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December 29, 2025

Davido, Gaise Baba, Priscilla Ojo & Others Make Chude Jideonwo’s 2025 List of The Most Interesting People in the Culture – #TheJoy150

Chude Jideonwo, host of Africa’s leading conversation show #WithChude, and founder of Joy, Inc. and FourthMainland creator fund, has unveiled the 2025 edition of his annual list of The Most Interesting People in the Culture, popularly known as #TheJoy150. Now in its sixth year, the Joy150 is Chude’s carefully curated record of 150 Nigerians who... Read More

The 10/10 Powerlist

October 17, 2024

The 10/10 Powerlist

In a nation like Nigeria, diverse in its culture and history, and complicated in its formation and lifetime, excellence is an existence against many odds. Trimming down the abundance of excellence to just ten names was no small feat but we were dedicated to celebrating ten Nigerians who have done amazing work in the past... Read More

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Media, Music, TV Presenters, TV Radio

January 27, 2022

YNAIJA’S SPOTLIGHT on THRIVING DIGITAL PROFESSIONALS IN THE NIGERIAN TECH ECOSYSTEM

Nigeria is emerging as one of the fastest-rising ecosystems for tech companies in the world. These brilliant companies, having access to local and international funding and needing to grow, must pursue fresh perspectives and creative approaches in crucial departments such as Sales and Marketing. In this exclusive feature, YNaija spotlights the thriving digital professionals in... Read More

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Marketing Professionals, Nigerian tech ecosystem, Tech, ynaija

September 1, 2021

#YNaijaPowerList2021: Davido, Ola Brown, Tacha, Dare Adekoya, Tunde Ednut listed among most powerful young Nigerians

In a world as fast paced as the one we currently live in, ingenuity, hard work and talent are indispensable currencies that can keep anyone in pace with how quickly the world is revolving. These tools are what keeps the wheel of human progress and development spinning and these tools are naturally abundant within young... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Lists

From Entertainment, Media, Advocacy to Business | Here’s the #YNaijaPowerList2020 [FULL LIST]

Editors Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

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advocacy, Business, Corporate Nigeria, culture, entertainment, influencers, Media, sports, technology

Adebo Ogundoyin, Israel Adesanya, Sugabelly…Here’s the #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Politics, Sports and Culture

Editor’s Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, CifromRED, Rankings

#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2020, Adetola Onayemi, Bella Ndubuisi, Efe Ajagba, Hamzat Lawal, Honourable Adebo Ogundoyin, Israel Adesanya, Lotanna Igwe-Odunze, Oli Ekun, Samson Itodo, Timi Olagunju

Bankole Williams, Esther Agbarakwe, Tolulope Olorundero…See the #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Corporates

Editor’s Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Rankings

#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2020, Babajide Duroshola, bankole williams, Charles Isidi, Esther Agbarakwe, Kunle Kakanfo, Samuel Otigba, Tolulope Olorundero

Odunayo Eweniyi, Sani Yusuf, Abasi Ene-Obong…See the #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Technology

Editor’s Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Rankings

#YNaijaPowerList2020, #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Technology, Abasi Ene-Obong, Angel Adelaja Kuye, Boye Oshinaga, Eyitayo Ogunmola, Faiz Bashir, Farida Kabir, Fola Olatunji-David, Godwin Benson, Ire Aderinokun, Ized Uanikhehi, Obi Ozor, Odunayo Eweniyi, Onyeka Akumah, Sani Yusuf, sanusi ismaila, Temie Giwa-Tubosun

#YNaijaPowerlist2020: ‘Tacha Akide, Tosin Olaseinde, Fatima Hashim, Others feature on list of powerful young Influencers

Editor’s Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

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Anita Natacha Akide, Kayode Abass, Nonso Bobby Egemba, Temisan Emmanuel

Dr. Ola Brown, Iyin Aboyeji, Abubakar Sadiq Falalu…See the #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Business

