PrimeSeed Capital

PrimeSeed Capital is a leading venture capital firm based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializing in providing seed funding to early-stage startups and high-potential businesses across sectors such as fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, and education technology. Founded in 2019 by venture capitalist Adewale Onyekachi, the firm focuses on helping entrepreneurs turn innovative ideas into scalable businesses. PrimeSeed Capital is known for its active involvement in the companies it invests in, providing capital, strategic guidance, and access to an extensive network of industry contacts.

The firm’s portfolio includes some of Nigeria’s most promising startups, with a focus on companies that harness technology to solve real-world problems. PrimeSeed Capital has played a key role in the growth of several successful tech startups, including a Lagos-based e-commerce platform that has grown into one of the leading online marketplaces in Nigeria. The firm also places a strong emphasis on investing in startups with social impact, ensuring that its investments contribute to sustainable development.

PrimeSeed Capital operates with values of entrepreneurship, innovation, and partnership. In 2023, the firm reported assets under management (AUM) of NGN 18 billion, with revenues of NGN 5 billion. Moving forward, PrimeSeed Capital plans to increase its focus on fintech, education technology, and sustainable ventures, aiming to support the next generation of innovators in Nigeria and across Africa.