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Veteran figures in the Nigerian film industry, Idowu Philips, widely known as Iya Rainbow, and Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD), were honored with the prestigious Industry Merit Award at the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA 2024).

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).

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.

With a career spanning over 16 years in corporate, commercial legal practice, banking, and financial advisory services, Obong Idiong is a beacon of excellence in the Nigerian business landscape.

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.

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.

Farida Bedwei is one of these innovators who is making a significant impact in the field of fin-tech in Ghana and beyond. She is a software engineer and co-founder of Logiciel, who has shown that with determination, creativity, and resilience, it is possible to shape the future of technology while positively impacting society.

As FORBES AFRICA celebrates the 10th anniversary of its 30 Under 30 list, it continues to spotlight the continent’s most influential and impactful young individuals. The class of 2024 exemplifies the ethos of innovation, influence, and individuality, showcasing a diverse range of talents and achievements.

In a momentous occasion celebrated both in Nigeria and the global military community, Officer Cadet Owowoh Princess Oluchukwu has etched her name in history as the first Nigerian female officer to graduate from the esteemed United Kingdom’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS).