Oba Ghandi effect: Co-working hub in Ogbomoso draws national attention after viral video

Oba Ghandi effect: Co-working hub in Ogbomoso draws national attention after viral video

Khalid ABRAHAM

His Imperial Majesty Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege III the Soun of Ogbomosoland

The Soun of Ogbomosoland His Imperial Majesty Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege III has not relented in transforming his domain especially turning it into an innovation cum digital hub. It is towards this end that he facilitated the opening of a N500m worth co-working space known as The Assembly for digital innovators, entrepreneurs, creators, students working on projects and so on. The serene environment with requisite facilities including regular internet connectivity is fast becoming a national pearl to reckon with.

Businessday NG puts up an article on the place.

A co-working space in Ogbomoso has drawn attention across Nigeria after a video by a Lagos-based influencer showed activities inside the facility. The clip, shared on social media, spread within hours and sparked interest in a town not often linked with innovation.

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The facility, known as The Assembly by EnnovateLab, is located near Ladoke Akintola University of Technology. It serves as a base for entrepreneurs, developers, creatives and students working on projects.

Innovation stories in Nigeria are often linked to Lagos, where access to funding and networks is more established. However, the emergence of The Assembly points to a shift in how innovation spaces are being developed across the country.

For communities like Ogbomoso, the presence of such a hub may influence how development takes place. Instead of moving to larger cities, some young people may choose to build within their communities.

This shift could affect economic activity. When businesses are created locally, jobs may follow, and skills may remain within the area. It may also change how young people view their future.

“Success does not have to mean leaving,” another user said. “You can stay and still build something that matters.”

The attention generated by the viral video has placed Ogbomoso on the map of Nigeria’s growing innovation network. Observers say the next phase will depend on how the community continues to use and sustain the space.

For now, The Assembly stands as an example of how structured environments can support ideas, even outside major urban centres.