Top 10 Nigerian Promising Product Designers to Watch in 2023

In Nigeria’s rapidly evolving tech ecosystem, product design is no longer just about aesthetics, it’s a core driver of innovation, usability, and business growth. As startups scale and industries digitize, a new generation of product designers is stepping up to craft intuitive experiences, solve real-world problems, and shape how millions interact with technology.

These designers aren’t just following global trends, they’re setting them, blending local insight with global best practices to build solutions that are both relevant and scalable. From fintech to healthtech, civic tech to e-commerce, their fingerprints can be found across some of the most impactful products emerging from the continent.

In this spotlight, we highlight 10 promising Nigerian product designers who are pushing the boundaries of digital experience in 2023. Whether through strategic thinking, inclusive design, or community leadership, they represent the future of design in Africa, and they’re just getting started.

1. Michael Ajah- Product Designer, Raise

Michael Ajah brings over six years of expertise in product design, merging aesthetics with functionality to create sustainable solutions. As Lead Product Designer at Raise since January 2022, he has spearheaded transformative projects that have redefined private equity product experiences.
Michael’s achievements include developing the Hermes Design System and internal tools that enabled teams to operate at ten times their previous speed.

He also led the redesign of Raise’s core product, resulting in a remarkable 400% revenue increase. His integration of AI-driven features, such as Organize AI and sales AI voice agents, has improved user experience and positioned Raise as a leader in equity management.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Michael shares his insights through a YouTube channel and curates resources for his design community.

2. Aderinsola Oluwafemi- Product Designer, Edenlife

Aderinsola Oluwafemi is a product designer at Eden Life, where she leads the design and management of all digital products, including the customer-facing mobile app, the Marketplace Vendor platform, and Eden’s internal CRM tool.

She plays a key role in Eden’s shift from an exclusive subscription model to a dynamic on-demand service, helping expand the company’s offerings and reach. Aderinsola designs and maintains Eden’s cohesive cross-platform design system, manages other designers on the team, and ensures a high standard of execution across all outputs.
She works closely with product managers to align user needs with business goals and collaborates with engineers to deliver consistent, high-quality products.

With a strong grasp of how interconnected systems impact the overall experience, she brings a strategic and user-centered approach to every part of the product life cycle.

3. Habeeb Azeez- Product Designer, Brass

Habeeb Azeez is a product designer at Brass, where he focuses on building financial tools that help African businesses manage and grow their money with confidence.

At Brass, he leads the design of core experiences across the Brassmoney platform, from dashboards to transaction flows, with a strong emphasis on clarity, usability, and business impact.

He works closely with engineers and product managers to translate complex financial processes into intuitive interfaces, making enterprise-grade finance more accessible to small and medium businesses. Beyond day-to-day product work, Habeeb contributes to design systems, drives user research efforts, and champions a user-first mindset across the team.

His thoughtful approach and ability to balance business needs with great UX make him a standout voice in Nigeria’s growing fintech design scene.

4. Alison Eyo- Product Designer, Moniepoint

Alison Eyo is a Product Designer at Moniepoint, where she focuses on creating strategic and impactful user experiences that help businesses thrive across Africa. With over three years of experience, she has designed intuitive digital products across industries including fintech, education, e-commerce, health, and crypto.

A passionate user advocate, Alison specializes in ideation, storytelling, and visual design—bringing depth, creativity, and intention to every project she touches. She’s particularly drawn to understanding why and how people interact with products, and she uses those insights to craft memorable and meaningful experiences.

To Alison, interface design isn’t just about problem-solving—it’s a creative medium. She’s endlessly inspired by the expressive potential of software and is driven by a desire to build and ship products that don’t just work, but delight.

Whether collaborating with cross-functional teams or experimenting with fresh design ideas, Alison brings both strategy and heart to her work.

5. Pascal Amaka- Product Designer, Chowdeck

Pascal Amaka is a Nigerian Product Designer at Chowdeck, known for her curiosity-driven approach to creating user-centric digital experiences. With a background in Applied Science from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, she transitioned from front-end development to design, discovering a passion for visual storytelling and user interface design. Her journey began with self-taught skills in HTML and CSS, leading to her first client project during university, which affirmed her path in tech.

