Bashir Sheidu

Bashir Sheidu is a seasoned ecosystem builder, business consultant, and innovation leader dedicated to driving sustainable growth across Nigeria. He serves as Chief Operating Officer of nHub Nigeria, Chairman of the Network of Northern Incubators and Accelerators (NNIA), and Founder of Think Hub and Yiino Technologies. With over a decade of experience, Bashir has trained and mentored more than 1,000 young people, unlocking access to millions in equity-free financing and creating pathways for startups, MSMEs, and talent to thrive. His expertise spans digital transformation, startup incubation, ecosystem development, and agritech. He has built strong partnerships with organisations including Pinnacle, Good Company (Canada), Dubai World Trade Centre, The Possible Zone (USA), SBTS Group (Nigeria), and Digital Bridge Institute. Bashir is passionate about creating inclusive opportunities for youth and women in technology, advancing innovation-driven policies, and positioning Northern Nigeria as a hub for talent, technology, and entrepreneurship.