Daily we see the movement of large volumes of products around the globe which make it to consumers’ hands. From the food at our disposal on the table to that in our pockets, smart phones, that is what these goods which...
In recent decades, we have seen great change in the global economic picture. Once out of the loop in terms of global trade and investment, many of these countries are now at the center of economic growth and development. We see...
In the past few years, Nigeria’s creative sector has transformed from a mostly informal setting into what is now one of the country’s most dynamic economic players. What was, till recently, looked at mainly as entertainment is now a very large-scale...
Global issues of which we are a part, the systems which tie together economies of different countries which trade in goods, services, capital and information across borders. In present time no man-economy is a closed off entity; what happens in one...
Education is at the core of how societies progress, develop and compete in the present world. In Nigeria it is recognized by many as the key to long term economic growth. From primary school to tertiary level and vocational training, education...
E-commerce is a term we use for the purchase of products and services over the internet. Instead of going to brick-and-mortar stores, what customers do is to browse online stores’ websites or mobile apps, put what they want into a cart,...
Small and medium scale companies are the lifeblood of many economies, which is also true in the case of Nigeria. In cities, towns, and rural areas, they operate in many sectors, which include retail and agriculture, manufacturing, and digital services. They...
Remote work is a model which sees employees and freelancers perform their duties outside the traditional office setting, which we see today via the use of digital tools and the internet to stay connected. In the past few years, this which...
Nigeria is a stand out in terms of economic importance in Africa and still does in large part to the fact that it is a base of interest for international investors, which are on the look out for growth in emerging...
For a long time, Nigeria’s economy has been that of the oil industry. Crude oil was the mainstay, which powered government revenue, trade between Nigerians and the world, and even how we positioned ourselves in the global market. That great dependency...
In Nigeria, what we see is a very large role played by the informal economy, which at the same time is not always reflected in what we see in the official economic reports. By and large, it includes all that which...
An exchange rate is what you get when you compare the value of one country’s currency to that of another. In practice, it tells you that for instance, how many Naira you need to buy a U.S. Dollar, British Pound, or...
Small businesses are the lifeblood of the Nigerian economy, out of which come the street food vendors and the neighborhood tailors, as well as the tech-based start-ups and small-scale retailers. These are the base upon which the economic structure is built....
Nigeria is the leading and very influential economy in Africa, which we also refer to as the “Giant of Africa” because of its large population, rich natural resources, and dynamic entrepreneurship. Also, it’s a key player in terms of location and...
In present times, tech startups have become the forerunners of innovation, which we see in the form of creative, tech-based solutions to our day-to-day issues. At their base, these startups are small and agile companies which use digital tools, software, and...
Nigeria, also known as the Giant of Africa, plays a large role in global trade because of its rich natural resources and strategic location in West Africa. As the continent’s largest economy, that also happens to be a petrostate, it puts...
In the past few decades, people’s relationship with money has transformed. Before, that which was money was what you held in your hand—coins, paper bills, or perhaps a check in a wallet. Now, much of it is simply numbers on a...
Unemployment is a primary issue in today’s world, which we see to go beyond the basic concept of people without work; it is a result of in depth economic, social, and structural issues within a country. When we have individuals that...
Small businesses are said to be the foundation of any economy, which is a true statement. Although large companies get the most press and attention from the public, it is the small businesses which, in the background, fuel day-to-day economic activity....
If at any point you have gone into a market or looked at an online store to see that prices have gone up from what they used to be, you have experienced inflation. It is a topic which comes up a...
In Nigeria’s thriving startup ecosystem, where over 41 million small businesses operate in 2025, saving effectively is the foundation for launching successful ventures. With economic challenges like 25% inflation and high interest rates, entrepreneurs must adopt smart saving strategies to accumulate...
Are Your Savings Safe from Fraud? Over 60% of banking customers face scam attempts yearly, from fake calls to phishing texts. Protecting your savings requires awareness and smart habits to stay ahead of fraudsters. This article explores how to secure your...
Planning for Children’s Education Nigerian parents, from civil servants in Abuja to traders in Enugu, face rising school fees in a tough economy. Banking options like savings accounts and investment plans help them secure funds for their children’s education. These tools...
Africa’s mobile money revolution is changing lives, bringing financial services to millions who lack bank accounts, especially in Nigeria. With nearly half of Nigerian adults unbanked, platforms like OPay and Paga are making it possible to pay bills, save, and access...
