Dating on a budget in Nigeria is very possible. You do not have to be ‘a big boy’ to have an amazing date with your significant other or even your friends. Embrace the joy in simple, thoughtful dates that build lasting memories.
In 2014, after 30 years of retirement, Dorothy Steel moved back to Atlanta from the Caribbean to be closer to her son and grandson. She was 88 at the time…
“The person who won does he have two heads?” “When your elder sister was your age…” How often have we heard these phrases growing up? They echo the well-meaning yet…
Last year, we explored strategies for managing financial obligations to extended family members, particularly within the context of African family systems where communal support and interconnectedness play a significant role.…
We often hear people talk about their “prime years” – that elusive period when everything seemingly aligns perfectly. But what if I told you that your financial prime isn’t a…
Congratulations on becoming a millionaire! After months of dedication and hard work, the results have finally paid off. If you’re wondering where to invest one million naira in 2025 to…
As a child, historical methods fascinated me, particularly how people in ancient times traveled – they walked everywhere. As someone raised in this century, the idea of walking to every…
Life often feels like a checklist. We find ourselves chasing an unwritten, one-size-fits-all life manual: go to school, graduate, land a great job, get married, buy a house, have kids……
If Nigeria’s economy was a movie in 2024, it would be a thriller with enough plot twists to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. As we present our…
What if the classic “12 Days of Christmas” carol was rewritten from a Nigerian perspective, reflecting the prices of goods and services in 2024? Instead of partridges and pear trees,…
Last December, Chioma found herself in a familiar predicament. With just two weeks until Christmas, she stared at her phone, scrolling through online stores with prices that made her scared.…
When the Grinch set out to ruin Christmas, he had only one thing on his mind, the sad and disappointed faces of the children of Whoville on Christmas morning. To…
There are certain people that cannot be budgeted-out of your Christmas expenses regardless of how tight things get, not because they insist on receiving gifts but because you carry a…
In perhaps one of the greatest political comebacks in recent history, Donald Trump has done what many thought was impossible: he has clinched the US presidency once again…
Let’s go back in time to early 2016, at the peak of the MMM frenzy in Nigeria. The peer-to-peer scheme promised quick, easy money—30% returns on any amount you “invested.”…
We may be a little late to the Movember party, but it’s never too late to make bold, impactful decisions—especially during Men’s Financial Freedom Movember. While moustaches have been growing…
What if I told you the game of golf and investing have a lot more in common than you think? Both require a keen understanding of strategy, patience, and an…
On June 14th, 2023, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) made an announcement that would send shockwaves throughout the Nigerian economy. In a press release, they announced the abolishment of…
If you’ve ever looked at your bank account and wondered, “How did I spend that much?”, you’re not alone. You see, money has this sneaky way of slipping through our…
Recently, the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reform (FPTR) submitted a proposed Personal Income Tax Bill aimed at restructuring Nigeria’s tax system, particularly targeting high-income earners. The proposed…
Sometimes we get caught up in chasing milestones, forgetting that the process itself can be deeply rewarding. This article delves into how loving what you do can reshape your path to success. Discover why embracing joy along the way can actually make your dreams more achievable.
This time last week, I was having a conversation with a colleague when he shared a quite interesting take that stuck with me. “Monday is my favorite day of the…
Picture this: A frustrated customer expecting a timely lunch delivery from an online food hub finds themselves still waiting hours later. Starving and annoyed, they call the customer service line.…
Last week, we discussed at length about Black Tax and its significance on the socio-economic structure of the African family system. In the article, we established that Black Tax is…
In many African and diaspora communities around the world, there exists a phenomenon known as “Black tax.” Initially coined in South Africa, the concept refers to the financial support that…
Just yesterday, it was announced that the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has once again raised the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points, bringing…
Adebayo, a young professional in Lagos, always dreamed of financial independence. He worked hard at his 9-to-5 job but felt stuck in the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck. One day, while discussing his frustrations with his uncle, a successful businessman, he received a piece of advice that would change his life…
We bet you clicked this article with the same question in mind… Why?? Why is everything so expensive? Why does it feel like you’re getting less for more? Why does the same amount of money that once stretched across your needs now seem inadequate? Well, ladies and gentlemen, we have a serious inflation problem.