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Folake Balogun

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As seen in: BusinessDay Nigeria, EIN News, WeAreTheCity, The International Center for Investigative Reporting (ICIR)
Covers:  Technology, Fintechs, Startups, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging markets
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Folake is a content writer driving compelling narratives through her storytelling skills. She has garnered proficiency in storytelling to produce articles that resonate well with readers.

She is well-positioned to bring creative ideas to media and communications. Folake is also a great writer who enjoys what she is doing, as she is open to a lifetime of continuous learning.

Folake has leveraged research, networking, and staying abreast with industry trends.

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Here are 10 key breakthrough technologies of 2025 - Businessday NG

Here are 10 key breakthrough technologies of 2025 - Businessday NG

Every year, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Technology Review compiles its list of breakthrough t…

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From MMM to CBEX: The chronicles of Nigerians' Ponzi relationship - Businessday NG

From MMM to CBEX: The chronicles of Nigerians' Ponzi relationship - Businessday NG

Here are some Ponzi schemes that Nigerians have fallen victim to: Mavrodi Mundial Moneybox (MMM), Ultimate Cy…

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Temu, PricePally entrant into Nigerian e-commerce shows consumers' preference - Businessday NG

Temu, PricePally entrant into Nigerian e-commerce shows consumers' preference - Businessday NG

Temu and Pricepally are case studies of entrants in the Nigerian e-commerce market who are making waves in th…

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Consumer firms' rising raw material costs make case for local sourcing - Businessday NG

Consumer firms' rising raw material costs make case for local sourcing - Businessday NG

Nigerian consumer goods firms are in dire need of a turnaround in sourcing raw materials as costs of items ne…

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How efficient policies can drive Nigerian MSMEs - Businessday NG

How efficient policies can drive Nigerian MSMEs - Businessday NG

Nigeria's small and medium-sized enterprises (SME), which should be a major contributor to its economic growt…

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FG rules out new taxes on telecom services, petroleum products

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By Folake Balogun Verified
| BusinessDay Nigeria Verified
The Federal Government has dismissed reports suggesting that it is planning to introduce new taxes on telecommunications services and petroleum products, saying no such policy is currently under consideration. The clarification followed public concerns and interpretations of recent discussions around Nigeria’s tax reforms and recommendations contained in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV Consultation Report.
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Nigeria’s Afrobeats boom at risk without industry reform, experts warn

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By Folake Balogun Verified
| BusinessDay Nigeria Verified
Nigeria’s booming Afrobeats industry risks losing the economic value of its global success unless the country fixes deep structural problems around ownership, contracts, education and royalties, industry experts have warned.
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Nigeria’s creative economy needs stronger local markets, data to monitise global creative influence

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By Folake Balogun Verified
| BusinessDay Nigeria Verified
Experts have identified stronger local market confidence, reliable data, and strategic investment in creative infrastructure as the critical elements required to unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s creative economy. Sam Onyemelukwe, Trace Anglophone West Africa managing director, speaking at BusinessDay’s Creative Entertainment Summit 2026, stated that the primary challenge facing the sector remains the purchasing power of the domestic economy.
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