We all crave a level of certainty and predictability in our lives. This period with the coronavirus pandemic can have an effect on your personal finances. These clearly are uncertain times and it is easy to become anxious. We cannot be in control of everything that happens around us, but what we can and should…
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Gaining Financial Equality – International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8th around the world, seeks to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It also acts as a catalyst for change when it comes to gender equality. The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day is “Each for Equal”. While the general equality for women is making…
How To Profitably Merge Your Worldly Goods
Whether you are in a serious relationship, are formally engaged, or married, money is an essential part of our everyday lives and is a topic that should be discussed regularly. It is also a major cause of stress in relationships; particularly marriage, where it takes on an even greater significance not just for the couple,…
Help! I Lost My Job
Whether we call it restructuring, downsizing, rightsizing, retrenchment, being laid off or just plain being fired, losing one’s job ranks as one of life’s most challenging events; these include the loss of a loved one, divorce or serious illness. In January, thousands of Nigerians woke up with the news that they had lost their jobs.…
Passive Income: A Pathway to Financial Independence
Recently there has been talks of “financial independence”. What does this mean to you? Most people live in the cycle of active income, which ties their time to their income; the salary you get from the work you do is as a direct result of your efforts at work. Active income can be earned only…
Financial Goals For 2020
Have you ever accomplished anything big with your money or are you waiting until you have enough? The hard truth is that there is rarely enough to accomplish a big goal right from the start; it takes time, consistency, discipline and focus. Don’t have too many financial goals or you may never achieve them. So, what…
Money Moves To Make Before 2020
As 2019 gradually comes to an end in barely two weeks, thereby ushering in the start of a new decade, do find some time to get some clarity around your personal finances. Of course, with the spending frenzy, all the parties and activities, it is easy to put aside such a mundane task till next…
The World is Going Cashless: How Ready are You?
The world is going cashless whether you are ready or not. All the signs are towards encouraging everyone to go cash-free. Increasingly, these initiatives will impact everyone. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) cashless policy commenced on January 1, 2012 in a phased approach that featured Lagos as the pilot state. In a circular, dated September…
Do You Know The Importance Of Cyber Security On Personal Finance
Are you aware of the threats and cyber risks that you face as an individual in your personal finances?
Do Wives Need Permission to Spend Their Income?
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