…..Schools, electricity projects, road construction, Agric among key sectors of focus Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State Lagos State on Tuesday issued a 10-year bond and a seven-year bond valued at N115 billion at 15.25 percent and N19.815 billion at 14.7 percent, respectively. The total amounted to N134.8 billion. The bonds are part of the …
Crypto trading: Why choose Breet?
Why should you choose Breet over other crypto trading platforms? Breet is where crypto trading meets coolness – the best crypto trading platform in Nigeria and Ghana. Why is Breet better than other crypto trading apps in Nigeria and Ghana? Well, if you’re a crypto trader like myself, you should have realised how confusing it …
Weekly Economic Index: Ghana’s $3 billion loan, Nigeria’s hydropower project, and more layoffs
IMF approves a $3 billion loan for Ghana On Wednesday, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced that it has approved a three-year extended credit facility of $3 billion for Ghana. This approval allows for an immediate disbursement of approximately $600 million. The approved loan is intended to provide economic recovery and stability to Ghana amidst …
Running with the times: Navalayo Osembo’s Enda is racing to lead athletic fashion
What do Nike, Puma and Adidas have in common aside from being the world’s biggest sporting shoe brands? There are many not-so-cryptic answers, including that their founders were fueled by the desire to make better shoes for athletes and the fact that they were all male and Western. Since these pioneers shaped the market, the …
What do Nigerian billionaires fight over?
The world of Nigerian business is often cutthroat. From power struggles to intense feuds, billionaires in Nigeria are no strangers to fierce conflicts and heated rivalries. These wealthy individuals engage in a fierce battle, not with weapons, but through legal tactics and strategic moves. Whether in oil or telecommunications, these industry leaders are driven by …
Weekly Economic Index: CBN yields to court orders, Emirates is done with Nigeria, Gaddafi’s missing uranium
CBN bows to the Supreme Court’s order After six long weeks of naira swap tussle, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) finally bows to the Supreme Court’s order to extend the deadline for the use of old naira notes to December 31, 2023. Nigerian residents can now do business with the old banknotes of N1,000, …
Choosing The Right Delivery Service For Your Business
With so many delivery services available, it can be hard to know which one is right for your business. There are several key attributes you should consider when comparing delivery service providers. These attributes will help ensure reliable and efficient delivery of your products to your customers which is your top priority. 10 Key Considerations …
MTN asks Nigerians to nominate projects for improvement in communities
Since 2006, the MTN Foundation, in partnership with MUSON, has funded and developed over 350 music scholars Nigerians have an opportunity to upgrade the healthcare, educational, and electricity facilities in 40 communities that they nominate in phase five of the ‘What Can We Do Together’ initiative under the MTN Give-back Give-back initiative. According to the …
Jumia appoints Lere Awokoya to lead growth, customer engagement
Jumia, an Africa-focused ecommerce company has announced the appointment of Lere Awokoya as the Chief Marketing Officer, to develop and implement marketing strategies that drive growth and customer engagement for the company. Prior to his appointment, Awokoya was the Head of Brand for Jumia where he was responsible for the company’s brand strategy and execution. …
What to know about Sam Altman’s visit to Lagos
Sam Altman, chief executive of OpenAI, in March, announced his cross-country trip in May/June to talk to OpenAI users, developers, and policymakers in various cities. In a Tweet, he invited interested persons to come out and share their various thoughts, feature request, and feedback on Open AI. He added that he will be visiting Toronto, …