Life often comes at us in waves. Sometimes calm and predictable, other times wild and uncertain. Yet, in its flow, one truth remains: the decisions we make today ripple through…
Have you ever thought about what happens after you hit your wealth goal? For some, it’s when they make their first million; for others, it’s that hundred-million mark. However, the big…
In a place where inflation often feels like a moving train with no brakes, figuring out how to save or invest in Nigeria is more than just a smart decision,…
We all know the golden rule of personal finance: Always have an emergency fund. It’s your financial safety net, your “just in case,” your peace of mind on a rainy…
Truth be told, when it comes to investing in Nigeria, many of us are skeptical. And who can blame us? The bitter memories of schemes like MMM, CBN Treasury Bills…
Ever met someone who’s always glued to their phone, monitoring stock prices like it’s the Champions League finals? Meanwhile, another person is bragging about buying shares in a company like, let’s say, Dangote Cement back in the day…
Let’s be honest, Father’s Day doesn’t get as close the hype Mother’s Day gets (which is celebrated twice a year, by the way).
No Instagram tributes laced with emotional captions, no flower bouquets, no choir renditions in church. Most Nigerian dads just get a text message…
Gold. Just hearing the word evokes images of wealth, security, and stability. For centuries, this precious metal has been a universal symbol of value. From ancient empires to modern economies,…
A few weeks ago, we got tagged in a fascinating Twitter thread. It was about a young man who, four years ago, started investing for children he didn’t even have…
If you’ve ever dreamed of earning steady, guaranteed income while supporting Nigeria’s development, then the June 2025 FGN Savings Bond might just be the golden opportunity you’ve been looking for.…
Let’s be honest: in Nigeria, the word debt often carries a heavy, negative tone. For many professionals, it brings to mind friends dodging loan sharks, salary advances that disappear before the 15th of the month…
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say they ‘own equity in a company’? If you’ve nodded along without truly understanding what they meant, it’s perfectly understandable…
It shouldn’t be news to you, but somehow, it still is for a lot of people: having more than one bank account is one of the most underrated wealth-building strategies…
8-year-old Desmond came running to his father one Saturday morning cradling his favorite remote-control car, now in two sad pieces. His eyes, wide with tears and curiosity. “Dad,” he asked,…
On May 12th, 2025, the Debt Management Office (DMO) of Nigeria launched a new ₦300 billion Sovereign Sukuk bond. But what exactly is a Sukuk bond and why should you…
If you’re a parent in Nigeria today, chances are you’ve felt the pinch of rising school fees. Whether your child is in a primary, secondary, or tertiary institution, the cost of education has become one of the most pressing household concerns in recent years…
Have you ever walked into a thrift store and stumbled upon a designer jacket, barely worn, priced like it was just a random jacket? You check the label, feel the quality, and suddenly realize—this thing is worth way more than its price tag suggests…
In today’s hustle culture, especially in bustling cities like Lagos, Nairobi, New York, and even London, burnout isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it creeps in quietly—through late nights, ignored headaches, missed meals, and that one email you answer at 2 a.m…
Barely a week ago, Nigeria was rocked by the collapse of CBEX, a so-called digital trading platform that vanished overnight—taking over ₦1 trillion (about $840 million) of investors’ money with it.
The rich get richer is a form of compounding. Sometimes this compounding is passive but most times it’s very active. One of the best ways rich people get richer is…
In recent weeks, Nigerians have been sharing horror stories online about Lagos house agent scams, with agents charging exorbitant, often fraudulent fees under the guise of helping tenants find homes.…
Nothing sustainable happens by luck! Spicy take? Maybe—but when you think about how to build sustainable wealth, you’ll see that it’s never by accident…
The game of investing like any other game has one golden rule. It’s all about finding opportunities where the risk is capped (low/limited) but the reward could be massive (high/unlimited),…
A couple of months ago, we discussed at length the dramatic return of Donald Trump to the White House and how his political resurgence could reshape the Nigerian economy…
