Ngozika Agu

Asia may be the economic powerhouse of the globe today but it hasn’t always been so. Back in the 1960s, the continent was the poorest in the world and boasted of negative social indices. Its teeming population grappled with poverty and Nobel-winning Swedish economist and sociologist, Gunnar Myrdal, predicted that the continent would not go anywhere as its huge...

There are few genuine fairytale stories in real life but if there is one that qualifies for that tag, it is that of Peter Marco. With a net worth estimated at $20 million, Marco ranks amongst the richest jewellers in the world. Also one of the most popular, he is to jewellery what Chris Louboutin is to shoes. From his...

It always pays to stand out from the crowd and another person who is living proof of this fact is American video game developer and music composer, Toby Fox who as of 2020 has a net worth of $3 million. While most video games out there glory in bloodshed, violence, and fight-to-the-death scenarios, Fox’s first video game, Undertale, struck...

Even though tech has become an indispensable part of human existence, most people still find it hard to understand all the intricacies involved. It, therefore, means that anybody who can explain these intricacies in an easy-to-understand manner stands to make a lot of money. One person who has done exactly this and has built up a net worth of...

One does not need to be an economist to know that Asia is set to dominate the world economy for a very long time. From one of the poorest regions in the world as of 1960, the continent has grown into a global powerhouse in just over two decades. Countries such as China, Japan, and India now dominate global...

Being a public office holder gives one fame, as well as the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on his society, but what it cannot guarantee you is wealth. Take for instance the case of New York governor, Andrew Cuomo. The trained lawyer has been in public service for most of his adult life and has served as the...

With a net worth estimated at a whopping $40 million, one would be forgiven for thinking Joel Osteen is some sort of movie star or business mogul. Armed with a megawatt smile and a positivity doctrine that emphasizes God’s love and generosity rather than hell and damnation, the preacher has been able to grow his Lakewood Church into the...

It is not every day that an ordinary gambler gets to become some sort of superstar but one man who has managed to do this is Vegas Dave. A self-styled sports information consultant, Vegas is famous for cashing out large bets placed on various sports events. He is also a handicapper - someone who sells betting tips to others...

Gone are the days when Africa was synonymous with poverty, civil strife, starvation, and disease-ravaged children. Even though the continent still has its fair share of challenges, it has nevertheless made great strides in the areas of education and healthcare. Even in the entertainment and sports industries, several African countries have churned out stars that have gone on to...

Shayanna Jenkins’ Instagram bio describes her as a person who life has knocked down but always gets up and this is quite fitting. Back in 2013, the lady found herself in a position that she couldn’t wish her worst enemy as her promising football star of a fiancée, Aaron Hernandez, was charged with murdering one of his pals. As...

Scott Cawthon’s name may not necessarily ring a bell for the general populace but for those that are video game enthusiasts, he is the brains behind one of the most beloved video game franchises in the world. Known as Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNaF), Cawthon’s games install players as the sole night watchman at a pizzeria and they then...

A cursory glance at Sasha Grey’s profile would have you dismiss her as just another retired porn star but that's not the entire story. The Northern California native is an enigma who managed to impact the porn industry despite her short stay thereof, thanks to the extremity of what she was willing to do and the unusual degree of...

David Irving is one fellow who passionately pursues whatever he believes in and this trait has helped him acquire a $1 million net worth. As a defensive tackle in the NFL, Irving has suffered several injury setbacks. He has also been involved in several disciplinary issues as well. This would of course dampen the morale of any player but...

Pretty much the entire globe has figured out that the WWE is not as real as it seems. This fact has however not impacted the attractiveness of the organization as they retain a legion of fans all around the world. Daily, millions of individuals tune in to watch their various shows. Their showpiece events, such as The WrestleMania, also...

When we think of movie stars, our minds immediately go to the gorgeous men and women who grace our screens and also bedazzle us at the red carpets as well as various award ceremonies. This is all well and good but there is a second category of movie stars that we may not see on our screens but are...

If you are still looking for proof that China is set for long domination of the world economy, then look no further than the list of the richest persons in Asia. It is thoroughly dominated by their nationals with only a smattering of Indians and Japanese thrown in. Even beyond the Asian region, China now has more billionaires than the...

X-Factor U.K. may be waning in popularity these days but there is no doubt that the show has produced numerous successful talents in the course of its illustrious run. From One Direction to Little Mix, and Leona Lewis, the Simon Cowell-piloted series has gifted the world with some truly amazing musicians who have gone on to top charts around...

YouTube has made millionaires out of several talented young persons and another good example of this is LeafyisHere. With a net worth of $3 million, LeafyisHere has expertly mined the power of the internet to build a fortune that most people will not get after a lifetime of work. His stream of income is however under threat thanks to...

Nothing better captures Faze Banks than his Twitter bio. In that little snippet, the internet star refers to himself as just some random kid who was born to be a loser but f***ed around the internet and made a life for himself. Banks has indeed made a life for himself as he now has a net worth estimated at...

It is a notorious fact that most talent show winners find it hard to thrive in the real-life industry. There are however some shows that have been more successful than others and one of them is the U.K. version of X-Factor. Ever since the show debuted in 2004, it has featured numerous wonderfully-gifted contestants who have blown away audiences...