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The MasterCard Graduate Launch Program 2023 for Young Nigerians
7th January 2023
MasterCard is currently recruiting associate consultants who will take on roles within it as part of its Graduate Launch Program. If you are a recent graduate of a tertiary institution and you’d like to gain valuable experience with data-driven consulting projects, here’s an opportunity you should consider taking advantage of. Read more about Opportunities … Continue reading The MasterCard Graduate Launch Program 2023 for Young Nigerians
Nigeria’s Top 10 Startup Funding Rounds of 2022
Nigerian startups have continued to attract investors from across the world. This year, they have secured funding from global VCs, angels, and institutional financiers. And we’ve seen more local investment vehicles and High Net-Worth Individuals (including startup founders themselves) get in on the act. Read more about Business One estimate suggests that between January … Continue reading Nigeria’s Top 10 Startup Funding Rounds of 2022
Nigeria’s Top 10 Business Highlights for the Year 2022
6th January 2023
It’s time to look back on what has been a mixed year for business in Nigeria. Most reviews of the period will have a number of things in common. They’ll highlight how the old way of doing commerce is changing right before our eyes, thanks to contemporary technologies. And they will point to the … Continue reading Nigeria’s Top 10 Business Highlights for the Year 2022
Top 10 Nigerian Brands of 2022
Throughout the year 2022, Connect Nigeria has profiled some of Nigeria’s leading brands on a weekly basis. We have covered well-known names in various industries—finance, real estate, engineering, publishing, pharmaceuticals, and information technology, just to name a few. Our articles about them have explained the products and services they offer, and why they’re so … Continue reading Top 10 Nigerian Brands of 2022
$10,000 Cash Prize on Offer in the AfDB Fashionomics Africa Contest 2023 for Fashion Entrepreneurs
The African Development Bank (AfDB) invites fashion entrepreneurs to enter its Fashionomics Africa online competition for sustainable fashion. If you are building a business that will transform how clothing is produced, used, and recycled, you should consider getting involved in this contest. Read more about Opportunities Through this competition, the AfDB and its partners … Continue reading $10,000 Cash Prize on Offer in the AfDB Fashionomics Africa Contest 2023 for Fashion Entrepreneurs
How to Open a Business Bank Account in Nigeria
Ideally, entrepreneurs should set up a bank account for their business, separate from their personal account. This is the first (and perhaps the most important) step towards keeping their individual and corporate finances in different silos—which in turn makes it easier for them to manage business funds. Read more about Business But the process … Continue reading How to Open a Business Bank Account in Nigeria
Apply for the Union Bank Graduate Trainee Program 2023 for Young Graduates
5th January 2023
Applications are now open for the Union Bank Graduate Trainee Program. If you are a recent graduate who would like to begin a career in sales, tech, or general management, this program offers you a great opportunity to gain the skills you need to do just that. Read more about Opportunities Union Bank promises … Continue reading Apply for the Union Bank Graduate Trainee Program 2023 for Young Graduates
Our Top 10 Business Growth Tips of 2022
Throughout the year, we’ve shared tips that could help your business grow. These ideas cover various aspects of building and running a profit-making entity—finance, product development, customer acquisition, sales, and branding –and how you can work on them to expand your enterprise. Read more about Business In this article, we’ll present you with some … Continue reading Our Top 10 Business Growth Tips of 2022
5,000 Scholarships Available from the Udacity and Access Bank Advance Africa Program
Access Bank, through its Advance Africa program, is offering 5,000 scholarships on the Udacity learning platform. These scholarships will cover courses in technology that equip learners with skills that are in high demand. Read more about Opportunities Advance Africa is Access Bank’s digital training program for young people on the continent. It seeks to … Continue reading 5,000 Scholarships Available from the Udacity and Access Bank Advance Africa Program
SME Spotlight: Zercom Systems
Zercom Systems is a software distribution company that develops and supplies enterprise technology solutions to businesses. Organizations can use its applications for a range of purposes—e-learning, monitoring financial transactions across numerous terminals, verifying customer addresses, and managing their content on multiple channels. Read more about Business The offerings from Zercom Systems are important tools … Continue reading SME Spotlight: Zercom Systems
