Niteon
OperatingA B2B platform connecting verified African commodity manufacturers to global buyers automated by kunte an agentic AI
- Marketplace
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Pre-seed
- Founded 2022
- niteon.co ↗
- Total raised
- $100K
- disclosed
- Last round
- Pre-seed
- Rounds
- 4
- since 2022
- Investors
- 7
- on record
- Employees
- 11-50
About Niteon
Niteon is a B2B marketplace revolutionizing African trade by connecting verified manufacturers across the continent with large-scale international buyers. Founded by Tony Nwose and Daniel Chukwuemelie, the company uses AI-powered logistics, embedded finance, and supply chain tools to simplify global commerce for African producers.
Though headquartered in the United States, Niteon is deeply rooted in Africa and is currently Nigeria’s third-largest digital export startup. It’s often referred to as the “African Trade Center”, offering curated goods in fashion, agriculture, minerals, art, and more.
Niteon funding4 rounds
All 4 rounds →Niteon has raised $100K across 4 disclosed rounds. The latest is a Pre-seed announced 08 Aug 2025, led by Tomi Davies.
- $50KPre-seedPre-seed, $50K, $50K raised to date
- $50KPre-seedPre-seed, $50K, $100K raised to date
SLA Funding Index · grey is capital raised before each round · 2 undisclosed rounds not drawn
Who has invested in Niteon
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug 2025 | Niteon Pre-seed | Tomi Davies +4 | Not disclosed |
| 05 Mar 2024 | Niteon Pre-seed | Zenith Bank +2 | $50K |
| 13 Feb 2024 | Niteon Pre-seed | Seedstars | Not disclosed |
| 01 Jul 2023 | Niteon Pre-seed | Tomi Davies | $50K |
Niteon founders & team
Full team →- Nnaemeka (Daniel) ChukwuemelieCo-Founder & CTO
- Nnaemeka (Daniel) ChukwuemelieCo-Founder & CTO
- Tony Ifeanyi NwoseCo-Founder & CEO
- Tony Ifeanyi NwoseCo-Founder & CEO
- Benita (Oriomisa) EbuluCOO
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Frequently asked about Niteon
- Where is Niteon based and when was it founded?
- Niteon is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria and was founded in 2022.
- Who founded Niteon?
- Niteon was founded by Nnaemeka (Daniel) Chukwuemelie (Co-Founder & CTO), Nnaemeka (Daniel) Chukwuemelie (Co-Founder & CTO), Tony Ifeanyi Nwose (Co-Founder & CEO) and Tony Ifeanyi Nwose (Co-Founder & CEO).
- Who is the CEO of Niteon?
- Tony Ifeanyi Nwose is Niteon's Co-Founder & CEO.
- How much funding has Niteon raised?
- Niteon has raised $100K across 4 disclosed rounds. Its latest, a Pre-seed, was announced on Aug 08, 2025.
- Who has invested in Niteon?
- Backers include Tomi Davies, Seedstars, Zenith Bank, Development Bank of Nigeria and 3 others.
- What sector is Niteon in?
- Niteon operates in Marketplace, E-Commerce and SaaS.
