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Our Story
WakaMi started with a simple idea: in cities like Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, time is precious and traffic is real. We built a platform that helps people reclaim their time—and helps others earn from their reliability and skills. Today, our community is growing city by city, task by task.
Our Values
Trust First
Safety, verification, and communication.
Speed with Care
Fast matching without cutting corners.
Ownership
We do what we say—and we make it right.
Opportunity for All
Flexible work that respects people’s time.
Simplicity
Fewer steps, better outcomes.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To make everyday tasks effortless while creating flexible earning opportunities for people across Nigeria.
Our Vision
A trusted, people-powered marketplace that turns time into value—where anyone can get help fast and anyone can earn on their own schedule.
Our Team
The people building the future of on-demand tasks in Nigeria.
Babatunde Onadipe
Co-Founder & CTO
Engineering the platform that powers trusted, real-time task delivery across Nigerian cities.
Kolawole Bekes
Founder & CEO
Visionary behind WakaMi, building the infrastructure that helps Nigerians reclaim their time.
Ayo Shonibare
Co-Founder & CMO
Shaping WakaMi's brand and go-to-market strategy, connecting more people with dependable help for their everyday tasks.
Ayo Shonibare
Co-Founder & CMO
Shaping WakaMi's brand and go-to-market strategy, connecting more people with dependable help for their everyday tasks.
Aanuoluwapo Akinpelu
Head of Product & Operations
Driving WakaMi's product roadmap and operations, bridging strategy and execution to deliver a seamless experience in every market.
Efemena Ikpeba
Content & Social Media Specialist
Bringing WakaMi's story to life through engaging content and social conversations that grow our community and keep it connected.
Tobi Idowu
Frontend Engineer – Mobile & Web
Crafting WakaMi's digital interfaces across mobile and web, turning designs into seamless, high-performance user experiences.
Daniel Nwachukwu
Backend Engineer
Building the secure, scalable backend systems and APIs that keep WakaMi's services reliable and running smoothly.
Damilola Ajetunmobi
UI/UX Design Lead
Defining WakaMi's visual language and user experience—shaping every screen, flow, and interaction from concept to final product.
Want to join the squad?
We're building something big. Reach out at joinus@wakamiapp.com
Your Questions. Answered.
Answers to all your questions, quickly and clearly
What is WakaMi
Who can use WakaMi?
What kind of errands can I request?
How does WakaMi work?
How do Runners get paid?
How does WakaMi ensure safety and trust?
What happens if a task isn’t completed?
Can I track my Runner in real time?
Does WakaMi offer insurance for tasks?
Can Nigerians in the diaspora use WakaMi for errands back home?
Can WakaMi handle inter-city tasks?
How do I contact WakaMi support?