Opeyemi Quadri 
When Prof. Austin Nosike steps into the Vice Chancellor’s office at James Hope University, Lekki, Lagos, in September 2025, he carries with him more than titles, degrees, or awards. He brings a story that began far from the polished corridors of academia. His story started in the newsroom, as a human rights activist, and in … Read more
In a world where milliseconds can decide profit or loss, API (Application Programming Interfaces) trading platforms have become the go-to tool for tech-savvy traders. If you are building a custom dashboard or just want faster trade execution, APIs open the way to a fully programmable trading experience. In this blog, we will break down what … Read more
In the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, insurance provides a way to protect assets from risks like smart contract failures or protocol hacks. For someone new to this area, understanding the process of acquiring coverage involves several practical steps, from setting up tools to selecting specific policies. Common risks covered in DeFi insurance platforms include smart contract vulnerabilities, … Read more
If your savings account earns little or no interest, you’re missing an opportunity to grow your wealth. Inflation reduces the value of idle cash over time, but you can protect and grow your money by choosing safe and interest-bearing investment options. This guide explains how to invest idle money through Mutual Funds, Treasury Bills, and … Read more
Thousands of Nigerians are interested in purchasing U.S stocks such as Tesla shares, Apple, Duolingo, access stocks within The Vanguard S&P 500 and many other shares that were once difficult for non-U.S. citizens to access. But with the coming of companies such as Bamboo Investment into the investment landscape, it is possible to buy foreign … Read more
In Nigeria’s banking sector, where traditional commercial banks often provide fixed savings interest rates between 3% and 7%, savers looking for higher returns have options among licensed fintech platforms. These institutions, regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and covered by the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), offer fixed savings products with rates starting … Read more
In a career that has taken him from newsroom desks in Nigeria to academic podiums in Europe, Professor Austin Nosike has spent more than three decades navigating the interconnected worlds of education, policy, and development. Now, the seasoned academic is stepping into one of his most influential roles yet -President of the African Institute of Management, … Read more
Nonprofit organizations or NGOs play a significant role in addressing global issues such as poverty, education, gender inequality, health, and environmental conservation, while also providing employment opportunities across various sectors. If you are interested in aligning your career with social impact, exploring job posting sites of NGOs can reveal positions in areas like program management, fundraising, and … Read more
Decentralized finance (DeFi) has transformed how individuals interact with financial systems, offering opportunities for lending, borrowing, and trading without intermediaries. However, the DeFi ecosystem carries risks such as smart contract vulnerabilities, hacks, and stablecoin depegging, which have led to over $2 billion losses in 2023 alone, according to on-chain data. DeFi insurance provides a safety … Read more
The cryptocurrency space continues to evolve with shifting in regulations, blockchain protocols, and its expansion into the mainstream finance, staying current and taking informed decisions requires more than just casual online reading. This is where cryptocurrency influencers come in. Crypto influencers offer a mix of technical expertise, market analysis, regulatory insights, and educational content, making them essential for anyone … Read more
Do you know that GTBank Point-of-Sale (POS) terminal is free for small business owners and merchants across Nigeria? Why Conventional Bank’s POS? The entry of FinTechs such as Opay, MoniePoint, PalmPay, FairMoney, Paga, Baxi Box, among others, is now putting conventional banks such as GTBank, First Bank, and Wema Bank on their toes. These banks … Read more
For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), adopting modern payment solutions is critical to staying competitive in today’s fast-paced business environment. A point-of-sale (POS) terminal, a device that facilitates card payments and streamlines transactions, has become a very important modern payment solution for businesses looking to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. For example, in Nigeria, the … Read more
After SALT Lending, the world’s first crypto-backed loan launched in 2016, other digital asset-backed loan platforms have launched. Interestingly, the new ones bring to the table decentralized finance (DeFi) to transform how individuals interact with financial systems. One of them is Aave, formerly known as ETHLend, which offers users the ability to lend and borrow cryptocurrencies … Read more
Crypto lending platforms have changed the way we see digital assets. It refined the capabilities of decentralized finance (DeFi) and centralized finance (CeFi) ecosystems, enabling users to earn interest on their digital assets or borrow funds using cryptocurrency as collateral. Disclaimer: Always conduct thorough research and never commit more capital than you can afford to … Read more
OpenAI, the brain behind the artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT, is considering leveraging its over 400 million weekly users to build AI-powered web browser. Although no official release date has been announced, the move is seen as a direct challenge to Google Chrome, a browser owned by Alphabet, which has dominated the browsing space for decades. Access … Read more