African Events Artist Profile: Perfecta Ekpo is one of the most hardworking artists around. Born in Ikot-Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State Perfecta took up dancing, acting, and singing while she was growing up. She studied Theatre Arts at University of Calabar and later joined the National Troupe of Nigeria before moving to the United States where […]
Over the weekend, the World Igbo Congress held their Annual Convention 2016 in New York. The event which was held between the Hilton in Queens and the Obi Igbo Community Center was attended by several members of the organization and Igbo dignitaries from both Nigeria and around the United States. Among the special guests who […]
“A nation is ruined if leaders who are supposed to lead and solve problems allow themselves to be distracted by engaging in denials, passing the buck, and blaming critics and the opposition for every challenge or problem encountered…”
Mbaise people celebrate their annual cultural Night in New York New York, New York: The Mbaise Association in the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut tri-State area held their annual Cultural Night event at the Queens College Student Union Hall, in Queens New York. In attendance were friends and relatives of Mbaise people from around the […]
“At a time when life is becoming harder for the average Nigerian and many could barely get their three square meals a day, Japanese Takasu may have reminded many wealthy Nigerians that wealth is useless if it does nothing to lift the people around us.”
Mbama People’s Association in New York Hold Annual Family BBQ & Summer Picnic Bronx, New York: The members of the Mbama Peoples Association in New York recently held its annual family BBQ and summer picnic event at the Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx. In attendance were friends and relatives of Mbama people. It was […]
Dr. Mrs. Hadiza L Osuji Celebrates Her Doctorate Graduation With Friends and Family in New York New York, New York: The family of Mr. Joseph Osuji and Dr. Mrs. Hadiza Osuji recently invited friends, relatives, and well-wishers to join them in celebrating the doctorate graduation of their wife, mother, and sister Hadiza L. Osuji. The […]
‘I decided to confront the experience of colourism and skin bleaching which permeates the Black and Asian community.
Nigeria: What HND Holders Must Do To Achieve Parity With Bachelor’s Degree – Education Ministry Explains The Ministry of Education on Friday denied harmonizing the degrees and higher national diploma awarded by universities and polytechnics, saying that HND holders must meet new requirements to attain the Bachelors level. Mr. Benjamin Goong, who is the spokesperson […]
SSA Sumonu Bello-Osagie and family Celebrate Daughter’s Christening and Dedication in New York Over the weekend, the family of Sumonu and Dorcas Eki Bello-Osagie held a christening and child dedication ceremony for their beloved daughter, Eyram (God has blessed us). The bundle of joy came for the Bello-Osagie family after 23 years of marriage and […]
The NAFCA Trophies for Nollywood & African People’s Choice Awards Hollywood 2016 Winners will be formally presented at the Star-Studded prestigious NAFCA Will Smith FAVORITE HOLLYWOOD ACTOR Taraji P. Henson FAVORITE HOLLYWOOD ACTRESS Jacinth Sutphin Chillton De M. James FAVORITE PROMISING ACTRESS […]
“Dr. Sebi’s African approach to disease relies on natural botanical remedies to cleanse and detoxify the body, bringing it back to a more alkaline state from the acidity that causes disease and pathology.”
“In this bold piece, Mr. Fani-Kayode makes an assessment of the current situation in Nigeria and thereby raised some issues of concern. Is he a man speaking the truth or a mere member of the opposition…”
Another Nigerian Teen Uwamanzu-Nna Accepted To All Eight Ivy League Universities in USA Augusta Uwamanzu-Nna of Elmont Memorial High School in Long Island New York received acceptances from all the 12 colleges she applied to including the prized eight Ivy League universities, Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Pennsylvania, Brown, Cornell, and Dartmouth. Also, she received acceptances […]
“…a few facts and figures to highlight the contributions that African immigrants currently play in United States. The strength of America’s economy and civil society depends on its New Americans. Immigrants from Africa and their children are bringing new strength and vigor to the country.”
