Yesterday marked the birthday of Monye Chukwuoma Babatunde Monye, a prominent African thought leader, celebrated innovator, and trailblazing CEO of GOCITY GROUP. This conglomerate is driving technological innovation, youth empowerment, and business transformation across Africa.
A Visionary with a Pan-African Mission
Born and raised in Nigeria, Babatunde Monye has become a beacon of hope and a force for change for countless African youths. Through his leadership at GOCITY GROUP, Monye has consistently championed the cause of equipping African youth with in-demand tech skills, including software engineering, data science, AI engineering, cybersecurity engineering, algorithmic trading, and blockchain technologies. These fields are reshaping the global economic landscape.
His vision aligns seamlessly with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, a strategic framework for the socio-economic transformation of the continent. Under Monye’s stewardship as CEO, GOCITY GROUP actively promotes six of the agenda’s pillars:
1. A prosperous Africa driven by inclusive growth and sustainable development
2. A high quality of life and well-being for all citizens
3. A skills revolution rooted in science, technology, and innovation
4. Transformed economies and resilient industrial ecosystems
5. A united African front across borders and cultures
6. Youth-led development and empowered generations
Endorsement from Allies in the Tech Ecosystem
In a video call earlier today, Comrade Bassey Nton Nton, a respected cybersecurity practitioner, software consultant, Electrical Electronics Engineering consultant, Farmer practitioner and founder of the Ntonarch Acumen Network, praised Monye’s work.
“Monye Babatunde is not just a CEO; he is a true pan-Africanist. His mission is clear: to lead Africa’s youth into global tech relevance and local prosperity,” Nton declared. “African youth must believe in African strength. We have what it takes to build our own future, and leaders like Babatunde are showing us how.” Bassey Nton said.
The synergy between GOCITY GROUP and networks like Ntonarch represents a growing movement of African-led innovation ecosystems, connecting young talents with mentorship, resources, and job opportunities that remain elusive through traditional pathways.
GOCITY GROUP: Transforming Vision Into Action
Under Monye’s leadership, GOCITY GROUP has:
– Launched scalable tech training for individuals across urban and rural Africa
– Established workspaces, including innovation labs focused on renewable energy research and development, automation, and digital entrepreneurship
– Facilitated partnerships with local governments and global tech firms
– Supported youth-led startups by providing computers and routers power packs to Africans
These initiatives are not only building the digital skills of tomorrow but also redefining what Africa can contribute to the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
A Birthday with a Purpose
While today is a celebration of his birth, Babatunde Monye views it as a call to deepen his commitment:
“Every year I grow older, I’m reminded that Africa’s time is now. My purpose is to ensure our youth are not just witnesses to change, but leaders of it,” Monye stated in a brief personal note released this morning. Bassey Nton said.
“Happy Birthday, Babatunde Monye! As Africa boldly steps into its digital future, leaders like Monye Chukwuoma Babatunde stand as both architects and custodians of a continent ready to define its destiny. From Akwa Ibom to Delta, Lagos to Nairobi, Cairo to Cape Town, and beyond, Africa salutes you,” Bassey Nton concluded.