Pascal has contributed to various industries, including fintech and e-commerce, through roles at agencies like CheckDC and startups such as Sproutly HQ. Beyond her professional work, she engages in digital art, photography, and content creation, sharing her insights and experiences to inspire others in the design community.

6. Eniola Aminu- Product Designer, Flutterwave

Eniola Aminu is a Nigerian Product Designer at Flutterwave, where she focuses on designing intuitive mobile experiences that power seamless payments and remittances across Africa. With a background rooted in curiosity and empathy, Eniola began her design journey after completing a UX design bootcamp, transitioning from an internship at Swifta Systems to product design roles at Tuteria and Cowrywise. Her early exposure to crafting solutions in edtech and finance shaped her commitment to user-centered, accessible design.

Over the years, Eniola has contributed to a range of impactful digital products, including Barter and the Send App, blending aesthetic clarity with functional precision. She is also passionate about mentorship and community, supporting emerging designers through platforms like ADPList, Kimoyo Fellowship, and design events across Nigeria. Outside of work, Eniola enjoys reading African literature, traveling, and immersing herself in cultural experiences that inform her creative perspective.

7. Oyeleye Ogunsanya- Product Designer, Risevest

Oyeleye Ogunsanya is a Nigerian product designer and design leader, currently serving as Head of Design at Risevest, a fintech platform enabling Africans to invest in dollar-denominated assets. With a background in economics from the University of Ilorin and a master’s degree from the University of Ibadan, Oyeleye blends analytical thinking with creative problem-solving to craft user-centric digital experiences. His journey into design began in 2018, transitioning from economics into visual and product design, and quickly advancing through roles at OE Studio and Risevest.

At Risevest, Oyeleye leads the design team in building intuitive, accessible financial tools that empower users to grow and manage their wealth. His approach emphasizes clarity, consistency, and empathy, ensuring that complex financial products are approachable and user-friendly. Beyond product interfaces, he has contributed to establishing design systems and visual identities that align with Risevest’s mission of financial inclusion.

8. Marvis Ighedosa- Product Designer, DAOHQ

Marvis Dosa is a Nigerian Product Designer and creative technologist with a passion for building clean, usable software and fostering vibrant design communities. He is recognized for his work on mobile and web platforms that span industries from AI to travel, collaborating with companies like DaoHQ, Redxam, and emerging startups. With a strong focus on visual clarity and user experience, Marvis brings a thoughtful and refined approach to every product he touches.

His journey into tech began with a deep curiosity for how design shapes behavior and business outcomes. Over the years, Marvis has contributed to high-impact projects such as Paintly AI and TripNow, and has played an active role in shaping design culture through initiatives like Untitled Designers—a community helping African designers grow and thrive. He’s also behind educational resources like the Food App UI Kit, created to support designers building real-world projects.

9. Raheemat Atata – Product Designer, Wowzi

Raheemat Atata is a Nigerian Product Designer currently working at Wowzi, where she focuses on creating intuitive and user-centered digital experiences for influencer marketing platforms. Her journey into design began with an interest sparked by the character Felicity Smoak from Arrow, leading her to study computer engineering and transition into frontend development and graphic design. Over time, she honed her skills in tools like Photoshop and Figma, applying her knowledge to a variety of projects, including the Kwiksell mobile app and the GT World redesign.

Beyond her role at Wowzi, Raheemat is deeply committed to design education and community building. She actively shares her expertise through her YouTube channel, offering tutorials and insights for aspiring designers. Raheemat is also passionate about diversity in tech, contributing to initiatives like Design Chics and DigiGirls, which support and mentor women in the design industry. Her work continues to empower the next generation of designers while fostering a more inclusive design community.

10. David Okpara- Product Designer, Flipex

David is a talented product designer with expertise in crafting intuitive and engaging user interfaces. He prioritizes enhancing user experiences through thoughtful design, ensuring products are both functional and visually appealing. Driven by a passion for improving digital interactions, his work has played a key role in the success of various digital platforms.

In addition to his professional work, David is committed to sharing his knowledge and empowering the next generation of designers. He teaches a popular UI/UX design course on aptLearn, where he has helped over 1,600 students improve their design skills. Through his teaching and design work, David continues to influence the design community, fostering growth, innovation, and excellence in digital experiences.