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Four Nigerian Writers Shortlisted for Global Prize
Community HeroesApr 15

Four Nigerian Writers Shortlisted for Global Prize

Nigeria is dominating a major international writing competition, with four young authors making the final 25 for a prestigious Commonwealth award. Out of nearly 8,000 entries from 54 countries, these early-thirties storytellers are showing the world what African literature can do.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Writer Shares 30 Years of Answered Prayers
Acts of KindnessJun 15

Nigerian Writer Shares 30 Years of Answered Prayers

A Nigerian columnist says he's never had an unanswered prayer in three decades, sharing stories of faith-driven generosity and divine timing. His account of lending $150,000 to a stranger shows how belief transforms ordinary moments into miracles.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Lawyer Becomes First Nigerian in Space
Global NewsJan 26

Nigerian Lawyer Becomes First Nigerian in Space

Owolabi Salis made history as the first Nigerian to journey into space aboard Blue Origin's NS-33 mission. The Lagos native hopes his achievement will inspire African youth to pursue careers in science and space exploration.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Artists Earn $38M on Spotify in 2025
InnovationMar 17

Nigerian Artists Earn $38M on Spotify in 2025

Nigerian musicians generated over N60 billion ($38 million) from Spotify in 2025, with streams jumping 140% in just two years. The explosion shows Afrobeats and Nigerian music culture becoming a global economic force.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Athletes Smash Records at NCAA Championships
SportsJun 13

Nigerian Athletes Smash Records at NCAA Championships

Two Nigerian sprinters just rewrote the NCAA record books with performances that rank among the fastest in world history. Samuel Ogazi and Kayinsola Ajayi led a four-medal sweep that signals a golden era for Nigerian athletics.

Premium Times Nigeria3 min read
Nigerian Artists Earned $106M from Spotify Since 2023
Global NewsMar 24

Nigerian Artists Earned $106M from Spotify Since 2023

Nigerian musicians have pulled in over $105 million from Spotify in three years, but there's a fascinating twist in their streaming success story. As more Nigerians stream their homegrown artists, the money per stream is actually dropping, revealing how global streaming economics really work.

TechCabal2 min read
Nigerian Startups Shine on Bloomberg's Africa Watch List
InnovationMay 30

Nigerian Startups Shine on Bloomberg's Africa Watch List

Nigerian tech startups dominated Bloomberg's first-ever list of 25 African companies to watch, proving the country remains Africa's innovation powerhouse. From AI to fintech, Nigerian founders are solving real problems and attracting global attention despite economic challenges.

AllAfrica - Innovation2 min read
Lagos Fans Celebrate as Lookman Makes Nigerian History
SportsApr 19

Lagos Fans Celebrate as Lookman Makes Nigerian History

Nigerian footballer Ademola Lookman became only the second Nigerian ever to score in a Copa del Rey final, sparking celebrations at a packed Lagos watch party. Hundreds of fans gathered in Surulere to witness the historic moment, turning the venue into an electric celebration of African football talent.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Filmmaker Honors Late Actor in New Documentary
Acts of KindnessJul 7

Nigerian Filmmaker Honors Late Actor in New Documentary

Acclaimed filmmaker Tunde Kelani is dedicating an upcoming documentary episode to celebrated Nigerian actor and scholar Gabriel Kola Oyewo, who passed away in June at age 80. The tribute will feature a rare archival interview that captures Oyewo's five-decade journey shaping Nigerian theatre and cinema.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Stars Score Across Europe After Emotional Week
SportsFeb 24

Nigerian Stars Score Across Europe After Emotional Week

Days after burying his father, Nigerian captain Wilfred Ndidi scored in a dominant win while Alex Iwobi delivered a standout performance. Nigerian footballers brought resilience and skill to leagues across Europe this weekend.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Film 'Dara' Heads to DC Independent Film Festival
Global NewsFeb 7

Nigerian Film 'Dara' Heads to DC Independent Film Festival

A Nigerian coming-of-age drama has been chosen as the only African feature film among five selected for Washington DC's longest-running independent film festival. The selection marks a significant milestone for contemporary Nigerian cinema on the global stage.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Chef Hilda Baci Earns Third Guinness Record
Community HeroesJan 21

Nigerian Chef Hilda Baci Earns Third Guinness Record

Nigerian chef Hilda Baci woke up to an unexpected email revealing she'd actually set two world records in one day. Her massive jollof rice cookout last September broke both the Nigerian-style jollof rice record AND the overall rice serving record. #

Google News - World Record3 min read
37 Writers Rewrite Homelessness Through New Anthology
SolutionsJan 26

37 Writers Rewrite Homelessness Through New Anthology

Writers who've experienced homelessness are sharing stories of resilience, humor, and hope in a groundbreaking new book. More Than One Story proves there's no single narrative when it comes to poverty and survival.

Positive News2 min read
Nigerian Writer Shapes How Millions Use Global Tech Products
InnovationApr 8

Nigerian Writer Shapes How Millions Use Global Tech Products

Funke Olasupo turned a natural talent for explaining complex ideas into a career shaping how users worldwide understand major tech platforms. From Nigeria, she's creating documentation that makes technology accessible to millions.

Techpoint Africa2 min read
Nigerian Writer Makes Crypto Clear for Millions
InnovationMar 5

Nigerian Writer Makes Crypto Clear for Millions

Josephine Inika turned chaos into clarity by refusing to use complicated language to explain cryptocurrency. Her simple rule: if you need to scratch your head to understand it, she failed.

TechCabal3 min read
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Acts of KindnessFeb 19

San Miguel Writers' Fest Draws Record 1,750 Attendees

A literary festival in Mexico just wrapped its most successful year ever, bringing together 1,750 writers and book lovers from 15 countries. First-time attendees made up 67% of the crowd, proving that passion for storytelling is alive and thriving.

Mexico News Daily2 min read
Grammarly Stops Cloning Writers After Backlash
Acts of KindnessMar 12

Grammarly Stops Cloning Writers After Backlash

Writing assistant Grammarly has disabled its AI feature that mimicked real writers without permission, apologizing after experts objected to having their voices replicated. The company now promises to give creators full control over whether and how they participate in future AI features.

The Verge2 min read
Nigerian Midfielder Joins Marseille, Legend Welcomes Him
SportsFeb 6

Nigerian Midfielder Joins Marseille, Legend Welcomes Him

Former Marseille star Taye Taiwo welcomed fellow Nigerian Tochukwu Nnadi to the French club with a heartfelt message celebrating their shared heritage. The 22-year-old midfielder's transfer strengthens Nigeria's proud legacy in European football.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Young Lawyer Turns Nigerian Football Club Into Powerhouse
Community HeroesMay 9

Young Lawyer Turns Nigerian Football Club Into Powerhouse

At just 37, Amobi Ezeaku has transformed Enugu Rangers from a fading legacy into a modern sports institution, ending championship droughts and creating the club's first women's team. His education-first approach is reshaping Nigerian football, one title at a time.

Vanguard Nigeria3 min read
Nigerian Journalists Learn AI Skills to Boost Accuracy
InnovationFeb 2

Nigerian Journalists Learn AI Skills to Boost Accuracy

More than 90% of Nigerian journalists believe AI can improve their work, but few use it daily due to lack of training. New efforts aim to bridge this gap and prepare newsrooms for the digital future.

Punch Nigeria3 min read

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