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
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18-Year-Old Nigerian Inventor Khalifa Aminu Develops Sensory Glasses for the Visually Impaired
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGAt 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.
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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.
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6 Effective Ways to Overcome Financial Stress
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGOverwhelmed by financial stress? You’re not alone! Check out these 6 ways to regain control of your money—and your peace of mind. #FinancialHealth #StressManagement #PersonalFinance
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Folashade Oluwafemiayo Win Para Powerlifting Gold; Sets New Record
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGNigeria’s para-powerlifting star and team captain, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, delivered an extraordinary performance at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, breaking two world records on her way to winning the gold medal in the women’s over 86kg category.
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Lookman and Osimhen Score as Super Eagles Cruise to Victory in AFCON Qualifier
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGWith the win, Nigeria takes an early lead in their qualifying group and will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches. The Super Eagles’ blend of emerging talents, such as Lookman and Osimhen, alongside experienced players like Wilfred Ndidi and Moses Simon, gives the team a balanced and potent attack that can challenge any opponent.
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Ugwunwa’s silver medal brings Nigeria’s total medal count at the Games to four. This marks another significant achievement for the 40-year-old, who has now earned three consecutive Paralympic medals.
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The Khoisan languages are a group of African languages known for their distinctive use of click consonants. These languages were once thought to belong to a single language family, but modern linguistic research has revealed that they actually consist of several different language families and language isolates.
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Onyinyechi Mark Wins Gold and Sets New Paralympic Record at Paris 2024
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGNigerian powerlifter Onyinyechi Mark delivered a stunning performance at the ongoing 2024 Paralympic Games, winning gold in the women’s 61kg powerlifting category. The 23-year-old set a new Paralympic and world record by lifting an astonishing 150kg, cementing her status as one of the world’s best in the sport.
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South African goalkeeper and Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has etched his name in history by becoming the first South African to be nominated for the prestigious Yashin Trophy at the 2024 Ballon d’Or awards.