The Next Normal Arrives: Trends that Will Define 2021—and Beyond

January 4, 2021 – The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world, and its effects will last. Business leaders should consider several factors as they prepare for the next normal. 2021 will be the year of transition, where individuals, businesses, and society can start to look forward to shaping their futures rather than just grinding through […]

Bitcoin in Africa: Why Nigeria is Pioneering the Continent’s Cryptocurrency Revolution

Nigeria has emerged as a global leader in Bitcoin trading, with more cryptocurrency transactions occurring in the country than almost anywhere else in the world. This surge in digital currency adoption reflects a growing distrust in traditional investment options and a quest for financial stability. From Struggle to Success: Tola Fadugbagbe’s Story Tola Fadugbagbe’s journey […]

Global Economic Forecast: Bouncing Back in 2021

As businesses and governments look ahead to 2021, predicting future trends becomes necessary for strategic planning and informed decision-making. Three key themes emerge: A record-breaking global economic growth, an uneven recovery across sectors and countries, and a synchronized push for green infrastructure. The global economy is projected to expand by around 5% in market exchange […]

A second Osun LG chairman has been suspended due to suspected financial misbehavior.

Less than a week after the suspension of the Osogbo South Local Council Development Area Chairman, another local government leader in Osun, Munirudeen Anisu of Olorunda Local Government, has been suspended by the council’s parliament over accusations of financial mismanagement. Anisu was suspended on Monday after failing to respond to allegations of “financial misconduct and […]

JAMB Remits N5bn to Federal Government, Addresses Result Access Challenges

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that it remitted N5 billion to the Federal Government following the successful completion of the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). According to JAMB’s weekly bulletin, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s Head of Media and Information, revealed that out of the N5 billion, the government returned N2 […]

Nigerian Companies Struggle with Weak Revenue Growth Amid Economic Challenges

Businesses in Nigeria are facing continued challenges, as reflected in the financial results from companies for the year ended December 31, 2018. Corporate reports show a meager 6.4% revenue growth, with combined earnings reaching N9.74 trillion, up from N9.16 trillion in 2017. This sluggish growth highlights ongoing economic fragility, with the Nigerian economy itself growing […]