British-Nigerian Kemi Badenoch has announced her intention to become the next British Prime Minister. Badenoch resigned from government as equalities minister on July 6, 2022, and two days later, launched a bid to replace Boris Johnson as the new Conservative leader. Here are a few facts about her. 1. Kemi Badenoch was born Olukemi Olufunto Adegoke on January 2,...
Genoveva Umeh is a British-Nigerian actress who rose to prominence for her role as ‘Timileyin’ in the Netflix series, Blood Sisters. Blood Sisters primarily tells the story of Sarah, a young woman who is set to marry a physically abusive man. Despite her best friend Kemi’s objection, she goes ahead with the wedding, which leads to a series of...
Nigerian rapper M.I. announced that he is walking down the aisle with his fiancée, Eniola Mafe. A video that trended on Sunday, April 3, details how the lovebirds met in December 2020 and their journey to becoming ‘Mr and Mrs.’ Eniola Mafe is the real definition of ‘beauty and brains’ as she boasts an enviable resume. A strategist and international...
Winnie Harlow is a Canadian fashion model and public spokesperson on the skin condition vitiligo. Wizkid has released the video for the single “True Love,” which features Tay Iwar and Projexx, which includes an appearance from Harlow, who appears to be Wizkid’s love interest in the video. We have compiled some facts about Harlow. Read below. 1. Born Chantelle Brown-Young on July 27, 1994, in Canada,...
Grace Alele-Williams, Nigeria’s first female vice chancellor, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022, at the age of 89. Encomiums and tributes have continued to pour in following her passing. Here are some things to know about a woman. will go down in Nigeria’s history as one of the women who made landmark achievements. 1. Grace Alele-Williams was born on...
Not many know Jennifer Jamilah Atiku Abubakar is one woman who was instrumental to the achievements of Nigeria’s ex-VP. On Tuesday, February 1, she made a full announcement on their separation and her reasons. She excused reports that she asked the lawmaker for divorce over his choice to take another spouse. She expressed that there was a breakdown in their...
The ambassadorial appointment of Nimi Akinkugbe as Nigeria’s first female ambassador to Greece is a clear case of what a man can do; a woman can do better. Social media criticism greeted her ambassadorial nomination in 2020 due to her non-indigene status in Ondo State. However, a case was made for the ex-banker and finance expert, and she was appointed...
A biography of Sharon Ooja Sharon Ooja is a Nollywood actress and brand ambassador who has carved a name for herself in Nigeria’s film industry. She shot into the limelight after her role as ‘Shalewa’ in the TV Series, Gidi Up. Here is a biography of Sharon Ooja. 1. Sharon Ooja Egwurube was born April 6, 1991 in Kaduna State....
Talk about powerful women in Nigeria, especially in the financial sector, and the name Arunma Oteh often comes to mind. Oteh has held prestigious positions both locally and internationally, elevating Nigeria’s global profile. As she turns a year older, here are some facts to know about her. ALSO READ: 7 Power Women Making Waves In Nigeria’s Finance Sector 1. Arunma...
Dr Anu also known as Sisi Anu is a popular cosmetic surgeon who runs a clinic called Med Contour in Lekki, Lagos. She has been at the center of controversy for some years over her failed and illegal procedures some of which have led to death. Here are some things to know about her. 1. Dr Anuoluwapo Adepoju was...