Mo Abudu, one of Africa’s most powerful media voices, has been named to the 2025 TIME100 list, TIME magazine’s prestigious annual ranking of the world’s most influential people. The announcement places Abudu in the “Leaders” category, recognizing her continued efforts to shape how African stories are told—and who gets to tell them
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How to Enjoy Easter Without Breaking the Bank
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGEaster is more than gifts, outfits, or grand feasts—it’s about reflection, renewal, and togetherness. And while spending can be part of the celebration, it doesn’t have to define it. Choosing to be intentional with your money doesn’t reduce the meaning of the season—it actually enhances it.
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When you think of Jay-Jay Okocha, what comes to mind? Dazzling footwork. Magical assists. That unforgettable smile. But behind the highlight reels and viral dribbles lies a treasure trove of fascinating stories that never make it into the mainstream.
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Every day, a new health trend is taking over social media. From plunging into…
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Learning and Development
The 1% Rule: Why Small Wins Matter More Than Big Goals
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGInstead of chasing drastic transformations, what if you focused on getting just 1% better every day? It doesn’t sound like much, but those tiny improvements add up over time. Imagine improving at something by just 1% daily—by the end of the year, you wouldn’t just be slightly better, you’d be 37 times better than when you started. That’s the power of small wins.
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Meet Bayo Ojulari: The Former Shell Executive Now Leading NNPC
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGWith over three decades in the oil and gas industry, Ojulari steps into the role at a crucial time, as Nigeria seeks to boost production, tackle oil theft, and implement post-Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) reforms.
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Alma Asinobi: The Nigerian Trailblazer Who Touched 7 Continents in 71 Hours
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGBefore she became a record-challenging traveler, Alma Asinobi was just a curious soul with an insatiable wanderlust. She’s not only a travel entrepreneur, but also a tech marketer, content strategist, and storyteller. However, travel wasn’t always part of her life plan.
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Chukwuebuka Enekwechi Finishes World Indoor Championships with Season’s Best Throw
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGEnekwechi’s 21.25m throw is further proof that he is closing in on the best in the world. With continued exposure to top-tier competitions and sustained support, he remains a strong medal prospect for Nigeria in upcoming global tournaments.
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Aṣa Named 2025 Yale World Fellow, Joins Network of Changemakers
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGNigerian music icon Aṣa has been named a 2025 Yale World Fellow, joining a distinguished global network of changemakers in leadership, innovation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
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Samuel Animashaun Perry, known professionally as Broda Shaggi, is not just your everyday skit maker. He has evolved from an Instagram comedian into a two-time Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) winner, bagging the prestigious Best Actor in a Comedy, Movie, or TV Series award in 2022 and 2023