TIME 100 List 2023: Bola Tinubu, King Charles III, Lionel Messi, Elon Musk, and Dr. Dimie Ogoina Among the Notable Figures Recognized for their Impact and Contributions

 

Time magazine has released its list of the 100 most influential people in the world for 2023. Among the list are Nigeria’s President-elect, Bola Tinubu, US President Joe Biden, King Charles III and Ghanaian-born, Nigerian-based sculptor, El Anatsui. Argentine footballer, Lionel Messi, Twitter Chief Executive, Elon Musk and Nigerian professor of epidemiology, Dr Dimie Ogoina, were also mentioned in the list.

Tinubu, who won the Nigerian presidential election on February 25, 2023, was noted for his victory over his rivals, despite the challenges in the electoral process. King Charles III appeared on the list under the Icons category, alongside author Salman Rushdie, Chinese dissident Peng Lifa, actor Jennifer Coolidge, trans journalist Imara Jones, and others. El Anatsui, a sculptor from Ghana who currently lives and works in Nigeria, was also listed. In addition, Iranian reporters Elaheh Mohammadi and Niloofar Hamedi were mentioned for their crucial coverage of protests against the regime, as well as Russian journalist Evan Gershkovich, who is currently imprisoned.

despite facing many challenges and controversies. The TIME citation also noted Tinubu's history as a political power broker and his role in restoring democracy to Nigeria in 1999. However, the citation also acknowledged the many issues Tinubu faces as he prepares to lead a fractured nation plagued by corruption, religious insurgencies, and a struggling economy.

King Charles III's appearance on the list came as he prepared for his coronation alongside Queen Camilla. He was listed under the Icons category alongside other notable figures such as Salman Rushdie and Jennifer Coolidge, among others. The citation by British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward unmindful praised Charles' commitment to sustainability and environmentalism, noting that he has been a vocal advocate for climate action and biodiversity conservation.

Other notable figures on the list included Lionel Messi, one of the greatest footballers of all time, and Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX. Dr. Dimie Ogoina was also recognized for his significant contributions to epidemiology and global health equity, particularly his work on the Mpox virus outbreak in Nigeria.

Overall, the TIME 100 list recognizes individuals who have made significant impacts in their respective fields and whose actions have shaped the world, regardless of the consequences.