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 […]
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 […]
Coco Gauff’s ascent to stardom is a story for the ages. A viral video once captured an eight-year-old Gauff dancing with unbridled joy on the hallowed grounds of Arthur Ashe Stadium. Little did the world know that eleven years later, this same teenager would return to that very stadium, this time not as a spectator, but as a champion, […]
Education, check! Leadership, check! Empowerment, check! Talk about excellence and innovation, Hon. Stella Erhuvwuoghene Okotete’s name rings a mighty church bell. Born on April 20th, 1984, in Warri, Delta State, she has carved an inspiring path of continuous learning and achievement. From prestigious institutions worldwide to her role as Executive Director of Business Development at the Nigerian Export-Import Bank […]
In December 2022, Forbes’ list of the World’s Most Powerful 100 Women featured three formidable African women who are defying stereotypes, and carving unimaginable paths on the global stage. These women, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Nigerian economist and Director General of the World Trade Organization Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and media mogul Mosunmola Abudu, have not only broken barriers but […]
It was an awe-inspiring event that captured the essence of service and unity at the official installation of Bolaji Odunuga as the 70th and the first black President of the Rotary Club of Crawley last Saturday, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Crawley. The grand-styled occasion which left a profound impact on attendees, witnessed an immense show of love, cheers, […]
Three extraordinary sisters are defying stereotypes and rewriting aviation history in the skies above Ondo State, Nigeria. Meet Mopelola, Oluwaseun, and Oluwafunmilayo Makinde – three driven and talented pilots who share not only a passion for flying but also a remarkable family legacy that has inspired them to shatter gender barriers in the male-dominated world of aviation. Inspired by […]
