Every week Woman of the Day, we recognize remarkable women who are not only making history but also shaping the future in extraordinary ways. These are women whose courage, intellect, and determination have opened doors for others and redefined what’s possible.

Today, our spotlight falls on a true trailblazer — an accomplished scholar, an education reformer, and an enduring source of inspiration for generations of African women. She is none other than Grace Alele-Williams — a pioneering Nigerian mathematician who broke barriers to become the first female Vice Chancellor of a university in Nigeria.

Here’s Usman Umar with more on her incredible life and legacy.