Platform Capital (Nigeria)

Platform Capital is a markets-focused, sector-agnostic principal investment and advisory firm based in Nigeria. It invests in and advises African businesses with the potential to become regional or global champions, and positions itself as a bridge between Africa and global investors. The firm operates across two core lines: principal investment, which deploys strategic, patient capital alongside local and international investors through both ownership and operation of assets and investment across business stages; and advisory services, which support entrepreneurs and companies on market access, strategic relationships, talent development, financial management, governance, fundraising and strategy.

The firm's investment scope is broad by design. Sector coverage includes food and agriculture, healthcare, procurement infrastructure, financial services, fund management and fixed income, power and energy, industry and manufacturing, and technology, media, telecommunications and payments. Rather than a defined stage specialism, Platform Capital invests across business stages, with an emphasis on patient capital and sustainable growth, and a stated objective of backing businesses with the capacity to compete regionally or globally. Investments are made collaboratively, co-investing with local and international counterparties.

Beyond investment and advisory work, the firm runs Africa Walk, an initiative intended to connect global investors and companies with African businesses, policymakers and institutions. Geographic reach is described as spanning Africa and global markets. Founding year, team size and fund terms are not disclosed.