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Nigerian Archaeologist Dr. Abidemi Babalola Rewrites Ancient History with Dan David Prize Win

June 26, 2025 No Comments

Abidemi Babatunde Babalola – an unsung scholar until now has shattered long‑held assumptions about African innovation. His groundbreaking work on ancient glass bead production in Ile‑Ife has earned him the prestigious 2025 Dan David Prize, often regarded as the world’s largest award in historical research, carrying a $300,000 award . Babalola’s research uncovers a vibrant history of indigenous glassmaking […]

Achievers, News, Sports

Still the Fastest: Usain Bolt Crowned Guinness World Records ICON for Unmatched Sprint Legacy

June 24, 2025 No Comments

Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has been officially named a Guinness World Records ICON, in recognition of his enduring dominance in track and field and his unbroken world records that continue to defy time. The announcement was made this week by Guinness World Records, honouring Bolt not just for his achievements, but for the global inspiration he represents in […]

Achievers, Events & Special Feature, Lifestyle, Women

Young, Gifted & Black: How Michelle Adepoju Went From Thrift Store Threads to Global Fashion Runways

June 18, 2025 No Comments

At 29, Michelle Adepoju is redefining luxury fashion by blending her British-Nigerian heritage with traditional African craftsmanship. Her brand, KÍLÈNTÁR, has emerged as a beacon of innovation, sustainability, and cultural pride in the fashion industry. Pulse NigeriaForbes+11Essence+11Essence+11 Growing up in the UK, Adepoju developed a passion for fashion early on, often reimagining thrift store finds into unique pieces. This […]

Achievers, Personalities

Who is Danny Manu?

June 17, 2025 No Comments

Who is Danny Manu? The British-Ghanaian Tech Visionary Breaking Language Barriers – One Earbud at a Time By all accounts, Danny Manu shouldn’t be here. Not in the halls of global tech recognition. Not on Forbes’ radar. And certainly not as the mind behind one of the most groundbreaking communication tools in the world today: earbuds that translate languages […]

Achievers, Celebrations, Events & Special Feature, Lifestyle, Music, News

BET Awards 2025 Highlights: Kendrick Lamar Dominates; Jamie Foxx’s Emotional Comeback; Mariah Carey & Snoop Dogg Receive Icon Awards

June 12, 2025 No Comments

Jamie Foxx’s Emotional Comeback At the 25th BET Awards in Los Angeles, Jamie Foxx received the prestigious Ultimate Icon Award, marking a triumphant return after suffering a near‑fatal stroke in April 2023. Presented by Stevie Wonder, Foxx broke down during his acceptance speech, calling it his “second chance” at life. He offered heartfelt thanks to his sister Deidra and […]

Achievers, Events & Special Feature, Featured, Women

Breaking the Billion-Dollar Ceiling: The Top 10 Richest Women in the World (2025)

June 12, 2025 No Comments

In 2025, the number of female billionaires has reached a new high, with 406 women making Forbes’ list of the world’s 3,028 billionaires, accounting for 13.4% of the total. This marks a slight increase from 2024, where women represented 13.3% of the list. Forbes Here are the top 10 richest women in the world as of 2025: 1. Alice […]

Achievers, Events & Special Feature, Featured

Herbert Mensah: The Game Changer for Rugby in Africa

June 11, 2025 No Comments

Herbert Mensah is a big name in the world of sports in Africa. He has done amazing things for rugby, especially in Ghana, and his journey shows how strong leadership and a passion for growth can make a difference. In March 2023, Herbert became the President of Rugby Africa. He brought a lot of experience and new ideas to […]

Achievers, Africa, Women

Mongiwa Hazel Ntuli: South Africa’s 17-Year-Old Actuarial Science Graduate Shatters Stereotypes, Not Just Statistics

June 7, 2025 No Comments

At 17, most teenagers are focused on navigating adolescence. Mongiwa Hazel Ntuli was navigating university-level actuarial formulas—and graduating. One of the youngest-ever graduates from the University of Pretoria, Hazel earned her degree in Actuarial Science before many students her age had even chosen a career path. But this isn’t just a feel-good story about academic brilliance. It’s a story […]

Achievers, Events & Special Feature, Women

Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji: One Year at the Helm and a Historic Trillion-Naira Turnaround

June 4, 2025 No Comments

When Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji stepped into the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank Plc in June 2024, she didn’t arrive with noise – she arrived with intent. Within one year, she led Nigeria’s leading financial institution to an unprecedented milestone: over ₦1 trillion profit after tax, making Zenith Bank the first in […]

Achievers, Africa, News

Olayemi Cardoso Named Africa’s Central Bank Governor of the Year at 2025 African Banker Awards

June 4, 2025 No Comments

Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, was crowned Central Bank Governor of the Year at the prestigious 2025 African Banker Awards held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The honour, bestowed during a high-level gala last Wednesday, was a recognition of Cardoso’s “bold and strategic” reforms that have helped stabilise Nigeria’s financial system in one of its most challenging periods. Award […]

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