Product Pulse NG, Nigeria’s emerging hub for product management excellence, has successfully graduated its first cohort of 120 participants from the Product Management Fundamentals program. This marks a significant step in the organization’s mission to equip professionals with practical skills for building user-centered, data-driven products in resource-constrained environments.

The graduation event, held virtually with local hubs in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt, featured insights from seasoned product leaders, interactive workshops, and panel discussions on navigating Africa’s growing tech ecosystem. Participants gained hands-on experience in key areas such as user research, product roadmapping, A/B testing, and analytics-driven decision-making.

“This program was designed to give aspiring product managers the tools and confidence to deliver real impact,” said Olufunmilayo Adedamola, founder of Product Pulse NG. “We’re excited to celebrate the accomplishments of our first cohort and look forward to seeing them shape the future of products across Nigeria and beyond.”Graduates reflected on their experiences:

“The program gave me clarity on how to approach product problems systematically. I now feel ready to contribute meaningfully to my team’s projects.” — Adaeze I., Lagos

“I appreciated the mentorship and practical exercises. I’ve gone from knowing very little about product management to confidently designing and testing solutions for real users.” — Ibrahim S., Abuja

“Collaborating with peers from across the country was eye-opening. I’ve built a network that I know will support my growth in the field.”
— Funke O., Port Harcourt

Since its inception, the community with over 2000 members has delivered over 1,000 hours of training, facilitated 50 mentorship sessions, and enabled 65% of alumni to secure roles in startups, established tech companies, or freelance product work within three months of
graduation.

The inaugural cohort also completed capstone projects, including mobile apps for local businesses, customer experience improvements for fintech products, and analytics-driven solutions to optimize user engagement, demonstrating the practical application of their skills.

Looking ahead, Product Pulse NG is expanding its offerings to meet growing demand. The next cohort will include advanced modules on Product Analytics, Go-to-Market Strategy, and Design Thinking, alongside mentorship from industry leaders. The organization also plans to open regional hubs in other African countries to increase accessibility for aspiring product managers.

“With these expansions, we’re not just teaching product management; we’re building Africa’s next generation of product leaders,” said Olufunmilayo. “This is only the beginning of a journey to equip professionals with the skills to drive innovation across the continent.