Editor’s Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Rankings

Abubakar Sadiq Falalu, Brenda Okorogba, Chioma Ikokwu, Dr. Ola Brown, Evans Akanno, Gossy Ukanwoke, Helen Chukwu, iyinoluwa aboyeji, Kola Aina, Maryam Ali Adamu, Ogechukwu Alexis Obah, Ogwa Iweze, Olawale Rotimi Opeyemi, Oluyomi Ojo, Sandra Uleyi Itu, Timothy Adeleye, YNaija Powerlist, YNaija Powerlist 2020

#YNaijaPowerlist2020: Isaac Success, Modupe Odele, Otto Orondaam feature on list of powerful young Nigerians in Advocacy

Editors Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Rankings

#YNaijaPowerList, Ayodeji Osowobi, Hannatu Fibemi Makka, Hon. Munira Suleiman, Isaac Success Omoyele, Kelechukwu Lucky, Modupe Odele, Olaseni Cole, Otto Orondaam, Priscilla Usiobaifo, Richard Akuson, simi fajemirokun, Sipasi Olalekan Ayodele, YNaija Powerlist 2020

Davido, Ikorodu Bois, Josh2funny make #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Entertainment

Editor’s Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Rankings, The Media Blog

#YNaijaPowerList, Adam Zango, Beverly Naya, Burna boy, Davido, DJ Cuppy, Hadiza Ailyu, Ikorodu Bois, Josh2funny, Kemi Adetiba, Laolu Senbanjo, Mr Eazi, nigerian entertainment, Rahama Sadau, Teni, Toyin Abraham, wizkid, YNaija Powerlist 2020

Fu’ad Lawal, Fisayo Soyombo, Wana Udobang…Here’s the #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Media

Editors Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Rankings, The Media Blog

#YNaijaPowerList, Didi Akinyelure, Edirin Edewor, Fisayo Soyombo, Fuad Lawal, Idia Aisien, Joey Akan, Laylah Ali Othman, Olutimehin Adegbeye, Shola Lawal, Timilehin Bello, Wana Udobang, YNaija Powerlist 2020

November 22, 2018

Kola Aina, Tosin Faniro-Dada, Olumide Soyombo… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Technology

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the brave new world of technology. From serial investors chasing the next big wave, to developers and communication leaders. These 10 are breaking all the boundaries. Kola... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Ezra Olubi, Kola Aina, Maria Rotilu, Odunayo Eweniyi, Olumide Soyombo, Omolara Awoyemi, Prosper Otemuyiwa, sanusi ismaila, Shola Akinlade, technology, Tosin Faniro-Dada, Uneku Atawodi-Edun, YNaija Power list

November 19, 2018

Seun Omobo, Mohammed Brimah, Damilola Ogunbiyi… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Policy and Research

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in policy and research. From dynamic state commissioners manning important ministries to leaders in NGOs and public policy, these 10 voices are deeply influential. Muhammad Sani Abdullahi When... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Asuquo Ekpenyong, Bell Ihua, Damilola Ogunbiyi, Ibijoke Faborode, Mohammed Brimah, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi, Policy and Research, Seun Omobo, Seye Abimbola, Uchenna Onwuamaegbu-Ugwu, Victoria Fajemilehin, YNaija Power list

November 18, 2018

Tokini Peterside, Kola Tubosun, Bobrisky… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Culture

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the culture space. From impressive art gallery owners to editors, visual artists and curators, these bright young minds have taken up the onerous task of preserving our... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Adenrele Sonariwo, ayodeji rotinwa, Bobrisky, culture, Dike Chukwumerije, Kola Tubosun, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Qudus Onikeku, Seyi Oluyole, Suka Andrew, Tokini Peterside, YNaija Power list

November 18, 2018

Ahmed Musa, Seni Saraki, Evelyn Akhator… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Sports

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the sporting world. From elite athletes to top-flight footballers and sports administrators, these 10 fellows are doing the country proud. Simidele Adeagbo Simidele Adeagbo is Africa’s first... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Ahmed Musa, Anthony Joshua, Aruna Quadri, Asisai Oshoala, Evelyn Akhator, Odunayo Adekuoroye, Seni Saraki, Simidele Adeagbo, sports, Thursdaline Peter, Wilfred Ndidi, YNaija Power list

