John Oseni’s Journey From Child Prodigy to Neobanking Champion
John Oseni isn’t your typical entrepreneur. A child prodigy recognized among the world’s top 100, he’s already carved his name on the global stage as a co-founder at Gofree and the youngest advisory board member at the renowned Lifeboat Foundation. But John’s ambitions reach far beyond accolades. He’s driven by a mission – to empower Africa’s digital natives with financial freedom and inclusion through the revolutionary neobank, Gofree.
In this exclusive interview, John delves into his vision for Gofree, unveiling its unique blend of social banking and seamless financial tools. He sheds light on how Gofree is bridging the gap for unbanked businesses and entrepreneurs, and why it’s poised to become the next BaaS (Banking as a Service) giant for Africa.
But John’s story isn’t just about numbers and impact. It’s about a young mind brimming with ideas, defying limitations, and proving that age is just a number when it comes to changing the world. So, sit back and prepare to be inspired as we unravel John’s journey, Gofree’s game-changing approach, and his advice for aspiring African entrepreneurs chasing their own financial revolutions.
- Let’s begin by getting to know you, John. What sparked your passion for tackling financial challenges in Africa, and how did Gofree become the answer?
I’m John Oseni, One of the top 100 child prodigies in the world, Co-founder at Gofree, and youngest advisory board member of lifeboat foundation(one of the biggest NGOs in the United states), I and my Co founder were eager to solve the problem of opening new revenue stream for Businesses, SMEs and African startups.
- What makes Gofree unique and different from other neobanks?
GoFree offers social banking services to its users at the lowest cost. The unique offering gives users the ability to chat and send money in-chat without necessarily having to open another banking app making GoFree an all-in-one app for both banking and social interactions.
- How is Gofree helping to make financial services more accessible and inclusive for digital natives in Africa?
With the GoFree Business App, the unbanked SMEs and Startups are offered the opportunity to have business accounts thereby supporting businesses to scale.
- What would you say to someone who is considering using Gofree right now, including the key features and benefits ?
GoFree offers a unique banking experience that makes it possible for users to send and receive money using different methods such as phone number, emails and bank account.
The GoChest offers flexibility to users to save their money in dollars giving them solid proof against inflation and also helping users to save.
Also, the GoFree Dollar Virtual Card allows users to shop online at cheaper cost compared to other card providers.
- What are your plans for the future of Gofree?
Our future plan is to become the next BaaS for Africa
- What advice would you give to other African entrepreneurs who are looking to start their own social neobanks?
My advise, is to make sure you do your research well before building, and try make sure your product is solving a problem
Conclusion
Blockwires: Thank you, John, for sharing your vision for Gofree. It’s clear that your passion for solving problems runs deep, from being a top 100 child prodigy to co-founding a neobank with social impact at its core. I’m sure our readers are buzzing with excitement about Gofree’s potential to unlock new revenue streams for African businesses and empower digital natives with accessible financial tools.
If you’re ready to join John on this mission, you can download Gofree and explore its unique features: chat and send money seamlessly, save your money in dollars with GoChest, and shop online at cheaper rates with the GoFree Dollar Virtual Card. All in one app, without needing another banking platform.
For aspiring social neobank entrepreneurs, John’s advice is golden: “Do your research well and make sure your product solves a problem.” Gofree’s success is evident to this – it fills a gap for unbanked SMEs and startups, giving them the tools they need to scale.
John’s story reminds us that age is just a number when it comes to changing the world. His journey from child prodigy to financial inclusion champion is truly inspiring.
So, let’s get the conversation going! Share your thoughts in the comments below:
- What excites you most about Gofree’s vision?
- What challenges do you see in achieving financial inclusion for Africa?
- How can Gofree, and other innovative solutions like it, contribute to a brighter financial future for the continent?
John, thank you again for opening up your world to us. I, for one, can’t wait to see Gofree become the next BaaS for Africa, empowering businesses and individuals to thrive.
Remember, the future of finance belongs to dreamers like John. Let’s make it one where everyone has access, opportunity, and the power to reach their full potential.
