On the rise
10 Brands to Watch
Ten fast-moving brands to keep an eye on as 2027 approaches. Open any card for the full profile.
01
Fintech · Payments
Africhange
Cross-border payments for the African diaspora across 100+ corridors.
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02
Consumer · Delivery
Chowdeck
Lagos-born delivery platform now moving into quick commerce.
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03
Automobile
GAC
Local assembly in Lagos and a first push into electric vehicles.
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04
Banking
Globus Bank
A digital-first commercial bank with fast-growing profits.
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05
Consumer · Delivery
Glovo
Delivery Hero's platform, with Nigeria as its fastest-growing market.
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06
Telecoms · MVNO
Lebara
Nigeria's second commercial MVNO, live nationwide since September 2026.
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07
Mobility · EVs
MAX
Electric mobility, battery swapping and pay-as-you-go rider financing.
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08
Banking
Parallex Bank
A microfinance bank turned commercial bank, now recapitalised.
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09
Banking
PremiumTrust Bank
One of Nigeria's fastest-rising banks since its 2022 launch.
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10
Fintech · Payments
Raenest
Multi-currency accounts and payments for Africa's remote workforce.
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