Business Report

 By James Eke  Talent Across Africa, the creative economy is evolving beyond traditional concerts and fashion showcases into community-driven ecosystems that generate cultural influence, commercial opportunities, and long-term business value. Among the platforms helping shape this shift is THIRSTYCLUB999, a Lagos-born creative experience that has steadily established itself as a meeting point for mainstream artists, emerging talent, fashion brands, and young entrepreneurs.  Created by THIRSTY Universe, THIRSTYCLUB999 was built on a simple idea: create a space where established names and underground creatives can exist on the same stage, collaborate naturally, and grow together. Unlike many music events that focus solely on headline performances, THIRSTYCLUB999 intentionally curates an environment where musicians, fashion designers, photographers, filmmakers, DJs, visual artists, and cultural innovators share the spotlight. The result is a platform that functions not only ...

   Nigerian highlife star Flavour is set to headline the LOUD IN AFRICA Concert Series in New York City on August 14, 2026, as organisers prepare for what is expected to be one of the biggest African music events of the summer. The concert will take place at Racket NYC, bringing together music lovers from across the African diaspora for an evening celebrating African music, culture and entertainment. Popularly known as the "King of Highlife," Flavour has built a global reputation with his blend of highlife, Afrobeats and contemporary African music, earning a loyal fan base across Africa, Europe and North America. The event will also feature performances by Naomi Achu, Prince Bright of Buk Bak, Bruck Up (Mr. Excitement), 2Cent, Unathi Nkayi, while Nollywood actress Mercy Macjoe is expected to make a special guest appearance. Speaking ahead of the concert, Founder of LOUD IN AFRICA, Abass Mubarak Akeju, described the event as part of a broader effort to promote African culture ...

    Often, people say Lagos may be one of Africa’s fastest growing cities, but alongside its housing deficit lies another growing concern: the increasing demand for homes that offer more than just four walls and an address. As the city expands, many homebuyers and investors are seeking spaces that combine functionality, intentional design, and long term value. Responding to this need, D’Lodge Apartments has been introduced as a premium residential development in Lekki Peninsula II, positioned within reach of key business districts, schools, and lifestyle destinations. Comprising thoughtfully designed one and two bedroom apartments, D’Lodge reflects a vision of creating spaces that place equal emphasis on comfort, functionality, and everyday living experiences. With features such as open plan kitchens and expansive panoramic balconies, the development has been designed with modern homeowners, young professionals, growing families, and investors in mind. D’Lodge is more than ano...

   What began as a lockdown hobby in early 2020 has grown into a thriving real estate company helping Nigerians achieve home ownership and build wealth. The founder of Adifua Real Estate and Construction started his journey during the COVID-19 lockdown, frequently viewing properties across the capital. With guidance from a supportive boss, real estate quickly became more than a side interest. While still operating without a formal team, he also ventured into the hospitality sector, successfully establishing Flenjo, a popular restaurant and grill. Today, the company has built a reputation for helping individuals grow their wealth through strategic real estate investments. Many clients have reportedly become millionaires thanks to well-chosen properties. Adifua Real Estate and Construction is particularly focused on affordability and long-term value. The company only promotes properties with strong appreciation potential and currently offers FCDA-approved lands and homes in prim...

  By Asata John Dexta Africa has announced that it is on course to deliver its maiden residential development, D’Lennox, in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to raising the standard of luxury housing in Nigeria. The announcement comes nearly two years after the company entered the real estate market with a promise to provide Nigerians with thoughtfully designed homes built with exceptional quality, functionality, and attention to detail. With Nigeria, particularly Lagos, continuing to experience a significant housing deficit and growing concerns over construction quality, Dexta Africa stated that its vision extends beyond simply building houses to creating homes that offer comfort, functionality, and long-term value. Located in the prestigious Lekki Peninsula II, D’Lennox is an exclusive development comprising seven ultra-luxury four-bedroom terrace duplexes with boys’ quarters (BQ). The project is strategically positioned less than two minutes from ...

For many entrepreneurs, success is measured by profit margins and business growth. But for Mballoh Fofana, founder of Le Mandingue African Restaurant in Philadelphia, the true measure of success lies in overcoming adversity, preserving culture and creating opportunities for others. Fofana's story is one of resilience after tragedy. In 1998, she lost one of her legs in an accident an experience that could have ended her entrepreneurial aspirations. Instead, she turned the setback into motivation, rebuilding her life through determination, faith and hard work. More than 22 years later, she has established Le Mandingue African Restaurant as one of the Philadelphia region's longest-serving African restaurants, earning a reputation for authentic West African cuisine and warm hospitality. Beyond the restaurant business, Fofana has also expanded into real estate, building a portfolio of commercial and residential properties across the Philadelphia area reportedly valued at about $15 m...

 While most 19-year-olds are still figuring out their major, Adeoluwasubomi Odebunmi was already sketching out what would become ChatPay. Now 20 and a recent Software Engineering graduate, she's the Product Lead behind a startup betting that banking belongs inside WhatsApp. It's a familiar frustration to basically every Nigerian with a bank account: an app that crashes mid-transfer, a forgotten PIN, a POS queue eating into your day, or the dreaded “kindly bear with us” message. Adeoluwasubomi noticed it as a student. Now she's building the fix. ChatPay, operated by CP Technology Limited and headquartered on Ikorodu Road in Maryland, Lagos, is built to close that gap: send money, buy airtime, pay bills and manage a business account, without leaving a WhatsApp chat. The company is currently in a controlled rollout, working with licensed banking partners as it moves toward full public launch. What makes ChatPay's story unusual in Nigeria's crowded fintech scene is not ...