What Is NIDF? How Nigerians Quietly Earn Steady Income from Infrastructure Investments

Nigerian Infrastructure Debt Fund

This is not crypto.This is not betting.And it’s definitely not a get-rich-quick scheme. This is how many disciplined Nigerians quietly build wealth and steady income—without noise, hype, or speculation. It’s called NIDF. Let’s break it down in plain language. What Is NIDF? NIDF stands for Nigerian Infrastructure Debt Fund. It was created in 2017 by … Read more

7.5% VAT on Bank Transfers in Nigeria: What It Really Means (And Why You Shouldn’t Panic)

Over the past few days, headlines about a “7.5% VAT on bank transfers and USSD transactions” have caused serious panic across Nigeria. Many people believe that from January 19, the government will start taking 7.5% of every transfer they make — whether through mobile banking apps, USSD codes, or fintech platforms like OPay, Kuda, Moniepoint, … Read more

Nigeria’s Terra Industries Raises $11.75 Million From U.S. Investors in Rare Defense-Tech Bet

terra

Terra Industries, a defense-technology startup based in Abuja, Nigeria, has raised $11.75 million from U.S. investors — drawing backing from Silicon Valley funds and data analytics giant Palantir in one of the largest early-stage defense-tech financings to emerge from Africa. The funding underscores growing international confidence in Africa’s ability to build advanced hardware and security … Read more

Morocco Overtakes South Africa as Africa’s Largest Car Manufacturer

Neo Motors electric vehicle produced in Morocco

Morocco has surpassed South Africa to become Africa’s largest vehicle manufacturing hub, marking a historic shift in the continent’s industrial landscape after nearly a century of South African dominance. While new vehicle sales in South Africa are approaching record levels, domestic production has failed to keep pace. In 2025, South Africans purchased more than 590,000 … Read more

How to Register and Get a Free CAC Business Certificate via the SMEDAN Portal (Step-by-Step Guide)

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has partnered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to offer free business name registration for 250,000 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. This initiative removes one of the biggest barriers facing small business owners — the cost of CAC registration — and helps … Read more

Are Investment Apps Like Risevest, Bamboo, and Chaka Really Safe in Nigeria?

As more Nigerians begin investing, one question keeps coming up again and again: “What happens to my money if these investment apps shut down?” It’s a fair question — and a smart one. In Nigeria, we’ve seen banks freeze accounts, fintech apps disappear overnight, and policies change without warning. So before trusting any platform with … Read more

Beginner’s Guide to Investing in Nigeria (How to Start With ₦5,000 or Less)

You don’t need ₦1 million, insider connections, or a finance degree to start investing in Nigeria. You need as little as ₦5,000, the right platforms, and a clear plan. This beginner-friendly guide explains how Nigerians can start investing step by step, even on a small income, without taking reckless risks. What Is Investing? (In Simple … Read more