Rejection emails usually say....   "You are too early." But the real life Translation mean..  "We don't have the guts to bet on just a vision." Most VCs require $10k MRR to even reply you.  They want "traction" to feel safe. But true Pre-Seed investors know that traction is a lagging indicator of a great founder. If you have a slide deck and a pulse, but no revenue, stop...

An Introduction to Tether & the World of Stablecoins As society has evolved, our relationship with money has changed. From coins to paper currency and digital bank accounts to Bitcoin, our money has had to keep up with the times. In recent decades, the internet has revolutionised the way we interact with each other, and our money has had to evolve alongside it. Cryptocurrencies, such as...

What Is Money? Definition and Function of Money: Basic Definition: Money is a medium agreed upon by parties to settle exchanges for products, goods, or services. Core Role: It allows resources or services to be swapped for stored value, enabling efficiency and economic growth. Value Derivation: Money is obtained by expending time and energy (e.g., work, labor, or services). Resources or...

Build Greatness in Silence: 5 Powerful Rules Discover 5 essential rules for building your purpose quietly—without seeking validation, permission, or applause. In a world obsessed with visibility, likes, and instant recognition, true greatness is often forged in silence. While everyone is busy announcing their next move, the most impactful people are working in the shadows—refining...

Feeling stuck? Discover why persistence is non-negotiable, how to learn from mistakes, and why trusting the process is the key to self-development. At some point in every journey, you will hit a wall. The path forward seems obscured, the logic behind your struggles is unclear, and the temptation to walk away becomes incredibly strong. However, successful self-development relies on a...

Life transformations rarely announce themselves with fireworks or loud proclamations. Instead, true change often arrives quietly, manifesting as subtle shifts in your internal world before manifesting in your external reality. If you have been feeling "off" or out of sync with your usual routine, it might not be a slump; it may be the signal of a new chapter unfolding. Drawing on...

What we built in 2025, what’s next, and how to be part of it 2025 has been a defining year for 9jawap. What began as a simple idea - to build a Nigerian-owned digital platform that truly works for Nigerians - has grown into a living, breathing community powered by creators, businesses, and everyday users. Together, we proved that world‑class technology can be built locally, for local...

    SLOW BUT STEADY WINS THE RACE   By HENRY E. OPUTA   In a world where everything screams faster, quicker, and instant, the ancient wisdom of “slow but steady wins the race” seems outdated. But let me tell you something profound: It’s more relevant now than ever.   Many people are in a hurry. Rushing toward success. Chasing applause. Pursuing...

  Training for Reigning: Becoming the Leader You Were Born to Be   Every great ruler was once an ordinary person undergoing extraordinary training. Behind every crown is a journey of sweat, tears, sacrifice, and refinement. Training for reigning is the process that transforms potential into power, dreams into dominion, and purpose into impact.   Reigning is not just about...

      ---   Leadership Success: Becoming the Leader Who Makes a Difference   By HENRY . E . OPUTA   In every generation, true leaders rise—not just by title, but by the difference they make. Leadership success isn't about being the loudest in the room or holding the highest position. It's about influence, impact, and integrity. It’s about...