Zainab Iwayemi

Education: Bachelor of Science, Sociology, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria (2015-2019) Google News Initiative (GNI) News Lab: Advanced digital reporting 2024.

Experience: Business Journalist at Business A.M. (2020-2021), Media Content Analyst, Nairametrics (2021-2023), Fact Checker, Roundcheck (2020-2021)

Awards: Reporter of the year (2018), Award of Outstanding Performance UCJTV (2019), Director of Mobilization (2019), Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ilorin

Zainab Iwayemi is a business journalist with over 5 years experience reporting activities in the stock market, tech, insurance, banking, and oil and gas sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Science (B.sc) degree in Sociology from the University of Ilorin, Kwara State. Before Legit.ng, she worked as a financial analyst at Nairametrics where she was rewarded for outstanding performance. She can be reached via zainab.iwayemi@corp.legit.ng

2514 articles published since 07 Jul 2023

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Shoprite announces sale of businessin Ghana, Malawi as inflation, FX plagues Nigerian operation

Shoprite announces sale of businessin Ghana, Malawi as inflation, FX plagues Nigerian operation

Industry

12 days ago

Femi Otedola’s billion-dollar loss: The real story behind his financial crisis

Femi Otedola’s billion-dollar loss: The real story behind his financial crisis

Industry

12 days ago

WhatsApp shuts down 6.8 million accounts linked to fraudulent activities

WhatsApp shuts down 6.8 million accounts linked to fraudulent activities

Industry

12 days ago

Report: Nigeria's $180 air travel taxes among the highest in Africa

Report: Nigeria's $180 air travel taxes among the highest in Africa

Industry

15 days ago

PwC warns against immediate solar panel import ban, urges phased strategy

PwC warns against immediate solar panel import ban, urges phased strategy

Industry

15 days ago

Report says Nigeria spends billions of naira on electricity every year

Report says Nigeria spends billions of naira on electricity every year

Industry

17 days ago

Electricity regulator may take over DisCos over liquidity crises

Electricity regulator may take over DisCos over liquidity crises

Industry

17 days ago

The primary cause of the problem, for electricity DisCos, is the inability to accurately measure and collect income, which exacerbates the liquidity crisis.

Tax act 2025: Nigeria introduces rent relief to benefit low-income taxpayers

Tax act 2025: Nigeria introduces rent relief to benefit low-income taxpayers

Industry

17 days ago

The newly passed Tax Act in Nigeria replaces the relief allowance with a rent-based deduction mechanism, allowing tenants to claim rent relief of up to N500,000

FG launches facilities to get cheaper fuel as Dangote, other depots change price

FG launches facilities to get cheaper fuel as Dangote, other depots change price

Energy

17 days ago

Nigeria is expanding its CNG conversion facilities nationwide to promote cleaner energy, reduce emissions, and support the country’s energy transition goals.

Dangote gives solution as FG plans to build Bamboo houses for Nigerians

Dangote gives solution as FG plans to build Bamboo houses for Nigerians

Industry

17 days ago

Dangote Cement urges collaboration for affordable mass housing solutions in Nigeria, while expanding its export operations and focusing on long-term value generation

Marketers warn of Dangote’s monopoly in oil industry ahead of fuel distribution plans

Marketers warn of Dangote’s monopoly in oil industry ahead of fuel distribution plans

Energy

17 days ago

NOGASA and PETROAN warn that Dangote Refinery's control over fuel distribution could lead to shortages, job losses, and the collapse of small businesses.

The Richest Africans in 2025: Dangote leads, others follow on new billionaire list

The Richest Africans in 2025: Dangote leads, others follow on new billionaire list

Energy

18 days ago

Discover how African billionaires like Abdul Samad Rabiu and Johann Rupert are seeing significant wealth gains in 2025, driven by diverse industries such as food.

Dangote Cement set to open new plant, names location

Dangote Cement set to open new plant, names location

Industry

18 days ago

Dangote Cement plans to expand its African presence with a new 3 million-ton factory in Côte d'Ivoire, boosting exports and strengthening its market leadership.

Marketers slam NNPC's decision, calls for privatization of Port Harcourt refinery

Marketers slam NNPC's decision, calls for privatization of Port Harcourt refinery

Industry

18 days ago

Maketers criticize NNPC's decision to retain the Port Harcourt Refinery and calls for its privatization to boost efficiency, transparency, and economic growth.

After Innoson, FG shows support for another electric vehicle manufacturing company

After Innoson, FG shows support for another electric vehicle manufacturing company

Industry

18 days ago

Saglev Electromobility Company highlights its role in Nigeria's automotive industry with a focus on local manufacturing, green industrialization, and the transition.

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