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

2510 articles published since 07 Jul 2023

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Report says Nigeria spends billions of naira on electricity every year

Report says Nigeria spends billions of naira on electricity every year

Industry

16 days ago

Electricity regulator may take over DisCos over liquidity crises

Electricity regulator may take over DisCos over liquidity crises

Industry

16 days ago

Tax act 2025: Nigeria introduces rent relief to benefit low-income taxpayers

Tax act 2025: Nigeria introduces rent relief to benefit low-income taxpayers

Industry

16 days ago

FG launches facilities to get cheaper fuel as Dangote, other depots change price

FG launches facilities to get cheaper fuel as Dangote, other depots change price

Energy

16 days ago

Dangote gives solution as FG plans to build Bamboo houses for Nigerians

Dangote gives solution as FG plans to build Bamboo houses for Nigerians

Industry

16 days ago

Marketers warn of Dangote’s monopoly in oil industry ahead of fuel distribution plans

Marketers warn of Dangote’s monopoly in oil industry ahead of fuel distribution plans

Energy

16 days ago

The Richest Africans in 2025: Dangote leads, others follow on new billionaire list

The Richest Africans in 2025: Dangote leads, others follow on new billionaire list

Energy

17 days ago

Discover how African billionaires like Abdul Samad Rabiu and Johann Rupert are seeing significant wealth gains in 2025, driven by diverse industries such as food.

Dangote Cement set to open new plant, names location

Dangote Cement set to open new plant, names location

Industry

17 days ago

Dangote Cement plans to expand its African presence with a new 3 million-ton factory in Côte d'Ivoire, boosting exports and strengthening its market leadership.

Marketers slam NNPC's decision, calls for privatization of Port Harcourt refinery

Marketers slam NNPC's decision, calls for privatization of Port Harcourt refinery

Industry

17 days ago

Maketers criticize NNPC's decision to retain the Port Harcourt Refinery and calls for its privatization to boost efficiency, transparency, and economic growth.

After Innoson, FG shows support for another electric vehicle manufacturing company

After Innoson, FG shows support for another electric vehicle manufacturing company

Industry

17 days ago

Saglev Electromobility Company highlights its role in Nigeria's automotive industry with a focus on local manufacturing, green industrialization, and the transition.

First HoldCo reports 18% earnings growth, reaches N1.65 trillion in H1 2025

First HoldCo reports 18% earnings growth, reaches N1.65 trillion in H1 2025

Industry

18 days ago

First HoldCo parent company of First Bank of Nigeria, reports N1.65 trillion in gross earnings for H1 2025, marking an 18% increase despite higher impairment costs.

Coca-Cola sells CHI limited to UAC of Nigeria in landmark deal

Coca-Cola sells CHI limited to UAC of Nigeria in landmark deal

Industry

18 days ago

UAC of Nigeria has acquired Coca-Cola's CHI Limited, owner of Hollandia and Chivita, in a strategic move to expand its position in Nigeria's consumer goods market.

FG approves N500 billion for solar infrastructure in Nigeria

FG approves N500 billion for solar infrastructure in Nigeria

Industry

18 days ago

REA announces a N500 billion fund to drive solar energy projects in Nigeria, with clean energy set to power prisons and agricultural areas nationwide.

Full list of companies owned by Kunle Soname, Founder of Bet9ja

Full list of companies owned by Kunle Soname, Founder of Bet9ja

Industry

18 days ago

Explore Kunle Soname's diverse business empire, from revolutionizing sports betting with Bet9ja to owning airlines, football clubs, and more in Nigeria.

GTB, others Nigerian banks resume payment of foreign tuition fees from naira accounts

GTB, others Nigerian banks resume payment of foreign tuition fees from naira accounts

Industry

19 days ago

Banks are now processing foreign tuition fees directly from naira accounts through the CBN's Form A portal, making payments for international education easier.

Zainab Iwayemi