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

2516 articles published since 07 Jul 2023

Author's articles

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

19 days ago

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

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

Industry

19 days ago

First HoldCo reports 18% earnings growth, reaches N1.65 trillion in H1 2025

First HoldCo reports 18% earnings growth, reaches N1.65 trillion in H1 2025

Industry

19 days ago

Coca-Cola sells CHI limited to UAC of Nigeria in landmark deal

Coca-Cola sells CHI limited to UAC of Nigeria in landmark deal

Industry

19 days ago

FG approves N500 billion for solar infrastructure in Nigeria

FG approves N500 billion for solar infrastructure in Nigeria

Industry

19 days ago

Full list of companies owned by Kunle Soname, Founder of Bet9ja

Full list of companies owned by Kunle Soname, Founder of Bet9ja

Industry

19 days ago

GTB, others Nigerian banks resume payment of foreign tuition fees from naira accounts

GTB, others Nigerian banks resume payment of foreign tuition fees from naira accounts

Industry

20 days ago

Banks are now processing foreign tuition fees directly from naira accounts through the CBN's Form A portal, making payments for international education easier.

Digitvant MFB charts bold path to financial inclusion, empowers over 50,000 entrepreneurs

Digitvant MFB charts bold path to financial inclusion, empowers over 50,000 entrepreneurs

Industry

21 days ago

Digitvant MFB has reiterated its commitment to building a people-first, technology-enabled financial institution designed to serve the needs of everyday Nigerians.

Travel agents react to dollar charges by airlines in Nigeria

Travel agents react to dollar charges by airlines in Nigeria

Industry

21 days ago

Nigerian travel agents protest airlines selling tickets in US dollars, urging the government to require naira transactions and address the impact on travel market.

“$170 for international trip”: NCAA orders airlines to reward passengers for leaving their baggage behind

“$170 for international trip”: NCAA orders airlines to reward passengers for leaving their baggage behind

Industry

21 days ago

NCAA has mandated airlines to fully comply with the First Need reimbursement policy, ensuring passengers are compensated for short-landed baggage.

Dangote Cement’s net income quadruples to N309 billion, surpasses market expectations

Dangote Cement’s net income quadruples to N309 billion, surpasses market expectations

Industry

21 days ago

Dangote Cement's profit surged to a record $202 million, driven by stable currency, rising material costs, and increased domestic demand according to report.

NIMC denies involvement in selling personal data to fintech companies

NIMC denies involvement in selling personal data to fintech companies

Industry

21 days ago

NIMC denies involvement in the sale of personal data, clarifying its stance on the fraudulent sale of NIN and BVN information to Fintech companies.

African country announces visa-free policy for Nigeria, others

African country announces visa-free policy for Nigeria, others

Industry

21 days ago

ChatGPT said: Kenya has launched a visa-free policy for all African nations to boost tourism, trade, and Pan-African unity but excluding Libya and Somalia.

DisCos announce power outage due to planned maintenance, names affected location

DisCos announce power outage due to planned maintenance, names affected location

Industry

21 days ago

Ogun State customers may face power outages from July 28 to August 21 due to planned maintenance by the Transmission Company of Nigeria, with some areas exempt.

EFCC alerts Nigerians on new fraudulent promo scheme used to steal money, data

EFCC alerts Nigerians on new fraudulent promo scheme used to steal money, data

Industry

22 days ago

The EFCC warns Nigerians about a new scam involving bargain-ticket promotions used by fraudsters to steal personal data and launder money through cryptocurrency.

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