Archive for November, 2016
How To Become A Successful Actor In Nollywood – Emeka Amakeze
” All I can really offer is that you keep consistent, do the work – no shortcuts, have patience, persistence, positivity and be yourself, not what you think others want or need you to be. Believe in yourself…”
Introducing The National Museum of African American History and Culture – What It is About, and How To Visit
In our African cultural feature this month, we introduce the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) which was dedicated and opened to the public this September 2016. […]
Igbo Cultural and Support Network (ICSN) Iriji – New Yam Festival in UK
United Kingdom: The Igbo Cultural and Support Network (ICSN) recently held its annual IRI-JI festival at the Oasis Banqueting Hall, Thames Road, United Kingdom. The event was a wonderful celebration […]
Extremism and Do-or-Die Politics Versus Accountability And The Power of A Citizen’s Vote
“It therefore becomes prudent for the average person to approach the situation from a perspective that insists that neither leadership nor politics need be a matter of do or die, nor should it encourage or sustain perpetual hate, bitterness, and rancor.”
Profile: Nigerian Dr. Bennet Omalu Awarded American Medical Association Highest Honors 2016
Recently, the American Medical Association recognized forensic neuropathologist Bennet I. Omalu, MD, MBA, for his discovery of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in NFL players. Dr. Omalu was awarded the association’s highest […]
Toward Sustainable Food Security In Imo State Of Nigeria: A Manual For Agricultural Development
Toward Sustainable Food Security In Imo State Of Nigeria: A Manual For Agricultural Development Of Imo State, Conceived, Organised And Driven By All Farmers Association (Afan) Imo State And Edited […]
President, Nollywood Producers Guild USA Calls for Support in The Telling of African Stories Through Film
“Africans must rise to the challenge of telling their own stories. There are many African stories to be told, and histories and cultures to be safeguarded through the African perspective. Nollywood offers both a voice for our people and a bed of investment opportunities to be explored and enjoyed.”
How To Deal With Propaganda And Misinformation In A Time of Media Influence And Domination
“Be the keeper of your own gate of information. Invest a brief moment of research to verify anything suspicious or outrageous. Every human being has the ability of choice and the faculty of imagination and analysis. That is what makes man a divine creature. One has to be alert and aware to be able to feed on the right stuff.”
Where is the Place of Africa In A New World Order? By Michael Adeniyi
“What bothers me is that African leaders are so obsessed with looting their countries, and not doing anything to elevate their people. Africans must wake up to the impending new World Order. There is a new wave of imperialism gathering steam. Africans, be prepared lest we are colonized second time around.”
Egbe Omo Yoruba in America Honors Otunba Tai Balofin Among Others in New York USA
Egbe Omo Yoruba in America honors Otunba Tai Balofin Among Others in New York USA Otunba Taiwo Tai Balofin was among the individuals recently recognized by the Egbe Omo Yoruba […]
Now That Donald Trump Is The United States President-Elect: By Robert J. Watkins
“Don’t get too caught up in who is president. As Professor Devin writes, you must get comfortable with discomfort…. The election is over. Results are in. Crying, whining, complaining or pontificating does nothing now. Let’s strategize.”
HRH, King J. Buremoh Aroko Ola Ajagungbale I, Oba Onidera of Idera Receives Danny Glover Award
His Royal Highness, King James Buremoh Aroko Ola Ajagungbale I, Oba Onidera of Idera Receive Danny Glover Award Brooklyn New York: His Royal Highness, King James Buremoh Aroko Ola Ajagungbale […]
Nigerian Leaders In US Welcome First Lady of Ogun State At Newark Raising of Nigerian Flag
First Lady of Ogun State welcomed to the City of Newark, New Jersey by City of Newark Officials and prominent Nigerian leaders at Nigerian Flag raising event in Newark New […]
Nigerian Igbo Union in Stockholm, Sweden Holds New Yam Festival (Iriji Ndi Igbo) 2016
Nigerian Igbo Union in Stockholm, Sweden Hold New Yam Festival (Iriji Ndi Igbo) 2016 Stockholm Sweden: Recently, the Nigerian Igbo Union in Stockholm, Sweden held their New Yam Festival (IRIJI […]
Ethnic Africans Endorse Hillary Clinton For President of the United States
Ethnic Africans Endorse Hillary Clinton For President of the United States. To Hillary Clinton Campaign Press Release: Dr. Sylvester Okere President & CEO United People For Africa Congress, Nov. 7, […]