Data And Machine Learning to Personalize Customer Experience
In our today’s world, the subject of data and machine learning are fast becoming mainstream in businesses. Big Data and Machine Learning technologies have been reputed for their potential of providing a personalized customer experience. However, many businesses are at a loss on how to go about using or incorporating these technologies in their … Continue reading Data And Machine Learning to Personalize Customer Experience
10 Ways to Leverage Technology to Improve Customer Experience
In the financial technology (FinTech) industry, leveraging technology can significantly improve customer experience. By using artificial intelligence and machine learning, FinTech companies can personalize services and streamline transactions for individual customers. Moreover, tools like chatbots and virtual assistants can provide instant customer support, while virtual and augmented reality technologies can enhance customer education and … Continue reading 10 Ways to Leverage Technology to Improve Customer Experience
10 Books Every Founder Should Read in 2023
3rd January 2023
As a founder, it is important to constantly be learning and improving your skills. One way to do this is by reading books that can provide insight, inspiration, and practical advice. Here are ten books that every founder should consider reading: Read more about Business “The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries This book offers … Continue reading 10 Books Every Founder Should Read in 2023
10 Things That Will Make Investors Back Startups In 2023
2023 is another year for founders to either go to the drawing boards to review the progress of their startups or consolidate on existing successes as this year offers another opportunity for accessing investors’ backing. The idea is this: Nigeria’s startup ecosystem is a vibrant one and investors are looking for where to invest … Continue reading 10 Things That Will Make Investors Back Startups In 2023
Predictions For Startups in Africa in 2023
2023 is here. Experts, investors, and stakeholders in the African startup ecosystem are already predicting how the year 2023 is going to be judging from the past two years. 2022 had its ups and downs, especially in the area of funding for many startups other than FinTechs. In this article, I discuss the ten … Continue reading Predictions For Startups in Africa in 2023
Top 10 Cities in Lagos to Launch Your Business and Why
31st December 2022
Lagos is Africa’s fifth largest economy with a population of about 23 million people. It has been categorized as the city that never sleeps and has been favourably compared to other A-list cities like New York, London, Cairo, Paris and even Tokyo. Lagos is a large and diverse city with a range of opportunities … Continue reading Top 10 Cities in Lagos to Launch Your Business and Why
7 Things Businesses Need to Prepare For 2023
30th December 2022
Generally, 2022 was a rough year for both big and small businesses in Nigeria and across the world. Many events shaped the year, especially the Russian-Ukrainian war, the subsequent rise in gas prices and the fall of crypto among other events. Experts in World Bank and JP Morgan have warned that the economic outlook … Continue reading 7 Things Businesses Need to Prepare For 2023
Health and Wellness: 10 Business Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
It’s a fascinating moment to think about what types of health and wellness business opportunities are worth pursuing. According to research conducted by the Global Wellness Institute, the wellness industry is valued at $4.5 trillion and continues to grow at a spectacular rate. Read more about Business In addition to wellness is one of … Continue reading Health and Wellness: 10 Business Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
How Nigerians Should Remember the Late Pele
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known mononymously as Pelé, is dead. The Brazilian football legend and three-time World Cup winner died at age 82 on this day, the 29th of December 2022. Read more about Sports Pele had been treated for colon cancer, following surgery to remove a tumour in September 2021, and had required … Continue reading How Nigerians Should Remember the Late Pele
The British Council Nigeria Internship Program 2023/2024 for Nigerian Graduates
27th December 2022
The British Council is inviting young Nigerian graduates to apply for intern roles within it. It says that its internship program provides participants with an opportunity to gain real-world experience, acquire and sharpen valuable skills, and prepare themselves for future employment. Read more about Opportunities Persons who are accepted into the British Council’s internship … Continue reading The British Council Nigeria Internship Program 2023/2024 for Nigerian Graduates
How Can Nigeria Recover From Its Debt Crisis?
