After ten years of working hands-on with African businesses — from small shops to large enterprises — I’ve seen it all: the hustle, the growth, the excitement, and unfortunately, the collapse. What’s most painful? Most of these businesses didn’t shut down because of economic instability or political issues. They collapsed from within — undone by internal...
Thinking about diving into content creation using your old social media profiles? Whether it’s Facebook, YouTube, Phisk, or X (formerly Twitter), the first step is to clean up your digital presence and make it creator-ready. Here’s a practical guide to get your account looking sharp and professional—no matter the platform. 1. Update Your Display Name Let’s be honest:...
Achalugo was a woman who had it all. She had a flourishing career with a monthly salary of ₦750,000 and a highly profitable perfume business that brought in millions each month. Ambitious, disciplined, and hardworking, she appeared to be living the dream. But despite her success, Achalugo consistently found herself making poor decisions in relationships. Her intelligence wasn’t the...
The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has reserved judgment in the case filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, challenging the results of the September 21, 2024 governorship election. The tribunal, led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, concluded the proceedings on Monday, March 3, 2025, after both parties adopted their final written addresses....
On March 5th, 2025, Adetunji Opayele, the co-founder and Chief Technical Officer (CTO) of Bumpa, a promising retail automation startup, tragically passed away. His death, initially attributed to a road accident, has sparked widespread outrage and concern after new details surfaced about the events leading up to the tragedy. A petition on Change.org, initiated by an individual named 'Teejay...
