Top 2 Capstone Project Winners and Overall Best Graduating Students Recognized for Innovation and Excellence
LAGOS, NIGERIA – March 2025 – Glovo, a leading multi-category app in partnership with SheCode Africa and the Lagos State Government—through the Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment, led by H.C Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, and the Ministry of Science and Technology, led by H.C Dr. Olatubosun Alake—proudly celebrated the graduation of 100 women from the Women in Tech Bootcamp. This transformative 12-week program was designed to equip women with technical skills, mentorship, and career development opportunities in the tech industry.
The graduation ceremony, held in March to commemorate Women’s Month, aligned with the theme “Accelerate Action,” emphasises the need for swift and decisive steps toward gender equality in STEM and beyond.
The Women in Tech Bootcamp provided participants with specialised training in frontend development, back-end development, and Mobile Development. In addition to technical training, the program incorporated career coaching, soft skills workshops, and hands-on capstone projects to prepare participants for real-world careers in tech. This holistic approach ensured that participants gained not only technical expertise but also the confidence and resources needed to navigate the tech industry successfully.
Speaking on the significance of the initiative, Lamide Akinola, General Manager of Glovo
Nigeria emphasised Glovo’s commitment to driving diversity and inclusion. She stated: “At Glovo, we believe that true innovation comes from diverse perspectives. This boot camp is just the beginning—one of our many steps in a long-term commitment to empowering women in technology and creating more inclusive opportunities in the industry. We are proud to champion diversity, and this initiative is one of many to come as we continue to accelerate action towards gender equity in STEM.”
A key highlight of the event was the Top 2 Capstone Project presentations, where outstanding teams showcased innovative solutions addressing real-world challenges such as financial literacy, food waste reduction, and academic productivity. These projects were judged based on functionality, problem-solving approach, teamwork, and presentation skills.
The winning teams of the Backend and Frontend Capstone Project competition were:
• Group 1, led by Linda Gift Awo and Abisola Odusanwo, with team members:
• Aminat Ismaila
• Adebisi Adesanya
• Nafisat Akokhia
• Elizabeth Gabriel
Reflecting on their experience in the program and the capstone project, Linda Gift Awo and
Abisola Odusanwo, leaders of the winning group, shared: “This boot camp has been a game-changer for us. Not only did we gain technical skills in backend development, but we also learned the power of collaboration and problem-solving. Winning the Capstone Project competition has given us the confidence to pursue careers in tech and contribute to
innovative solutions in our communities.”
Their project, titled Food Waste Management App, connects restaurants, grocery stores, and individuals with surplus food to charities and food banks, promoting sustainability and social impact.
The second runner-up for the Capstone Project presentation was Group 2, led by Shukurat
Akanbi and Melody Anaka, who emerged as first runners-up.
In her opening remarks, Omotola Spence, Expansion Manager at Glovo Nigeria, reflected on the program’s broader impact: “This graduation is not just a milestone—it’s a movement. The Women in Tech Bootcamp represents Glovo’s commitment to fostering inclusivity in the tech industry and accelerating action towards gender equity. We are proud of the achievements of these 100 women and confident that they will drive meaningful change in the digital economy.” Ada Nduka Oyom, Founder and Executive Director of She Code Africa, added: “At She Code Africa, our mission has always been to create pathways for women to thrive in technology. The impact of this bootcamp goes beyond technical training, it’s about building confidence, fostering community, and accelerating action towards greater representation of African women in STEM.”
In addition to the Capstone Project winners, the top two best-performing students were also recognised for their excellence:
• Abisola Odusanwo, who scored over 90%
• Shukurat Akande, who scored over 80%
Abisola Odusanwo shared her excitement: “Before this boot camp, I never imagined myself writing code or building applications. Now, I have the skills, mentorship, and network to thrive in the industry. The support from Glovo, She Code Africa, and my peers has been
incredible, and I am excited for what’s next.”
Shukurat Akande expressed: “This experience has helped me unlock new potentials. I feel more confident, more capable, and more ready than ever to contribute meaningfully to the
tech ecosystem.”
Graduates will continue to receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to career pathways through the She Code Africa community, thanks to Glovo’s ongoing support. With the success of this inaugural program, Glovo awarded the winning Capstone Project team monetary prizes, tech gifts, and other exciting rewards—reinforcing its commitment to fostering gender inclusivity in tech. Glovo, She Code Africa, and the Lagos State Government reaffirm their dedication to creating sustainable opportunities for women in technology, ensuring that this initiative marks the beginning of a long-term movement toward inclusivity in the industry. This program lays the groundwork for future collaborations, expanding access to digital skills and creating more career pathways for women in tech.
About Glovo
Glovo is a pioneering multi-category app that connects users with businesses and couriers, offering on-demand services from local restaurants, grocers, supermarkets, and high-street retail stores. Founded in 2015 in Barcelona, Glovo operates across 23 countries in Europe, Central Asia, and Africa, with a vision to build the largest online marketplace, giving everyone access to anything in their city within minutes.
For more information, please visit: https://about.glovoapp.com/
About She Code Africa
She Code Africa is a community-driven organization focused on empowering and supporting young girls and women across Africa in pursuing careers in technology through training, mentorship, and community engagement.
For more information, please visit: http://www.shecodeafrica.org
