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The Lagos Hub of the @buildcities Network

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💡 Connecting innovative minds and ideas to build a vibrant community.

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We discussed:
- The inspiration behind MyCashier and the problems they are solving.
- The challenges they've faced and overcome in transitioning to digital processes.
- Key features of their platform that benefit users and so much more.

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In a country where long queues and cumbersome processes once dominated, MyCashier is revolutionizing how Nigerians manage their finances.
We had a conversation with Agnes Olayinka, Executive Director and COO of @mycashierlife.

Read the full blog here: https://t.co/X8Q9Qxiv1s

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We discussed:
- The inspiration behind MyCashier and the problems they are solving.
- The challenges they've faced and overcome in transitioning to digital processes.
- Key features of their platform that benefit users and so much more.

https://t.co/X8Q9Qxiv1s

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Excited to unveil the inaugural edition of our Build_Lagos newsletter!

Dive into our spotlight on groundbreaking startups, inspiring individuals, and emerging opportunities shaping Lagos's tech scene.

https://t.co/uPdZHSpwBd

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Do you want to explore untold stories, insider insights, success stories, and emerging opportunities propelling Lagos to the forefront of the global tech scene?
The build_lagos Newsletter is all you need.

Subscribe: https://t.co/vz0GD4Z4Xx

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Although Bankole is now a retired tech blogger, his legacy lives on through the innovative platforms he pioneered. As Nigeria's tech ecosystem continues to flourish, Bankole's contributions serve as an inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and storytellers alike.

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Nigeria has woken up to its tech space because her stories have been told better. At the front of this charge is @MrBankole Oluwafemi, co-founder and a director at Big Cabal Media (@InsideTheCabal), publishers of @TechCabal and @Zikoko_Mag.

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This was beyond degree certifications but about personal attributes such as a curious mind, perseverance, adaptiveness amongst others. To address this challenge, TechCabal birthed the idea of Big Cabal Media, academy for media and those who want to work in the creative industry.

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Additionally, Peace is the director of marketing at Smile Identity. She is currently pursuing her MBA at Imperial College Business School in the UK.
https://t.co/RoN9NZT26o

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With over eight years of experience leading marketing teams and consulting on growth strategies for companies across Africa and emerging markets, @peaceitimi has emerged as a trailblazer in the field of business and marketing.

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Initiative Mandela Washington Fellowship.
She has been recognized as a Google Student Ambassador, AdWords Certified Digital Marketer, and Facebook certified planner, cementing her status as a digital marketing luminary.

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In essence, Mark Essien's vision and tenacity have not only reshaped the landscape of Nigeria's hospitality industry but have also set a precedent for innovation and excellence in African entrepreneurship.

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Let’s step back to a time when securing a hotel room in Nigeria was a cumbersome task. Travelers would spend hours scouring through outdated directories or relying on word-of-mouth recommendations, only to end up with subpar accommodations or, worse, no booking at all.

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With its expansion into other African markets and the launch of new initiatives like https://t.co/g5NcLdHcmN and https://t.co/g1IGRqaOKm, https://t.co/aFeruOjq8U continues to lead the charge in transforming the way people travel and book accommodations across the continent.