November 17, 2018

Bisola Borha, Ronke Bamisedun, Nnamdi Stan Ekeh… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Business

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the field of big business. From serial entrepreneurs finally coming into their own, to dogged founders soldiering on passion these 10 young ones will surely own the... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Abubakar Sadiq Mohammed Falalu, Adebola Ataiyero Adefila, Aderonke Jaiyeola, Ayilara Olawale, Bisola Borha, Harold Okwa, Nasir Yammama, Nnamdi Stan Ekeh, Peter Okocha Junior, Ronke Bamisedun, YNaija Power list

November 17, 2018

Jane Ekanem, Zara Odu, the Enekwe sisters… see the #YNaijaPowerlist2018 for Fashion and Style

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the social media space. From designers breaking boundaries and taking local international to retailers stocking these fabulous names, these are the 10 that matter. Joseph Ike and... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Cynthia Tule-Okochu, Emmanuel Okoro, falana, Jane Ekanem, Joseph Ike, Nkechi ‘Ink’ Eze, Ola Akindeinde, Olivia Enekwe, Oluwatosin Ogundadegbe, Oroma Itegboje, Sylvia Enekwe, YNaija Power list, Zara Odu

November 16, 2018

#YNaijaPowerList2018: Mercy Abang, Fisayo Soyombo, Instablog9ja… See the 10 most powerful young persons in the media space

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the media space. From investigative journalists telling the difficult stories, to entrepreneurs building potential media empires, these are the 10 that matter the most. Mercy Abang Mercy... Read More

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@instablog9ja, #YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Bada Akintunde-Johnson, Chidera Muoka, Damilola Odufuwa, Fisayo Soyombo, Hannah Ojo, mercy abang, Muyiwa Matuluko, Sonia Irabor, Toyosi Ogunseye, YNaija Power list

November 16, 2018

#YNaijaPowerList2018: Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin, Victor Ugo, Serah Makka-Ugbagbe… see the 10 most powerful names in Advocacy

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the hard tasking world of advocacy. From visible spokespersons representing minority communities to environmentalists and health interventionists, these are the 10 that matter the most. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin, Ayodeji Osowobi, Francesca Uriri, Imrana Alhaji Buba, Nela Duke, Pamela Adie, Samson Itodo, Serah Makka-Ugbabe, Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, Victor Ugo, YNaija Power list

November 15, 2018

Maraji, Yagazie Emezi, Femi Bakre… we present the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Social Media

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the social media space. From influential photographers commissioned worldwide to celebrities making moves from sheer clout, these are the 10 that you should be following. Ademola Adetona... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Ademola Adetona, chidi okereke, Emma Oh Ma God, Femi Bakre, Maraji, Mark Angel Comedy, Oluwagbeminiyi Osidipe, Tiwalola Olanubi, Tunde EDNUT, Yagazie Emezi, YNaija Power list

November 15, 2018

Adaku Ufere-Awoonor, Chris Ogunlowo, Owen Omogiafo… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Corporate Nigeria

As the annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its 7th consecutive year, we bring you the most influential young Nigerians under 40 who are giving the term white collar job a whole new meaning. From boardrooms to high rise hotel lobbies, business class flights and multi-city stopovers, these guys and gals operate at the highest levels. Adaku Ufere-Awoonor... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, Adaku Ufere-Awoonor, Aminu Umar-Sadiq, Chinwe Egwim, Chris Ogunlowo, Corporate, Kemi Onabanjo, Nichole Onome Yembra, O’tega Ogra, Obabiyi Fagade, Owen Omogiafo, Power List, Rimini Makama, YNaija Power list

November 14, 2018

Tony Nwulu, Eunice Atuejide, Adebo Ogundoyin… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Politics

