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Founders Friday

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Founders Friday — October Edition

Friday, 30 October 2026 · 4:00 PM

Tingo AI, Victoria Island, Lagos

Founders Friday is a curated gathering of founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs and business leaders for meaningful conversations, idea-sharing, networking and potential collaborations.

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Founders Friday — October Edition
Tingo AI, Victoria Island, Lagos
Friday, 30 October 2026
Founders Friday is a curated gathering of founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs and business leaders for meaningful conversations, idea-sharing, networking and potential collaborations.
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