Gutsy Spotlight

With nearly a decade of experience spanning presenting, producing, storytelling, and talent management, Chidera Okonji “Odera Collins” has established herself as a formidable force in the creative industry. Her passion for storytelling is evident in her work in film and documentary production, where she blends compelling narratives with striking visuals, solidifying her reputation as a leader …

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Olivia Tutu is a dynamic sustainable development advocate, education activist, content creator, and youth leader dedicated to fostering meaningful youth engagement in Africa and beyond. As the founder of Youth on Sustainable Development, a youth-led organization in Zambia, Olivia empowers young people to take ownership of global and national development agendas, including Agenda 2030, Agenda …

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Maryam Umar Maigida is a Nigerian Visual Artist, Freelance Painter, and Art Historian born September 12, 1994. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts, majoring in Art History, from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.  As a multidisciplinary artist, Maryam’s style ranges from mixed media to near-naturalism and abstracts, often incorporating culturally significant fabrics, motifs, …

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Emmanuella Akinrinde is a wife and a mum, a content creator, a brand influencer, and an ex-beauty queen, among many other things. She is married to Mr Michael Akinrinde, and together, they have two beautiful daughters, Ariana and Briana Akinrinde.  Ella Akins was crowned the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria Ecowas 2017, a title that …

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Okonkwo Patience Chikodili, popularly known by her stage name Paragon Qtm, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter. Hailing from the Uzouwani Local Government Area in Enugu State, Nigeria. Paragon QTM was born July 12 in the 2000s and is the youngest of six siblings. She spent her early years in Nsukka, where she attended …

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Happiness Amaka Okorie is a seasoned and multiple award-winning professional in Customer Experience Management with about two decades of experience. Currently a Center Manager with one of the telecom companies in Nigeria, She holds a BSc in Management and Accounting from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, and also an MBA. Happiness also holds certifications in …

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Love is in the air this Valentine’s season, and what better way to celebrate than by shining the spotlight on one of Nollywood’s most inspiring couples – Stan Nze and Blessing Jessica Obasi-Nze. Their love story is not just about romance; it’s about friendship, sacrifice, and building a life together that’s as beautiful as it …

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‘Say No to Rape’ and ‘Say No to Early Child Marriage,’ Say no to girl child Molestation, etc is the belief that every girl deserves to live a life free from fear and full of opportunities. These are not just campaigns, they are about protecting the basic rights of girls and ensuring they can grow …

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“Balancing my work in technology and digital marketing with my passion for helping girls isn’t just about finding time; it’s about making sure everything I do has a purpose. For me, these things are connected, they all inspire me and guide what I do.” When we talk about versatility in job roles and excelling in …

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“Discipline is not verbally abusing your child, hitting the child, always controlling the child, threatening the child and all those. No, that’s not discipline. Discipline is also not an emergency; a child does something, and you’re hitting the child, trying to correct the child. So this is what we are facing now, and for some …

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