Nigerian Businessman,Yemi Mobolade Shatters Political Norms, Becomes First Black Mayor of Colorado Springs

In a stunning political upset, Yemi Mobolade, a Nigerian immigrant and businessman without prior political experience, emerged victorious in the Colorado Springs mayoral runoff, making history as the city’s first elected Black mayor. Defeating his Republican opponent Wayne Williams, Mobolade secured 57% of the vote, signaling a seismic shift in the traditionally conservative stronghold. The […]

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Tems Wows at the Oscars (Images)

Nigerian singer and songwriter Tems caused a stir with her Oscars 2023 appearance thanks to her enormous white dress with a giant headpiece. Tems, who co-wrote the hit song Lift Me Up with Rihanna attended her first Oscars this year. The song from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was nominated in the Best Music (Original Song) […]

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Sixty Sealed on Seal

Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel, known simply as Seal, is a British-Nigerian singer and an iconic musician with a distinctive soulful voice whose music has influenced the world. Born on 19 February 1963 to a Yoruba mother and an Afro-Brazilian father, he was raised by a foster family in Westminster, London.  Seal has won multiple […]

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Salome Mbugua: A Roaring Voice of Hope

In a world where women, children, and the youth are often marginalized and excluded from mainstream opportunities, Salome Mbugua is a beacon of hope. A researcher, gender equality activist, and human rights advocate, she has spent over two decades working with underrepresented groups in Europe, Africa, and internationally. Salome’s passion for social justice stems from […]

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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 […]

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