Jollof rice becomes Nigeria’s new inflation barometer
The national average cost of a pot of jollof rice in Nigeria surged to ₦27,528 as of June 2025. Bauchi recorded the highest cost at ₦41,050, a 587% increase from 2016 levels.
Nigeria’s Central Bank holds rates thrice in a row
Olayemi Cardoso maintained borrowing costs at 27.50% during the third interest rate meeting. The Central Bank's decision was influenced by a recent easing in consumer prices.
Dear remote worker, go and take your bath
The protagonist wakes up early but feels unprepared to face the day due to lack of sleep and personal hygiene. They scroll through social media, encountering discussions about tech layoffs and the pressures of remote work.
Local ride-hailing app SimpliRide launches in Nigeria with zero commission
Simpliride has officially launched its services in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. The platform operates on a subscription-based model, charging drivers a flat daily fee of ₦1500.
Cleantech takes the lead as African startups raise $469.9 million in Q1 2025
African startups raised $469.92 million in Q1 2025, a 27% increase from Q1 2024. South Africa was the top investment destination, raising $120.42 million.
