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Big Brother Naija alumni Neo Akpofure and Venita Akpofure have once again captured the spotlight, clinching the titles of best-dressed male and female at the cultural day of the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).

With this appointment, Maj. Gen Fatuma Ahmed joins the ranks of esteemed military leaders, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of women in Kenya’s armed forces. Her extensive experience and distinguished service within the military make her an exemplary choice for this vital leadership role.

In a groundbreaking achievement, Oluwami (Wami) Dosunmu-Ogunbi has become the first black woman to earn a Doctorate in Robotics from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, in the United States. Her remarkable accomplishment is a personal triumph and a significant milestone for diversity and representation in robotics.

Atawodi, currently serving as the Director of Product Management for Creator Experience and YouTube Studio at Google, brings a wealth of experience in communications and product strategy to her new role. Before her tenure at Google, she held key positions at Netflix and Uber, where she spearheaded product development and payment initiatives.

A 17-year-old Nigerian student named Oluwafemi Ositade has accomplished a remarkable feat by securing…

Oxford University has announced the recipients of its honorary degrees for 2024. Dr. Ngozi…

The EIBIC programme, approved by the UNILAG Senate, is designed to bridge socioeconomic gaps in Nigeria and prepare students for the future job market. According to Professor Ayodele Atsenuwa, the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Development Services, the programme aims to equip students with dual capacities, enhancing their employability and entrepreneurial skills.

In a remarkable feat of endurance and skill, Nigerian chess prodigy Tunde Onakoya has shattered the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon, surpassing the previous benchmark set by Norwegians Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad in 2018. Onakoya’s extraordinary achievement comes after an epic battle of intellect and resilience that has captivated audiences worldwide.

TIME Magazine has recently unveiled its annual list of the 100 most influential people worldwide for 2024. The list features leaders, innovators, and change-makers from various industries and continents. The magazine edition has four different covers showcasing four members of the list: singer-songwriter Dua Lipa, football quarterback Patrick Mahomes, actor Taraji P. Henson, and Yulia Navalnaya, a prominent figure in Russia’s opposition movement.

In a bid to make history, Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, is gearing up for an extraordinary challenge in the heart of New York City’s iconic Times Square. His mission: to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon, aiming to play chess for an astonishing 58 consecutive hours without a single defeat.