Bukky Wright is a popular Nigerian actress, producer, politician, and businesswoman. Although she has been off the entertainment scene, the veteran actress truly made her mark during her heyday. Here are a few notable facts about Bukky Wright. 1. Bukky Wright was born Oluwabukola Sekinat Ajoke Wright on 31 March 1967 to a Christian father and a Muslim mother in...
Ruth Kadiri is a popular Nigerian actress, screenwriter, and film producer who has carved a name for herself in Nollywood with her strong performances and writing skills. She was in the news recently for adding another name to her Instagram page, which might indicate that she’s married. Here are 9 things you should know about her. 1. Ruth Kadiri was...
Olufunmilola Aduke Iyanda, better known as Funmi Iyanda, is a Nigerian talk show host, broadcaster, journalist, and blogger. She produced and hosted a popular talk show, New Dawn with Funmi, which aired on the national network for over eight years. Early Life Iyanda was born in Lagos to the family of Gabriel and Yetunde Iyanda. Her father was originally from Ogbomoso, and her mother...
Kemi Akindoju, popularly known as Kemi Lala, is an award-winning actor, producer, casting director, and entrepreneur in Nigeria. Here is a profile of the actress. Early Life Born March 8, 1987, Kemi Akindoju hails from Ondo State, Nigeria, and is from a family of 4. She attended The Fountain School, Surulere, Lagos, for her primary school education. She attended Queen’s...
Hannah Beachler is an American film production designer who has worked on several movies like Creed, Moonlight, Black Panther, and many other blockbusters. Beachler, who recently got nominated for her design direction on the superhero movie “Black Panther” at the Academy Awards (OSCARS) for Best Production Design, is the first African-American production designer to be nominated in that category. ALSO READ:...
If you grew up listening to hit songs like “Smooth Operator” and “Sweetest Taboo,” you’ll definitely know the musical legend Sade Adu. Sade Adu is a British-Nigerian singer who is known for her grace and unmistakably soothing voice. Her sultry, soul-inspired songs struck a chord around the world in the 80s and 90s. The four-time Grammy Award winner turned 60...
Mercy Johnson Okojie is a Nigerian actress, film producer, and brand ambassador. Mercy’s versatility in every role she takes on captivates her audience, leading to numerous awards. Here is a profile of her. Early Life Mercy Johnson-Okojie was born on the 28th of August 1984 in Lagos to a former naval officer, Mr. Daniel Johnson, and Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson,...
Sandra Tubobereni is one of Nigeria’s finest designers and the creative director of the foremost fashion brand, TUBO. She has designed outfits for notable celebrities like Rita Dominic, Adesua Etomi, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, and many more. Here’s everything you should know about her. Early Life Sandra Tubobereni was born in May 1991 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. She has a...
Angelica Nwandu is the owner of The Shade Room, a successful US-based digital media company that reports about celebrity gossip and news. Dubbed the Oprah of her generation, the company, which started as an Instagram page, has grown to become a dominant force in the entertainment industry. Here’s all you need to know about her: 1. Angelica Nwandu was...
The phrase “women are the future” is not just a mere phrase; it’s the reality of today’s world. Dr. Hadiyah-Nicole Green is one of the few Black female physicists in the US and one of the first African American women to earn a Ph.D. in physics. The recent winner of a $1.1 million grant from the Veterans Affairs’ Office of...