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Before 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.

Her performance in Children of Mud was so moving that it earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a Drama at the 2018 AMVCAs, making her the youngest nominee in the history of the awards. Competing alongside industry legends like Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Keira Hewatch, Mariam proved that talent has no age limit

Dr. Anita Kemi DaSilva-Ibru’s work is a powerful reminder that ending gender-based violence requires more than awareness—it requires action. Through WARIF, advocacy, and policymaking, she has created real change—but the fight is far from over.

Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin is revolutionizing education for young Nigerian girls through technology. Discover how this CNN Hero is breaking barriers and shaping the future of women in tech.

Bose Ogulu’s journey from linguist and educator to one of Africa’s most powerful talent managers is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and vision. She has redefined the role of an artist manager, proving that success is not just about strategy.

At just 10 years old, Hephzibah Akinwale accomplished what many seasoned writers only dream of—she penned a 58,000-word novel, setting a Guinness World Record for the longest fiction novel written by a child.

In 2022, she made her feature film debut in The Woman King, an epic historical drama inspired by the true story of the Agojie, an all-female warrior unit that protected the Kingdom of Dahomey in the 18th and 19th centuries, starring alongside Viola Davis, Lashana Lynch, and John Boyega.

From the spotlight as a top model to leading Nigeria’s media space, Titi Oyinsan is more than a voice—she’s a movement for change. Read her full story here.

Ahmad’s trajectory toward a leadership role in finance was clear from these formative years. Her early experiences imbued her with resilience and a strong sense of purpose, setting the stage for a career that would redefine the financial system in Nigeria.