Building the future oflocal commerce
Paymeo was born from a simple idea: everyone who delivers value deserves to get paid. We're bridging the gap between traditional markets and digital convenience.
"Pay me o"
In Nigerian markets, when you've delivered value - closed a deal, finished a work, found the best price, guided someone to the right stall — you say "Pay me o."
It's a fair demand for what you've earned. That's the spirit of Paymeo. Everyone who provides value — sellers, scouts, community experts — gets paid.
Balogun Market, Lagos — where Paymeo was born
What drives us
Every decision we make is guided by these principles.
Value for Value
Everyone who delivers value deserves to be compensated. No exceptions.
Trust First
Every seller is verified. Every payment is secured in escrow. No shortcuts.
AI That Works
Technology should make selling easier, not harder. Our AI sells while you sleep.
Community Powered
From scouts to shoppers, everyone plays a part in the marketplace.
Local First
We start with physical markets because that's where real connections happen.
24/7 Commerce
Your stall never closes. Your AI never sleeps. You never stop selling.
Built by people who know the market
We've walked the stalls, haggled with sellers, and experienced the magic of local markets firsthand.
Ade Funsó
CEO & Co-founder
Former researcher turned tech entrepreneur. Understands the market dynamics.
Michael Benson
CTO & Co-founder
AI specialist who built negotiation agents that actually sound human. Knows every corner of local markets
Praise James
Lead Developer
Built the system around local market contexts.
Miracle Iwunze
Head of Community
Built scout programs that turned market knowledge into income.
Our journey
From a simple idea to a platform transforming local commerce.
The Idea
Watching sellers lose customers during rush hours sparked an idea: what if AI could sell while they're busy?
First Prototype
Built the first voice AI agent that could negotiate prices. Sellers loved it.
Scout Program Launched
Turned market knowledge into income. Scouts earned bounties for finding items and onboarding sellers.
Paymeo Beta
Launched in Balogun Market. 200+ sellers, 500+ shoppers, and growing every day.
Join the movement
Whether you're a seller, shopper, or someone who knows the market—there's a place for you at Paymeo.