So This Happened (EP 408) reviews: Remi Tinubu’s ‘akara business’ advice sparks debate
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has sparked widespread reactions after encouraging women to consider low-capital businesses such as selling akara, roasted corn, and kulikuli as part of government empowerment efforts. NCDMB urges oil firms to embrace digital portal for global competitiveness UAE capital inflows jump 88%, businesses eye more FG plans 41 varsity innovation hubs
While some Nigerians praised the message for highlighting the dignity of honest work and entrepreneurship, others argued that the comments overlooked the broader economic challenges facing citizens, reigniting conversations about job creation, inflation, and sustainable livelihoods.
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