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At the 56th NAACP Image Awards, held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 22, 2025, Ebony Obsidian was recognized for her …

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has returned to Nigeria to oversee the second phase of her daughter Priscilla’s wedding celebrations to Tanzanian singer …

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has launched the North-Central Women’s Empowerment Programme, targeting 18,500 women nationwide for economic growth and sustainability. In a …

Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka’s journey from a young activist in apartheid-era South Africa to a global advocate for gender equality exemplifies a life dedicated …

Jaha Dukureh’s journey from a survivor of female genital mutilation (FGM) and child marriage to a global advocate against these practices is …

Chioma Nwokedi-Momah exemplifies the modern woman’s capacity to excel across multiple demanding roles. As a mother, legal practitioner, author, and leader, her …

As Kehinde Adelaja Okoroafor celebrates her 50th birthday, we honor a woman whose life speaks compassion, and dedication to uplifting others. Her …

Tolani Alli’s path to becoming Nigeria’s leading visual storyteller was anything but conventional. Born in Ibadan, Oyo State, she initially pursued a …

Award-winning Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie, has announced her latest novel, marking the end of a 10-year wait for her many devoted readers. …

Nigerian singer-songwriter Ayra Starr has made history at the 2025 MOBO Awards, becoming the first woman in 16 years to win the …

Actress Viola Davis and bestselling author James Peterson are set to collaborate on an upcoming novel that delves into the complexities of …

From her early days as a teenage presenter in Nigeria to her current role as a Senior Channels Manager at Paramount Africa, …

Dr. Monique Nsanzabaganwa’s ascent to the role of Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) on February 6, 2021, marks a …

A former Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice in Kaduna State, Amina Ruth Sijuwade left an indelible mark on the legal profession. Her …

Blessing Omakwu stands out as an epitome of progress. As the Head of Goalkeepers at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, she …

Dr. Suah’s journey to becoming a transplant surgeon began in her childhood, shaped by both her family’s support and her awareness of …

Nigerian-American basketball star Chiney Ogwumike has been named the first-ever female ambassador of the Basketball Africa League (BAL). This historic appointment marks …

Dr. Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, the Honorable Mandate Secretary for the Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, extends heartfelt congratulations to …

Nigeria’s first lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has been elected as a member of the Steering Committee of the Organization of African First Ladies …

Adenike Ogunlesi, the visionary founder and Creative Director of Ruff ‘n’ Tumble, has redefined Nigeria’s children’s fashion industry through sacrifice and a …

Joy Wanjiru Machugu-Zenz, a Kenyan-born entrepreneur based in Germany, has been a transformative force in empowering African women across continents. Through her …

There was a time when traditional career paths were often revered – sacrosanct! Although, we’re still evolving in our embrace of an …

“I was born into wealth… I had no idea ‘face me, I face you’ houses existed until I got married.” Alice Iyabo …