Popular Youtube Influencer, Nicole Thea has died at age 24. The Ghanaian internet sensation was pregnant and expecting a baby boy with boyfriend Global Boga. It’s unclear what caused Nicole and her unborn son’s death. Her family confirmed the heartbreaking news on her Instagram and shared that Nicole’s unborn son, who she hoped to name Reign, had also passed away. To all Nicole’s friends...
Wumi Toriola is a prominent Nollywood actress, producer, TV host, and entrepreneur known for her boisterous energy. As she turns a year older, here are 11 things you should know about her. 1. She was born Olawumi Toriola on July 11th, 1988. 2. She hails from Ogun State. 3. She attended Providence School in Lagos State for her primary and...
Weird MC is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and producer. Popular for hits Allen Avenue and Ijoya, she is one of Africa’s most popular female rappers, and one of the few Nigerian female artists who infused Afrobeat into her music. As she turns 50, here are some things to know about her. 1. Weird MC was born Adesola Adesimbo Idowu on 9 July 1970...
Kiki, daughter of VP Yemi Osinbajo has reacted to rumours about her owning property worth N800m in Abuja. A US-based blogger, Jackson Ude who is the publisher of Pointblank News, had alleged that Kiki, who runs GlamdAfrica, a fashion retail outfit in Abuja, owned the property located on Durban Street, Wuse 2. Ude had also accused Kiki’s father, Vice-President Yemi...
The nomination process for the office of the director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) has finally closed, and all the candidates for the WTO top job are now known. There are eight candidates in the race; three from Africa, two from Europe, one from the Middle-East, one from North America, and one from Asia. In the race are three...
Ex BBNaija 2019 housemate, Thelma is celebrating her birthday today, July 10. She took to Instagram to share mermaid-like photos of herself in celebration of her day. She wrote: It’s yet another year.. I am grateful for the gift of life, and I can’t simply thank God enough for this day. ?? . It’s my BIRTHDAY ? Enough FISH for...
U.S. Navy Lieutenant J.G. Madeline Swegle has made history, as she recently became the first Black female tactical jet pilot in the United States Navy. She is set to formally receive her gold wings at a ceremony later this month as a newly minted naval aviator. The news was first shared by her best friend, who had tweeted on July...
Indeed, there is ability in disability; that’s the story of a young Nigerian lady identified as Jennifer Oghenewaire Nikoro with a physical disability who has become a lawyer against all odds. Nikoro took to her LinkedIn page to disclose that despite her disability, she chose to push forward, and her story has gone viral. She wrote, “The road to success...
Javicia Leslie has been announced as the new lead actress CW series “Batwoman”. This makes her the first Black woman to play the character on TV. She replaces Ruby Rose, who portrayed Kate Kane as Batwoman in season 1 and quit the role in May. “I am extremely proud to be the first Black actress to play the iconic role of...
Jaiye Kuti is a popular Nollywood actress, producer, businesswoman, and brand ambassador known for her stellar acting in movies. As she turns a year older, here are some facts about her. 1. She was born Durojaiyeola Oluwakemi Kuti on July 10, 1971. 2. She hails from Yewa, Ayetoro, and Egbado in Ogun State. 3. Jaiye attended Ikorodu Grammar School before...