Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the current Balogun of Ibadanland, poised to succeed the late Oba Moshood Olalekan Balogun as the next Olubadan of Ibadan, follows the tradition of symbolic ascension with drummers and chanters moving from Alli-Iwo to his Ita Baale palace. The passing of Oba Moshood Olalekan Balogun, announced by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, […]
Beyond Its Humble Facade, This Business Is Empowering Women in Osogbo Financially
According to a report by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), women-owned businesses in Nigeria face significant barriers to growth and sustainability, including limited access to finance, market constraints, and societal expectations. Despite these challenges, women entrepreneurs continue to play a crucial role in driving economic growth and development in the country. Statistics from the National […]
Osogbo Market Women Grapple as the Aftermath of Fuel Subsidy Removal Persists
In Osogbo, Mrs. Serifat Mudashiru, a resilient 70-year-old pepper seller, finds herself engulfed in despair as the removal of fuel subsidy by President Bola Hammed Tinubu wreaks havoc on her livelihood. Despite her unwavering determination, she struggles to keep her business afloat amidst the relentless onslaught of economic challenges. With three decades of experience in […]
This Local Business Offers Women in Osogbo Financial Freedom Amidst Hardship
In the market of Osogbo, pepper sellers confront the harsh realities of economic hardship with unwavering determination. Despite facing formidable challenges, these vendors persevere, finding ways to thrive amidst adversity. The impact of soaring prices reverberates throughout the pepper selling business, as newcomers like Mrs. A seller, Gift Denis grapples with the harsh realities of […]
Thriving Against Odds: The Tale of Osogbo’s Fruit Vendors
Mrs. Olanrewaju, a banana seller, has not only supported her children’s education through her small trading but also managed to construct a mansion for herself. Despite being 70 years old and selling her goods roadside in the Alekuwodo market of Osogbo, she has spent four decades in her business, which has not only provided […]