UMRA

UMRA

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Ubboe Ikenna

Ubboe Ikenna

Medical director & Founder

Dr Ubboe Ikenna is a resident Internal Physician. He is also the CEO of Ponce Health Nigeria limited pioneering UMRA. UMRA is a pioneering health technology under Ponce Health Nigeria limited(based in Abuja, registered with the Cooperate affairs commission) dedicated to revolutionizing personal healthcare management. Our flagship product, UMRA, is a cutting-edge platform designed to empower individuals to monitor and manage their blood pressure and sugar levels, receive personalised insights, and connect with healthcare professionals, all from the convenience of their mobile devices. His experiences in the field of medicine has him navigate through hospitals, clinics and other healthcare institutions amassing wealth of knowledge and solution-based practices.

Team

Adaobi Okoye

Adaobi Okoye

Project Manager

Adaobi Okoye is a deep-seated humanitarian and the founder of Bloom, Blossom and Sprout Charity foundation. An Organization in agreement with the SDG: 1,8 which are; end poverty now and promote decent work and Economic growth respectively, and UNICEF objective; to empower girls and women and to ensure their full participation in political, social and economic systems. She is also a registered Nurse (plus skillful telephone triage nurse).
Adaeze Ibekwe

Adaeze Ibekwe

UI/UX Designer

Adaeze Ibekwe is a dynamic and results-oriented product manager with over five years of experience transitioning from Product Design to Product management. She specialises in leading cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions that align technology with business goals, driving organizational success and engagement.
Emmanuel Udeme

Emmanuel Udeme

software developer

Emmanuel Udeme is a backend engineer with experience building, developing, and scaling scalable systems specifically in payments, compliance, and education technology. He has owned critical modules end-to-end to provide system reliability and deliver user-facing features at speed. He is also renowned for advanced Git discipline, clean code practices and effortless collaboration in cross-functional teams.
Adedamola Adeyeye

Adedamola Adeyeye

Mobile Developer & IT project Manger

Adedamola Adeyeye is a seasoned Mobile Software Engineer with a track record of delivering high-impact, scalable applications across fintech, e-commerce, logistics, and edtech sectors. Specialising in Flutter and Dart, he has engineered cross-platform solutions that have powered over $60 billion in combined revenue, with apps reaching thousands of users within days of launch.
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Idea

UMRA is a pioneering health technology company under Ponce Health Nigeria Limited, based in Abuja and registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission. The company’s mission is to revolutionize personal healthcare management by creating a platform that empowers individuals to monitor their blood pressure and sugar levels, access personalized insights, and connect seamlessly with healthcare professionals — all from the convenience of a mobile device.

Challenge

UMRA addresses the growing challenge of hypertension and diabetes, which are prevalent not only among older adults but also increasingly in adolescents and young adults across Nigeria. Limited access to consistent monitoring tools, the absence of integrated blood pressure and sugar level tracking in popular health apps, and insufficient penetration of such services in the Nigerian market create a critical gap. UMRA’s platform fills this gap by offering localized, technology-driven solutions that make continuous health monitoring practical, affordable, and widely available.

Solution

UMRA is delivering a cutting-edge health management app that integrates AI-driven algorithms and data analytics to provide tailored, actionable insights for each user. The platform captures key health indicators, supports historical data uploads, and enables real-time interaction with doctors, ensuring patients receive accurate feedback and medical notes. With a user-friendly interface, the app bridges the gap between patients and caregivers, making proactive healthcare management accessible and intuitive.


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Nigerian HealthTech Startup UMRA Joins Forces with FasterCapital’s EquityPilot Program
14 Aug 2025

Nigerian HealthTech Startup UMRA Joins Forces with FasterCapital’s EquityPilot Program

Abuja, Nigeria & Dubai, UAE – Aug 14 2025

UMRA, an innovative health technology startup under Ponce Health Nigeria Limited, today announced a strategic partnership with global startup accelerator FasterCapital through its EquityPilot program. This collaboration aims to fast-track UMRA’s mission to revolutionize personal healthcare management in Nigeria and beyond by leveraging AI-driven blood pressure and sugar level monitoring solutions. The partnership will provide UMRA with critical resources, strategic guidance, and capital-raising support to accelerate its product development and market entry.

