Millions of MTN subscribers across Nigeria woke up on Tuesday morning to an all-too-familiar nightmare. No calls, no texts, no internet. Just vibes. The network giant once again left its users stranded as voice, SMS, and internet services disappeared into the digital abyss for several hours, disrupting businesses, communication, and the peace of mind of...
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No More Substitutes: The Vanishing of Affordable Alternatives in Nigeria’s Economy
Once upon a time in Nigeria, when life showed you pepper, you turned it into pepper soup. If imported rice was moving mad, you’d swerve and hit up that sweet ofada. If turkey wings were suddenly flexing their price tag, you’d enter market and hug smoked panla with confidence. Life was hard, yes, but at...
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Are Luxury Brands Really Made In China? What You Need To Know
Have you seen what’s been happening on tiktok! There’s a significant trend on TikTok where Chinese suppliers are revealing the low production costs behind luxury brands like Hermes, Nike, Lululemon, amongst others, challenging the conventional perceptions of value and authenticity of these high-end brands. Videos supposedly showing these luxury products being made in the same...
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Thrilling News! Dangote Refinery Shrewd Petrol Price Slash
How Dangote’s Fuel Price Slashes Became the Stuff of Nigerian Legend In a country like Nigeria, where the cost of living rarely takes a break and prices seem to climb as if they are chasing that coveted job promotion, the unexpected news of a fuel price cut felt almost too good to be true. But...
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How Nigerian Youths Can Secure BOI Loans to Scale Their Businesses
Nigeria’s youth population is brimming with entrepreneurial potential, yet access to funding remains a major barrier. The Bank of Industry (BOI) offers a lifeline through structured loan programs designed to support startups and SMEs. Understanding how to access these funds is crucial for business growth. Why BOI Loans Matter for Young Entrepreneurs According to the National...
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10 Ways To Make Money From Your Content
Many content creators think you need a huge number of followers to earn money online. The truth is, you don’t need a large audience to make money from your content. With the right plans and a small and active group of people following you, you can make a lot of money. If you are a...
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“9-5 Can’t Make You Rich?” – The Lie We Keep Telling Ourselves
Every so often, social media wakes up and chooses violence: “A 9-5 will never make you wealthy.” And just like that, your timeline is flooded with motivational gurus preaching the gospel of quitting your job to “become your own boss.” But to be honest, if making money was that simple, we’d all be billionaires by...
How Inflation Impacts Everyday Life: A Statistical Perspective
Inflation is something we hear about often, but how does it truly impact our daily lives? Simply put, it affects almost everything we spend money on, from groceries to rent. Understanding its effects helps us make better financial decisions. Rising Costs of Essentials This economic concept drives up the prices of everyday necessities. Food, fuel,...
How I Made My First N500k Online – Free Lessons From An E-commerce Merchant
Have you ever wondered if you can make N500k or more online as an e-commerce merchant in Nigeria? Let me tell you this for free: It’s 100% possible! A few years ago, I was just another young Nigerian trying to figure out how to escape the “broke” life. My 9-5 salary was barely enough, and...
Sustainable Business Practices: The Path to a More Profitable Future
In recent years, sustainability has evolved from being a mere buzzword to a crucial business imperative. Companies around the world are increasingly embracing sustainable practices to mitigate environmental impact. Some companies also has adopted this, prioritising consumer demand for ethical and eco-friendly products. Widely, sustainable business practices not only benefit the planet but also have...
