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. *** *** Chuck Umunna: British member of parliament Chuck Umunna is a British MP of Nigerian heritage. He was born 17 October 1978 in London to Nigerian […]
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. Undoubtedly the Akunesi masquerade belongs in that class. The AKUNESI masquerade originates from Oru in Imo State, Nigeria. A long way from the USA. The […]
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 Hazlet, New Jersey. HOW IT HAPPENED: Having celebrated the traditional wedding earlier in the week, the wedding mass was then held at Holmdale New Jersey […]
It was a pleasure to see the transparency and candor with which the organization’s records and activities were managed.
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.
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 8. She was also featured in several commercials, some of which included Pronto beverage and Omo detergent. In 1998, at the age of 19, she […]
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 state indigenes (and their friends and relatives) in America, Nigeria, as well as other parts of the Diaspora. The convention was a 3-day event involving […]
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 only because of his reputation as the “Golden Voice of Africa” but because he has albinism and is a direct descendant of the founder of […]
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.
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 speaking volumes”, this catchy phrase aptly sums up the life, personality and achievements of Mosunmola Abudu – more popularly know as ‘Mo Abudu’. Mo’s whole […]
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.
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 before moving to the United States where he was also admitted to the bar. He subsequently became an Admin Judge for the State of New […]
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.
According to Ga oral tradition, a severe famine broke out among the people… They were inspired by the famine to embark on massive food production exercises which eventually yielded them bumper harvest. Their hunger ended and with great joy they “hooted at hunger” HOMOWO.
Diversity allows each entity or individual to operate at its own level. Each move and survive at a pace peculiar to it. The diversity of life therefore provides each differing consciousness with what it requires to subsist and advance with life.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Peter Obi thanked the society for the award. He said he was able to save the Billions he for the computer revolutions as well as other achievements credited to him by cutting the cost of governance, and shunning offices such as that of the First Lady that constitutionally were not supposed to exist.
Ahmed counselled Muslims to shun all forms of vices, especially violence, that could hinder harmonious existence with people of other faiths, adding that , “It is not a mistake that God made people of diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds to co-exist in the country; it is for a purpose.
In front of 171,000 raucous spectators over four sessions, the tournament was again a massive boost for the abbreviated form of 15-a-side union that makes its Olympic debut in Rio in 2016.
“…many people of African descent live in the United States. …this is a good occasion for Africa to chart a new paradigm in terms of cooperation. …a summit that brings President Barack Obama and many heads of state an excellent opportunity..”
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A rhino poacher in South Africa has been sentenced to 77 years in prison in one of the heaviest penalties aimed at curbing poachers who target rhinos for their horns, which fetch a high price on the illegal market in parts of Asia.
“Imilchil Marriage Feast is a Berber marriage festival where up to forty couples tie the knot. It takes place in Imilchil in the Middle-High Atlas Mountains near Marrakech, Morocco. The festival is a great way to experience Berber culture including music and dance.”
“With some vegetables, the micronutrients are heat-sensitive and can be destroyed by cooking. But with others, cooking allows the body to absorb more of the beneficial compounds because heat releases the nutrients from the cell matrix to which they are bound.”
The Nri Progress Union, USA recently held its 2014 National Convention Gala Night at the Igbo Community center in Queens New York. In attendance were people of Nri from around the world as well as their friends and relatives. Photo Covrage below: [CLICK HERE TO WATCH AS SLIDESHOW…] 123►
When that moment of reckoning begins to unfold, it dawns on the manipulator that his power, status, or affluence cannot stop or change the course of things for justice cannot be bribed, influenced or manipulated. The law of Life must take Its course.
We started a street team at the last minute to counter those TKTS people who are really supposed to be promoting everything on Broadway. I also cannot go without saying that there was something deeply embedded in a lot of the reviews that went deeper than just a dislike of the play.
While some players lost at the world cup, and others are asking for raises or insisting on match appearance fees before playing, Mesut Ozil, of World Cup champion Germany, is paying for 23 Kids’ Surgeries In Brazil
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“Our religion says no compulsion on religion. We are not supposed to say what we don’t do…Usman Danfodio’s Jihad never forced people to accept Islam. It only came in to transform Islam to teach Muslims to practice Islam…”
Queens, New York: The family of Bethels Agomuoh celebrated their son’s 5th birthday recently in Queens New York. HIGHLIGHTS/HOW IT HAPPENED: The weather was kind for the casual occasion which recorded an impressive turn out of both adults and children with abundant food and drinks to go round. Among the attendees were Nollywood Producers, actors, […]
It becomes pertinent for each individual or group of us to reexamine our beliefs in the face of today’s world and ask ourselves – how reasonable are our beliefs, how certain are we of our purposes on earth, and how do our beliefs help in answering these questions?
“…incompetent people are inherently unable to judge the competence of other people, or the quality of those people’s ideas…democracies rarely or never elect the best leaders. Their advantage over dictatorships or other forms of government is merely that they “effectively prevent lower-than-average candidates from becoming leaders.”
New York, New York: The Miss Africa Tri-State Pageant 2014 took place recently in Manhattan, New York, United States. HIGHLIGHTS AND HOW IT HAPPENED: Picking up from where they left off last year, the organizers of the event decided to host the event in Manhattan New York this time around. This year’s event showcased a […]
“…this particular tournament will go down in history as a special world event that changes the paradigm of diversity and inclusion in national representation as well as sets a vision of branding a new world image. “
“Women can reduce their risk of breast cancer by maintaining a healthy weight, drinking less alcohol and being physically active, and it’s not a bad idea to swap some red meat – which is linked to bowel cancer – for white meat, beans or fish,”
It is all a reflection of the kind of countries and environment we have created for ourselves. No national team that is divided in its objectives, distracted in its focus, or partially motivated in its zeal will ever win a world tournament like the world cup. It would be unfair to others who put their lives on the line to win for their country men and women….
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