By Gbenga Salau 18 November 2023 | 4:49 am Recently appointed Managing Director of Google Africa, Alex Okosi, has once again secured a prestigious position on the highly acclaimed yearly UK Powerlist. Alex Okosi Recently appointed Managing Director of Google Africa, Alex Okosi, has once again secured a prestigious position on the highly acclaimed yearly UK Powerlist. This marks the third consecutive year that he has been recognised and included in this esteemed list of outstanding black achievers. Announced at the celebration of Black Excellence Awards held on October 27, 2023 at the prestigious JW Marriott Grosvenor House London Hotel, other notable individuals on the list include Vogue editor, Edward Enninful; actor, Ncuti Gatwa; actor and producer, Idris Elba (OBE); grime musician, Stormzy; actor, Daniel Kaluuya; YouTuber, KSI; and TV historian, David Olusoga to name a few. “I am deeply honoured and humbled to be recognised once again on the UK Powerlist. Being acknowledged for the third consecutive year is a testament to the collective efforts in driving positive change and fostering growth within our communities,” said Alex Okosi in a post on his LinkedIn page. “The Powerlist holds immense significance in celebrating black accomplishment, and I am proud to be a part of this distinguished cohort.”Okosi’s inclusion on the Powerlist for the third consecutive year is a testament to his illustrious time at YouTube where he grew the business by guiding the success of partners and creators across key verticals, including music, gaming, sports and media across the Emerging Markets in the Middle East, Africa and Europe. Okosi is responsible for leading Google’s vision, fostering partnerships, and advancing cutting-edge technologies on the continent. His distinguished career spans over 25 years with significant accomplishments including being a key catalyst in transforming music and content space in Africa through the launch and growth of brands like MTV Base, Comedy Central, BET and Nickelodeon in Africa. Latest NOW Liberian leader and football legend George Weah conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai after a tight presidential run-off, saying it was “time to put national interest above personal interest”. 1 hour ago In the quest to enhance the spirituality of uslims through technology, hundreds of Muslim professionals in the tech industry gathered to brainstorm on beneficial ways to use technology. 1 hour ago Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) air power has disrupted terrorists’ networks and provided support to ground forces in the fight against terrorism. 2 hours ago Tuesday, November 14, 2023 marked a memorable day in the life of Nigerian music sensation, Divine Ikubor, better known by the stage name Rema, as he announced himself as a music heavyweight with his landmark sold-out concert, tagged, Ravage Uprising, at the O2 Arena, London. 2 hours ago Recently appointed Managing Director of Google Africa, Alex Okosi, has once again secured a prestigious position on the highly acclaimed yearly UK Powerlist. 2 hours ago The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has affirmed the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal judgment, which declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Nasiru Gawuna, as winner of the election. 2 hours ago The Comptroller General, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr. Bashir Adeniyi, has underscored the crucial role policy alignment would play in the success of African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in the nation. 2 hours ago As the Super Eagles prepare for tomorrow’s clash against the Warriors of Zimbabwe in continuation of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the Chairman, Task Force of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria.. 2 hours ago The Federal Government has assured that Nigeria is on track towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030. Ensuring UHC by 2030 is one of the goals of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 2 hours ago First, it mocked him for sounding Indian. Next, it called him a copy-cat. And, now, for its latest scorn on its acclaimed pop prince, Rema, the Afrobeats community has branded the 23-year-old musician as occultic. But does this claim actually hold water?
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