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What happens once the October 1st celebrations wind down? For many retailers, sales taper off and customer attention shifts elsewhere. But the savvy understand that the real opportunity lies not just on Independence Day itself, but in the days that follow.

In today’s digital age, Nigerian fashion designers are no longer confined by geography. Whether you’re based in Lagos, Abuja, or anywhere else in Nigeria, the internet offers a powerful gateway to the world. Your brand can swiftly evolve from a local favorite to a global contender.

If you run a small business in Nigeria, you’ve seen how payment methods have evolved. A process that once meant standing in line at the bank has been replaced by a few taps on your phone. And as 2025 approaches, the pace of that transformation is set to accelerate, driven by a new wave of fintech regulations. These changes could propel your business into new markets, or leave you struggling to keep up as 2026 approaches.

Every year, Nigerians living abroad send home an estimated $20 billion second only to oil as a source of foreign exchange. While remittances are often seen simply as family support, a new trend is reshaping how this money flows: cross-border e-commerce.