ndidibabe: Let's take it easy, we are not expected to beat City anyway. I believe we will do better than last season with the quality of our game. Rome wasn't built in a day.
Detailednews: FROM CLINIC TO CASH!!! Meet The Richest Black Doctors In America - and How They Made Global Headlines
From small-town clinics to global recognition, these Black doctors didn’t just wear white coats — they rewrote the rules of medicine, influence, and power.
In a world where systemic barriers have long stood between Black professionals and global recognition, a select few have shattered ceilings, built empires, and left legacies that go far beyond the stethoscope.
From pain management to neurosurgery, from groundbreaking medical research to multi-million-dollar biotech firms, these doctors are more than medical experts — they are global icons, change-makers, and in some cases, moguls in lab coats.
Let’s dive into the lives of 8 such brilliant minds and see what made them famous, powerful, and unforgettable.
🔹 1. Dr. Godwin Maduka — The Village Transformer
Known For: Founder of Las Vegas Pain Institute | Africa’s Tallest Medical University Building | Philanthropy in Nigeria
Estimated Net Worth: $700M – $1B
From hawking at a village market in Umuchukwu, Anambra, to building one of the largest pain centers in Las Vegas in six locations, Dr. Godwin Maduka's story is the kind that turns legends into legacy.
But wealth wasn’t his final goal — he transformed his entire hometown, building over 100 modern homes, roads, schools, markets, fuel stations, high court, churches, and even police stations.
Most impressively, he singlehandedly funded and built the tallest medical university facility building in Africa — a 17-storey, ultra-modern facility aimed at turning Umuchukwu into a global hub for medical education and innovation.
> “I was poor. I don’t want to be poor again. I don’t want anyone around me to be poor.” — Dr. Godwin Maduka
🔹 2 . Dr. Ben Carson — The Hands That Made History
Known For: First successful separation of conjoined twins at the head | Former U.S. Secretary of HUD
Estimated Net Worth: ~$30M
From a troubled Detroit upbringing to becoming the youngest head of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Ben Carson is a living medical legend.
His fame exploded after his memoir “Gifted Hands”, and his surgeries became the stuff of miracles. While his foray into politics drew mixed reactions, his legacy in medicine is sealed in history.
🔹 3. Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice — The Glass Ceiling Breaker
Known For: First woman president of Morehouse School of Medicine
Estimated Net Worth: $5M – $10M
As the first woman to lead the Morehouse School of Medicine, Dr. Montgomery Rice not only broke glass ceilings — she redefined leadership in academic medicine.
A fierce advocate for women’s health and racial equity, she continues to open doors for the next generation of Black medical leaders.
🔹 4. Dr. James Hildreth — The Pandemic Warrior
Known For: HIV Research Pioneer | COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Advisor
Estimated Net Worth: $3M – $5M
A Rhodes Scholar turned global scientist, Dr. Hildreth cracked key insights into how HIV enters cells — and later became a national voice of reason during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As president of Meharry Medical College, he’s shaping future Black doctors while standing firm on science, justice, and community health.
🔹 5. Dr. Akinlabi “Akin” Laleye — The Tech‑Savvy Doctor
Known For: Digital health reformer | Innovation in African healthcare
Estimated Net Worth: $13m - $15million
Nicknamed “Dr. Akinlade Lol Are,” this modern-day medical thinker is blending medicine, tech, and public health to reshape African healthcare.
His voice is increasingly global, pushing for scalable digital solutions to the continent’s most stubborn health problems — from data gaps to access inequality.
🔹 6. Dr. Bennet Omalu — The Truth Teller
Known For: Discovering CTE in NFL players | Subject of the movie Concussion
Estimated Net Worth: ~$5M
When Dr. Omalu discovered CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) in the brain of late NFL star Mike Webster, he rattled the billion-dollar football industry.
His fight for truth over profit made him a medical whistleblower — and a cultural hero. Will Smith played him, but the real man needed no acting to be brave.
🔹 7. Dr. Herriot Tabuteau — The Silent Billionaire
Known For: Founder & CEO of Axsome Therapeutics
Estimated Net Worth: ~$1.1 Billion
Quiet yet powerful, Dr. Tabuteau built Axsome Therapeutics, a billion-dollar biotech firm focused on novel therapies for depression, migraines, and more.
He doesn’t crave headlines — but his success speaks volumes. One of the wealthiest Black doctors alive today, he’s proof that you can change the world without shouting.
