"Victoria Oluwakotanmi of Indiana is the new Miss Grand USA 2026, stepping into the title days after the organization ended Mekayla Li’s reign. Oluwakotanmi, who finished as first runner-up in the pageant, was formally named the new titleholder by the Miss Grand USA Organization on Friday, August 21.The organization announced the change on Instagram, saying Oluwakotanmi will … [Read more...] about Victoria Oluwakotanmi: Nigerian-American crowned Miss Grand USA 2026.
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Nigeria vice president shettima addresses the 81st United Nations
Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered Nigeria's national statement on September 24, 2026, at the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. On September 24, 2026, Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima took the global stage at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Speaking on behalf … [Read more...] about Nigeria vice president shettima addresses the 81st United Nations
Angolan President João Lourenço received LeBron James and Will Smith in Luanda
Angolan President João Lourenço hosted LeBron James and Will Smith at the Presidential Palace in Luanda on September 13, 2026, marking a landmark intersection of global entertainment, sports diplomacy, and national promotion. "President João Lourenço of Angola on Sunday hosted four-time NBA star LeBron James along with actor Will Smith at the presidential palace in Luanda. It … [Read more...] about Angolan President João Lourenço received LeBron James and Will Smith in Luanda
Embracing Roots: Jaylen Brown’s Transformative Journey to Nigeria and named Babatunde
In September 2026, Boston Celtics forward and NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown embarked on a deeply personal journey to Nigeria. While many professional athletes travel internationally during the off-season for commercial tours or leisure, Brown’s visit was anchored in cultural reclamation, historical reconnection, and community empowerment. His time in Nigeria—highlighted by a … [Read more...] about Embracing Roots: Jaylen Brown’s Transformative Journey to Nigeria and named Babatunde
Okonjo-Iweala and Cardoso Dialogue on the Africa Emerging Markets (video)
At the 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum (AEMF 2026), the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, delivered a major policy dialogue. Held at the CBN Headquarters in Abuja from July 29 to July 30, 2026, the high-level fireside chat addressed the theme, "Building … [Read more...] about Okonjo-Iweala and Cardoso Dialogue on the Africa Emerging Markets (video)