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Lady Kofoworola Ademola’s trailblazing journey from Nigeria to Oxford University is not just a story of academic success but also one of courage, leadership, and service. As the first African woman to earn a degree from Oxford, she shattered barriers and later made significant contributions to women’s rights and education in Nigeria. Her story is a testament to resilience and an inspiration to generations.

George Weah, the only African to win the Ballon d’Or, is a football legend whose journey from Liberia’s streets to football stardom and politics inspires millions. Discover his story of resilience, success, and global impact.

Onwuachi’s passion for Afro-Caribbean cuisine has been a driving force behind his career, and with Dōgon, he seeks to contribute to the growing recognition of this culinary tradition in the United States. The restaurant’s opening is part of a broader movement in the culinary world that is shining a spotlight on Afro-Caribbean cuisine. Onwuachi, a celebrated Nigerian-American chef, hopes to use this platform to elevate the profile of these flavors.

Damola Adamolekun is no stranger to high-stakes corporate turnarounds. Before joining Red Lobster, he served as CEO of P.F. Chang’s, the popular Asian fusion restaurant chain, where he successfully generated $1 billion in revenue and led the company to unprecedented growth

At just 18 years old, Khalifa Aminu from Kano, Nigeria, is pioneering a revolutionary invention to transform the lives of visually impaired individuals. Khalifa has designed and developed sensory glasses with infrared sensors, allowing users to navigate their surroundings safely and independently without relying on traditional walking sticks or guide dogs.

At 40, Lauritta Onye shows no signs of slowing down. She continues to train and compete, eyeing more titles and accolades on the world stage. Her passion for acting remains just as strong, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see her name in more Nollywood credits in the years to come.

Biniam Girmay’s historic achievements are more than just personal milestones; they have created ripples throughout the African cycling community. His success has encouraged more African athletes to pursue cycling professionally, with many now believing that the path to success is possible for riders from Africa.

Paulina Chiziane’s journey from a young girl in Manjacaze to an internationally recognized author is a testament to the power of storytelling as a catalyst for change. Her legacy paves the way for future generations of writers, especially women, to share their voices and shape the narratives of their communities.

In 2016, Akinlade co-founded Paystack with Ezra Olubi. The company’s mission was clear: to simplify online and offline payments for African businesses. At the time, many businesses in Nigeria and across Africa faced significant challenges when it came to accepting payments.

The marathon, which required Ajao to read continuously from published works with no more than a 30-second pause between readings, involved over 100 books spanning various subjects such as finance, sales, management, leadership, politics, health, and mental wellness. This feat not only shattered the previous record but also established itself as one of the longest marathon record attempts in Guinness World Records history.