- Nigeria is home to some of the most talented, resilient and inspiring young girls
- Through their talent, they are representing Nigeria on a global stage across various fields
- Here are six Nigerian girls who have made a name for themselves globally
Every year on October 11, the International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated, a day to recognise the rights of girls and empower them to achieve their dreams.
In honour of this special day, TheRadar highlights young girls from Nigeria who are doing amazing things around the world.
From sports and education to activism and technology, these girls are not only succeeding in their fields but also inspiring others to chase their dreams. Here are six Nigerian girls making a name for themselves globally and showing what young girls can achieve.
6 Nigerian girls who have made impact globally
1. Zuriel Oduwole, Filmmaker and Activist
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Zuriel Oduwole became known at age 10 for her activism and interviews with many world leaders. She has advocated for girls' education across Africa, interviewing global figures like President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia and Jamaica's Prime Minister. Zuriel is also a filmmaker who documents issues concerning girls' education, raising awareness about the importance of schooling for young girls.
2.. Marylove Edwards, Tennis prodigy
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Marylove Edwards is one of Nigeria’s youngest and most talented tennis players. She has played in numerous international tournaments and is being groomed to be one of the best female tennis players to emerge from Africa. Her determination and passion for tennis at such a young age have drawn admiration both in Nigeria and internationally.
3. Faith Odunsi, Maths genius
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Faith Odunsi made Nigeria proud in 2021 when she won the Global Open Mathematics competition. At just 15 years old, Faith beat competitors from Europe, Asia, and other continents to clinch the title. She continues to excel in mathematics and represents the brilliance of young Nigerian girls on the global academic stage.
4. Emmanuella Samuel, Child Comedienne
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Emmanuella Samuel, popularly known as Emmanuella, is a child comedian who has become a global sensation through the Mark Angel Comedy series on YouTube. At just 10 years old, Emmanuella won the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award for Favorite African Social Media Star, making her one of the youngest Nigerians to gain international recognition in the entertainment industry.
5. Jare Ijalana, Child model
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Jare Ijalana became an international sensation when her photos went viral online, earning her the title of "the most beautiful girl in the world." Jare, who was just 5 years old when her images captivated the world, is now a child model, gracing international magazine covers and representing Nigeria on fashion’s global stage.
6. Esther Okade, Maths genius
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Esther Okade stunned the world when she became a university student at just 10 years old. The Nigerian-British girl enrolled in an Open University math course and has excelled ever since. At age 14, she bagged her PhD in Financial Mathematics. Esther’sincredible journey in mathematics has made her an international role model for young girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
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Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported on Nigerians who have stamped their names in the sand of time, making a global impact in various fields.
Among them are Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Silas Adekunle, Temie Giwa-Tubosun, John O. Dabiri and Dr. Wendy A. Okolo.