Nsikak Essien is a name that rings a bell in the world of journalism. He is a renowned editor, columnist, and consummate journalist whose passion for writing has taken him on a journey of a lifetime. With over four decades of professional journalism under his belt, Essien’s name is synonymous with excellence, integrity, and professionalism in the media industry […]
Tems Makes History at 2023 Grammys
Nigerian singer Tems on Sunday, cemented her place in history as she won a Grammy at the 2023 Grammys. Tems won alongside Future and Drake, for Best Melodic Rap Performance with “Wait for U The 2022 track won out over songs from other artists including Jack Harlow (“First Class”), Kendrick Lamar (“Die Hard”), Latto (“Big Energy (Live)”), DJ Khaled […]
Content Creators Stacking Dollars Via YouTube
YouTube, the video streaming giant, has recently released a list of the top trending content creators in Nigeria. These content creators not only have the highest subscribers and viewership, but they have also become some of the richest content creators in Nigeria. In the last three years, YouTube has paid over $50 billion to creators, artists, and media companies. […]
Siene Allwell-Brown: Celebrating an Icon
Siene Allwell-Brown, a former television presenter with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), is celebrating her 70th birthday, and it’s time to take a look back at her life and career. Born in Lagos, Nigeria in 1953, Siene grew up in a household that valued education and hard work. She was encouraged by her parents to pursue her passions and […]
Falz & Macaroni Breaks the Net, Visit physically challenged Fan
Adejobi had always dreamed of meeting his idols, the talented and charismatic Mr Macaroni and Falz. For years, he had followed their careers, watching their videos and performances with unbridled enthusiasm. So when he got the chance to finally meet them in person, he could hardly contain his excitement. As he walked into the living room and saw his […]
Rhasidat Adeleke Named RTE Sport Young Sportsperson of the Year
Sprint sensation, Rhasidat Adeleke was named the RTE Sport Young Sportsperson of the Year at the RTE Sports Awards 2022 for the best in Irish sports for the year Hosted by Jacqui Hurley, Evanne Ní Chuilinn, and Ruby Walsh, the event which was held at Studio 4 in Montrose last Saturday, celebrated a successful year for Irish athletics. Katie […]
Yemi Alade: Pure Gold, Superstar
Nigerian music superstar, Yemi Alade has been captivating audiences and topping charts all over Africa and across the globe with her unique blend of Afrobeats, R&B, and pop music. With her powerhouse vocals and electrifying stage presence, it is no wonder she’s been dubbed the “Queen of Afrobeats,” “Queen of Kings”, and “Mama Africa”. Born in Abia State, Nigeria, […]
The Rise & Rise of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
“When you have big dreams about how to serve other people, it can really be exciting. But when you have dreams about how to advance yourself, it can be frustrating because you start dreaming small. And I want young people to know that once you have brains, you have flexibility.” – Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (GCON) According to the African belief […]
Chinonye Chukwu: Amazon on the Rise
Chinonye Chukwu is an accomplished screenwriter, director, and producer, Chukwu rose to become one of the waves of Hollywood in the 21st century with her signature silence-punctuated performances to express deeper emotions with the faces of her actors. Chukwu is the first black woman to win the U.S. Dramatic Grand Jury Prize at Sundance in 2019 has bagged numerous […]
Momoh Siblings Chasing Boxing Glory in Ireland
In a world where almost, every kid around wants to be the next Messi or Ronaldo, two Nigerian brothers in Dublin Ireland, Prince Rasheed and Prince Khamal Momoh both from Castlebar Boxing Club are punching their way through every challenge in front of them to live their dreams and fight to become the best of the best in the […]