Nigeria will field a 45-athlete contingent at the 2026 CAA Senior Athletics Championships, with leading names including world champion hurdler Tobi Amusan and shot put specialist Chukwuebuka Enekwechi confirmed among those selected by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria. The squad, announced by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, comprises 25 female athletes and 20 male athletes. The selection reflects a […]
Nigerian-Born Surgeon Dr. Lola Fayanju Appointed Head of Surgery at Queen’s
Dr. Oluwadamilola ‘Lola’ Fayanju has been appointed Head of Surgery at Queen’s, marking a significant leadership transition for the institution and adding to a growing list of African-born professionals shaping global healthcare systems. The Nigerian-born surgeon, known for her work in breast cancer care and health equity, assumes the role after serving as Chief of Breast Surgery at University […]
Allyson Felix Targets One More Olympic Run at 40, Eyes Gold at Los Angeles 2028
At an age when most sprint careers are archived and celebrated in retrospect, Allyson Felix has chosen a different direction. The most decorated woman in Olympic track and field history has announced her return to competitive athletics, setting her sights on the 2028 Summer Olympics. The decision places her back in a system she once dominated, this time with […]
Elizabeth Oshoba’s Statement Win Signals Nigeria’s Next Global Boxing Contender
There are moments in a fighter’s career when a performance does more than secure a win. It sets a tone. For Elizabeth Oshoba, her Most Valuable Promotions debut delivered exactly that. Facing Chelsey Arnell, the Nigerian featherweight controlled the fight from early exchanges and forced a technical knockout in the third round, extending her professional record to 10-0 and […]
Tiwa Savage Unveils Foundation Focused on Developing Africa’s Next Wave of Creative Talent
At a time when African music continues to command global attention, Tiwa Savage is directing part of that momentum toward the next generation. The award-winning Nigerian artist has launched a new music foundation designed to support emerging African creatives with access to training, mentorship, and industry resources. The initiative reflects a shift from personal success toward long-term investment in […]
Chess Master Tunde Onakoya Just Revealed He Has A Lifespan Of 15 Years
Tunde Onakoya has revealed that he has about 15 years to live after he had titanium hip implants. He said whatever happens, he will make this one life count. Tunde who made this known via his official social media page, said whatever happens, he will make this one life count. Tunde Onakoya is a renowned Nigerian chess master, humanitarian, […]
Cultural Weight: King Charles III Takes Front Row at Tolu Coker’s London Fashion Week Showcase
When King Charles III took a front row seat at London Fashion Week, the gesture carried quiet significance for British-Nigerian designer Tolu Coker. His appearance at her Autumn/Winter 2026 presentation placed a spotlight on a label that has steadily built a reputation for narrative-driven fashion rooted in identity, heritage, and social reflection. The moment resonated across the venue as […]
Ibrahim Mahama Takes the Summit of Global Art Influence
Ibrahim Mahama has reached a defining moment in contemporary art history, emerging as the first African to lead an annual global art power ranking. The recognition places the Ghanaian artist at the center of international cultural influence, acknowledging a practice that reshapes how art engages labour, memory, and public space. His rise reflects years of consistent work that has […]
Ebo Taylor’s Final Note: Ghana’s Highlife Pioneer Dies at 90
Legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Ebo Taylor, whose creative reach extended far beyond West Africa, died on February 7, 2026, at the age of 90. The Musicians Union of Ghana announced his passing at Saltpond Hospital, just one day after he inaugurated the first edition of the Ebo Taylor Festival, an event dedicated to preserving his musical legacy. His death […]
Stanley Richards Becomes First Ex-inmate to Lead New York City’s Department of Correction
Stanley Richards made history as the first formerly incarcerated person to lead the New York City Department of Correction, a system that oversees one of the largest jail networks in the United States. His appointment marked a profound shift in how experience, accountability, and reform are understood within public institutions traditionally shaped by distance from the people they govern. […]