Innovation is taking a new shape in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem — this time, on wheels. In the heart of Lagos, Robo Nish Technologies, a startup founded by University of Lagos graduates Sultan Sunmola and Olusanya Ifedayo, has rolled out an AI-powered autonomous delivery robot designed for gated communities and private campuses.
Already piloted in Nicon Town Estate, Lekki, the robot independently navigates secure environments, delivering items without human intervention. It’s built with high-level autonomy, GPS, smart sensors, and anti-tamper surveillance to ensure packages get to their destination safely and securely — no riders or middlemen involved.
The founders, both mechanical engineers who pursued further studies in the U.S. before returning home, say their goal is to solve practical mobility and logistics problems using advanced robotics. “We observed how tech was improving daily life abroad and knew we could adapt it for our own local needs,” said Sunmola, who also holds a business degree from INSEAD in San Francisco.
Rather than building for the mass market, Robo Nish is focused on hyperlocal logistics infrastructure — offering its robot to estate associations and institutions on a subscription basis. Residents can use the service for food, documents, pharmacy orders, and more, all within the confines of their secure communities.
Security and convenience are at the core of the solution. By limiting human entry into high-security zones, the robot reduces risk and brings tech-enabled trust into everyday logistics. “This robot isn’t just a cool gadget,” said Ifedayo. “It’s a tool for safer and smarter living.”
With plans to expand into more estates in Lagos and Abuja, the company is currently seeking strategic investors — partners who understand both the future of robotics and the realities of operating in Africa.
Robo Nish is proving that cutting-edge technology doesn’t have to be imported — it can be imagined, designed, and built right here in Nigeria, by Nigerians.
