Hall of Fame
Hello Refined Nigerians! We had quite a resourceful week loaded with wins across industries. This week’s Hall of Fame features exceptional Nigerians that made us proud in the week. We are thrilled by their achievements, and by our cause, we continue to celebrate them. See below for more details.
Seun Kuti Signs With California-Based Record Label
Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, recently made a major move with an international record label. The musician has signed with Knitting Factory Management. This huge move by Seun Kuti is set to unveil a new chapter in his career as well as the sustained legacy of his family’s work.
Wizkid is a Two-Time NAACP Image Award Winner!
Revolutionary Afro-pop artiste, Wizkid has astounded us with yet another achievement. At the 52nd NAACP Image Awards, Beyonce’s ’Brown Skin Girl’ featuring Wizkid was announced ’Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album’ of the year, making Wizkid a winner of the 2021 NAACP Image Award for his collaboration with Beyonce on Brown Skin Girl.
Lawrence Okolie Knocked Out Krzysztof Glowacki to Win WBO World Title
Lawrence Okolie, a Nigerian-British boxer has knocked out Krzysztof Glowacki, one of the top five cruiserweights in the world in the sixth round to become WBO world cruiserweight champion. The boxer delivered a punch-perfect display before initiating a sixth-round knockout to earn his first world title.
Victor Oladipo Traded to Miami Heat
Miami Heat has acquired star guard Victor Oladipo from the Houston Rockets. Victor Oladipo was traded for the second time this season, moving from Houston Rockets to Miami Heat.
Karting Champion, Ugo Ugochukwu Signed Long-Term Deal with McLaren Racings
Nigerian-American karting champion, Ugo Ugochukwu has signed a long-term deal with McLaren, a British motor racing team to receive career support and development through racing’s junior categories. The agreement provides an option to sign Ugochukwu to a race deal in the future.
David Wej Launched a UK Fashion Store
David Eweje is the founder of David Wej Clothing, a lifestyle brand committed to redefining style across all genres, locally and internationally. To broaden its distribution outside of Nigeria, David Eweje recently disclosed the brand’s new UK store, David Wej Lagos.
Congratulations to these achievers. We are so proud.