Famous people from Nigerian

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A celebration of Nigerian voices spanning pioneering writers, incisive philosophers, boundary-pushing artists, and transformative leaders. Their work reaches from oral traditions to digital platforms, engaging themes of identity, justice, creativity, and community. Drawn from diverse regions, languages, and generations, these figures illuminate the nation's cultural vigor and civic imagination while shaping conversations across Africa and the world. Their distinct paths and legacies reveal how literature, ideas, art, and public service intersect to inspire change and affirm Nigeria's rich, evolving story.

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Author Profession Quotes Year
Babatunde Olatunji Musician 1 1927 - 2003
Ben Okri Poet 17 1959
Chinua Achebe Writer 13 1930
Francis Arinze Clergyman 8 1932
Hakeem Olajuwon Athlete 10 1963
Ibrahim Babangida Statesman 27 1941
Nnamdi Azikiwe Statesman 2 1904 - 1996
Olusegun Obasanjo Statesman 13 1937
Peter Akinola Clergyman 6 1944
Philip Emeagwali Scientist 26
Wole Soyinka Dramatist 28 1934