CNN has presented its list of the most inspiring women of 2014 and two Nigerians, Dr Stella Ameyo Adadevoh and author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie made the list.

CNN has described Stella Ameyo Adadevoh as the doctor whose efforts prevented the wider spread of Ebola in Nigeria.

CNN described Adadevoh as "the Nigerian doctor [who] died this year after overseeing the treatment of Ebola patient Patrick Sawyer." It also added that the doctor's "efforts prevented the wider spread of Ebola in Nigeria."

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie on the other hand is fast becoming Nigeria's most celebrated modern day novelist following three widely acclaimed books. Her 'half of a yellow sun' which was adapted into a movie finally hit the big screen in Nigeria this year after several controversial moves by the government to clamp down on it. Recent report also has it that her last effort 'Americanah' would also get a screen adaptation too while celebrated Kenyan actress; Lupital Nyongo is being name to play the lead character.

Others who were honoured include Oscar award-winning actress, Lupita Nyong'o, Kerry Washington and Liberian President, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf among others.