Revolutionizing Urban Living in Nigeria: Oluwatayo Olawale Oladele’s Journey with CribsFinder and Urban Thrive Limited

By Yinka Olatunbosun

Oluwatayo Olawale Oladele is a dynamic entrepreneur and procurement specialist driving innovation in Nigeria’s urban living sector. As co-founder of Urban Thrive Limited, established in 2025, he is channeling his expertise into creating solutions that address the evolving demands of modern cities.

With a diverse educational foundation, Oluwatayo holds an ND in Computer Engineering from Yaba College of Technology, a BSc in Transport Management and Operations from Lagos State University (LASU), and an MSc in Logistics, Data Analytics, and Supply Chain Management from the University of Bradford, UK. He is also a proud Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) in the UK. This multidisciplinary background spanning technology, logistics, transport, and procurement has equipped him to tackle complex challenges in supply chains, business development, and digital innovation.

Professionally, Oluwatayo has worked as a procurement specialist and as a business and product development consultant, where he contributed to digital platforms that improve access to essential services. His leadership experience includes serving as Student Union President at LASU in 2019, honing his skills in community engagement, advocacy, and organizational management. In 2020, he attended a leadership conference in the UK, further deepening his perspective on effective leadership.

Urban Thrive Limited focuses on providing the vision, structure, and innovation needed to solve real-world challenges in urban environments. The company is strategically launching its inaugural brand, CribsFinder, a discovery platform tailored to simplify how people find and book homes, short-lets, hotels, car rentals, and other accommodations especially in the Nigerian market.

CribsFinder addresses longstanding pain points such as lack of transparency, unreliable listings, and inefficient search processes. By prioritizing user-friendly property discovery, accessibility for renters, buyers, and agents, technology-driven trust and efficiency, and a deep understanding of local dynamics with an eye toward global scalability, the platform makes accommodation more straightforward and reliable.
(Imagine a clean screenshot or promotional visual of the CribsFinder platform interface showing property listings, search filters, and booking options highlighting its modern, intuitive design.)

The platform, accessible at cribsfinder.com and available as a mobile app, empowers users to discover verified hotels, curated shortlets, long-stay apartments, and trusted vehicle rentals across Nigeria. It emphasizes safety, convenience, and a seamless booking experience, positioning itself as a go-to solution for both locals and travelers.

Looking ahead, Oluwatayo and the Urban Thrive team are focused on ambitious growth. Key ongoing and upcoming initiatives include:
Expanding CribsFinder to more cities and regions across Nigeria
Introducing enhanced features for property verification and building greater user trust
Forging strategic partnerships with property owners and developers
Scaling the platform into other African countries and emerging markets
Pursuing broader Urban Thrive projects centered on urban innovation and lifestyle solutions. 

Oluwatayo’s thought leadership revolves around several interconnected themes: leadership (informed by his conference participation and hands-on roles), urban growth and smart city solutions, technology as a driver of social and economic impact, entrepreneurship and startup development in Africa, and building scalable solutions from local problems. He believes that addressing everyday urban challenges like accessible housing and efficient mobility can create lasting value and opportunity across the continent.

Through Urban Thrive and CribsFinder, Oluwatayo Olawale Oladele exemplifies the next generation of African entrepreneurs: blending global education, local insight, and technological innovation to build more inclusive, efficient, and thriving urban futures. As Nigeria’s cities continue to grow, platforms like CribsFinder are poised to play a pivotal role in making urban living more accessible and trustworthy for all.