Sam Allison is set to make a groundbreaking entry into the Premier League, becoming the first Black official to take charge of a top-flight game in 15 years. The announcement comes as part of a concerted effort by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) to enhance diversity in top-tier refereeing. Allison’s pivotal moment is scheduled to unfold on […]
From the bustling streets of Olusosun to the pinnacle of African football, Victor Osimhen’s ascent reached new heights as he was crowned the African Player of the Year in a glittering ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco. Osimhen, the dynamic forward for Napoli and the Super Eagles, clinched this prestigious individual honor after a stellar season. Guiding Napoli to their first […]
In the fast-paced world of international finance and climate action, Tariye Gbadegesin is a goal-setter, a pacesetter and a force to reckon with. Leveraging over two decades of experience, she is propelling Africa into a greener and more sustainable future. From her pivotal role in establishing the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) to her current leadership positions in climate-focused initiatives, […]
In the opening months of 2023, a wave of change swept through the corridors of power, reshaping the narrative of global leadership. The exodus of prominent women such as Sanna Marin, Jacinda Ardern, Nicola Sturgeon, Susan Wojcicki, and Martina Merz from key roles in politics and corporate spheres triggered discussions on the persistent gender disparities in leadership. As the […]
Dr. Banji Awosika is not just a name that reeks of medical expertise but of the profound impact he’s making in the field of nephrology and wellness. A US-based Specialist Physician, Dr. Awosika is committed to reversing the trend of medical tourism through knowledge sharing and hands-on procedural training. Sitting on the board-certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, Dr. […]
Assistant Professor Penelope Muzanenhamo, a force of intellectual prowess at the UCD College of Business and has just been bestowed with the prestigious ‘Paper of the Year’ award by Human Relations, one of the world’s foremost journals. In her seminal work titled “Epistemic Injustice and Hegemonic Ordeal in Management and Organization Studies: Advancing Black Scholarship,” Dr. Muzanenhamo delves into […]
In the history of African leadership, few figures can boast of a Nollywood-styled heroic journey of the former Nigerian President, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan. This is not just about the milestones that mark this outstanding political career, but his transformative power of statesmanship and the redemptive force of fostering peace has shown and shone during vital times in the African […]
On October 28, 2023. Iyalode Alaba Oluwaseun Lawson, a name synonymous with leadership, philanthropy, and community impact, departed this world leaving behind a legacy that will continue to touch generations yet to come. Today, we pay tribute to a real-life “Akinkanju” of Yorubaland, a true African matriarch, a global business magnate, who meant so much more in the hearts […]
A young Nigerian woman, Uzoma Chioma Asagwara has been sworn in as the minister of health and the deputy premier of the province of Manitoba, Canada. Uzoma has become the first black person and woman to achieve this feat after having served her legislative tenure as the first black in that position in the province of Manitoba and Canada. […]
Eleven years ago today, Nigeria was plunged into mourning. The sense of grief was matched only by shock as news emerged that Rashidi Yekini, at just 48, was dead. Sunday Oliseh led the tributes, eulogizing his former Super Eagles team-mate as “one of the best African players and legends to ever walk this earth.” And while the praise was […]
