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How IBK started a thriving Business during COVID

Starting a business can be daunting, especially in uncertain times like during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, IBK, the lockdown provided the push she needed to start her perfume business. In this article, the IBK shares her inspiration for starting her business, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and her moments of growth and pride.…
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How Todlr Is Empowering the Next Generation’s Financial Future

With Todlr, Funmi and his team aim to help kids learn about money by providing resources and training for the next generation to pursue their dreams and passions with financial confidence. In this interview, we speak to Funmi, co-founder of Todlr, a platform designed to help parents invest in their children’s future and teach their…
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Can Money Buy Happiness? 5 Nigerians Share Their Experience

Money, the age-old question of whether it can buy happiness, has been debated for years. Many people believe that having more money means greater happiness, while others argue that it doesn’t guarantee anything. But what do Nigerians think? We asked 5 Nigerians to share their personal experiences and thoughts on the subject. Olumide, 32, Businessman…
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How Self-love Drives me To Build Wealth

Building wealth is a goal that many people aspire to achieve, and it often involves hard work, dedication, and smart financial decisions. However, what many people fail to realize is that building wealth is also tied to self-love and prioritizing yourself. In a recent Twitter Space hosted by Adora and co-hosted by Adesuwa from Accrue,…
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Multiple Businesses, One Mind: Secrets to This Entrepreneur’s Success

Miriam Sanni is a 26-year-old entrepreneur who turned her passion for nice clothing and accessories into multiple successful businesses in Nigeria. Despite the numerous challenges that most entrepreneurs face starting and operating a business in Nigeria, Miriam has been able to overcome them with her determination, hard work, and the right network. In this article,…
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How I Saved My First $200 In University Last Year

How I Saved My First $200 In University Last Year Saving money can be daunting for many university students, especially those with a limited income. The high cost of textbooks and living expenses can make it difficult for students to set aside money for savings. Despite these challenges, some students find ways to save money…
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January: The month of financial hangovers.

3 people share how they’re going through the 90 days of January. January is the month of financial hangovers. The holiday season is over, and we’re all left with a pile of bills and expenses from the previous month. And to top it off, the new year brings a whole new set of unexpected expenses…
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‘I Send Money Across Africa For My Business On Accrue’

Sending money across Africa is tedious, and if you manage to, you’ll often lose a decent chunk to extortionate exchange rates and fees. Accrue helps you send money across Africa in less than 5 minutes! Don’t take our word for it; take Matthew’s: Matthew uses Accrue to send money across Africa;. This week, he shares…
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Paycheck to Paycheck: Beating Lifestyle Inflation.

When a person advances into a better-paying position at work, their monthly expenses typically follow suit. This is commonly referred to as lifestyle inflation. If this happens to you, it can become a problem because you may still be able to pay your bills, but your ability to turn your higher salary into a way…
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Ghanaians Talk About The Inflation

Ghana is experiencing unprecedented cedi depreciation and inflation, making life difficult for the average Ghanaian. According to Bloomberg, the Ghana cedi is now the world’s worst-performing currency. To make matters worse, the Ghana Statistical Service reported that the country’s inflation rate is now 37.2%. The cost of living has risen significantly, with consumer goods prices…