Terra Industries HQ in Abuja secures an additional $22 million led by Lux Capital
The buzz out of Nigeria’s tech scene is deafening, and it’s all thanks to Terra Industries. As of February 16, 2026, this Abuja-based defensetech startup has officially cemented its status as a major player, securing an additional $22 million in a funding extension led by Lux Capital.
Terra Industries (Nigeria-based defensetech startup, HQ in Abuja) secures an additional $22 million led by Lux Capital.
The buzz out of Nigeria’s tech scene is deafening, and it’s all thanks to Terra Industries. As of February 16, 2026, this Abuja-based defensetech startup has officially cemented its status as a major player, securing an additional $22 million in a funding extension led by Lux Capital.
This latest injection of capital pushes their current round total to a formidable $34 million, valuing the company north of $100 million!
This is not just another funding announcement, it’s a clear signal of massive investor confidence in Africa-built solutions for global security.
From Nigerian Innovation to Global Impact
Founded by Gen Z visionaries Nathan Nwachuku (CEO) and Maxwell Maduka (CTO) in 2024, Terra Industries is on a mission to deliver "sovereign security" for Africa. They are developing cutting-edge autonomous defence and security systems; advanced drones, ground robots, and AI-powered sentry towers, all integrated through their proprietary ArtemisOS platform. Their goal? To protect Africa's vital infrastructure, from oil fields to power plants, against growing threats.
The company isn't just promising; it's delivering. With over $2.5 million in revenue and securing assets worth approximately $11 billion, Terra is rapidly deploying its solutions. Their 15,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Abuja is a testament to their commitment to local production and reducing reliance on foreign technology.
Strategic Expansion and Star-Studded Backing
The new capital will accelerate Terra's ambitious expansion plans. Expect to see increased manufacturing capacity in Abuja, a rapid push into other African countries facing similar security challenges, and significant talent acquisition in engineering and software.
Adding to their impressive roster of backers like 8VC (founded by Palantir's Joe Lonsdale) and Nova Global, the extended round also welcomed Resilience17 Capital (from Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola) and even Hollywood actor Jared Leto. This diverse investor base underscores the broad appeal and disruptive potential of Terra's vision.
Terra Industries is quickly becoming Africa's first true "defence prime," proving that homegrown innovation can solve some of the world's most pressing security challenges. The speed of their growth is a story worth watching.
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