Femi Otedola's memoir, 'Making It Big', has been awarded the title of African Business Book of the Year, a recognition that comes less than a year after its official launch in London, according to Premium Times.

Oluwaseun "The Shark" Ogunsakin, a promising tennis player from Nigeria, achieved a significant milestone by qualifying for the Wimbledon Junior Championships, marking a historic moment for the Aurum Tennis Academy and Nigerian tennis. This accomplishment highlights Ogunsakin's potential as one of Nigeria's brightest prospects in the sport, as reported by Premium Times.

Shell Plc has appointed Elohor Aiboni as Executive Vice President and Country Chair for Nigeria, effective 1 August 2026. She will succeed Marno de Jong, marking her as the first Nigerian and the first woman to hold this combined position in the company's 60-year history.

Iyobosa Uwugiaren discusses the initiative by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu to encourage Nigerians, particularly women and youth, to participate in small businesses like frying akara and roasting corn. This effort aims to promote entrepreneurship and economic empowerment within the community.

Nigerian women have achieved global recognition in the music industry through their hard work and determination, according to BUKOLA OGUNSINA and SAMUEL ABULUDE. The rise of Afrobeats has contributed to the visibility of Nigerian female musicians, who are now beginning to receive the acknowledgment they deserve on the international stage.

Team Nigeria achieved notable success at the 2026 Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad held in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast, winning three silver medals and one bronze. This included a historic double-silver podium finish by two female students from Nigeria, marking a significant milestone for the country's representation in the competition.