Cynthia Barnes — Founder & CEO, Black Women’s Wealth Lab™ What happened when Cynthia Barnes finally invoiced her church? It became a masterclass in pricing purpose, honuoring one’s gifts, and transforming “service” into sustainable impact. Here’s how it unfolded, in her words: “Yes, I invoiced my church $10K.The pastor’s jaw dropped. “But we’re doing God’s work.””So am I,” I said. “And God’s work deserves proper funding.”See, they’d been running community programs for 15 years. Free financial literacy. Free job training. Free business coaching. All led by Black women who tithed, served, and subsidized.The youth minister was teaching coding bootcamps after…
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Citizen reporters Victoria Uwadoka (L) and her daughter Mmesomachi Uwadoka give us an insight into the novel ‘Streetwear Hub’ at GTCO Fashion Weekend 2025 — [📸Victoria Uwadoka] While flashbulbs popped and fashion elites swarmed the main runway at the just-concluded GTCO Fashion Weekend (November 8—9, 2025), something refreshingly grassroots was unfolding on the sidelines — a newly introduced, rather brilliant section called the Streetwear Hub pavilion. Here, a quieter kind of buzz was happening and the noise was different: tucked between racks of oversized tees, statement sneakers, and bold cultural mashups, lived a strong heartbeat of the weekend: small but…
Jennifer Awirigwe (professionally known as Financial Jennifer) – Founder, FinTribe [📸Author] Meet Financial Jennifer — a seasoned finance professional and investment educator with years of experience guiding individuals toward smarter money decisions. Known for breaking down complex financial concepts into practical, relatable insights, she has helped countless young professionals and entrepreneurs understand how to make their money work for them. In this piece, she outlines different investment opportunities available in Nigeria based on how much you have, showing that no matter your income level, there’s always a smart way to grow your wealth. 💡👇 “Here are the different investment opportunities…
In July this year, the first cohort of the six-month “Gen AI Fellowship” officially kicked off in Abeokuta, as the Ogun State Government and the Bosun Tijani Foundation joined forces to equip a new generation of Nigerian talent with world-class artificial intelligence (AI) skills. Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani – Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy & Founder, Bosun Tijani Foundation The fellowship is hosted at the ICT Park in Abeokuta, Ogun State, and features two primary tracks: AI Engineering and AI Developer. Over the span of six months, participants will engage in intensive, in-person training five days a week.…
L-R: Mr. Jonny Baxter (British Deputy High Commissioner); Edward Nnadi (CEO & Chairman, Jean Edwards Group); Shalom Ijeoma Lloyd MBE (General Manager, The Body Shop Nigeria); Qasar Qayyum (Chief Revenue Officer, The Body Shop), at the ribbon cutting ceremony at Ikeja… last Friday [📸 BHC Nigeria] Lagos, Nigeria — October 24, 2025: The Body Shop has announced the opening of its newest store in Nigeria, bringing its globally renowned, ethically sourced, and naturally inspired beauty products to Lagos. Following the successful launch of its Abuja store and national e-Commerce platform earlier this year, the Lagos opening marks another milestone in…
Creators of Halo, the ‘braiding robot’ – Yinka Ogubiyi (L) and David Afolabi Harvard innovators Yinka Ogunbiyi and David Afolabi (both Nigerians) have just raised the bar for beauty technology with the launch of the Halo Braid, a pioneering braiding robot designed to make hairstyling faster, safer, and more enjoyable. Their venture won the 2025 Harvard Innovation Labs President’s Innovation Challenge grand prize (US $75,000) which they plan to use to pilot a salon in Boston and scale the device for manufacturing. Halo Braid – described as a “cream and gold standing dryer”, this machine can reduce braiding sessions from…
Ada Osakwe – Founder, Nuli Foods Nigerian healthy food brand Nuli Foods has taken a bold step onto the global stage with the launch of its first overseas outlet, Nuli USA, located at 1850 K Street NW, Washington D.C. (The Square). The grand opening, held recently at The Square, marked a milestone not only for the company but also for Africa’s growing footprint in the global food and wellness industry. [🎥 The Square] Founded by food entrepreneur and investor Ada Osakwe, Nuli Foods began as a mission-driven venture to make nutritious, locally sourced meals more accessible to Nigerians. A former…
Presenting the prizes (L-R): Ikechi Onyeneke (Head, Enterprise Business Development at STanbicIBTC); His Excellency Michel Deelen (Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Lagos); Dr Segun Ogunsanya (Chairman, Board of Directors, NSIA Prize for Innovation); Adenike Adeyemi (Executive Director, FATE Foundation) On Thursday, October 2, 2025 Orange Corners Nigeria (OCN) – an initiative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, executed in partnership with FATE Foundation to build a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nigeria, particularly among young people – hosted the OCN 12 Close-Out and OCIF Track II Award Ceremony in celebratio of the innovation, grit, and vision of Nigerian entrepreneurs…
Moniepoint Co-Founders – Tosin Eniolorunda (3rd L) and Felix Ike (3rd L) – and their team One week ago, Moniepoint CEO, Tosin Eniolorunda, announced that the company has been named among the UK’s leading fintech firms by CNBC, an achievement he described as a powerful validation of the company’s global impact. [See the full list here: https://www.cnbc.com/the-uks-top-fintech-companies-2025/] For Moniepoint’s users, this breakthrough signals more than just international recognition. It opens up opportunities for seamless cross-border financial services, stronger trust in the brand’s global credibility, and potential new tools to connect African businesses with international markets. With the UK being one of…
🎥Abimbola Balogun – Founder, Bimbeads Concept Lagos, Nigeria – September 19, 2025 – Bimbeads Concept, Nigeria’s foremost handcrafted jewelry brand, has announced its exclusive exhibition, Timeless Possession, set to take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel (Ikeja-Lagos) on October 3–4, 2025. The two-day showcase will feature a rare collection of luxury beaded jewelry pieces, blending traditional artistry with contemporary design for collectors and style connoisseurs. The exhibition, described by the company as a celebration of “heritage, elegance, and individuality,” will offer visitors the chance to experience limited-edition creations that highlight the enduring beauty of handcrafted beads. Founded by renowned jewelry…