Introduction
Dexude, a Nigerian ed-tech startup, has been awarded the Business Finland TEMPO funding, a significant milestone that will help the company advance its mission of democratizing access to quality education and empowering learners across Nigeria and beyond.
Innovating Education with AI-Powered Learning
Founded by Kelvin Chikezie and Charles Emembolu, Dexude offers an innovative, AI-powered platform designed to transform how people learn. The platform is live-first, expert-led, and community-driven, allowing users to engage with influential thought leaders and experts directly from their mobile devices. Dexude’s goal is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, regardless of location.
Business Finland's TEMPO Funding: A Boost for Growth
Business Finland, Finland’s official organization for innovation funding, supports startups, SMEs, and mid-cap companies with ambitions for international expansion. The TEMPO funding, which Dexude has now secured, is intended to fuel the growth of companies with high potential. Though the amount of funding is undisclosed, it has a maximum ceiling of EUR60,000 (US$66,000).
For Dexude, this funding will accelerate its expansion efforts, both within Nigeria and into international markets.
A Milestone for Dexude’s Vision
Kelvin Chikezie, co-founder of Dexude, expressed excitement over this milestone, emphasizing the importance of innovation in revolutionizing education.
"Securing the Business Finland TEMPO funding is a significant milestone for Dexude. It underscores our commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to revolutionize the way people learn and grow. We are grateful to the Business Finland team for believing in our vision, and we are excited to embark on this next chapter of Dexude’s journey," Chikezie said.
Empowering Learners Across Nigeria and Beyond
Co-founder Charles Emembolu echoed this sentiment, highlighting the validation that comes with the funding.
"This funding is not only a validation of Dexude’s mission to reinvent education but also a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. With this support, we are poised to accelerate our efforts in democratizing access to quality education and empowering learners across Nigeria and beyond," Emembolu stated.
Paving the Way for the Future of Learning
With the support of Business Finland, Dexude is now better positioned to scale its platform and continue its mission of making education more accessible, personalized, and impactful. As the company expands, its AI-driven, expert-led approach to learning is set to redefine the educational landscape in Nigeria and potentially influence markets beyond.
