. You can see how decisive Tinubu is after pressures on insecurity. His approach is to plan and not jump in. Let us continue to put pressure on him to deliver.

Some people will say that someone saved money. Anyone who gets money for free as allocation can save if he doesn't have investment plans. By now, that state should be fabricating everything under the sun and become economically sustainable if it ever had visionary leadership. If possible, find a Tinubu boy with Tinubu's vision to run that state and give them 12 years.

Meanwhile, some cabinet ministers need to be reviewed and allowed to go. Many of them are a cog in the wheel of development.

I think Tinubu may win in 2027. Since 1999, the opposition has never been in this level of disarray less than 15 months to a major election.

brainbox1000:
Sometimes I wonder how young people with fictional brain , likes comments like yours .. seems like same people are the ones clapping for tinubu whatever he is on tv saying rubbish.. abeg I just tire for this country

Chilipepper:
This foodstuffs or 1million naira? Choose wisely

LagosOrigin:
I think it's about time that tinubu resigns

He has become a disgrace to this country.

I even read on Twitter this morning that this terorists has set up a camp in Ajebo in Ogun state , the news is still unfolding .

Tinubu has no business being president , he's useless to this country right now.

After building his first startup at 19, this Babcock University graduate now heads the African subsidiary of an Indian fintech

Miracle Nwankwo's journey into technology began in a secondary school ICT lab, where his first encounter with computers sparked a curiosity that would shape his career. Today, at just 22 years old, he serves as CEO of Veefin Solutions Nigeria, leading the African expansion of a global fintech giant that processes over $40 billion annually.

Early Inspiration and Self Taught Beginnings

Nwankwo's path was heavily influenced by Mark Zuckerberg's story. The young entrepreneur was captivated by how Zuckerberg built a world changing platform and achieved billionaire status while still young. This inspiration drove Nwankwo to decide early in secondary school that he would study Computer Science and build tech solutions for millions.

Despite having no coding experience before university and not owning a laptop until his first year at Babcock University, Nwankwo immersed himself in self learning. Through YouTube, freeCodeCamp, and online tutorials, combined with hackathon participation, he built a solid GitHub portfolio and gained practical skills. His first freelance coding job in 2022 earned him ₦60,000, validating his decision to pursue tech.

Building BookClinic

At 19, while interning, Nwankwo co founded BookClinic with his cousin. The health tech startup functioned like an Uber for healthcare diagnostics, allowing users to book medical services such as X rays, CT scans, and blood tests in advance. The platform displayed nearby partner facilities, their availability, pricing, and appointment times, enabling users to skip long wait times by simply presenting a booking ID.

BookClinic achieved notable traction, partnering with approximately 80 healthcare centers across 18 locations in Lagos. The startup secured $20,000 in investment in 2023. However, after about a year of operations, founder challenges forced a pause. Nwankwo hasn't abandoned the venture, with a new version currently in development.

The Transition to Veefin

BookClinic became the unexpected bridge to Nwankwo's current role. An investor connected him with the founders of Veefin, an Indian fintech company seeking to expand into Nigeria and Africa. The company's leadership entrusted him with spearheading their Nigerian and West African expansion. In February 2025, Nwankwo became CEO of Veefin Solutions Nigeria, with the official launch following in August 2025. The entire BookClinic team transitioned to the new venture.

Veefin is a substantial player in the global fintech space, partnering with over 500 banks and financial institutions including HSBC, the Central Bank of India, Bank of Kigali, and IndusIand Bank. The company provides comprehensive technology infrastructure for banks, non banking financial companies, and corporations. Their solutions consolidate multiple functions including web platforms, mobile applications, analytics, fraud monitoring, risk tools, and customer service into single, integrated systems.

Learning Curve and Current Work

Stepping from health tech into fintech leadership required significant adaptation. Nwankwo had to master the lending ecosystem, business banking structures, internal bank operations, compliance requirements, risk management, and regulatory frameworks. He also learned enterprise level sales, pitching technology solutions to bank executives and demonstrating how the platform helps institutions scale efficiently while reducing costs.

In Nigeria, Veefin's primary offering focuses on supply chain finance platforms, though the parent company operates 11 product lines globally, including digital lending, fraud and risk analytics, trade finance, cash management, AI solutions, and securitization solutions.

Technology in Daily Life

Nwankwo estimates technology influences virtually 100% of his life. WhatsApp is essential for business communications, while his mobile phone serves as the command center for both professional and personal activities. AI tools have become indispensable for refining emails, developing content, organizing tasks, brainstorming, and analyzing documents.

He maintains his edge by surrounding himself with tech savvy colleagues and friends, attending industry events, following tech influencers, and reading tech blogs. His curiosity drives him to quickly try new technologies. He tested AI tools like Sora immediately upon release, though cost sometimes presents a barrier.

Building in Public

Social media has become a personal branding tool for Nwankwo. He regularly posts on LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram about his work, challenges, and projects. Some posts have gone viral, creating new opportunities. His philosophy is simple: if you're building something innovative, the world should know about it.

Looking ahead, Nwankwo believes technology will continue its splendid transformation of the future, with major innovations emerging every five to ten years. He points to ChatGPT as an example of technology that seemed to appear suddenly but now makes life significantly easier, predicting that today's cutting edge tools will eventually be replaced by something even better.

From a secondary school ICT lab to leading a multibillion dollar fintech's African expansion, Nwankwo's story demonstrates how early inspiration, self driven learning, and seizing opportunities can accelerate an ambitious career in technology.