Addressing a Growing Healthcare Challenge in Nigeria and Beyond
The global healthcare IT market is projected to reach $511 billion by 2027, driven by rising demand for digital health solutions and proactive chronic disease management. In Nigeria, over 230 million people face increasing rates of hypertension and diabetes, including a growing incidence among adolescents and young adults. Despite existing health apps, a significant gap remains for tailored solutions that integrate blood pressure and sugar level monitoring with personalized insights and healthcare professional connectivity. UMRA targets this white space by offering a comprehensive platform designed specifically for these needs, addressing critical inefficiencies in chronic disease management.

UMRA’s Innovative Solution and Market Differentiation
UMRA’s flagship mobile platform empowers users to monitor vital health indicators such as blood pressure and blood sugar levels, upload historical data, and receive AI-driven personalized insights. The app features an intuitive interface that supports data sharing, editing, and direct communication with healthcare providers, including virtual consultations. With over 60% of its API development complete and a multidisciplinary team of medical and technology experts, UMRA is positioned to deliver a differentiated user experience tailored to Nigeria’s unique healthcare landscape. Unlike competitors such as MyFitnessPal and Fitbit, UMRA focuses specifically on hypertension and diabetes management, offering functionalities not currently available in the Nigerian market.

FasterCapital Partnership: A Catalyst for Growth and Market Leadership
Through the EquityPilot program, UMRA gains access to FasterCapital’s global network, mentorship, and funding expertise. FasterCapital’s rigorous selection process underscores UMRA’s potential for scalable impact and innovation in healthcare technology. The partnership will accelerate UMRA’s go-to-market strategy, enhance product development, and support its capital-raising efforts, targeting $200,000 to complete the development and launch phases. This collaboration exemplifies FasterCapital’s commitment to nurturing startups that address pressing healthcare challenges with technology-driven solutions.

Executive Insights
Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, stated:
“UMRA represents the kind of visionary startup that aligns perfectly with FasterCapital’s investment thesis—leveraging technology to solve critical health challenges in emerging markets. Their AI-driven approach to chronic disease management is both timely and impactful. We are excited to support UMRA through our EquityPilot program as they scale and transform healthcare access in Nigeria and beyond.”
Ubboe Ikenna, Medical Director and Founder of UMRA, said:
“Partnering with FasterCapital validates our vision to empower individuals with personalized, proactive healthcare tools. This collaboration provides us with invaluable resources and mentorship to accelerate our product development and market entry. Together, we aim to improve health outcomes for millions of Nigerians living with hypertension and diabetes.”

Growth Trajectory and Future Outlook
UMRA plans to finalize app development and initiate a phased launch across Nigeria within the next 12 months, targeting an initial user base of 10,000 with scalable growth projections. The startup will expand platform features, enhance AI capabilities, and explore regional market opportunities across Africa. With FasterCapital’s support, UMRA aims to secure further funding rounds to sustain growth and solidify its position as a market leader in digital health management.

About UMRA
UMRA is a pioneering health technology startup under Ponce Health Nigeria Limited, dedicated to transforming personal healthcare through AI-powered monitoring of blood pressure and sugar levels. Founded by medical and tech experts, UMRA’s mission is to provide accessible, personalized health management tools to prevent chronic diseases and improve patient outcomes across Nigeria.

About FasterCapital
FasterCapital is a global startup accelerator and venture capital firm that empowers early-stage technology companies through funding, mentorship, and business development programs such as EquityPilot. With a proven track record of scaling startups worldwide, FasterCapital focuses on high-potential ventures that leverage technology to solve real-world problems across diverse industries.

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