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Paystack confirms the termination of cofounder Ezra Olubi’s employment
Paystack confirmed the termination of co-founder Ezra Olubi effective November 22, 2025. The termination was based on significant negative reputational damage from Olubi's public tweets.
Local listing dreams fades, as 46% of tech founders desire M&A exits
46% of Nigerian tech founders plan to exit via acquisition within four to six years. Founders show a strong preference for mergers and acquisitions over local IPOs.
Paystack suspends co-founder Ezra Olubi over alleged misconduct
Ezra Olubi has been suspended from his duties at Paystack amid allegations of misconduct. The allegations became public on November 12, 2025, after a former partner shared grievances online.
How to find mentors and advisors for your startup
Mentorship helps founders shorten their learning curve and avoid costly mistakes. Startup communities like CcHub and Impact Hub are excellent places to meet potential mentors.
Foreign banks don’t trust Nigerians. This startup wants to change that
Aella, a fintech startup, has been using AI for lending since 2017, significantly reducing decision-making time. Wale Akanbi's personal experience with banking issues abroad inspired the creation of Bleyt.
