Riding the ‘Detty December’ and the ‘Japada’ (return to motherland) wave
December has come and gone, but the memories of a different kind of year-end linger. This last December was one...
The naira vs. the dollar: A major test awaits this week
The Nigerian naira is poised for a significant test as markets reopen on Monday, following a week packed with key...
Withdrawal of USAID: A ticking time bomb for rural electrification in Nigeria
Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy, is facing one of the most severe energy access crises in the world.
Nigeria’s $13 trillion future: How data and AI can pave way and power in the 21st Century economy transformation – Abel Aboh
Nigeria’s current administration is embarking on a transformative journey, aiming to propel the real GDP to $1 trillion by 2030....
Sexism, patriarchy and that piece on the CBN – Afusat Kassim
On Monday, February 9, 2025, Premium Times, one of Nigeria’s well-known online publications, published a piece which left me wondering...
Uncovering the spending habits of Africa’s largest consumer market
Last week, I wrote a short LinkedIn post about the topic, and the reactions were very interesting. They showed that...
Seizing opportunities in a changing world: What the global trade report means for Nigeria
As the world’s trade networks continue to shift under the influence of geopolitics, the recently released McKinsey report, “Geopolitics and...
The price of progress: Telecom tariffs expected to rise in Nigeria
The telecommunications sector in Nigeria is poised for significant upgrades following the announcement by the Minister of Communications and Digital...
Digitalisation and access to credit: the changes required to empower Africa’s growing entrepreneurial middle class
The introduction of payment terminals; more ubiquitous smartphone apps; and the hidden analytical power of the data they provide is...
Winning strategies for C-Suite Executives in 2025 and beyond
The global economy is projected to remain resilient despite significant challenges, according to the latest Economic Outlook from the Organisation...
