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PRESS RELEASE: Nigeria Centenary US Awards honors Nigerians at Awards Gala/Dinner in New York City
New York, NY – September 29, 2014 – On Saturday, September 27, the Nigerian community in the U.S. came together at the Grand Ballroom in New York City for the […]
Blessing Udeh’s Family Mark And Celebrate Her One Year Successful Recovery From Surgery
Bronx, New York: The Udeh family recently celebrated the one year anniversary of the successful recovery from heart surgery of their wife, mother, sister, daughter, Mrs. Ngozi Blessing Udeh at […]
Speech For Compensation at Amistad 25th Anniversary in Connecticut By Hon. Minister Alpha Kanu of Sierra Leone
…through help of former President John Quincy Adams, the Africans won the case. Somebody must take responsibility and damages must be paid. Spain, having joined the action must take the greatest responsibility to pay compensation
The African NAFCA Awards 2014 Show Holds in Beverley Hills, California
Beverly Hills, California: On the 13th of September at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills the African NAFCA honored thespians among the best in the field of entertainment. Over 500 […]
Implications of Freedom, Responsibility, Self-Believe & Self-Decisions (“I am me…”)
A true friend or loved one will not watch a friend/loved one continue with a behavior that is harmful without offering to help. Yet, if such offer of help is rejected one has to respect the rejection and not force an acceptance.
Queenette Surprise Baby Shower Event in New York
Bronx, New York: Recently friends and family came together to hold a surprise baby shower event for Queenette Chichi Nnorom.The event was held at the Church of the Nativity in […]
Nigerian teenage scientists develop cure for halitosis (mouth odour or bad breath), and win award
Recently, a pair of Nigerian teenagers, Eveshorhema Samuel-Alli and Ibukunoluwa Oladeinde proudly represented Nigeria at the 2014 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, California, USA, and subsequently […]
Los Angeles Nollywood Film Association Award (LANFAA) 2014
Los Angeles Nollywood Film Association Award (LANFAA) Celebrates 2nd Edition in great style and gusto. – By Stanley Chinedu Acholonu (SMUTKUT MOVIES) There is something to be said about being […]
Annual Convention of Anambra Associations USA (ASA-USA) 2014 Held in Houston, Texas USA
Houston, Texas USA: The Annual Convention of Anambra State Associations USA (ASA-USA) was recently held at Marriott Westchase Houston Texas USA, October 11, 2014. The event was attended by sons, […]
The Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Festival 2014 in New York, Oct. 9 to Oct 11
PRESS RELEASE: Preparations are in top gears for Nigerians and friends of Nigeria for the twin celebration of centenary of amalgamation of Nigeria as a nation and 54th anniversary of its Independence, in New York City.
Nigerians in USA Ready And Praying For A Successful Independence Parade in New York, Oct. 11
New York, New York: Nigerians in the USA gathered on Saturday September 13th at the Nigeria House in New York for a meeting of the Nigeria Independence Day Parade Committee […]
EBOLA ALERT: Beware of expired hand sanitizers, untested Ebola Test Kits, Unregistered/Fake Products – NAFDAC warns
ANNOUNCEMENT: NATIONAL Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) Director-General, Dr. Paul Orhii, Tuesday lamented that “some unscrupulous businessmen have turned the country into a dumping ground by […]
Radioactive Waste, Pollution, & Electromagnetic Exposure: A Call For Awareness Programs and Effective Management
Though one may not see it, touch it, or smell it, the impact remains potent and sooner or later it will manifest…with some awareness people would be able to make the choices helpful to their health and their lives
Calling Volunteers For Ebola Medical Mission – by Head of the AU Ebola Operation in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Ebola has been ravaging West Africa including our dear country Nigeria. More than 2,000 lives have been lost and the situation is still gloomy. Though Nigeria has demonstrated that it […]
African Union appoints Dr. Julius Oketta to head the AU Ebola operation
Directorate of Information and Communication Press Release NO. ……../ 2014 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia–10 September 2014: The African Union Commission has appointed Dr. Julius Oketta to head the African Union Support […]
African NAFCA Beverly Hills – 2014 Winners And Honorees List
African NAFCA Beverly Hills 2014 Saturday September 13, 7:00 PM-9:30PM The Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 USA Hollywood & Nollywood were equally represented on the red […]
ANNOUNCEMENT – Independence Parade: Arusi Obi calls out Nigerians in USA
The next Nigeria Independence Day Parade Meeting is on Sat. Sept. 12th at the Nigeria House…on 44nd street and 2nd Ave Again, it is free, self sponsored by individuals like […]
Agbar Family Celebrate Thanksgiving For Retirement & Graduations
Maryland, USA: Recently, the Agbar family held a thanksgiving event in celebration of the triple milestone achievement of members of the family vis-a-vis retirement and graduations. HOW IT HAPPENED: The […]
La Musique Haitienne À La Loupe (The Haitian Music In The Loupe) – By Louis Carl Saint Jean
Depuis la rédaction magistrale d’« En écoutant Haïtiando » en mars 2000 par l’ex-président Leslie François Manigat, l’article « Toujou sou konpa » publié en juillet 2014 par Vincent Joos […]
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 […]
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.