Meet Ikenna Ekeh, a visionary under-30 entrepreneur set to elevate Real Estate Investment
Ikenna Melvin Ekeh stands out as a third-generation entrepreneur, hailing from a lineage steeped in entrepreneurial spirit. From a young age, Ikenna demonstrated a strong aptitude for real estate, actively contributing to the family’s property venture, Age Properties, during his college years.
His involvement in strategic planning played a pivotal role in the company’s remarkable 200% growth, underscoring his innate business acumen. This early experience laid a solid foundation for his return to the real estate sector, particularly with the advent of fractional blockchain real estate businesses.
Ikenna, a distinguished and highly talented professional, has rapidly emerged as a leading figure among dynamic under-30 entrepreneurs revolutionizing business across the African continent. As the visionary Founder and CEO of Invidux, a pioneering blockchain-based real estate investment platform in Nigeria, Ikenna is determined to propel his vision forward. With the ambition of building the largest tech Estate investment platform in Africa by the year 2030, Ikenna’s leadership has already seen Invidux achieve ground-breaking success.
The platform swiftly garnered $490,000 in patronage just two months post-launch, following an eight-month ideation period. This remarkable achievement not only attracted the attention of venture capitalists but also spotlighted Ikenna as a formidable force in the entrepreneurial world. As he continues to steer Invidux towards unprecedented heights, Ikenna remains steadfast in his commitment to transforming the real estate investment landscape across Africa.
Prior to Invidux, Ikenna launched Just Own It, an innovative Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) service under TD Africa Distributions Ltd., the largest distributor of technology and lifestyle products in Sub-Saharan Africa. The initiative, driven by Ikenna’s forward-thinking vision, has significantly broadened the horizon of affordable asset ownership for countless Nigerians since its inception in 2021.
Ikenna’s academic prowess evidenced by a First-Class degree in Business Management from a UK university complements his practical achievements. His exceptional skills in management, commitment to excellence, strategic insight, visionary leadership, and capability to navigate competitive landscapes have proven invaluable. His track record in business development, product management, strategic planning, innovation, and entrepreneurship not only distinguishes him as an emerging leader in Nigeria and Africa but also underscores his invaluable contribution to the business landscape.