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Yemi Solade is a veteran Nigerian actor, theatre practitioner and television personality whose career stretches from the 1970s to contemporary Nollywood. Born on January 31, 1960, in Lagos, he developed an interest in performance through dancing and theatre before becoming known for major Nigerian television and film productions. His career includes stage work, television series … Read more
Ojinika Anne Egwuenu, professionally known as Ojy Okpe, is a Nigerian television anchor, journalist, model and film producer. She was born on April 23 in Lagos, Nigeria, and is associated with Ukwani in Delta State. Public sources disagree about her birth year, although several recent biographical publications give 1981. Her official biography does not state … Read more
Chief Daniel Osi Orbih, popularly known as Dan Orbih, was born on October 27, 1961, in Ogbona, Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria. He was born into the family of Chief M.C.K. Orbih, a notable political figure who was involved in Nigerian public affairs. Growing up in a politically conscious family exposed … Read more
Ami Faku, whose real name is Amanda Faku, is a South African singer, songwriter and performer from the Eastern Cape. She became widely known after competing on The Voice South Africa in 2017 and later established herself as a recording artist with a soulful sound that blends Afro-soul, R&B and contemporary African music. Her official … Read more
Bamanga Muhammad Tukur was born on September 15, 1935, in present-day Adamawa State, Nigeria. He grew up in a family that placed importance on both Islamic and Western education. His father was described as a teacher and headmaster who encouraged his children to acquire both Qur’anic and formal education. This upbringing later influenced Tukur’s approach … Read more
Joke Silva was born on September 29, 1961, in Lagos, Nigeria, into a prominent Saro/Amaro family. She grew up in a family of four children and was raised by parents who placed considerable importance on discipline, education and personal development. Her father, Chief Emmanuel Afolabi Silva, was a lawyer, while her mother, Dr. Adebimbola Silva, … Read more
Olalekan Oyeyemi, popularly known as Emir Ajagungbade, was a Nigerian transport-sector figure who became known in Osun State through his involvement in motor-park affairs and political activities. Detailed information about his exact date of birth, childhood and early upbringing is limited in publicly available reports. Consequently, specific claims about his parents, siblings or childhood experiences … Read more
Margaret Brownson Usen Obi was born on September 9, 1974, in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. She is identified in biographical records as a Nigerian and is associated with a Christian background. She later became widely known nationally through her marriage to Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and Nigerian businessman and politician. … Read more
Okpan Arhibo was born Joseph Odjewhedje in 1947 in Delta State, Nigeria. He was closely associated with Agbarho Kingdom in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State and belonged to the Urhobo ethnic group. Some biographical sources give his exact date of birth as July 22, 1947, although academic publications generally identify his birth … Read more
Pete Uwadiegwu Ogugua Edochie was born on March 7, 1947, in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria, although some biographical accounts have variously identified Enugu as his birthplace. He is of Igbo heritage and traces his family roots to Nteje in Anambra State. His father worked with the Nigerian Railway Corporation, which meant that Pete spent parts … Read more