The Forbes under 30 Africa list is an annual ranking of young African innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are making significant contributions to their respective fields. The list features individuals who are under the age of 30 and have achieved notable success in their careers.
Each year, Forbes receives thousands of nominations from across the continent. The nominees are then evaluated based on various criteria such as innovation, impact, leadership, and sustainability. The final list features 30 young Africans who are considered to be the most promising and inspiring of their generation.
The Forbes under 30 Africa list has become a platform for young Africans to showcase their talents, share their stories, and connect. The list has also helped to raise the profile of Africa's young entrepreneurs and innovators, highlighting the potential of the continents youthfulness.
The 7 Nigerians who made the list are:
I. Tems ( Temilade openiyi) - 27 years old lady, singer and song writer in the music industry.
II. Ayra Starr ( oyinkansola aderibigbe) - 20 years old, singer and also in the music industry.
III. Hansel Ndu Okeke, 28 years old - CEO and Co-founder of weevil company in the technology industry.
IV. Germain Ndu Okeke, 24 years old, co-founder and CEO, Weevil Company in the technology industry.
V. Blesing Joel Abang, 28 years old - Co founder and director of communications, ingressive for Good, branding and communication industry.
VI. Oluwabusayo Victoria Abiri, 29 years old, CEO and founder koko by khloe in the beauty and skin care industry.
VII. Asisat Oshoala, 28 years old, striker for Spanish liga fc club Barcelona and the Nigerian women's national team - professional football.