On November 12, 2020, Ecobank Nigeria revealed plans to host a virtual webinar titled “Positioning For 2021: From ‘Side Hustle’ to Multiple Streams of Income.”
The event, set for November 13, 2020, at 11 a.m. on Microsoft Teams, targets salary earners, small businesses, self-employed individuals, and other stakeholders planning for the new year.
Addressing 2020 Challenges
Korede Demola-Adeniyi, Head of Consumer Banking, emphasized the webinar’s goal to equip participants with skills to start side hustles, build multiple income streams, and manage money effectively. “2020 brought global and local challenges, including COVID-19 and #EndSARS, impacting finances,” she said. “This webinar helps Nigerians prepare for 2021 with practical financial strategies.”
Economic Context and Focus
The webinar opens with an overview of Nigeria and Africa’s economic outlook for 2021, focusing on COVID-19 effects, the #EndSARS protests, and the 2021 budget. It aims to provide insights to navigate economic uncertainties and foster sustainable growth for individuals and businesses.
Expert Speakers Lineup
Key speakers include Dr. Harry Benjamin, a transformation teacher and success coach; Afioluwa Mogaji, an AgriPreneur and CEO of FarmCredit Nigeria; and Kunle Edun, Research and Business Development Manager at Ecobank Nigeria. They will share strategies for financial resilience and business growth.
Supporting Financial Well-Being
Demola-Adeniyi highlighted Ecobank’s commitment to customers’ financial health. The webinar offers tailored financial services to enhance lifestyles and support growth. She urged both customers and non-customers to register via the provided link (https://bit.ly/2GnfVro) to gain valuable insights.
Relevance for Nigerians
The event addresses the economic shocks of 2020, which hit salary earners and small businesses hard. By teaching money management and income diversification, Ecobank aims to empower participants to withstand future challenges and thrive in Nigeria’s evolving economy.
