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Chioma Ajunwa is a former Nigerian track and field athlete who made history as Nigeria’s first-ever Olympic gold medalist.

Florence Griffith-Joyner, referred to as Flo-Jo, was an iconic American track and field athlete who gained worldwide fame for speed, style, and record-breaking performances in the 1980s

Funke Opeke is the founder and CEO of Main One Cable Company, a leading communications services and network solutions provider in West Africa. She is known for her significant contributions to the telecommunications industry in Nigeria.

Recognized as Ghana’s first professionally trained fashion designer after independence, she fused traditional styles with contemporary trends, leaving an indelible mark on the nation’s fashion landscape.

Maria Ressa is a prominent Filipino journalist and CEO of the online news organization Rappler. She has garnered international recognition for her work in journalism and her advocacy for press freedom and human rights.

Her voice was fundamental for the construction of the anti-colonial movement, which extended to all of Nigeria and culminated with the country’s independence in 1960.

Nike Davies-Okundaye’s life and work exemplify a deep commitment to preserving traditional arts and celebrating the cultural heritage of Nigeria.

Madam CJ Walker was the first African American woman to be a millionaire in the United States.

King, 39, has been the Washington Commanders assistant running backs coach since 2021 — making her the first Black woman assistant position coach in NFL history — after she was a full-season coaching intern a year earlier.