Appointment

Big news from the intersection of AI and global infrastructure! Adebayo “Bayo” Ogunlesi, a Nigerian-born business leader and Chairman of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), has been appointed to OpenAI’s Board of Directors

Breaking barriers and shattering a 46-year tradition, Mojisola Meranda has been elected as the first female Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. From her royal lineage to her trailblazing political journey, Meranda’s rise is a testament to her dedication and passion for public service. Discover her inspiring story and what her leadership means for Lagos and Nigeria.

Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade has been named the 46th Alaafin of Oyo by Governor Seyi Makinde. Learn about his background, vision, and what this means for Oyo Kingdom.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has taken a groundbreaking step by appointing Sékou Chelle, a former Mali national team coach, as the head coach of the Super Eagles. The decision, announced on January 7, 2025, makes Chelle the first non-Nigerian African to manage Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team.

History has been made in Namibia as Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah becomes the nation’s first female president, securing a decisive 57% vote in last week’s presidential election.

The General Council of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has reappointed Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as its Director-General for a second four-year term. Her new tenure will commence on September 1, 2025, following the conclusion of her first term. This

In a significant announcement by the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) in collaboration with the Federal Sports Ministry, Tobi Amusan, the world record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, has been named Nigeria’s flag-bearer for the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics. The ceremony, set to take place on the River Seine on Friday, July 26, 2024, will mark the official start of the much-anticipated Games.

The National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) has bestowed the title of Honorary…

In another military landmark achievement, Second Lieutenant Oluchukwu Owowoh has been promoted to the…

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the historic appointment of Yetunde Longe as the first female secretary of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Longe, who is an Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role.