Archive for August, 2014
US Edition of the Nigeria Centenary Awards (NCUSA) takes place in New York, Sep. 26– 27
For Immediate Release The US Edition of the Nigeria Centenary Awards (NCUSA) takes place in New York, September 26th – 27th, 2014 August 21, 2014 – New York, NY – […]
Nigeria Narrowly Loses in Women’s 2014 FIFA World Cup Final: Positive Lessons To Learn.
Though the heart-broken Nigerians wanted to win it all, it was not to be… the greatest consolation should lie in the fact that they made Nigerians and Africans proud by their spirited performance. We salute their achievements…
Birthday and Thanksgiving Event for Venerable Dr. Emeka Nwaigwe
Queens, New York: Recently, friends and relatives gathered at the Obi Igbo Community center to celebrate the Special Birthday and Thanksgiving Event for Venerable Dr Emeka Nwaigwe. HOW IT HAPPENED: […]
Bringing African Culture to The African Diaspora: Commendable Practice For African Cultural Posterity
“…a people or generation without an identifiable artistic heritage or cultural orientation will inevitably suffer from a strange emptiness that could drastically impede the psyche of not only that generation but the ones to follow.”
The 5th Annual Nigerian Leadership Summit 2014
HOW IT HAPPENED: On Saturday August 9th, 2014, Nigerians from all walks of life converged at the Step Out center, New York for the 5th annual Nigerian Leadership Summit 2014. […]
New Book Goliath & The Ant by Okechukwu Okugo Focuses On Power Of Love
“Goliath and the Ant” is about the developing love between Prince Odike and cocoyam farmer and peasant, Ngwamma. Being a prince, Odike has confidence in his abilities to change the world…
Comfortbliss Aliheukwu Ezeji Launches Her Debut Musical Album
Bronx, New York: Recently, Comfortbliss Aliheukwu Ezeji launched her musical album titled – I Depend On Jesus – in the Bronx. HOW IT HAPPENED: Friends, relatives, and fans from across […]
Ebola: That we may not forget – Stella Adadevoh and Justina Ejelonu
“there is no greater love than to lay down your life for another…”
Chuka Umunna, Helen Grant, & Chi Onwurah – 3 Nigerian British MPs
COMBINED PROFILE: In this edition of African Personality profiles, we feature three British Members of parliament with Nigerian parentage making great strides in Britain. Written by Ikenna Okonkwo. *** *** […]
Book The AKUNESI Masquerade Presented by Mbano Community Inc For Your African Event
Amongst the Ibos of southeastern Nigeria, one of the most common expressions of cultural artistry is through performance and celebration of masquerades. Understandably, there are many legendary masquerade’s across Iboland. […]
Omo Weds Emmanuel in New Jersey, USA
New Jersey, USA: Recently, the families of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Igetei and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ijeh witnessed and celebrated the uniting of their children Omo and Emmanuel in […]
Igbo Organization: An African Example in Good Governance, Diligence, & Accountability
It was a pleasure to see the transparency and candor with which the organization’s records and activities were managed.
President Obama Engages with African Leaders at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit 2014
Today was an opportunity to highlight the importance of rule of law, open and accountable institutions, strong civil societies, and protection of human rights for all citizens and all communities.
Genevieve Nnaji
PROFILE: Genevieve Nnaji is an actress, singer, & humanitarian, Genevieve Nnaji started her acting career as a child actress in the then-popular television soap opera “Ripples” at the age of […]
Imo State Congress of America 6th Annual International Convention 2014, NY
Queens New York: Recently the Imo State Congress of America held its 6th Annual International convention in Queens New York. HOW IT HAPPENED: The event was widely attended by Imo […]
Salif Keïta
PROFILE: Salif Keita is an Afro-pop singer, songwriter Salif Keïta, (the long-time ambassador of Malian music) born August 25, 1949 is an afro-pop singer-songwriter from Mali. He is unique not […]
Mosunmola Abudu (Mo Abudu)
PROFILE: Mosunmola Abudu is a media personality, TV producer, talk show host, entrepreneur, & human resources management consultant. “If you CAN think it …you CAN do it!” Talk about “words […]
Modern Civilization, Technology, & Dangers of Uninformed Critics & Crusaders
As people interact and learn of other cultures, they naturally find differences…yet, no particular society (or critic) should arrogate to itself the authority to condemn or advocate the eradication of the cultures and lifestyles of other societies without first consulting and obtaining the consent of such other society.
Oliver Oscar Mbamara
PROFILE: Oliver Oscar Mbamara, is an attorney, filmmaker, actor, writer, & poet. Background and Legal Career: Oliver Oscar Mbamara started writing and acting while pursuing a legal career in Nigeria […]
Foreign Direct Investment Opportunities in Nigeria Exhibition (FODION 2014)
Global Ethnics Ltd, UK, recently organised Foreign Direct Investment Opportunities in Nigeria Exhibition (FODION 2014) held at the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, Broad Sanctuary, London.
Of Violence, Deportations, & Unguarded Rhetoric – History Should Teach Us Better
Incendiary remarks could trigger unimaginable reactions and reprisals that could spiral out of control. If leaders continue to feed the populace with statements and sentiments of a tribal, political, or religious nature, it will be a daunting task to overcome division, dichotomy, and disunity within the nation.