Renowned and rentless environmental activist, Nnimmo Bassey, craves a world where nature is nutured and man’s incessant cruel waste disposal becomes a thing of the past in Nigeria. The Akwa Ibom native is in constant ecological battles with entities’ activities and biodegradable products dumped just about anywhere. He believes it is indeed a time to stand together to demand […]
On July 10, 1943 Arthur Robert Ashe Jr. was born to parents Arthur Sr. and Mattie C. Ashe in Richmond, Virginia. His interest in and learning of tennis from an early age happened partly because his father got a job at Brook Field in 1947. They lived in a house located on blacks-only 18-acre park with multiple lawn tennis […]
Foremost film actor, dramatist, folk singer, poet and playwright, Pa. Jimi Solanke passes on at the age of 81 in Ogun State. The late entertainment guru was said to be on his way to the Babcock Hospital, Ilishan-Remo, for medical treatment when he give up the ghost. The late songwriter, popularly known as ‘Uncle Jimi’ has graced the entertainment […]
In the early 2000s, a geeky Harvard student named Mark Zuckerberg changed the world as we know it from the comfort of his dorm room. Armed with his brilliant mind and a knack for coding, Zuckerberg created a social networking platform that would soon become a global sensation. The Birth of “The Facebook” Originally named “The Facebook,” Zuckerberg’s creation […]
Oprah Winfrey is an american media mogul born January 29 1954, with giant strides in the media world celebrates her 70 years in a unique style filled with deep resonation and empowering intonations on the global stage. She has many feathers on her cap which includes talkshow host, movie actor, producer and director. Starting her career as a host […]
Nigerian sprinter, Rhasidat Adeleke, born 29 August 2002 in Dublin, is one of the rising sprinters representing Ireland and is the first Irish woman to break the 50-second barrier in the 400 metres. She currently holds six Irish national records – 60m indoors, 200m indoors and out, 300m indoors and 400m indoors and out. Adeleke, in 2021 aged 18, […]
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. […]
26-year-old forward for Luton Town, Elijah Adebayo sent shockwaves through the English Premier League in a midweek clash, with a stunning hat-trick against Brighton and Hove Albion. The breathtaking display not only secured a resounding 4-0 victory for the Hatters but also etched Adebayo’s name in the history books. Who is Elijah Adebayo? Elijah Adebayo is a talented football […]
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 […]
