Forbes Recognises Top Nigerian Entertainers

International business magazine Forbes has recognised a number of Nigerian entertainers in it’s recently released list of 100 innovations, inventions and icons from Africa.
The list which was made available on the official website of the publication was curated as a way of celebrating those very ideas, inventions and influential role models that have spelt Africa’s growth over the last decade.
Top celebrities in Nigeria entertainment industry such as Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy and Mr Eazi all snagged a spot in the selection celebrating African icons.
Other worthy mentions from the entertainment industry who were also recognised included actress Funke Akindele Bello, Genevieve Nnaji and Omotola Jalade Ekeinde.
Similarly, popular celebrity stylist Swanky Jerry was also featured in the same section as entertainers. Also recognised for her effort in moving the African continent forward is the recently elected Director General of World Trade organization (WTO), Dr. Okonjo Iwela. The list did not fail to recognise the efforts of Nigeria author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche.
Africans from other countries who were featured in the list include South African comedian, Trevor Noah, former US President, Barack Obama, Oscar Award winning actress Lupita Nyongo among others.
In another entertainment related news, it was gathered that Grammy winning singer Burna Boy maybe on his way to bagging another international music award. The Twice As Tall singer was nominated in the international male solo Artist category at the 2021 BRIT awards. Burna Boy was nominated alongside Daniel Glover among others.