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

2529 articles published since 07 Jul 2023

Author's articles

Border closure, 5 other economic events that shaped Buhari’s regime

Border closure, 5 other economic events that shaped Buhari’s regime

Industry

a month ago

Analysts raise concern as dollar inflow into Nigeria declines

Analysts raise concern as dollar inflow into Nigeria declines

Money

a month ago

Dangote plans to build Nigeria’s largest seaport in Ogun state to boost exports

Dangote plans to build Nigeria’s largest seaport in Ogun state to boost exports

Energy

a month ago

CBN advises Nigerians on ways to deal with fraudulent financial dealings, reports scammers

CBN advises Nigerians on ways to deal with fraudulent financial dealings, reports scammers

Industry

a month ago

Company announces plan to build another refinery, compete with Dangote

Company announces plan to build another refinery, compete with Dangote

Energy

a month ago

Dangote announces plan to slash petrol price further as experts predict new cost

Dangote announces plan to slash petrol price further as experts predict new cost

Industry

a month ago

Experts advise NNPC on things to do before selling PH, Warri, other refineries

Experts advise NNPC on things to do before selling PH, Warri, other refineries

Industry

a month ago

Experts urge NNPC to strategically evaluate the sale of its refineries, warning against hasty decisions that could jeopardise Nigeria’s energy security.

“Apply with link”: UBA announces job opportunity with attractive salary across Africa

“Apply with link”: UBA announces job opportunity with attractive salary across Africa

Industry

a month ago

Explore exciting opportunities at UBA for young graduates, with pathways for growth, professional development, and a chance to lead in Africa's financial sector.

Nigerian billionaire makes huge donation, offers building to commission

Nigerian billionaire makes huge donation, offers building to commission

Industry

a month ago

BUA Group donated a fully furnished building in Kano to serve as the interim headquarters of the North-West Development Commission, supporting regional growth.

Marketers set to announce new petrol price on Monday after Dangote crashes cost

Marketers set to announce new petrol price on Monday after Dangote crashes cost

Energy

a month ago

IPMAN plans to reduce petrol prices nationwide starting Monday, following a price cut by Dangote Refinery, offering relief to Nigerians facing rising living costs.

Canada increases minimum proof of funds for Nigerians, others, gives implementation date

Canada increases minimum proof of funds for Nigerians, others, gives implementation date

Industry

a month ago

IRCC has increased the minimum settlement funds required for Express Entry applicants, effective July 2025, to ensure financial stability upon arrival in Canada.

Traders share new cost of cooking gas as price crashes in Lagos, Abuja

Traders share new cost of cooking gas as price crashes in Lagos, Abuja

Industry

a month ago

The price of cooking gas has significantly decreased, with consumers reporting lower costs at filling stations, now averaging N1,200 per kilogram.

Ghana, Morocco, Tanzania lead electric vehicle adoption in Africa, Nigeria missing

Ghana, Morocco, Tanzania lead electric vehicle adoption in Africa, Nigeria missing

Industry

a month ago

Electric Vehicles are gaining traction, driven by policies, incentives, and growing infrastructure, offering a cleaner and cost-effective transport solution.

NNPC finally reacts to report that Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna Refineries may never work again

NNPC finally reacts to report that Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna Refineries may never work again

Industry

a month ago

NNPC CEO Bayo Ojulari discusses the challenges in repairing Nigeria’s refineries, the ongoing strategic review, and the rising costs of crude oil production.

US introduces visa integrity fee on Nigerians, others after Trump threatens tariff

US introduces visa integrity fee on Nigerians, others after Trump threatens tariff

Industry

a month ago

Starting in 2025, a new $250 Visa Integrity Fee will be imposed on most U.S. non-immigrant visas, aiming to enhance compliance and increase costs for applicants.

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