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Nollywood is enjoying a strong year at the box office, led by Dammy Twitch’s Call of My Life, which has crossed ₦628 million in earnings. Here are the five highest-grossing Nigerian movies of 2026 so far and what made audiences flock to cinemas.

The First 200 has launched a groundbreaking index documenting 200 Black women founders who raised over $1 million in venture capital, collectively securing more than $4 billion in funding.

Nigeria’s basketball pipeline continues to impress as Otega Oweh, Felix Okpara, Tobi Lawal, and Ugonna Onyenso were selected in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft. Their selections add to the growing list of Nigerian talents making their mark on the NBA stage.

Nigerian-founded startup HaloBraid has secured $7 million in seed funding to launch a robotic braiding assistant that could significantly reduce the time required for popular braided hairstyles.

The 2026 NBA Draft first round showcased Africa’s growing influence on global basketball, with AJ Dybantsa becoming the No. 1 overall pick and Nigerian heritage stars Ebuka Okorie and Zuby Ejiofor earning first-round selections.

Martha Jesuleke is doing far more than teaching Biology. Through educational technology, climate advocacy and student mentorship, she is helping young Nigerians become scientists, innovators and environmental leaders.

: Nigeria has agreed a new contract with Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle. The Franco-Malian manager will also lead the Olympic Eagles as preparations begin for the 2028 Olympics.

Favour Ashe stormed to a historic 9.93 seconds at the Commonwealth Games Trials in Lagos, becoming the fastest Nigerian man ever on home soil and winning the national 100m title.

Nollywood actress Osas Ighodaro is stepping onto a bigger international stage with a lead role in Imported Bahu, a new Nolly-Bollywood micro-drama series. The project, created by Hamisha Daryani Ahuja, pairs Osas with Bollywood actor Rajniesh Duggall in a story filled with romance, family secrets, and cultural twists. The series premieres on July 2, 2026.

Every day, millions of people scroll through LinkedIn looking for jobs, clients, networking opportunities, and career advice. But for Roberto Lopes, one LinkedIn message has taken him to the World Cup