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Feyisayo Ajayi

Feyisayo Ajayi is a finance reporter at Billionaires Africa, covering company valuations, latest market trends, and developments in the African continent with a special focus on finance, energy & renewables, and technology.
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From Ifangni to Ilasamaja: How a 10-year-old “tiling apprentice” ended up mixing cement instead of going to school

A 10-year-old from Benin Republic works and sleeps on a Lagos construction site, showing how poverty, migration and informal apprenticeship push children out of school.
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Why nutritionists say Nigerians should stop boiling eggs and rice in the same pot

Nigerian dietitians warn that boiling unwashed eggs with rice in one pot can transfer Salmonella and E. coli from the shells to the grains, risking foodborne illness.

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The Gig Economy in Nigeria: Opportunities and Challenges for Freelancers

Nigeria's gig economy empowers freelancers with income opportunities, skill development, and independence, while challenges like earnings volatility and digital gaps persist.
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Africa’s Foreign Investment Boom: Key Drivers of Global Capital Flow

Africa attracts $53 billion in FDI, fueled by its natural resources, youthful market, green energy projects, and growing digital economy despite global challenges.
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Nigeria’s National Grid Challenges: Reform Efforts and Pathways to Sustainability

Nigeria’s energy sector faces persistent challenges, with grid inefficiencies and energy poverty hindering economic growth and development.
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US to Return $53 Million in Seized Assets from Ex-Nigerian Oil Minister

US to return $53 million in seized assets from ex-Nigerian oil minister to fund development and security initiatives.
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Nigeria’s E-commerce Boom: Opportunities and Risks

Nigeria's e-commerce boom drives economic growth, creates jobs, fosters innovation, but faces infrastructure, security, and regulatory challenges.
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Made in Nigeria: How Local Manufacturing is Competing on the Global Stage

Nigeria’s manufacturing sector thrives with "Made in Nigeria" initiatives, overcoming challenges to boost global competitiveness and economic growth.
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Vulnerable industries to watch: Nigeria’s Most Endangered Sectors in 2025

Nigeria's key sectors face risks in 2025, from energy transitions to climate change, inflation, and policy challenges.
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The Emergence of AI in Nigeria’s Leading 5 Companies

AI transforms Nigeria's top companies, boosting efficiency, innovation, and growth across banking, telecoms, fintech, manufacturing, and energy.
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Top 10 Founders driving Nigeria’s Tech revolution

Nigeria's tech leaders are redefining innovation, driving fintech, e-commerce, and telecom growth, shaping Africa’s digital future.
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Lagos State Appeals Doctor’s Acquittal in Child Defilement Case

Lagos State appeals Supreme Court to reverse acquittal of Dr. Femi Olaleye in child defilement case.
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Nigerian Government to Investigate Civilian Deaths in Sokoto Airstrike

Nigerian government pledges thorough investigation into the Sokoto airstrike that killed 10 civilians, citing erroneous intelligence as the cause.
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CBN Grants Bureaux de Change Temporary Access to Official FX Market to Bolster Naira

CBN grants Bureaux de Change access to forex market while implementing measures to stabilize the Naira and curb speculation.
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From Ifangni to Ilasamaja: How a 10-year-old “tiling apprentice” ended up mixing cement instead of going to school

A 10-year-old from Benin Republic works and sleeps on a Lagos construction site, showing how poverty, migration and informal apprenticeship push children out of school.
News

Why nutritionists say Nigerians should stop boiling eggs and rice in the same pot

Nigerian dietitians warn that boiling unwashed eggs with rice in one pot can transfer Salmonella and E. coli from the shells to the grains, risking foodborne illness.
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“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.
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Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.