Financial literacy
26 Nov
Renowned Nigerian economist and wealth creator, Grace Ofure Ibhakhomu, has said that financial and career literacy are essential ingredients for youth empowerment to drive Nigeria's economic development. In a presentation titled: 'Power of Youth Empowerment in Nigeria: A Call for Financial and Career Literacy', Grace Ofure Ibhakhomu said the future of the country lies in the…
7 Nov
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq celebrated the rising financial literacy among Kwara State’s youth as Government Day Secondary School (GDSS) Gaa Akanbi emerged the overall champion at the Kwara State Tax Club Quiz Competition 2024. The winning school received a cash prize of N2.5 million and a trophy, while its representatives were awarded N400,000 each, recognising their…
26 Oct
Stakeholders have emphasised the need for financial independence, literacy and mastery as tools for women growth.
18 Oct
In celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, Keystone Bank Limited, in partnership with the Abia State Government, last week empowered over 1,130 underprivileged girls across 17 local government areas of Abia State on menstrual hygiene and financial literacy. The initiative, according to Keystone Bank, is part of its Corporate Social Responsibility "Let’s…
3 Sep
In a world where the global finance and management technology services market is rapidly evolving, the need for specialised skills and knowledge has become paramount. Responding to this need, Fola Financial LLC, an American-based company renowned for its comprehensive financial services, has partnered with Stanchion TM Consults NG, a Nigerian firm celebrated for its innovative,…
2 May
Women, the pillars of our society, are resilient and determined as they play essential roles in nurturing families and leading businesses. Despite facing challenges like limited financial resources and unequal opportunities, they persist, inspiring generations and driving positive change. In honour of this year’s Women's History Month, Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF), in collaboration with…
19 Apr
Financial mastery serves as the bedrock for building wealth and stability for individuals. It involves a strategic approach to making logical decisions to optimise one’s resources, manage expenses, and ultimately, achieve financial goals. Every decision made within such parameters counts, from creating comprehensive budgets that align with income and expenses to sticking to savings rituals…
18 Apr
If there’s one thing I wish I had been taught as a teenager in school, it’s financial literacy. From conversations I’ve had with my friends and even random people online, it’s obvious that most of us youngins in our 20s lack a clear understanding of money management. Even worse, knowing and thriving on that concept…
6 Mar
gomoney Inc, one of Nigeria's most innovative neo banks, proudly announces its latest venture with Table Talk, a renowned social community to introduce ‘goPlay Cards’ - an innovative financial deck of cards exclusively available on gomoney's marketplace. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the way people engage in financial discussions, making awkward conversations enjoyable while promoting…
4 Feb
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has announced the release of the latest edition of the NGX StockTown, a unique comic book designed to promote financial literacy among Nigerian youths. According to the exchange, the NGX StockTown is the realisation of a long-held passionate idea by the exchange to empower individuals across all levels to make…
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