22-Year-Old Nigerian Woman Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Zuriel Oduwole, a 22-year-old Nigerian-American filmmaker and education advocate, has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. Her nomination highlights her exceptional contributions to global peace, education, and gender equality, making her one of the youngest Nigerians ever to receive such an honor. Zuriel’s journey towards becoming a globally recognized figure in diplomacy and […]
Acclaimed Novelist with Nigerian Roots Becomes Editor of Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2025
Nnedi Okorafor, the acclaimed Nigerian-American writer known for her powerful contributions to science fiction and fantasy, is making waves once again. In a significant milestone for both her career and the genre, Nnedi has been chosen as the guest editor for The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2025 anthology, edited by John Joseph Adams. […]
Nigerian Breaks Chess Record
Tunde Onakoya, a celebrated Nigerian chess master and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, has etched his name into history by setting a new Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. He played non-stop for an astounding 64 hours alongside American chess player Shawn Martinez in Times Square, New York, surpassing the previous record […]
Nigerian Teacher Among Top 50 Educators Worldwide
Kayode Adewale, a Mathematics and STEM educator at Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School in Ogun State, Nigeria, has been named among the top 50 finalists for the prestigious 2025 Global Teacher Prize, presented by the Varkey Foundation in collaboration with UNESCO. This recognition celebrates his innovative teaching methods and unwavering commitment to improving education in underserved […]
Chidinma Becomes Africa’s First Ever First- Runner Up in the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant
Chidinma Adetshina, the Nigerian representative at the 73rd Miss Universe Beauty Pageant held in Mexico City, made history by becoming the first-ever African to finish as first runner-up in the competition. Although she narrowly missed the top spot, Chidinma’s remarkable achievement was a significant milestone for Africa, as she lost to Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer […]
Pelumi Nubi Becomes the First Black Woman to Complete a Solo Road Trip from London to Lagos!
British-Nigerian travel content creator Pelumi Nubi has made history by becoming the first Black woman to drive solo from London, United Kingdom, to Lagos, Nigeria. Embarking on this ambitious journey on January 30, 2024, Pelumi traversed 17 countries over 68 days, covering approximately 6,213 miles (10,000 kilometers) in her trusty purple Peugeot 107, affectionately named […]
Adejoke Bakare Becomes First Black Female Michelin-Starred Chef in the UK!
Nigerian-born culinary talent Adejoke Bakare has made history as the first Black woman in the United Kingdom to receive a Michelin Star — one of the most prestigious awards in the culinary world. Her restaurant, Chishuru, was among 18 UK establishments honoured with a star in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Located in central London, Chishuru […]
A TRIBE CALLED JUDAH BECOMES THE HIGHEST EARNING NIGERIAN FILM!
Funke Akindele’s blockbuster, ‘A Tribe Called Judah,’ shattered the box office records within 21 days of its cinema release. The movie was the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2023 and has become the highest-grossing Nollywood film ever at the box office. This historic feat seals Funke Akindele as Nollywood’s highest-grossing director. Congratulations to the whole crew!
Nigerian Shows Incredible Lung Strength To Set A New Trumpeting Record!
Joshua Olusanya, a Nigerian trumpeter also known as BossBoss, has set a new Guinness world record for the longest time spent playing the trumpet. He achieved this feat with a record playing time of 24 hrs and 46 mins. The record was previously held by an Indian known as Ghantasala Satya Sai from Hyderabad, India […]
Nigerian Born Chef Sets A New Cook-A-Thon World Record!
Tartenger Victor , also known as Chef Naira Victor has set a new Guinness world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual. This was after he completed a 135 hour cook-a-thon. Chef Naira Victor surpassed the current title holder, Irish chef Alan fisher who had set a new record of 119 hours and […]