Author: Tayo Mustapha
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Who’s Really in Charge? The Boardroom vs. Shareholder Showdown: Lessons from Global Governance Failures
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Introduction: Power, Accountability, and the Corporate Chessboard Corporate governance sits at the intersection of authority and accountability. At its core lies a critical tension: who ultimately governs the corporation, the board or its shareholders? Traditionally, shareholders appoint directors to oversee management, ostensibly acting in their best interests, this power dynamic is anything but static. Two…
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The Diversity Deficit: Why Do Boardrooms Still Lack Women?
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In case you missed it on Boardroom & Beyond Insights‘ LinkedIn, this carousel highlighs the barriers and biases that continue to hinder women from reaching top leadership positions. Dive into the insights below as we explore the key challenges and discuss actionable solutions for closing the gender gap in boardrooms. The boardroom should reflect the…
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Nigeria’s Crypto Journey: From Caution to Clarity and What it means for fintechs & virtual asset service providers
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In 2016, Bitcoin was a red flag 🚩 In 2025, it’s officially recognized as a financial security. Nigeria’s journey with cryptocurrency has been anything but linear. What began as a response to economic crises has evolved into one of the most significant digital finance stories in Africa. With a landscape marked by regulatory uncertainties, warnings,…
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From ESG to AI: Key Corporate Governance Trends That Will Shape 2025
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Corporate governance in 2025 is at a turning point. The rapid pace of regulatory shifts, technological disruptions, and investor demands is reshaping the way businesses approach governance. It has long been established that corporate governance is no longer just a compliance function, it is a strategic driver of long-term success. This year, boards and executives…
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Scaling Smart: How Corporate Governance Fuels Investor Confidence and M&A Success
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Having worked with a number of companies across various stages of growth, as well as engaging in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, I have noticed a consistent trend that is often overlooked by many founders and executives. When startups or businesses look to attract investors or engage in M&A transactions, there is often a heavy…
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Why ESG is reshaping corporate strategy
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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are no longer peripheral concerns, they are now central to how modern corporations define success. From boardrooms to investor meetings, ESG is shaping the way organizations operate, engage stakeholders, and create long-term value. The Shift from Optional to Essential Not long ago, ESG efforts were seen as a “nice…