Eleta Kingsley Writes History as Bangladesh’s Naturalized Football Pioneer
Eleta Kingsley Oshiokha, a Nigerian-born striker, has carved a remarkable journey in football. He has progressed from being a promising youngster in Nigeria to a pacesetter figure in Bangladesh’s sporting history. In March 2021, he became the first foreign-born footballer to obtain Bangladeshi citizenship, making him eligible to wear the red and green jersey as […]
Owolabi Salis: Nigeria’s First Astronaut and Africa’s Trailblazer in Space
Owolabi Salis: Nigeria’s First Astronaut and Africa’s Trailblazer in Space Owolabi Salis, a Nigerian-born lawyer, accountant, explorer, and former political aspirant, has just added another monumental title to his impressive list of achievements—Africa’s first astronaut. In June 2025, Salis made history by boarding Blue Origin’s NS-33 suborbital flight, becoming the first African to cross the […]
Dr. Adeola Olubamiji: First Black Woman to Earn a PhD in Biomedical Engineering in Canada
Long before she stood at global conferences or led cutting-edge manufacturing teams, Dr. Adeola Olubamiji was a young girl in Ibadan, Nigeria, hawking pepper in the community to keep her family afloat. Today, she is hailed as a trailblazing scientist, STEM leader, and first Black woman with a PhD in Biomedical Engineering in Canada. It […]
Eberechi Eze: Reflecting the Strength and Spirit of the Nigerian Diaspora
In a world where identity and excellence often intertwine, Eberechi Eze stands as a compelling testament to the enduring influence of Nigerian heritage on the global stage. Born to Nigerian parents in Greenwich, England, and now making waves in the English Premier League and international football, Eze’s story is not just one of athletic success—it […]
How Joshua Adeyemi is Opening Scotland’s Nature to All, Bringing Healing & Connection
Scotland’s landscapes, its rolling hills, serene lochs, and rugged highlands, are often portrayed as emblematic of national identity. Yet, for many minorities, these spaces have remained culturally distant. Enter Joshua Adeyemi, a Nigerian-born Edinburgh-based outdoor leader and co-founder of Black Scottish Adventurers (BSA), who is changing the narrative one hike, camp, and wild swim at […]
How Jimi Olaghere Conquers Sickle Cell and Is Giving Others Hope
What does it mean to truly overcome adversity, then use that triumph to empower others? For Jimi Olaghere, it was to turn the lifelong battle of sickle cell disease into a powerful platform for change and innovation. Today, as a father, entrepreneur, and global advocate, he is living proof that a personal cure can become […]
Nneka Leiba: The Scientist behind Amazon’s Push for Safer, Smarter Product
When you click on the button “Add to Cart” on Amazon’s website, you are most likely thinking about convenience, price, or shipping speed. But behind the curtain, one woman is rewriting how those products impact human health and the planet. Her name is Nneka Leiba, a scientist, environmental health expert, and the force behind Amazon’s […]
Breaking a 124-Year Barrier: Jason Jackson Becomes Islington’s First Nigerian Mayor
In a turn of events for historical representation and inclusion, Jason Jackson has been sworn in as the first Nigerian-born Mayor of the Islington borough, founded in 1900. His appointment marks an important milestone in the political history of the borough and offers new inspiration to immigrants and underrepresented communities across the UK. Jason Jackson […]
Opeyemi Bright: The Youngest Civic Mayor Redefining Leadership in Barking and Dagenham
At the young age of 29, Opeyemi Bright has left her imprint in the history books of Barking and Dagenham as the youngest Civic Mayor in the borough’s history. Her rise to this great office follows a deserving seven-year public service career marked by purpose, drive, and community engagement. Bright started her political career in […]
Favour Ofili: The Sprint Queen Breaking Records and Making History
Favour Ofili is one of Nigeria’s most exciting track sensations and finds a place in history as a record-breaking sprinter. She runs the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 4×100 meters relay and has consistently proven that she can dominate the track. At the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, Ofili made her Olympic debut in the women’s […]
