Chart topping ladies of this age.

Chart topping ladies of this age.

          It is certainly no news that what a man can do, a woman can and will do better. At the risk of sounding like a feminist, there are women who have and will continue to give the men folk a good run for their money. These women are maestros in their world; they have paid their dues and do know their onions. Like Shakespeare opined in Macbeth, “Some were born great, some achieve greatness while others have greatness thrust upon them… Whatever category these ladies fall into, one thing is unequivocal; they are great. Meet our top seven.

funke akindele

Certainly a chart topper, brilliant actress Funke Akindele commands attention any day any time without even meaning to. Asides the many pitfalls that have besieged her, she manages at every turn to rise above it all. Recently divorced, Funke added another feather to her cap when she bagged a special recognition award on Saturday August 10^th, 2013 alongside icons like Sir Shina Peters and Broadcaster Ambrose Shomide. It was labeled 'for the excellent value they added to the Nigerian entertainment industry and all who witnessed it alluded to the fact that it was a well deserved honour for the volant actress.

Chimamanda Ngozie Adichie

Chimamanda Ngozie Adichie took the world by storm with her witty, sharp, intelligent, humorous and humane writings when she published her first novel Purple Hibiscus. Delectable, classy yet intelligent, Chimamanda is one woman whom success agrees with. With an Ivy League education that ensures she isn’t part of the shafts, Chimamanda has over the years educated and entertained her world with her writings. Her latest novel Americanah has already captured the hearts of many and is sitting at the top of many a shelf.

linda ikeji

Successful blogger Linda Ikeji cannot but make this list no matter which way you look at it. Having proven her mettle in the journalistic world, Linda has taken it to the next level by achieving greatness. In 2012, when Forbes Africa released its August issue which was dedicated to celebrating African women, the truly lovely writer cum blogger made the list of most successful women in Africa. Linda Ikeji’s profile was titled ‘Beauty, Brains and the Business of Blogging’. Arguably one of the most visited blogs in Nigeria, Linda sets the pace for others.

genevieve nnaji

Petite actress with a French originated name Genevieve Nnaji can certainly be counted amongst the cream of the crop. Not a common place actress, Genevieve has managed to harness for herself international acclaim and currently rides at the head of the flock in her industry. Despite her popularity as an actress, she has consistently added accolades, such as singer, producer and fashion designer to her name, not resting her oars.

deola sagoe

When you hear the name Deola Sagoe, the first thing that comes to mind is a swanky yet modish outfit that would continually dazzle all who behold it… that’s because Deola is simply a fashionista par excellence. The haute Couture fashion designer stepped up her game recently with her acting debut as Funmilayo Ransome Kuti in Kunle Afolayan’s latest flick ‘October 1’. A bundle of brains and talent, Deola is and will remain a beacon of greatness.

helen paul

Comedienne, actress, presenter, compere, musician does not even begin to describe Helen Paul Bamisile, the elfin dynamite that vivaciously took over the Nigerian entertainment industry with her charming yet amusing innovations. Full of life, the Theatre Arts graduate of Unilag is currently the hottest kid on the block and the entertainer in her knows no boundaries.

Chibundu Onuzo

Last and most definitely not the least, is the charismatic author of The Spider King’s daughter, Chibundu Onuzo. Though young in years, her brain bellies her age and she has the intricate markings of greatness. Already gathering her awards, Chibundu is like the rays of the early sun in a dark horizon. A brilliant author, her works have inadvertently taken root in a fertile soil. She also like Linda Ikeji made the Forbes Africa August 2012 list, evidence of whom she is and what she carries.