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 […]
Balikis Oluremi “Remi” Tinubu, popularly known as Remi Tinubu, is a politician and pastor from Nigeria. She is the spouse of President Bola Tinubu and was formerly the First Lady of Lagos State from 1999 to 2007, when her husband served as governor. Remi Tinubu came into the spotlight as the wife of Bola Tinubu, […]
African students face numerous challenges when pursuing careers in renewable energy. Scholarships for African students in renewable energy help reduce these challenges. Financial support gives access to resources, expert mentorship, and hands-on training. More scholarship programs are open for 2025 and offer full support across study levels. Opportunities cover solar, wind, hydropower, bioenergy, and other […]
Seyi Tinubu, a prominent Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist, is widely recognized for his business acumen, particularly as the CEO of Loatsad Promomedia, an out-of-home advertising company. Born into one of Nigeria’s most influential political families on October 13, 1985, Seyi is the son of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the current President of Nigeria and former Governor […]