FULL LIST: Four Nigerians among Forbes Africa’s 15 icons for 2026
Four Nigerians, Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Mo Abudu, and Burna Boy, have been named among 15 personalities on Forbes Africa’s inaugural Icons list Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-four-nigerians-among-forbes-africas-15-icons-for-2026/
Forbes Africa has unveiled its inaugural Icons list for 2026, featuring four Nigerians among its 15 notable personalities. The list, published in the magazine's October-November anniversary edition, recognizes individuals whose ideas, innovations, and voices have left a lasting impact on Africa's past, present, and future.
The four Nigerians recognized are Aliko Dangote, president of Dangote Group, representing African industry and private enterprise; Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, director-general of the World Trade Organization and a former Nigerian finance minister, symbolizing Africa's presence in international economic leadership; Mo Abudu, founder and CEO of EbonyLife Group, celebrated for her contributions to African media and entertainment; and Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, acknowledged for the international reach of Nigerian music.
Other personalities on the list hail from South Africa, Ethiopia, Liberia, Zimbabwe, and Benin, representing sectors including business, public service, literature, sport, music, and entertainment. Forbes Africa's selection was based on global recognition, legacy, measurable influence, and contributions to Africa's growth narrative over the years.
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