🔹 8. Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong — The Game-Changer
Known For: Inventor of Abraxane cancer drug | Owner of The L.A. Times
Estimated Net Worth: ~$5.9 Billion
Dr. Soon-Shiong is a South African-born surgeon, medical researcher, and biotech titan. His invention of Abraxane, a revolutionary cancer treatment, made him a billionaire.
Now based in the U.S., he’s mixing media ownership, biotech investment, and public health philanthropy into a portfolio of power few can match.
🎯 So What Made Them Relevant Global Icons?
Here’s the secret sauce:
✅ Expertise – They rose to the top of medicine, not by chance but through unmatched excellence. ✅ Courage – They took risks where others hesitated — whether in science, surgery, or society. ✅ Innovation – They didn’t just follow rules; they rewrote them. ✅ Impact – Their legacies are felt from African villages to American courts and global conferences.
✨ Final Thoughts
These doctors prove that Black brilliance in medicine isn’t rare — it’s revolutionary.
They are healers, builders, voices of justice, and architects of the future. And they show the world that medicine isn’t just about healing bodies — it’s about changing lives, communities, and history.
> And the next generation? They're watching — and rising.
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Alex report, is your man not contesting this time around?
Moroccoguy: The next chairman is coming from south South and it will be very tough to defeat Tinubu.
There’s nothing like federal character for an independent body, in fact a non political candidate should be appointed, irrespective of his tribe. Better of he’s based abroad and apolitical
Mathewrichard99: Wrong heading, Should have been hungry crowds of Nigerians forcing themselves into Hilda Basil Large pot of Jollof Rice Cooking For Guinness World Record
Enioluwa just arrived the venue of Gino World Jollof Festival with some beautiful flowers for Hilda Baci
Baci promised that the pot pledged to serve “the most amazing, hygienic food you’ve ever eaten.”
The free event, organised in partnership with seasoning brand Gino, is expected to draw more than 20,000 people as Baci attempts to cook the world’s largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice.
Baci made headlines in May 2023 after completing a 100-hour cooking marathon in Lagos, a feat that earned her global recognition through the Guinness World Records.
You are trying to get Nlders attention to this. The sponsorship is working
Celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci has reassured fans and food enthusiasts of the hygiene of the giant pot she intends to use for her record-breaking jollof rice attempt at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos.
Baci said she personally washed the massive six-metre-wide pot using a branded detergent before the event kicked off.
“Yes, I can officially confirm this pot is clean! I personally rolled up my sleeves and washed it myself,” she wrote, tagging the detergent brand.
"In just a few hours, this same pot will be home to thousands of servings of Nigerian Jollof history in the making," she added, In an accompanying video, the chef was seen inside the custom-fabricated pot as she scrubbed its interior.
“I know you’re probably about to pop your eyeballs out. Why is she inside the pot?” she said jokingly.
"The reason I'm inside the pot at this moment is because I need to wash the pot.
"I can assure you that once I am done washing the interior of the pot and I've gotten rid of all the liquid, I'm going to rinse it again, and I have brand new mopsticks that I would be using to clean it once again before we use it to cook for you."
Baci promised that the pot would be fully sanitised before the cooking began and pledged to serve “the most amazing, hygienic food you’ve ever eaten.”
The free event, organised in partnership with seasoning brand Gino, is expected to draw more than 20,000 people as Baci attempts to cook the world’s largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice.
Baci made headlines in May 2023 after completing a 100-hour cooking marathon in Lagos, a feat that earned her global recognition through the Guinness World Records.
Sonnobax15: Opportunities like this only come up once in a blue moon ..... He's certainly one of the few luckiest dudes during that era .........
These days,even to meet your ordinary ward councillor face to face,you may up needing to pass through alot of protocols first .
From what he wrote, this happened during the first term of return of democracy. Then nepotism wasn’t as it is today. Imagine security taking you into government house without an appointment today
Guinness World Record holder and food influencer, Hilda Baci has taken delivery of the massive pot for her recording breaking event.
Recall that she's set to cook the world’s biggest pot of jollof rice.
The massive red pot, which has a volume of 22,619 litres, was fabricated in Gbagada and was transported overnight to Eko Hotel in Lagos, the venue of the event.
Videos show the pot branded with Gino being delivered under tight supervision.
