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

2531 articles published since 07 Jul 2023

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Sterling Bank invests over N2 billion in scholarships for Nigerian students

Sterling Bank invests over N2 billion in scholarships for Nigerian students

Industry

2 months ago

China to remove tariff on imported goods from Nigeria, 52 other countries

China to remove tariff on imported goods from Nigeria, 52 other countries

Industry

2 months ago

Naira depreciation from N500/$ affects dollar value of Nigerian banks’ capital

Naira depreciation from N500/$ affects dollar value of Nigerian banks’ capital

Industry

2 months ago

Petrol imported into Nigeria drops as dealers announce new fuel price

Petrol imported into Nigeria drops as dealers announce new fuel price

Industry

2 months ago

Nigeria set to revive steel industry, partners Chinese steel company for Ajaokuta revitalisation

Nigeria set to revive steel industry, partners Chinese steel company for Ajaokuta revitalisation

Industry

2 months ago

Groups speak on selling Port Harcourt, Warri refineries after $2.4 billion spent on renovation

Groups speak on selling Port Harcourt, Warri refineries after $2.4 billion spent on renovation

Industry

2 months ago

FG denies reports of final decision on NNPCL crude oil sale as depot owners hike petrol price

FG denies reports of final decision on NNPCL crude oil sale as depot owners hike petrol price

Energy

2 months ago

FG denied speculation about the NNPCL crude oil sale, while successfully mediating a dispute between SEEPCO and PENGASSAN over anti-labour practices.

CBN finally speaks on extension of BDC recapitalisation deadline

CBN finally speaks on extension of BDC recapitalisation deadline

Money

2 months ago

The CBN has refuted rumors of extending the Bureau De Change recapitalization deadline to December 2025, confirming that the deadline remains June 2025.

Court gives order after senate tells FG to stop sales of Larfarge Cement

Court gives order after senate tells FG to stop sales of Larfarge Cement

Industry

2 months ago

A Lagos court has ordered all parties in the Lafarge Africa sale dispute to maintain the status quo while an appeal is heard, with the case adjourned to October 9.

State announces discount for Lagos, Abuja flight as airport begins commercial operations

State announces discount for Lagos, Abuja flight as airport begins commercial operations

Industry

2 months ago

Ebonyi State's Chuba Okadigbo Airport begins commercial flights to Abuja and Lagos, offering affordable fares and boosting the state's economic growth.

Regulator orders immediate cessation of unlicensed electricity activities in Lagos

Regulator orders immediate cessation of unlicensed electricity activities in Lagos

Energy

2 months ago

LASERC has issued a new order to regulate the Lagos State energy market, mandating immediate license compliance and imposing penalties for unlicensed operators.

Ethiopia, Botswana top African countries with highest cost of living

Ethiopia, Botswana top African countries with highest cost of living

Industry

2 months ago

Explore the rising cost of living in Africa, its economic impact on households and businesses, and the growing challenges of poverty and inequality.

NNPC warns investors against scammers as it announces plan to sell company’s shares

NNPC warns investors against scammers as it announces plan to sell company’s shares

Energy

2 months ago

NNPCL warns foreign businesses and investors about scammers posing as the company, urging caution and reporting of fraudulent activities to the corporation.

Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga set for big move as he meets Ghanaian president

Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga set for big move as he meets Ghanaian president

Industry

2 months ago

Ghanaian President John Mahama met Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga in Accra for a private discussion, highlighting ongoing collaboration in key industries.

Full list of Tokumbo cars that sell for up to N5 million

Full list of Tokumbo cars that sell for up to N5 million

Industry

2 months ago

Discover ten reliable tokunbo cars priced between N3 and N5 million, offering affordability, dependability, and easy maintenance for Nigerian drivers.

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