Odunayo Eweniyi is a Nigerian entrepreneur, investor, and technology executive widely recognized as one of Africa’s leading women in fintech and digital innovation. She is best known as the co-founder and Chief Operations Officer of PiggyVest, one of Nigeria’s most successful digital savings and wealth management platforms.
Born and raised in Nigeria, Odunayo developed a passion for technology, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship from an early age. She studied Computer Engineering at the Covenant University, where she gained technical and leadership skills that would later shape her career in the technology industry.
Before co-founding PiggyVest, she worked on several digital and software-related projects while building experience in product management and operations. In 2016, alongside co-founders Joshua Chibueze and Somto Ifezue, she launched PiggyVest, originally introduced as Piggybank.ng. The platform was created to help Nigerians cultivate better saving habits through automated digital savings solutions.
Under Odunayo’s leadership, PiggyVest grew rapidly into one of Africa’s leading fintech companies, serving millions of users and expanding into investment and wealth management services. The company became popular for promoting financial discipline, accessibility, and digital financial inclusion among young Africans. PiggyVest’s success also positioned Odunayo as one of the most influential women shaping Africa’s fintech ecosystem.
Beyond PiggyVest, Odunayo Eweniyi is known for supporting startups, women in technology, and social impact initiatives. She has invested in emerging African startups and actively advocates for gender equality, youth empowerment, and better opportunities for women in STEM and business. She co-founded initiatives aimed at supporting women and underrepresented groups in technology and entrepreneurship.
Her influence has earned her recognition from major global organizations and media platforms. Odunayo has been featured on prestigious lists celebrating young innovators, technology leaders, and influential African entrepreneurs. She has also spoken at international conferences and events focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, fintech, and women’s leadership.
In addition to her business achievements, Odunayo is respected for her bold voice on social issues, governance, and economic inclusion in Africa. She continues to inspire young entrepreneurs across the continent by demonstrating how innovation and technology can solve everyday financial challenges while creating sustainable businesses.
Today, Odunayo Eweniyi stands as one of Africa’s most influential fintech leaders, celebrated for her role in transforming digital savings and financial technology in Nigeria and beyond.