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Strategy is an expedient tool for organisational growth. A great and brilliant strategy can give an organisation an edge over its competitors; however, it requires a solid and thorough implementation to sustain such an advantage. There has been much ambiguity regarding how strategy is implemented in organisations. Most of the questions on how to implement…

Organisational outcomes and employee productivity are enhanced when workers derive maximum satisfaction from their jobs. Employee behaviour patterns such as lateness to work, absenteeism, conflict at work, and even an intention to leave an organisation are significantly influenced by job satisfaction or the lack of it. This leads to the question: Does employee perception of…

China is gradually becoming the most attractive source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa. According to a Washington Post publication dated January 7, 2018, China’s FDI to Africa between 2000-2014 was $30 billion with an average of $2 billion flow each year. In a recent gathering of African leaders, China promised to make an…

 The role trust plays in the drive for an inclusive financial services ecosystem can't be overemphasised. The recent developments in the banking sector have elevated the need to revisit the topic, this time drawing our insights from the body of evidence available. Trust means being confident that a person or an institution will deliver on…

The path to breaking the vicious circle of poverty continued on Day 2 of the Nigerian Economic Summit held at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja on Tuesday. Participants at the summit had the opportunity to continue discussions centered on fast-tracking the development of the country. The breakfast sessions had various topics centered on Breaking the Financial…

As the World Poverty Clock ticks away in the race to end poverty globally by 2030, Nigeria is turning the clock backward by pushing six persons into extreme poverty every minute.

At risk of sounding repetitive, Nigeria is now the official poverty capital of the world. Official according to the world poverty clock although the government is still waiting for official confirmation from our statisticians to know for sure. This poverty is expected to continue for a while as many are projecting that sub-Saharan Africa in…

Again, the President of Dangote Group of Companies, Aliko Dangote, has been recognized for his love for humanity- desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.

For most parts of northern Nigeria, the sight of Wanzami (local barbers) does not convey any special interest. For ages, they are known professionals that specialise in herbal medicine treating people’s infections and diseases and more prominently conducting circumcision both for children, and women (women genital circumcision). It is an artisanal skill is as old…

Just like many newly weds, Kate Okoye got married in 2010 and had high hopes of getting pregnant immediately as the society demands.

A Corps member in any part of the country in their iconic uniform – khaki jacket, cap and combat pants paired with orange jungle boots...

A corps member in any part of the country in their iconic uniform – khaki jacket, cap and combat pants paired with orange jungle boots – is one of the most recognizable Nigerian after personnel of security agencies. Even in the most remote villages, one is sure to see long-faced ‘corpers’ mentally counting the months…