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Bolanle Ahmed

Bolanle Ahmed is News Reporter for AfriWallStreet, based in Nigeria. She writes breaking news, analysis and features – with a focus on the Nigeria and Africa.

From Abuja to the World: The Founder Turning African Hustle Into Global Business Power

"Africa doesn't need aid. It needs a street where African money circulates in Africa, builds African businesses, and employs African youth. That's AfriWallStreet."

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Top 10 Nigerian Business Summits in 2026 - Upcoming Dates in Lagos & Abuja

Looking for Nigerian business summits in 2026? Here are top 10 must-attend business summits in Lagos, Abuja & Port Harcourt with dates, venues and how to register.

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US Visa Nigeria: All Applications Now Through Lagos Consulate General

Nigerians seeking U.S. visas will now have to process their applications through the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos from August 1, 2026, following the transfer of routine visa services

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How to Choose the Best Professional and Business Platform in Africa in 2026

The most successful entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals in Africa today have one thing in common: they are not everywhere. They are in the right communities — where their visibility turns into customers, their network turns into funding, and their profile turns into credibility.

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Top Professional and Business Platforms Driving Africa's Digital Economy

From established global networks like LinkedIn to Africa-focused ecosystems such as VC4A and emerging platforms like AfriWallStreet, these platforms are helping shape a more connected and competitive business landscape for the continent.

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Paystack Launches Small Business Launchpad

Paystack, one of Africa’s leading payments technology companies, has launched Small Business Launchpad, a four-week growth programme for active Paystack merchants running small and medium-sized businesses in Nigeria.

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AfriWallStreet Backs Peter Obi's Plan to Transform Nigeria's Economy from Consumption to Production

AfriWallStreet will continue to use its platform to champion production, advocate for pro-MSME policies, and showcase proof that Nigeria can indeed move from consumption to production

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Every Thriving Economy is Built on Production, Innovation, and Enterprise

AfriWallStreet believes that Nigeria's youthful population presents a significant opportunity to become a leading manufacturing, technology, and innovation hub in Africa if supported with the right policies and business environment.

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Peter Obi Outlines Plan to Transform Nigeria from Consumption to Production Economy

The Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has outlined plans to transform Nigeria from what he described as a consumption-based economy to a production-driven one if elected president.

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4 Must-Read Books for Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders in 2026

“The Entrepreneur’s Lighthouse builds your foundation. The AI Advantage gives you your market moves. Together, they are the complete library for the African entrepreneur.”

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery Completes a Record $2.5 Billion Private Equity Raise

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has completed a record US$2.5 billion private equity raise as it accelerates plans to expand refining and petrochemical capacity

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Nigeria's E-Invoicing Compliance Monitoring Has Commenced

The Nigeria Revenue Service wishes to inform all Large Taxpayers under the National E-Invoicing and Electronic Fiscal System (EFS) Regime that compliance monitoring is now in effect.

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