Oluwatobi Ajayi mastered global automotive systems at Mercedes-Benz, then made a bold pivot. This is how he built Nord Automobile and challenged Nigeria’s role as just a consumer market.
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IndustryPeople
5 Things You Should Know About Sope Dirisu, Marvel’s New Blade
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGBlade is back, and Marvel is taking the shadows seriously this time. British-Nigerian actor Sope Dirisu will star as the Daywalker in Blade, hitting screens February 5, 2027.
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PeopleSports
Yinka Ilori: The Creative Mind Behind AFCON’s Man of the Match Trophy
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGYinka Ilori didn’t just design a trophy — he designed a statement. AFCON’s Man of the Match award blends colour, culture, and storytelling, turning a football moment into a symbol of African pride and global creativity.
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IndustryPeopleTechnology
How Etop Ikpe Quietly Built Africa’s Leading Auto Tech Empire
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGBefore Cars45 closed deals in 45 minutes and Autochek scaled across Africa, Etop Ikpe was asking a quieter question. Why do broken systems survive for so long. This spotlight traces how an actuarial mind built structure, trust, and infrastructure in one of Africa’s toughest markets.
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PeopleTechnology
Temitope Ogunsemo Turned a Transcript Issue Into an Empire
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGTemitope Ogunsemo turned a frustrating transcript issue into a $3M EdTech company. Krystal Digital’s MySkool Portal now powers thousands of students across Nigeria, modernizing classrooms and giving students skills for the digital world.
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From Blackberry campus ambassador to the architect of Nigeria’s creator economy — meet Tiwalola Olanubi, the mind behind Dotts Media and Trendupp Africa.
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Adewale Ayuba didn’t just sing Fuji—he transformed it. From a child performer in Ogun State to a global ambassador of Yoruba rhythms, Ayuba’s legacy spans decades, albums, and stages. Explore his music, fashion, and impact on African pop culture
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IndustryPeopleTechnology
Meet Wemimo Abbey: From Lagos to Billion-Dollar Fintech
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGDiscover how Wemimo Abbey turned personal experience into Esusu, a billion-dollar fintech empowering millions to build credit and financial stability.
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HealthPeople
Meet Dr. Samuel Achilefu, The Scientist Who Makes Cancer Glow
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGDr. Samuel Achilefu, a Nigerian-born scientist, turned light into a life-saving tool. His CancerVision Goggles help surgeons see cancer cells in real time, transforming surgeries, saving lives, and proving that innovation and impact can shine — literally and metaphorically.
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PeopleSports
Meet Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, the Powerful African Shot Put Star Breaking Records
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGChukwuebuka Enekwechi has spent a decade redefining strength for Nigeria — from a Purdue standout to Africa’s first 22m shot putter. His story isn’t just about medals, but about mastery, identity, and the quiet power of consistency.
