World Kindness Day: The Small Things That Make a Big Difference
When was the last time someone did something kind for you? Not something grand. Just a small act that made your day a little easier to carry. A colleague helping you meet a deadline. A stranger holding the door. A smile when you needed to feel seen. A paid-for coffee you didn’t expect. Kindness is […]
How Sterling is Helping Lagos Visually Impaired Walk with Confidence
For many people who are blind or visually impaired, the white cane is more than just a walking aid: it’s a symbol of independence, confidence, and dignity. It represents the ability to move freely, safely, and proudly in a world that still poses many barriers. According to Sightsavers, about 1 million adults are blind in […]
Africa’s Green Revolution Starts Here: Join the 2025 Agric Summit Africa
Africa has the land, the people, and the potential to feed the world. Yet, millions still go to bed hungry. How did we get here, and more importantly, how do we change it? That’s what Agriculture Summit Africa (ASA) 2025 is all about. This year’s theme, “Survival of the Greenest: Reclaiming Africa’s Food Destiny,” goes […]
One Customer Diaries: The Stories That Changed Us
What makes a day go smoothly for you? Maybe it’s coming home to meet power. Maybe it’s not spending hours in traffic. Sometimes, it’s just when things work the way they should. That same ease matters especially in how we handle our money every day. Like Ada, who runs a small restaurant and depends on […]
To the Teachers Who Made Us: A World Teachers’ Day Salute
If you grew up in Nigeria, chances are your school memories are filled with the smell of chalk, the echo of “Good morning ma, we are happy to see you ma, God bless you ma, amen!” at the top of your lungs, and the sting of “kneel down and raise your hands” when you got […]
October Check-Up: How Healthy Is Your Money?
If October had a sound, it would probably be the alarm clock ringing to remind you that the year is almost over. Three quarters gone, one left to go. Welcome to Q4: the season of weddings, travel plans, Christmas shopping, and January school fees lurking around the corner. It’s also the perfect time to check […]
65 Years, 6 Decades, and Some of the Weirdest Nigerian Moments
Nigeria is 65, and like every 65-year-old, we’ve got plenty of stories. Some inspiring, some painful, and let’s be honest, some downright weird. Because if there’s anything Nigerians know how to do, it’s turn history into gist. So instead of the usual serious Independence Day post, let’s look back at one “weird” or quirky moment […]
10 Key Lessons from Sim Shagaya at the Sterling Leadership Series
The latest edition of the Sterling Leadership Series (SLS) was one for the books. With thought leader and serial entrepreneur Sim Shagaya as guest, the conversation dug deep into education, technology, resilience, and what it really means to build for Africa. Here are 10 lessons from Sim Shagaya’s session that stood out: 1. Your “why” […]
Don’t Miss Your Chance: Sterling HoldCo Public Offer
Opportunities don’t always knock twice. Right now, one is right at your doorstep, and if you look away, you just might miss out on being part of something big. Sterling Financial Holdings Company has officially opened its Public Offer, and this is your chance to own a stake in the future we are building. We […]
The Ember Months Are Here: What They Really Mean For Me And You
If you’ve lived in Nigeria long enough, you already know this: once September lands, something in the air changes. The vibe is different. The jokes online start flying. Churches turn up their prayers. Workplaces start chasing targets like never before. And of course, everyone reminds you: “Be careful, it’s the ember months.” But what exactly […]
Suicide Prevention Day: From Whispered Secrets to Open Conversations
Not too long ago in Nigeria, words like depression, mental health, or suicide were barely spoken. If someone was deeply sad, the default response was, “Cheer up, you’ll be fine.” If they showed signs of a breakdown, families might chalk it up to “spiritual attacks.” And suicide? That was treated like a shameful secret, something […]
The Partnership That Puts Women First
For too long, women in Nigeria have had to build businesses with limited access to funding. Many have the ideas, the drive, and the impact, but not the capital to scale. That’s why Sterling Bank, in partnership with the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN), is changing the game with a N20 billion funding scheme designed […]
Protecting Your Business from Fraud as a POS Agent
As a Point of Sale (POS) agent, your Personal Identification Number (PIN) is your first line of defence against fraud. Unfortunately, scammers often lurk or pretend to be customers just to steal it as you log in. Once they have your PIN, they can gain unauthorised access to your terminal and funds Here are some […]
Beyond Education: Sim Shagaya at the Sterling Leadership Series
If you think education ends once you do your university project defense, think again. In fact, hold that thought because the next edition of the Sterling Leadership Series (SLS) is about to turn everything you know about learning on its head. On the 4th of September by 4PM in Lagos, the theme is simple: Beyond […]
Sterling Recurring Deposit Account: Save Smart, Win Big
Saving money is easier said than done. Between unplanned expenses, the “let me just spoil myself small” moments, and the rising cost of almost everything, putting money aside consistently can feel like a battle. But here’s the thing: saving doesn’t have to be boring or confusing. In fact, with the Sterling Recurring Deposit Account (SRDA), […]
How a Simple Transfer Saved My Steeze
When I tell you that a 50K transfer saved my reputation and a whole wedding, I’m not exaggerating. In fact, if not for OneBank by Sterling, I might have ended up being “that guy” on X. You know the one who forgot his best friend’s wedding contribution? Yeah. That guy. Let me backtrack. It was […]
5 Things Nigerians Still Do in 2025 That Need to Stop
Let’s be honest! Nigeria is moving forward. We now sort bills with banking apps, fast! Order everything, and even stream weddings online. But for all the progress we’ve made, some habits just refuse to die. Like that one annoying mosquito that keeps dodging your slap at 2 a.m. So, in the spirit of growth and […]
How to Enjoy Your Leave Without Checking Work Email (Every 10 Minutes)
You finally got approved for annual leave. Congratulations. You even sent out that “I’ll be out of office from the 5th to the 19th” email and changed your WhatsApp bio to “OOO.” So why are you still replying emails during brunch with the girls? Let’s talk. Nigerians are hardworking; too hardworking, sometimes. We carry laptop […]
My Experience at ASIS 2025
“Oga where you dey go?” the security man asked my driver as we navigated the Eco Hotels compound. Behind us, some impatient driver was honking like his life depended on it, as if we were going to magically vanish into thin air just so he could rush off to God knows where. “I beg, where […]
Why Your Village People Might Be Your Best Business Advisors
Before you start forming prayer warrior against me, hear me out. I’m not talking about the village people that steal your destiny in the night with red cloth and calabash. I’m talking about the actual people from your village: Your grandmother who sells pepper at the market, your uncle who fixes generators for a living, […]
