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

1662 articles published since 07 Jul 2023

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UBA announces 40% growth in gross earnings for 6 months

UBA announces 40% growth in gross earnings for 6 months

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Nigeria at 64: Tinubu-led administration attracts over $30 billion in foreign direct investment

Nigeria at 64: Tinubu-led administration attracts over $30 billion in foreign di...

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Elon Musk’s company readjusts Starlink price in Nigeria, new fee triggers concern

Elon Musk’s company readjusts Starlink price in Nigeria, new fee triggers concer...

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FG set to withdraw licence of dormant oil wells in Nigeria

FG set to withdraw licence of dormant oil wells in Nigeria

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NNPC speaks on increasing oil production as Nigeria unveils new crude oil grade

NNPC speaks on increasing oil production as Nigeria unveils new crude oil grade

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NNPC announces date to begin supplying crude to Dangote in naira

NNPC announces date to begin supplying crude to Dangote in naira

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Transport fare finally set to crash as FG unveils new plan for CNG bus

Transport fare finally set to crash as FG unveils new plan for CNG bus

On Friday, the Nigerian Federal Government presented a proposal to upgrade compressed natural gas infrastructure and save transportation expenses by almost 40%.

Report: Nigerians accumulate debt, spend savings amid economic hardship

Report: Nigerians accumulate debt, spend savings amid economic hardship

Survey conducted to assess consumer expectations showed that the overall consumer perception in July 2024 was negative due to the prospect of depleting savings.

After Akwa Ibom, another state moves to operate commercial airline, compete with Air Peace, others

After Akwa Ibom, another state moves to operate commercial airline, compete with Air Peace, others

The Bayelsa State Government has announced its intention to purchase a commercial aircraft to facilitate the operation of the Bayelsa International Airport.

After Obi Cubana, another company launches CNG-powered bus

After Obi Cubana, another company launches CNG-powered bus

Road transport operators now have a practical and sustainable option with CFAO Equipment Nigeria's CNG bus, introduced to grow the demand for alternative fuels.

AMCON in search of investors to buy Nigerian electricity company

AMCON in search of investors to buy Nigerian electricity company

The Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria said the only way the Ibadan Electricity DisCo can become more effective is if it is sold to an investor.

Nigerian police, military, other agencies owing N144bn electricity debt in Nigeria

Nigerian police, military, other agencies owing N144bn electricity debt in Nigeria

According to the acting managing director of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company, departments, agencies, and ministries owe N144 billion electricity debt.

Naira declines by 8.2% amid dollar shortage despite CBN’s policy decision

Naira declines by 8.2% amid dollar shortage despite CBN’s policy decision

The value of the Nigerian naira resumed its declining trend on Wednesday, September 25, according to data compiled by Bloomberg from FMDQ website.

Nigerian fintech shuts down virtual card as new naira rate worries Nigerians

Nigerian fintech shuts down virtual card as new naira rate worries Nigerians

In an email to users, Risevest explained that the suspension was caused by problems with the card issuers, erratic exchange rates, and delays in issue resolution.

Good news as consumers gets refund for overcharges from electricity companies

Good news as consumers gets refund for overcharges from electricity companies

Postpaid customers who were inadvertently overcharged between January and September 2023 have received N13 billion in refunds from Jos Electricity Distribution Plc.

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