From folk songs to global music, Nigeria has a rich repertoire of music and musical talents. This book shares the stories of 15 Nigerian musicians who have contributed to the rhythm of the world.

It’s more than the melody. Their lives are as rich and creative as the music they made. Some faced tough odds in the early days of their careers while others found ready audiences even as teenagers. Read about the paths they walked in finding music, building careers, and creating sounds that are loved across the world.

Nigerian writers have earned national and global accolades, including producing Africa’s first Nobel Laureate in Literature. This book shines the spotlight on 15 avid storytellers whose poems, plays, and prose have enriched the world.

These featured wordsmiths include Nana Asma’u, Chinua Achebe, Zulu Sofola, Chimamanda Adichie, and Mamman Vatsa. Some of them began writing while young, some after working in other careers as adults. Their origin stories, styles, and genres may vary, but they all have an amazing way with words.

This collection is an inspiring treasure trove of Nigerians in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Many of them were pioneers — the first Nigerians in their fields or achievements — but their excellence goes beyond being the first or the best.

Some of them, including Dora Akunyili and Olikoye Ransome-Kuti made vital public service contributions in Nigeria. Others, like Wendy Okolo, are blazing trails abroad in their fields. Read about these 15 notable Nigerians and the enriching work that they’ve done in STEM.