This week,
The New African Times magazine named a list of 50 African youth trailblazers under the age of 50. It celebrated the achievements of young Africans across the world.
Check out the Nigerians who made the list:
#2 spot:
Alex Okosi
He is the driving force behind the launch of MTVBase in 2005. The World Economic Forum had already selected him as young Global Leader for 2013
#3 spot:
Asa
She shot to fame in 2007 with her debut album, which became a monster hit album. Since 2007, the husky-voiced songstress has not stopped touring America and Europe for performances.
#5 spot:
Ayodeji Adewunmi
He is the CEO and President of Jobberman- the leading employment site in Nigeria and Ghana. Jobberman was named as the 8th top tech start up in Africa in February last year by Forbes magazine
#13 spot:
Chimamanda Adichie
A literary superstar and 2007 Orange Prize for Fiction Winner The Anambra-born writer needs no further introduction.
#19 spot:
D'Banj
He is already Nigeria's most popular musician, multiple award-winner, and UN Youth Ambassador for Peace. the Kokomaster needs no further introduction.
#26 spot:
Jite Okoloko
He's the CEO of Notore Chemical industries Ltd. He used to be one of the youngest Directors at Union Bank Nig. Plc
#35 spot:
Nneka
Warri-born Nigerian/German singer. She has performed alongside Sean Paul, Damian Marley, and Nas.
#40 spot:
Psquare
The multiple award-winning twins have consistently topped charts across Africa with every of their tune... they need no further introduction.
#45 spot:
Uche Pedro
She's a lifestyle blogger and the queen mind behind Bella Naija - The massive entertainment lifestyle blog. Her website gets over 8 million hits per month and a winner of several awards, including Online Publisher of the Year award during last year's FAB awards.
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