Increasing financial inclusion is critical for SME growth

Adewumi-Zer Adeolu is a renowned Afro-optimist and global strategist, championing African excellence for the last twenty-five years. As the founder of ZER Consulting Africa, and internationally best-selling author of Afro-Optimism Unleashed, she empowers leaders and businesses across the continent to achieve sustainable growth and impact. Having spearheaded strategic growth initiatives both globally and across Africa, before leading a major financial institution in Nigeria, Adeolu’s strategic insights and unwavering commitment to excellence have earned her numerous accolades. In this interview with KENNETH ATHEKAME, she spoke on the role of the informal economy in Nigeria, and how it can be integrated into the formal sector, and the economic disparities within Nigeria.