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the political arena. From high powered legislators passing game-changing bills to presidential aspirants, these 10 aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty. Eunice Atuejide Feminists may scoff... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, Abdul-Malik Bungudu Zubairu, Abdussamad Dasuki, Adebo Ogundoyin, Aminu Abdullahi Shagali, Damilola Emmanuel, Eunice Atuejide, Omosede Igbinedion, Politics, Power List, Samaila Suleiman, Sunday Udeh-Okoye, Tony Nwulu, YNaija Power list

November 14, 2018

#YNaijaPowerList2018: Davido, Genevieve Nnaji, Wizkid… These are the 10 most powerful people in entertainment

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in entertainment. From singers taking indigenous sounds to the other side, to movie stars attempting a third act, these are the 10 that matter the most. Temidayo Abudu... Read More

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#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Chinedu “Chin’’ Okeke, Davido, falz, Genevieve Nnaji, Kenneth Gyang, Naz Onuzo, Olamide, Temidayo Abudu, Tunde Aladese, wizkid, YNaija Power list

January 3, 2018

#YNaijaPowerList2017: Seun Onigbinde (of course), Samson Itodo, Temitayo Etomi… See the 10 most powerful names in Advocacy

In 2017, YNaija committed a big part of its time and resources towards carefully documenting the big stories happening in the country and on the continent and highlighting the efforts of young Nigerians and Africans challenging the tired narratives around the continent through personal achievement and social good. Sometimes these stories are forgotten, buried under... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Featured

#ThePowerList, Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin, advocacy, Ifeanyi Orazulike, Imrana Alhaji Buba, Olumide Makanjuola, Omotade Alalade, Samson Itodo, Seun Onigbinde, simi fajemirokun, Temitayo Etomi, Yasmin Belo-Osagie, YNaija Power list

Toyin Abraham

January 3, 2018

#YNaijaPowerList2017: Wizkid, Toyin Abraham, Tekno… These are the most powerful people in entertainment

In 2017, YNaija committed a big part of its time and resources towards carefully documenting the big stories happening in the country and on the continent and highlighting the efforts of young Nigerians and Africans challenging the tired narratives around the continent through personal achievement and social good. Sometimes these stories are forgotten, buried under... Read More

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#ThePowerList, Davido, entertainment, Festus Ehimare, Funke Akindele, Mary Remmy Njoku, Moses Babatope, Tekno, Toyin Abraham, Victor Sanchez Aghahowa, wizkid, Yemi Alade, YNaija Power list

January 3, 2018

Tomiwa Aladekomo, Biyi Fagade, Sinmisola Hughes-Obisesan… See the #YNaijaPowerList2017 for Corporate Nigeria

In 2017, YNaija committed a big part of its time and resources towards carefully documenting the big stories happening in the country and on the continent and highlighting the efforts of young Nigerians and Africans challenging the tired narratives around the continent through personal achievement and social good. Sometimes these stories are forgotten, buried under... Read More

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#ThePowerList, Biyi Fagade, Corporate Nigeria, Eghosa Nehikare, Fiyin Williams, Funke Ijaiya-Oladipo, Grace Ihejiamaizu, Halima Akintolu, Kenneth Okwor, nmachi jidenma, Obabiyi Fagade, Sinmisola Hughes-Obisesan, Tomiwa Aladekomo, YNaija Power list

January 3, 2018

Toke Makinwa, Bobrisky, Nathaniel Bassey… We present the #YNaijaPowerList2017 for Social Media

In 2017, YNaija committed a big part of its time and resources towards carefully documenting the big stories happening in the country and on the continent and highlighting the efforts of young Nigerians and Africans challenging the tired narratives around the continent through personal achievement and social good. Sometimes these stories are forgotten, buried under... Read More

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@instablog9ja, #ThePowerList, Bayo Omoboriowo, bellanaijaweddings, Bobrisky, kraks TV, Maraji, Mark Angel Comedy, social media, toke makinwa, Yemisi Odusanya, YNaija Power list

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