Osogbo, Osun State — December 15, 2025
The Leisure Spring Hotel was filled with electric energy and inspiration as TechPro Institute successfully hosted the second edition of the Osun Tech Exchange. Anchored on the theme “Beyond Knowledge: Inspiring Tech Innovation Across Osun,” the high-leverage event gathered over 240 students, tech professionals, digital entrepreneurs, and government stakeholders for an intensive day of collaborative learning, alignment, and innovation.
The Exchange served as a vital convergence point for Osun State’s rapidly growing tech ecosystem, reinforcing a shared community commitment to equipping local youth with future-ready digital skillsets.
A Stage for Student Innovation
A major structural highlight of the summit was the live project exhibition, where engineering and computer science students from five prominent tertiary institutions presented innovative, real-world software solutions. Following a rigorous technical evaluation process by the judging panel, the top institutional projects were crowned:
🥇 First Place: Fountain University — Fire-Eyes
🥈 Second Place: Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) — Alert Hub
🥉 Third Place: Adeleke University — Skulight and Nocos Website
These architectures demonstrated exceptional programmatic creativity, technical depth, and practical problem-solving abilities, reflecting the massive engineering potential incubating within Osun State’s academic community.
Insights from Industry Leaders
The event execution was seamlessly steered by Miss Anita Itohan, who expertly guided the day's modules. Attendees absorbed strategic operational insights from keynote speakers Prof. Rasheed Adebiyi (Director of NITDA, Fountain University) and Mr. Abayomi Oluyede (Director of Operations, Sub-Saharan Africa at Vesti AI).
A high-level panel discussion followed, featuring regional ecosystem experts:
Prince Lawal Afeez Oyeyemi (Payecards)
Shittu Abdulafeez Ayorinde (Moneta Technology Ltd.)
Oluwaferanmi Adeleye (NITDA)
The panel deeply explored emerging global career pathways, localized innovation opportunities, and long-term scaling strategies for young developers looking to break into the international tech landscape.
Executive Perspective
"Osun Tech Exchange 2.0 was not just an event; it was a definitive declaration that Osun State is fully ready to be a core, high-leverage player in the global tech ecosystem."
— M.O. Oladuntoye, General Manager of TechPro Institute Nigeria
Gratitude to Partners and Supporters
The massive success of this ecosystem summit was made possible through the generous operational support of forward-thinking corporate partners and sponsors, including MTN, Airtel, BQL, KTOP, HTA, Lush Scoops, Hammola International Football Club, and GOF International.
TechPro Institute extends its profound gratitude to all ecosystem attendees, dedicated volunteers, and representatives from the Osun State Ministry of Education for making Osun Tech Exchange 2.0 a resounding milestone.
Core Exchange Pillars
Hands-on student projects guided directly by veteran industry experts.
Direct access to elite internships and localized career opportunities.
Global mentorship networks and professional cross-border networking.