by Maroriem | Sep 22, 2026 | BUSINESS, FINANCE
Nigeria’s small and medium enterprises are not a niche part of the economy, they are the economy. SMEs make up roughly 96% of all registered businesses in the country, contribute close to 48% of national GDP, and account for as much as 84% of total employment....
by Maroriem | Aug 11, 2026 | BUSINESS, FINANCE
Imagine applying for a business loan, pitching to an investor, or bidding for a major contract. The first thing you’re asked for is your latest financial statements. Would you have them ready? Too many business owners rely on bank alerts and account balances to...
by Maroriem | Feb 4, 2026 | BUSINESS, FINANCE, TAX
For many businesses, payroll is seen as a routine administrative task, pay salaries, issue payslips, move on. But in reality, payroll sits at the heart of tax compliance, and when it is poorly managed, it becomes one of the biggest sources of tax risk for SMEs. In...
by Maroriem | Oct 15, 2025 | FINANCE, Technology
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) in Nigeria has introduced a new electronic invoicing system to modernise how taxes are managed and collected. The system, called the Merchant Buyer Solution (FIRSMBS), replaces the use of paper invoices with digital ones that...
by Maroriem | Sep 23, 2025 | FINANCE
AI in Accounting: Exploring whether technology will replace accountants or enhance their roles in the future of finance. Artificial intelligence has found its way into nearly every industry, and accounting is no exception. From automated bookkeeping to advanced data...
by Maroriem | Sep 16, 2025 | FINANCE
“Boosts quality and speed while cutting costs–efficiency is the key to smarter business growth” Many business owners believe cost management is simply about reducing expenses. The truth is, cutting costs without strategy can weaken a business. You may save...