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Railway Infrastructure is One of the Solutions to Africa’s Trade Expansion

May 25, (THEWILL) — As Africa’s economies continue to diversify and grow at around four per cent year-on-year on average, moving goods across the continent is becoming more complex, time-sensitive, and strategically important. Ports are essential gateways for international...

Taxes: Who’s Responsible?

May 24, (THEWILL) — In Nigeria, there’s a common misconception that only salaried workers and registered companies are liable for tax payments. Many people believe that if they don’t fit into these categories, the tax laws simply don’t apply...

Digital but Disadvantaged: The Hidden Barriers Facing Africa’s Online Workforce

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May 24, (THEWILL) — In countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, and Uganda, with South Africa ranking 135 out of 237 countries for having expensive mobile data prices according to BestBroadbandDeals.co.uk, high data prices and unreliable electricity make sustained participation...

Black Tax: The High Cost of Being the Family Hero

May 17, (THEWILL) — In Nigeria, hitting a financial milestone is rarely a solo victory; it is celebrated as a communal win. The moment a young professional lands a well-paying job in Lagos, Port Harcourt, or Abuja, a silent,...

Beyond the Grid: How Nigeria Will Power the Electric Vehicle Revolution

May 11, (THEWILL) — Petrol prices keep rising. But the future of Nigerian transport is being built on the sun, not the pump. If you live in Lagos or Abuja, you have probably already seen the early signs. Electric...

The N190bn Unclaimed Dividend Goldmine

May 10, (THEWILL) — Imagine walking into a dusty room in your family home and discovering an old, forgotten trunk filled with cash. For many Nigerians, this isn't just a flight of fancy; it is a documented financial reality...

Why 90% of Nigerian Agritech Startups Fail

May 10, (THEWILL) — When I first started Aké Collective, I wanted to do agritech. The plan was to send drones into rural communities to provide climate data. When I did a small trial and explained the concept to...

The Long Game: The Myth of Failure

July 5 (THEWILL) — About two weeks ago, I travelled to Canada for the Global Energy Show. Since the RBC Canadian Open was being played in nearby Toronto that same week, I seized the opportunity to attend one of...

Mind Your Money

May 03, (THEWILL) — ‎Your financial information is personal. It is as private as a medical record or a family secret, and you have every right to decide who sees it. In Nigeria today, where mobile money, POS agents,...

Tax Compliance: The Cost of Silence

April 26, (THEWILL) — In the vibrant markets of Onitsha and the high-energy tech hubs of Lagos, there is a common sentiment among business owners: If the bank account isn’t overflowing, the taxman shouldn’t be calling. It is a...