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 […]
True strength isn’t just measured in biceps, but in the power to flex the mind and turn the tides of challenge with sheer wit and wisdom. After all, the brain is the ultimate muscle behind every formidable flex. When David Goggins – an American retired United States Navy SEAL and an accomplished endurance athlete, Goggins completed over 60 ultra-marathons, […]
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 […]
Engr. Dr. Felicia Agubata, a former President of the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), has been bestowed with the honor of having a London Metropolitan/Piccadilly line station named after her on a special engineering-themed Tube map. The map, initiated by the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng) and Transport for London (TFL), commemorates engineers from various disciplines […]
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 […]
Maureen Layokun is a name that radiates sophistication, class, and elegance in London’s media and journalism. Hailing from Nigeria and based in the UK, this multi-faceted journalist has earned her place in the limelight, not just as a prominent publisher but also as a proud wife and mother. Maureen has culminated a highly successful journey for herself with many […]
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. […]
Zoleka Mandela, granddaughter of the revered Nelson Mandela, passed away on September 25, 2023, after a valiant battle with metastatic cancer. She was 43 years old. This somber news was confirmed by her family spokesperson, Zwelabo Mandela, through an Instagram post. Zoleka was initially diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 32. After achieving remission, the cancer unfortunately […]
On this day, we celebrate the life and achievements of Dr. Ebun Joseph Arogundade, a lighthouse of diversity, a bigwig academia, and an influential voice in the fight against racism. Born in 1970 in Benin City, Nigeria, Dr. Joseph’s journey has been marked by a passionate commitment to promoting racial equality and understanding. From Microbiology to Social Justice Dr. […]
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 […]