Hilda confirmed its arrival, saying: “At 4am this morning our pot was safely transported from Gbagada where it was fabricated to Eko Hotel where the event is taking place. I’m still pinching myself this is actually happening in less than 24 hours.”
Tanker will be used for water She may also need ladder
But there are cooking machines that cook for hundreds if not thousands of people abroad. This her record may not be the quantity but for the media attention. It’s her hustle. Good luck girl
Smitaro100: Baba English no too hard I said most and not all, besides u think say na all the politicians u mention children u sabi, e go shock u say some get pikin with down syndrome wey media no dey talk about for house, fear naija politics because most naija politicians hand no clean.
You used ‘MOST’, which could imply more than 60%
Do you have data on this, or you just sit down and type nonsense
Dpharisee: Deji wants to be in the headlines and calling Peter Obi is the only way to do that às if Obi is the President, mentioning Tinubu who abandoned his duty post to be having lunch in France will not attract clicks
guy1234: This coach nonsense 4-4-2 formation is too narrow. We are not creating any overloads anywhere on the pitch. The wingbacks are not moving up to create threats up front. This is all on the coach .
[quote author=Ryda post=136743043]The hook up lifestyle is everywhere not only in Lagos. Have you had time to visit or stay in Abuja? BDSM, Scissorcing, call it any name you want. A lot is happening in Nigeria.
My advise for every man out there. Do a deep search on her background before you even ask her out. Ask for her social media handles. Some will tell you they don't have one. Do your own research and find out. Many are wifing retired hoes and they're not aware of it.
Lastly if you're going to fornicate, have the lights tuned on. A lot of men are digging herps in the name of pleasure. You're finished especially if you're a married man. [/quote
RevenuesBoost: Today, on our way to the market, Hubby, Baby Light, and I made a quick stop at my parents’ shop. It’s conveniently located just off the highway, a little before the market, so we decided to drop Baby Light off with my mum to make shopping a bit easier.
After we were done at the market, we swung by again to pick her up—and ended up staying a while to chat. As we were gisting, Mum glanced at the small quantity of fresh tomatoes I had bought and asked, “Will this be enough for you?”
I replied, “I’m going to mix it with Snake Tomatoes.”
The look she gave me—pure disapproval! “No o!” she said immediately. “Don’t mix it. It’ll spoil your stew.”
I couldn’t help but laugh. “Mum, have you even tried it before?”
Let me tell you—if you ever taste Snake Tomatoes, you’ll not just like them… you’ll love them.
They’re so underrated! You won’t find them in our local markets; you actually have to grow them yourself. To be honest, I hadn’t even heard of them until last year—Hubby was the one who showed me Snake Tomatoes and how it's prepared.
orisa37: THE WORD CRIME IS A LEGAL WORD. YOU DON'T CALL A PRESIDENT WHO HAS BEEN SO DECLARED BY THE SUPREME COURT OF JUSTICE A CRIMINAL. IT'S IGNORANT OF SOWORE TO USE SUCH WORD FOR A NIGERIA PRESIDENT..
owobokiri: Hope Uzodimgba doing his things. Who get time fir Elrufai in Owerri? Sponsored crowd ofcourse.. Hope is a Machevelian. To him, the end will always justify the means. Somehow, he thinks that Tinubu will look his way for the position of the Vice president in the future. Dude does not stay in Imo anymore. Always stuck in Abuja. Maybe by attacking Tinubus enemies, he will curry some favour from Tge Don Colleon of Bourdillion
saintopus: The 2027 election will be one of the most highly skewed election to favour the ruling party. The journey to have free and credible election in Nigeria 🇳🇬 will take several years away from now.
So long as greed and the winner takes it all approach of the Black Man consciousness is still very obvious in Nigeria we will continue to have a poor election in Nigeria 🇳🇬
Jonathan allowed Jega to have a free hand
There should be a law that makes the appointment of INEC chairman free from the presidency or other political office holders.
Maybe sects that do not vote in elections should screen and bring up candidate for this position
heracles1: bro you are just saying it. you dont know how to endure this country when you have nothing. i would rather enter the boat than continue to live hopelessly in Nigeria
Do you think it’s free to enter those boats? Those guys pay and some of them will later become angry with the country that accepted them
European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Manchester City Vs Manchester United (3 - 0) On 14th September 2025 by Cmanforall: 9:04pm On Sep 14, 2025
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u sat on Ghana Must GO sac inside the cupboard 
?How fan Air managed enter the cupboard, no urinate, nah another mystery. 
