Oluwatosin Olateju

Nigerian Born Oluwatosin Olateju Makes History As First Black Female Public Health Commissioner in Maryland, US

Nigerian-born Dr. Oluwatosin Olateju was recently appointed by Governor Wes Moore of Maryland, making her the first black woman in the state’s history to serve as commissioner and co-chair of the newly established Commission on Public Health. The Commission will assess the foundational public health capabilities of the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and Local Health Departments (LHDs), and make …

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Inspiring Fifty Africa

FabWoman Founder, Anu Odubanjo Among Winners Of Inspiring Fifty Africa’s 2023 Top Women In Technology Award

Founder of FabWoman.ng, Anu Odubanjo has been recognized as one of the top inspiring 50 women in technology of 2023 by Inspiring Fifty Africa in collaboration with EQL:Her. The awards and gala night were held in Capetown, South Africa, on November 13th, 2023 saw a gathering of female entrepreneurs who were making an impact via technology across the African region. …

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PAU Maiden Edition TEDxPAU

PAU Launches Maiden Edition of TEDxPAU

The Pan-Atlantic University recently played host to a captivating TEDx event, bringing together a diverse group of thought leaders and industry experts to enlighten attendees under the theme “Rethink.” The event took place at the Honeywell Auditorium of the Lagos Business School (LBS) on November 4th and was an amazing success, leaving attendees enlightened and inspired. The TEDxPAU event featured …

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Folorunsho Alakija Life Lessons

6 Life Lessons Every Woman Can Learn From Nigeria’s Richest Woman, Folorunsho Alakija

These life lessons from Nigeria’s richest female tycoon, Folorunsho Alakija will spur you to success. Ranked by Forbes as the richest woman in Nigeria with an estimated net worth of over $2 billion, Folorunsho Alakija has proven to be a successful woman both career- and business-wise. Alakija, who is the managing director of The Rose of Sharon Group, executive vice …

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Homeless sisters who became nurses

Inspiring Story Of 6 Sisters Who Defied All Odds To Become Nurses At The Same Time

These sisters were homeless for ten years but became nurses at the same time in May 2023. In the pursuit of happiness, six sisters have shown what it means to turn lemons into lemonade.  Despite being homeless for ten years after losing their family home, the Lawrence sisters didn’t allow their circumstances to stop them from pursuing higher education and …

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Nigerian women athletes

Breaking Stereotypes: Nigerian Women Athletes Inspire A Nation

In the heart of Nigeria, where tradition and modernity intertwine, a remarkable revolution is taking place. Nigerian women athletes are defying stereotypes, shattering boundaries, and leaving an indelible mark on the global sports stage. Their journeys are not just about breaking records; they are about breaking stereotypes that have lingered for generations. This blog post is a celebration of the …

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MTN MIP-2 Fellows South Africa

MTN MIP-2 Fellows Begin Their Fully Funded One Week Study Trip To South Africa

MTN MIP-2 Fellows embark on one-week study trip to Johannesburg, South Africa The second cohort of the MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP-2) began their nine-day study trip to South Africa on Friday, September 15, 2023, as a part of their six-month fully funded fellowship on media innovation. Before their takeoff from Nigeria, the Fellows were treated to a premium experience …

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MTN MIP Fellows Engage With Karl Toriola On Telecom Industry Dynamics

The MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) Cohort 2 Fellows engaged in an enlightening session with Karl Toriola, CEO, MTN Nigeria.  The meeting held in the CEO’s boardroom and served as a platform for candid exchange of ideas and insights that shed light on a spectrum of crucial topics, ranging from the MTN Foundation’s initiatives to the network’s quality of service, …

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juliet ehimuan zenith bank

Zenith Bank Appoints Juliet Ehimuan As Non-Executive Director

The Board of Directors of Zenith Bank Plc has appointed Juliet Ehimuan as a non-executive director of the firm effective August 29, 2023. Ehimuan is the immediate past director of  Google West Africa. She is also the founder and CEO of Beyond Limits. The appointment, which was announced in a statement to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited, has also been …

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Somadila Igboanugo

‘How I Broke Record At Russian University’ —Somadila Igboanugo, First Class Medicine Graduate

Nigerian women have continued to show they have all it takes to make history across the country’s border. Somadila Igboanugo, a medical graduate and a blogger recently graduated with a First Class with a 5.0/5.0 CGPA from Rostov State Medical University, Russia. In this exclusive interview with Nigerian Tribune, she shares her success story. I feel excited to have graduated …

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