Author: Christie Uzebu

In Nigeria, it’s not uncommon to see kids spend weeks and even as long as a term at home due to the inability of their parents/guardians to raise funds for school fees. What this results to is the growing trend where young people learn a trade immediately after secondary school,…

Learning has over the years evolved from the traditional classroom lectures we are used to; it’s become a lot more easier and fun.  From online courses to Youtube videos, there’s a growing number of platforms offering a means for anyone to become an expert at any field; and people are learning away at…

With remote work getting more and more popular, it’s become normal to see young Nigerians hunting for work spaces. Searching for the perfect work space that would fit a need is usually time consuming, and Spaceba is making it easy. Founded by Taiwo Akinseye and Kehinde Shogbanmu on January 9,…

Okay, we have access to technology. It’s been so helpful, providing us with not just fun, but also making life so much easier. But, would you stick with just the regular features you get from these tech tools/apps or find ways to do more with them? Here are the most amazing tech hacks…

The high cost of rent is sometimes a real challenge for a lot of Nigerians. At the same, there are those who have got available spaces and are looking to make money with it. Co-tenant was launched to connect these group of people. Launched in December 2017 by Kolawole Bilewu,…

You want your business to succeed. We get it. Who doesn’t want to see a business — into which a person dedicates all of their sweat to blossom? But just so you know, 80% of businesses fail within their first year. The statistics is terrifying and you don’t want to…

Electrical repairs is one of the most needed service in every home and office. Getting the service of electricians is usually not so much of a challenge, as a good number of them have small shops in street corners. Where the challenge lie is getting skilled ones who would not…

So, it’s time to launch that new service or product that you’ve been excited about. A launch as we used to know it has certainly changed, it’s not enough to hire that PR firm and draft that press release, it’s going to take more than that. Here are some tips that might…

ASUSU is an online platform that’s set to digitize the old village savings and loans systems also known as a cooperative. The ASUSU platform helps provide cooperators with easy online access to their savings and loans, helps transfer loan request from the cooperative to the cooperators, provide access to merchants for…

Entrepreneurship is one topic that has become really popular around the world. In Nigeria, it has become a way of life for millions. While some are building thriving business, some others are providing funding, tips and advice, and then, there are those that just have a lot to say about…

With a good number of startups launched in the last few years, the auto industry in Nigeria seems to have found its place online. Most recent of these online startups is Mr. Parts, an ecommerce platform where Nigerians can order car parts and accessories. From engine oil to tyres, brake…

When most new entrepreneurs get involved in a startup for the first time, there’s one thing on their minds: growth. They want to enter a market up as quickly as possible, and start earning the rewards of leading a multimillion dollar organisation. Of course, the benefits seem obvious, they’ve been up in…

The startup phase of your new business is likely the most exciting and exasperating time you’ll experience over the life of your new enterprise. But, nothing beats the magic of creating something new from scratch, overcoming the naysayers and obstacles in your way. At the same time, nothing is as…

As a Small Business Owner, Entrepreneur or Freelancer, how do you go about it when a client calls you to send your invoice? Do you have to pull-out that chunky piece of paper you call invoice or do you have to respond that you don’t have an invoice? Invoices go a…

Smartphones are great; they’re basically a computer in your pocket packed full of features to make your life easier. You’re most likely stuck with using it to take pictures, check emails and stay updated on social media. But, they do far more than that. Some of these features are less obvious…

Every single day, there are people moving, either from one house to another or changing office location. The process is usually really stressful. From getting a truck to convey properties to a new location, to arranging each item rightly. The Relocate team have probably faced this challenge at one point,…

Technology has created the ability for you to connect with virtually anyone, whether it’s a business professional that you admire, a peer that you desire to partner with or a potential future investor. Nowadays, you can tweet, follow, ”friend” and comment your way into a dialogue with just about anybody.…

The increasing number of small business owners often choose a sole proprietor business structure when starting up. However, there are a few others who are beginning to embraced partnerships, as business partnerships with individual(s) who are complementary both personally and professional have proven to result in greater rewards. Partnerships offer…

Coming up with great ideas is easy. But in a tough business terrain like we have in Nigeria, it’s putting those ideas into action that’s difficult. In order to turn your dreams about the next best service or product into a tangible, valuable reality, you need to take the right first…

As the use of technology keeps growing in Nigeria, startups are springing up offering solution to everyday needs. One of these is delivery service. Picking up items, getting parcels across to people have become easier than ever with platforms dedicated to taking off this burden. One of the newest startup…