In mid-January, a Nigerian banker named Adebayo Ogunlesi made headlines by selling his infrastructure investment firm to the American company BlackRock for a whopping $12.5 billion. T his deal is significant because it involves managing $106 billion in assets and marks a major consolidation in the financial sector. Ogunlesi, who is 70 years old, has had an impressive career. […]
Just like many other boys his age, Victor Boniface dreamed of becoming a professional footballer, at a very young age, he left his hometown of Akure and traveled to Lagos State to join Real Sapphire Academy. Victor impressed everyone at Real Sapphire Academy, and his skills earned him a move to Europe at the age of 18. He joined […]
Angela Bassett, the amazing American actress, was recently recognized at the Governors Awards, leaving everyone in awe and causing a buzz on the internet. Ava DuVernay, a prominent figure in the Hollywood film industry, spoke about how special this award is and how well-deserved it is for Bassett. Angela Bassett has had an incredible career. She has been nominated […]
Dr. Ige Aminat Olawunmi has carved her name in the hallowed halls of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and its academic history. At the recent 54th Convocation Ceremonies, her exceptional achievements were celebrated as she clinched the Overall Best Graduating Doctoral Thesis Award. The spotlight now turns to unravel the layers of this remarkable individual, whose brilliance extends far […]
Anike Agbaje-Williams, a name carved in the stone of Nigerian broadcasting history, and an inspiration for generations of female broadcasters, was not just a broadcaster, she created a path for many big legends and names making generational waves. Born and raised in Nigeria, in an era when women faced immense barriers in pursuing careers outside of traditional roles, Agbaje-Williams […]
Lights, camera, action! When it comes to box office success, Funke Akindele knows how to bring in the big bucks. Her movies have consistently broken records and earned top spots in the Nigerian film industry. From “The Return of Jenifa” to “Omo Ghetto: The Saga,” to “Battle on Buka Street” and now, the 1 Billion naira movie, “A Tribe […]
Right in the heart of Nigeria, Lagos, Dr. Emmanuella Zamba is changing the healthcare system like never before. Her hard work has contributed immensely to the transformation of Lagos State’s healthcare into something innovative and inclusive. Dr. Zamba started her journey in the Lagos State public service in 2005. Since then, she has held important positions in various units […]
About a month ago, at a private dinner in New York, Felecia Hatcher who is spearheading experiential marketing, product launch and social media campaigns for global-big tech companies, uttered words that reverberated with a profound sense of purpose, capturing the essence of Black Ambition, a nonprofit co-founded by music mogul turned entrepreneur Pharrell Williams. Hatcher, Black Ambition’s CEO, eloquently […]
South Africa and indeed the rest of the continent mourn the loss of a literary giant and theatrical luminary, Mbongeni Ngema, who passed away at the age of 68 in a car crash. Ngema’s impact on the world of arts, particularly his unyielding portrayal of the struggles under apartheid, has left his footprint on the sand of South African […]
The recent passing of Governor Olurotimi Akeredolu marks the end of an era for Ondo State. While his departure leaves a void in Nigerian politics, it’s essential to reflect on the life and legacy of a man who contributed significantly to the legal, political, and social landscape of the country. Here are five important aspects of Governor Akeredolu’s life: […]
