Strategy
Structured thinking to navigate complexity and drive sustainable growth.
Building systems that work across Africa.
Kickoff is a multidisciplinary advisory, innovation, and investment firm helping organisations build systems that work
About KickOff
Kickoff is a multidisciplinary advisory, innovation, and investment firm helping organizations build systems that work. We integrate strategy, research, programs, people operations, technology, and investments under one execution framework—supporting startups, corporates, DFIs, and governments across Africa.
With primary operations in Nigeria, the UK, and the UAE, we combine global expertise with deep local context to help organizations operate with structure, clarity, and long-term sustainability. We build, systems, and products that help institutions operate better
We don’t just advise, we deliver.
We are positioned at the intersection of:
Technology
Engineering capability that turns concepts into scalable digital products.
Execution
Implementation excellence from ideation through to sustainable impact.
Vision, Mission & Philosophy
Vision
To be the most trusted advisory and innovation firm shaping Africa’s next- generation institutions.
Mission
To help organisations operate with structure, clarity, and purpose—transforming ambitious ideas into sustainable systems.
Philosophy
Africa’s growth depends on execution—turning ideas into systems that last. We build capacity, not dependency, and create solutions that outlive our engagements.
Our Values
IntegrityCourageExcellenceCollaborationImpact
Our Journey So Far
A deliberate progression of building capabilities, forging partnerships, and expanding our structural impact.
2021 – 2023
Foundation
Started as an early-stage investment vehicle; made 30+ venture investments.
2023 – 2024
Expansion
Transitioned into a structured advisory outfit, delivering programmes, research, and hands-on venture building. Designed 7+ incubators and accelerators.
2024 – 2025
Partnership Building
Strengthened trust with DFIs, governments, and ecosystem partners. Built out research, project management, and completed the StartupHR acquisition.
2026 & Beyond
Kickoff
Kickoff evolves into a portfolio-based structure combining investment capability, consulting depth, and execution excellence.
Our Core Service Lines
Advisory
Strategy, transformation, and innovation consulting for organisations navigating complexity.
Programmes
Design and implementation of innovation, entrepreneurship, & capacity-building programs.
Product & Engineering
Technical capability supporting both client work and internal venture products
Research & Insights
Evidence-based studies supporting decision-making.
Investment
Backing entrepreneurs solving Africa’s pressing challenges.
PeopleOps(StartupHR)
Helping organisations build world-class teams.
Our Business Structure
Kickoff now operates through five interconnected business units, coordinated by the Strategy & Leadership Office.
KickOff Capital
Investments, funds management, transaction advisory
KickOff Advisory
Strategy, transformation, programmes,innovation & technology consulting
StartupHR
HR advisory, recruitment, talent systems, training
KickOff Ventures
Venture studio, AI labs, product development
Kickoff Services
Finance, Operations, IT, Marketing, Admin, People Ops
Market Landscape & Positioning
Kickoff now operates through five interconnected business units, coordinated by the Strategy & Leadership Office.
Where We Operate
Our clients include DFIs, governments, corporates and startups who need a partner that understands both global standards and African context.
- Fintech & Financial Inclusion
- Digital Identity & Public Infrastructure
- Data Systems & Analytics
- Education & Workforce Development
- Government modernisation
Our Competitive Advantages
01
Strategic depth
02
Implementation agility
03
Contextual insight
04
Multidisciplinary delivery model
05
Concept → execution → scale
Portfolio and Partners
Our partnerships extend our ability to deliver scalable and measurable impact. Kickoff collaborates with DFIs and investors, Government agencies, Corporates, Technology partners and Ecosystem actors across Africa
Portfolio
We have made early stage equity investments into the following startups:
Meet the dedicated professionals who drive our company forward.
Ayobami Olajide
Research and Advisory Lead
Olapeju Jolayemi
Communications and Marketing Lead
Daramola Oluwatobi
Product Designer
Amarachi Chinedu
Ecosystem Engagement Specialist
Ngozi Ogo
Head of Product & Programs
Bisola Oluwakorede Magbagbeola
Graduate Trainee
Mimiwar Ahile
Head of Operations
Gbenga Akinnukawe
Frontend Developer
Daniel Owuna
Technical Project Manager
Oluwaseyi Salau
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Funmi Olajide
Research & Advisory Associate
Eunice Azu
Portfolio Support Analyst
Samuel Elijah
Recruitment Associate
Patrick Oguamanam
Backend Developer
Zainab Uthman
HRBP
Akintomiwa Koledoye
Product Manager
Victoria Momoh
Research & Advisory Analyst
Elizabeth Kehinde
Executive Assistant
Our Offices are all across the world
ABUJA
9 Tema Street, Wuse Zone 7, FCT, Abuja
LAGOS
22, Glover Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
LONDON
71-75 Shelton Street, WC2H 9JQ, London, UK