Nigerians on several social media platforms have begun to count their losses as a digital asset trading platform (popularly known as CBEX) reportedly swept over N1.3 trillion from their investors’ accounts. The digital trading platform crashed on Monday after the money in their investors’ wallets vanished. CBEX also locked its Telegram channels and postponed its withdrawals while giving investors the …

Another ponzi scheme just crashed, leaving behind a trail of losses, pain, and shame. Like clockwork, the conversations online followed a familiar script: ‘Nigerians are too greedy’. ‘They should have known better’. ‘It was obviously a scam’. And I’ll admit it’s easy to think that way at first. But then I paused. I reflected. And I realised: Maybe we’re not …

There’s a quiet revolution happening among millennial and Gen Z women and it’s not just about aesthetics, it’s about alignment. From Lagos to London, Abuja to Atlanta, more women are trading the fleeting glam of aso-ebi moments for the lasting glow of asset ownership. In the age of soft life, the conversation is shifting not from pleasure to pressure, but …

Soft power isn’t weakness — it’s a strategic advantage! Gone are the days when financial success was only about brute force or traditional power moves. As women, we have a unique advantage—soft power—the ability to influence, connect, and lead with emotional intelligence. This isn’t just about being “nice”; it’s about using your natural strengths to build wealth strategically. Women don’t …

A Technological Company, FunZ, has unveiled an N25m entrepreneurship contest for young Nigerians to put their thinking ability to a test with the ultimate target of solving problems to earn money through innovative means. The contest was also launched alongside an app specifically built for event ticketing. The ticketing platform creates a meeting platform for event organisers and fun-seekers/prospective event …

There is a direct relationship between a scarcity mindset and short-term planning because a scarcity mindset keeps you focused on immediate survival rather than long-term growth (also known as, problem no de finish). You tend to avoid long-term financial commitments like investing, saving, or business growth because you fear losing the little you have (a.k.a. na who get money de …

The Federal Government has called on women across the country to explore investment opportunities in the capital market, describing it as a vital tool for wealth creation and economic empowerment. The appeal came during the launch of the Securities and Exchange Commission Podcast in Abuja on Tuesday, an event aimed at boosting financial literacy and inclusion. The Director of Information …

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has called on the Igbo community in Lagos to prioritise the development of their homeland by establishing business hubs and boom towns that will attract foreign capital and stimulate economic growth in the eastern region. Speaking at the “Anambra Homeland Consciousness Initiative” event held in Lagos over the weekend, Governor Soludo emphasized the need …

Nigeria is home to a growing number of financially empowered women who are breaking barriers in entrepreneurship, leadership, and wealth creation. However, despite the increasing awareness of financial literacy, many women still focus on traditional investment options like real estate, fixed deposits, and retail businesses, often overlooking high-growth opportunities that can generate significant wealth. With rising inflation, economic uncertainties, and …

For many young adults, the road to financial stability can be confusing and overwhelming. Yet, the earlier you master key money principles, the easier it becomes to build lasting wealth. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to improve your financial habits, these game-changing money lessons will set you up for success before you turn 30. 1. Financial independence …