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

2314 articles published since 07 Jul 2023

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Ethiopia, Botswana top African countries with highest cost of living

Ethiopia, Botswana top African countries with highest cost of living

Industry

4 days ago

Aliko Dangote announces big changes to Nigeria's petroleum sector

Aliko Dangote announces big changes to Nigeria's petroleum sector

Industry

4 days ago

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...

Energy

4 days ago

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...

Industry

4 days ago

NERC issues new instruction to DisCos over metre refund to consumers

NERC issues new instruction to DisCos over metre refund to consumers

Industry

6 days ago

Good news as Nigeria repays content intervention fund

Good news as Nigeria repays content intervention fund

Industry

6 days ago

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

7 days ago

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

Ecobank announces major changes, names new group executive director

Ecobank announces major changes, names new group executive director

Industry

8 days ago

Ayo Adepoju has been appointed Group Executive Director at Ecobank Transnational, bringing over 20 years of leadership expertise to drive the Group’s growth.

Port Harcourt refinery sends warning to employees as rehabilitation process commences

Port Harcourt refinery sends warning to employees as rehabilitation process commences

Industry

8 days ago

Port Harcourt Refinery has officially begun its restoration work, with strict instructions for employees to avoid media interactions during the maintenance phase.

NUPRC clarifies oil block license process, denies allegations of mismanagement

NUPRC clarifies oil block license process, denies allegations of mismanagement

Energy

8 days ago

The NUPRC has refuted claims of irregularities in the 2024 Oil Block Licensing Round, emphasizing the transparency and compliance of the process.

Dangote says Nigeria is highest cement exporter in Africa

Dangote says Nigeria is highest cement exporter in Africa

Industry

8 days ago

Dangote outlines Nigeria's shift from a cement importer to Africa's leading exporter, highlighting successes in sectors like fertilizer, petroleum, and healthcare.

Nigerians fear blackout as electricity workers set to strike over unmet demand

Nigerians fear blackout as electricity workers set to strike over unmet demand

Industry

8 days ago

Electricity workers in Abuja plan to strike due to AEDC's failure to address key labor issues, including unpaid pensions, wages, and poor working conditions.

Nigeria’s presidency spends over N23 billion on foreign currency for international trips

Nigeria’s presidency spends over N23 billion on foreign currency for international trips

Industry

9 days ago

In 2024, Nigeria's Presidency spent over N23 billion on foreign currency for official trips, reflecting a 23% increase amid economic challenges and a weakened naira.

No more N1,600/$: CBN governor Cardoso speaks as naira hits two-month high

No more N1,600/$: CBN governor Cardoso speaks as naira hits two-month high

Industry

9 days ago

The naira reaches a two-month high against the dollar, with the CBN's reforms driving stability and boosting Nigeria's foreign exchange reserves.

Billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu invests $65 million into big project

Billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu invests $65 million into big project

Industry

9 days ago

BUA Group commits over $65 million to rebuild Terminal B of the Rivers Port Complex, boosting Nigeria's infrastructure and economic growth under Abdul Samad Rabiu's.

Zainab Iwayemi