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. […]
Remembering Nigeria’s Goalsfather Rashidi Yekini, Eleven Years After…
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 […]
Alex Okosi: Engineering Digital Transformation and Amplifying African Voices at Google
Ogbuefi Akunne Alex Uche Okosi, a visionary business executive of Nigerian origin has had a journey laid with triumph, education, and success-driven passion. From his humble beginnings in Nigeria to his present role at Google, with a desire to inspire aspiring leaders, one thing is clear, this guy is out to revolutionize Africa’s tech industry. Okosi’s story is a […]
Happy 63rd Independence Day, Nigeria!
Today marks 63 years of Nigeria’s independence, a journey that has been marked with triumphs, challenges, and immense pride as a nation. Cheers to unity and looking forward to a brighter future. Happy Independence Day, Nigeria!
Celebrating The Luminary of Nollywood, Kunle Afolayan on His Birthday
Today, we celebrate Kunle Afolayan’s remarkable journey on his birthday – a true veteran in every sense of the word. We honor not just a man, but a visionary whose contributions are etched in the annals of Nigerian cinematic history. Afolayan’s indomitable spirit has paved the way for a bright and promising future for Nollywood, forever altering the landscape […]
Farewell Pa Oluyemi Lawrence Adeyemi: How Can We Ever Forget Pa Suara of Super Story
In a solemn announcement that reverberated through Nollywood circles, the family of veteran Nigerian actor, Pa Oluyemi Lawrence Adeyemi disclosed his peaceful departure on September 24th, 2023. The iconic actor, celebrated for his portrayal of Pa Suara in the legendary TV series, “Super Story,” bid farewell, leaving behind a legacy etched in the hearts of many. Adeyemi Adetoun, the […]
King Sunny Ade at 77: Pioneering Juju Music’s Global Reign
There are people who make music and there are some of them, very few actually, who are really destined to make music. With vibrant rhythms and lively melodies of juju music, King Sunny Ade as he is globally known, etched his destiny as a titan of talent and tenacity in the heart of the universe. As he celebrates 77 […]
63 Cheers to the Lioness of Bourdillon, Oluremi Tinubu: A Legacy of Service, Philanthropy, and Political Excellence
As she celebrates her 63rd birthday, Oluremi Tinubu stands as an illuminant of multi-faceted accomplishments — a teacher, author, cleric, humanist, philanthropist, and politician. The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, she embodies the strength behind the throne, offering unwavering support to her husband, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a crucial figure tasked with shaping the destiny of […]
Grace Oyin Adejobi: The Oldest Living Nigerian Actress
In Nigeria’s rich entertainment history, where the vibrant world of Nollywood now thrives, lie the unsung heroes and heroines who sowed the seeds of this flourishing industry. One such luminary is Grace Oyin Adejobi, famously known as Iya Osogbo, a true pioneer in the history of Nigerian acting and the oldest living actress in the nation at the age […]
Five Institutions Founded by the late Doyen of African Accounting, Akintola Williams
Akintola Williams, Nigeria’s esteemed pioneer of accountancy, laid the foundation for an enduring legacy that extended beyond the corridors of finance. His groundbreaking journey saw the establishment of influential institutions, leaving an indelible mark on the accounting profession and environmental conservation in Africa. Deloitte & Touche (formerly Akintola Williams Deloitte) In 1952, Akintola Williams planted the seed for Africa’s […]