Nigeria is facing a debt crisis due to several factors, including low oil prices, economic mismanagement, and corruption. The country’s debt-to-GDP ratio has reached an unsustainable level, and the government is struggling to meet its debt obligations. In order to recover from this crisis, the Nigerian government will need to implement a combination of … Continue reading How Can Nigeria Recover From Its Debt Crisis?
10 Things Banks Are Doing That FinTechs Should Adopt
We can’t deny the fact that the banks have legacy structures that puts them ahead of many FinTechs, especially in Nigeria and beyond. For one, banks have a lot of sophisticated relationships with the government as well as regulators. Second, having been in operation much longer than FinTechs, banks have been able to earn … Continue reading 10 Things Banks Are Doing That FinTechs Should Adopt
Latest Job Vacancies In Nigeria, Fourth Week of December 2022
26th December 2022
These are some of the latest job vacancies in Nigeria for the fourth week of December 2022. Read more about Opportunities Internal Audit Supervisor, Frigoglass Industries Frigoglass wants to hire an Internal Audit Supervisor. This position involves carrying out audit investigations, conducting risk assessments, monitoring compliance with regulations, and reviewing Monthly Management Accounts, among … Continue reading Latest Job Vacancies In Nigeria, Fourth Week of December 2022
Top 10 Nigerian Startups in 2022
25th December 2022
Starting and running a tech startup in Nigeria is a Gordian task that requires the strength and tenacity of Hercules. This is why it is not surprising that Nigeria has been described as one of the most unfriendly places to business according to experts due to varying factors ranging from infrastructure to regulatory problems … Continue reading Top 10 Nigerian Startups in 2022
How To Set Up A Mobility Fintech Company in Nigeria
24th December 2022
There seems to be a thriving market opportunity for mobility fintech in Nigeria. Studies have shown that Nigeria is very underserved when it comes to access to affordable transportation. In fact, owning a car is still considered a luxury in this part of the world, whereas in the United States, Europe and Canada and … Continue reading How To Set Up A Mobility Fintech Company in Nigeria
7 Business Opportunities For Mobility Fintech In Nigeria
Nigeria like any other emerging market is full of opportunities for businesses, especially startups that are operated through technology. Moreover, the country has the strongest startup ecosystem in Africa with over 500 registered startups that are meeting the diverse needs of people ranging from finance to health to housing and retail, etc. Also, the … Continue reading 7 Business Opportunities For Mobility Fintech In Nigeria
Problems Confronting Mobility FinTech Companies in Nigeria and the Way Out
Setting up a mobility FinTech company in Nigeria is not without its challenges. These challenges are social, political, economic and even infrastructural. However, there are dozens of mobility FinTech startups in Nigeria with the two leading being Moove and Autocheck. Others include Quriee, Tour, Pickmeup and so on. Despite their presence, mobility FinTech is … Continue reading Problems Confronting Mobility FinTech Companies in Nigeria and the Way Out
Coronation Merchant Bank is Receiving Applications for its Enterprise Graduate Trainee Program
23rd December 2022
Coronation Merchant Bank is inviting smart young graduates to apply for a place in its graduate trainee program. If you would like to begin a journey into investment banking, this is an opportunity you may consider taking advantage of. Read more about Opportunities The first cohort of the Coronation Merchant Bank Enterprise Graduate Trainee … Continue reading Coronation Merchant Bank is Receiving Applications for its Enterprise Graduate Trainee Program
How To Implement A Mobile Device Management Policy For Your Business
Many companies are integrating mobile devices into their business infrastructure. They do this to reap the benefits of flexibility and greater productivity that these devices confer. Read more about Business If your organization belongs to this group, it should have a clear Mobile Device Management policy governing how employees use your business’s mobile devices. … Continue reading How To Implement A Mobile Device Management Policy For Your Business
Connect Nigeria Top 10 Persons of the Year 2022
The year 2022 has been characterized by so much news and high drama in politics, sports, music and entertainment as well as business and tech. Hence, it is that time of the year when CN compiles its top ten Persons of the Year. The choice was based on those who made a huge impact … Continue reading Connect Nigeria Top 10 Persons of the Year 2022
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