Ahmed Ololade, professionally known as Asake, is a prominent Nigerian singer and songwriter born on January 13, 1995. Known for his distinct blend of Afrobeats, Street Pop, and Amapiano, Asake rose to stardom with his viral 2020 single “Lady” and has since become one of the most influential names in African music. Early Life and […]
Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, is a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter who shot to fame in 2023 with the viral success of his track Elon Musk. Born on April 12, 2000, in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, Shallipopi’s rise to stardom was swift, thanks to his unique sound blending Afrobeats, hip-hop, and street slang. […]
Funke Akindele has transcended beyond a household name to a movement in the Nollywood industry. She has become a citadel of success not from sheer luck but from hardcore discipline, ghetto courage, and rugged consistency. The 47-year-old Nollywood actress has proven over time that the hall of fame and popularity is not for the faint […]
Adamson Alade-Bo “Damson” Idris, born 2 September 1991 in Peckham, South East London emerged from a large Nigerian-British family as the youngest of six children. He combined intellectual curiosity with athleticism, playing football and rugby and once meeting Queen Elizabeth II during her 2002 Golden Jubilee celebration. Damson dreamed as a child of becoming the “next Cristiano Ronaldo,” […]
Introduction Olalekan maxwell fabilola Is a Nigerian cultural entrepreneur,a Yoruba and culture teacher,author,and advocate for the Yoruba language and heritage. He is best known as the creator and host of masoyinbo, an innovative Yoruba language game show that educates and entertains audiences while promoting Yoruba culture. Education and Early Career Born in oba-Ile,akure,Nigeria,fabilola grew up […]
Iretioluwa Oba-Okojie is a certified sexuality and wellness coach, analyst and an author. She was born and raised in Nigeria before she moved abroad, although her exact date of birth and age are not publicly shared. From a young age, she was known for her compassion, curiosity, and ability to connect deeply with people. Her […]
Niyi Fagbemi was born on September 10 in Lagos, Nigeria. He grew up fascinated by culture, travel, and visual storytelling. He earned the nickname “Africa’s Lens” for capturing the spirit and unseen beauty of his continent. His early curiosity for exploration laid the foundation for a career that would redefine visual narratives across Africa. Niyi Fagbemi Education and Early […]
Veekee James Atere (born Ruth Erikan James in Nsit Atai, Akwa Ibom State) grew up in Ajegunle, Lagos, as the only daughter among two brothers. She earned the nickname “Veekee” early on while helping her widowed mother in their tailoring shop. She faced adversity when her architect father passed away at age five, but she […]
Kevin Oluwole Olusola (born October 5, 1988, in Pasadena, California) grew up in a richly musical household. His Nigerian father drove excellence and regularly asked, “When will you start medical school?”, even after Kevin won Grammys with Pentatonix. His parents recognized his musical gifts at six months and enrolled him in piano lessons. He began piano […]
Introduction and Background Tony Onyemaechi Elumelu, born on March 22, 1963, in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, is a distinguished Nigerian economist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Growing up in a family rooted in hard work and community values, Elumelu was inspired from a young age to pursue business ventures that would foster both economic growth and social […]