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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Peloton Instructor Tunde Oyeneyin, 39, Lands 2026 SI Swimsuit Spot After 70-Pound Weight Loss
Peloton Instructor Tunde Oyeneyin, 39, Lands 2026 SI Swimsuit Spot After 70-Pound Weight Loss originally appeared on Parade. Peloton star teacher Tunde Oyeneyin, 39, just got the surprise of a lifetime. The fitness superstar and Nike athlete—known for her intense cycling sessions and almost-too-hard arm workouts—went from Sport IllustratedSwimsuit open casting call contender to being named the first 2026 SI Rookie. She earned a coveted spot in the 2026 SI Swimsuit Issue after receiving the top fan New York Times bestselling author, known to fans simply as "Tunde," received the news during a live Peloton class, thanks to fellow instructors including fan-favorite Rad Lopez and digital creator Achieng Agutu. The 39year-old fitness phenom, celebrated for her uplifting messages and relentless enthusiasm (which is much needed if you've ever taken one of her killer classes), has openly shared her 70-pound weight loss journey—crediting consistency, a strong mindset, and regular workouts. Tunde often talks about her transformation during rides, inspiring her loyal community to keep pushing this year, Tunde surprised fans by walking in the SI Swimsuit Show in Miami. Now, she's made it into the pages of the iconic magazine. Tunde's fellow Peloton instructors and fans were quick to shower her with love and congratulations. Peloton instructor Camila Ramon wrote, "UR GIRL DESERVED THIS && SHE GOT IT WE LOVE YOU!!! forever proud of u n still crying." Jess Sims also celebrated her colleague, writing, "THATS OUR GIRL!!!!!!" But it's Tunde's own reaction on Instagram that captures the moment best. She wrote,"Picture say a thousand words. Yesterday, I overheard a member say 'there's nothing the Peloton community can't do when we all show up.' I'm not sure what I did to deserve your love, but I love you right back. Thank you for the support, not just through this, but on a daily. It wouldn't have been possible without you." Congratulations, Tunde. So… does that mean tomorrow's class can be a little easier? Asking for a friend. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Peloton Instructor Tunde Oyeneyin, 39, Lands 2026 SI Swimsuit Spot After 70-Pound Weight Loss first appeared on Parade on Aug 11, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 11, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
Business Insider
06-08-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Nigeria's youth hold the key to the country's success
For three years, Tunde has pitched his tech startup to more than a dozen Nigerian investors, each demanding political concessions he did not have or kickbacks he would not pay. With no capital or support, Tunde joined the growing exodus of young Nigerians. He didn't want to go – but had to. More than 60 percent of Nigeria's population is under the age of 30. That should be a gold mine for innovation, energy and talent. Yet, instead of driving economic growth and transformation, this generation is being stifled by a political establishment frozen in the past. Where other nations face ageing populations and shrinking workforces, Nigeria teems with young minds ready to work, build and lead. By 2050, the country is projected to become the third most populous in the world. The potential is undeniable, but the nation still limps under the weight of corruption, collapsing infrastructure and policy paralysis. A Demographic Advantage Wasted The economic logic is simple: a youthful population can fuel sustained economic growth. More workers, more entrepreneurs, more innovators and more consumers. All the ingredients for a prosperous and dynamic economy. But youth alone is not a solution. A country can overflow with talent and still starve without capable leadership. Nigeria seems to be living proof. Raw numbers do not build nations - vision does. Meanwhile, nations like South Korea, Singapore and China have shown precisely what is possible when good governance meets demographic strength. They haven't just spoken about potential; they have turned it into policy. Investment in education, built digital infrastructure and their own people means that today these countries stand as leaders in technology, manufacturing and innovation. Nigeria has the people but it does not yet have the leadership. A Government Out of Touch Under President Bola Tinubu, promises of job creation for young people have fallen flat. Late last year, the government claimed that unemployment dropped from 33 to just 4.3 percent - a statistical sleight of hand, as anyone working even one-hour-per-week is counted as fully employed. It is a claim that does not fool the millions of young Nigerians searching for meaningful work. Meanwhile, public education is in freefall. Classrooms lack roofs, teachers go unpaid, and the institutions shaping young minds are starved of investment. At the same time, Nigeria's boldest young entrepreneurs are being choked by bureaucracy and are moving abroad for opportunity. Startups opting to remain in the country face red tape, high costs, and a system rigged for the political elite. A recent poll found that 83 percent of Nigerians now have little or no trust in the Tinubu administration, a moral failing as well as a technocratic one. All the while, the economy is struggling. Inflation is a daily reality for young Nigerians. According to Human Rights Watch, the cost of cooking a single pot of rice has risen by 19 percent in just six months. The situation is unsustainable, and young people from rural villages and bustling urban communities alike are feeling the bite. They aren't asking for handouts, they are asking for an administration which truly believes in their potential and has the will to back it. What Must be Done If Nigeria is to escape this vicious cycle of governmental dysfunction and generational disappointment, it must confront a truth too often ignored; the country's youth is its most valuable resource. These youth are not statistics. They are the nation's engine. The burden of change therefore doesn't fall on governmental alone. Nigeria's youth must move from the margins of its politics to the mainstream. One figure offering a different vision is Prince Adewole Adebayo, presidential candidate for the Social Democratic Party. A respected lawyer and entrepreneur, Adebayo seems to recognise how youth and prosperity are linked. One area Adebayo believes could be revolutionised by the innovation and technological know-how of Nigeria's youth is agriculture. He describes it as a sector where technology, innovation, and youthful entrepreneurship can collide to create jobs, grow exports, and secure food sovereignty. he insists, Adebayo has personally sponsored the education of over 2,000 Nigerians to provide them with high-quality educational experiences. He has repeatedly spoken of the need to trust young people to lead innovation and shape the future. But that trust must be matched by a government that delivers with systematic reform: dismantling the systemic corruption that has long buckled Nigeria's institutions and replacing it with faith in the capabilities of its youth population. Nigeria at a Crossroads Nigeria stands at a crossroads: succumb to inertia or push for renewal. The vast potential of the nation's youth could be wasted if it is not utilised effectively. Young Nigerians are tired of empty promises, they want a government that works for them, not one content with their struggles. Ahead of the 2027 election, Nigeria's young people must become more involved in the political process which continues to ignore them. Only through direct involvement can they bring about lasting change.