African Events Wedding: Joy Weds Moses in New Jersey: The families of Ejiofor in south-eastern Nigeria and the families of Adedeji from south-western Nigeria came together recently to witness the marriages of their children, Moses Adedeji and Joy Ejiofor. The event was held at the Pantagis Renaissance Scotch Plains New Jersey, and was attended by […]
In this health and fitness highlight, we present a Foxnews report, stating that study suggests that Tattoo Ink May Be Toxic. Do you agree? Read and let us know what you think. Getting inked may lead to long-term skin problems and an increased risk of cancer, according to a new report by the European Chemicals […]
In this health and fitness highlight, we present a Foxnews report on 5 Weird Ways Tattoos Affect Your Health. Do you agree? Read and let us know what you think. A tattoo convention this past weekend in Quito, Ecuador, brought a dizzying array of colorfully tattooed bodies. Not as prominently featured? Some of the weird […]
African Personality Profile: Pearlena Igbokwe, Media Television Entertainment Personality Pearlena Igbokwe was named President, Universal Television in June 2016. Most recently, she was Executive Vice President, Drama Development for NBC Entertainment. Prior to that, Igbokwe was Executive Vice President, Drama Programming for NBC Entertainment. Previously, Igbokwe was Executive Vice President, Drama Development, where she oversaw […]
“In a White House memo dated Tuesday, January 28, 1969 to President Nixon, former Secretary of State, Henry Kissinger describes the Igbos as “the wandering Jews of West Africa – gifted, aggressive, westernized, at best envied and resented, but mostly despised by their neighbors in the federation”(foreign relations document, volume E-5, documents on Africa 1969-1972).”
Press Release: African NAFCA 2016 The fifth annual NAFCA also known as Nollywood & African Film Critics’ Awards will be on the 17th of September 2016 at the prestigious Alex Theatre of Glendale California USA and will air worldwide. Over 500 Million viewers worldwide will read about the glitz and glamour of NAFC Awards Night […]
Pascal Atuma and acclaimed Nollywood Director Tchidi Chikere team up to direct GLO’s “Professor John Bull” TV Series. African Events Correspondent in Nigeria reports that Nollywood directors Pascal Atuma and Tchidi Chikere are currently working together in Enugu directing a TV series titled “Professor John Bull.” Telecom giant Glo brought the pair together to direct […]
Among the criticisms against the International Criminal Court is that it has preoccupied itself with Africa and failed to investigate equally severe conflicts elsewhere. … the court has opened investigations in 20 criminal cases in eight African states.
“Totalitarian dictators must not be rewarded with the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission. The time for such shameful action is past. Africa needs to turn a new leaf. We don’t need the august body to be tainted with the excreta of leaders who believe they are above the law, who hold sham elections while jailing their opponents…”
The Sodeke family recently called on friends and family to join them in celebrating the achievement of their daughter, Tomi Sodeke who graduated with degrees in MD and MBA from Temple University. The event took place at the Episcopal Church in Newark New Jersey and was well attended. Pictures by African Events .com
Bronx, New York: Recently, the Mbano Community in the New York Area recently held its Annual Fundraising Party 2016 in Bronx, New York. The event was attended by friends and well wishers of the Mbano people from around the United States and even from outside North America. HOW IT HAPPENED: The event kicked off with […]
New Jersey, USA: Recently, the families of Iwuagwu and Okafor came together to witness the wedding ceremony of their own – Chikara Ozioma Iwuagwu and Emeka Emmanuel Okafor in New Jersey. The event was widely attended by relatives, friends, and well wishers from around the world. The wedding mass ceremony was followed by a grand […]
Brooklyn, New York: The families of Forabo Bamidele Onoge and Modupe Ayodeji Fagbulu recently came together to celebrate their wedding celebration. A massive turn out of relatives, friends and well wishers were on hand to witness the grand occasion. The flamboyant event was held at the Marriott in Brooklyn New York and was officiated by the […]
USA: Recently, relatives, friends and well wishers of the Mbamaras came together to celebrate the baptism of their son Godswill. The official baptism mass service was held at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church. After the service a reception was held for guests where they were treated to a casual but generous luncheon in celebration of the […]
Orange, New Jersey: Recently, the family of Michael and Ihenji Nwuba were joined by friends and family to celebrate their son’s naming and dedication ceremony at the RCCG Dominion Cathedral in Orange New Jersey. After the service, a reception was held at the Four Square Church hall also in Orange New Jersey. The event was […]
On March 19, 2016, the Bahais of the City of New York came together to celebrate their “Naw-Ruz” (New Year) event. The event took place at the Assembly Hall, The Riverside Church in Manhattan, New York. It was attended by Bahai members and their friends and relatives from and around the New York, New Jersey […]
New York, New York: Recently, the Nigerian Lawyers Association (NLA) held a Panel Discussion titled: “From Foreign Courts To U.S. Jurisprudence: Finding Success In The U.S. as an International Lawyer.” The event took place at the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. Among the participants were members of the Nigerian Lawyers […]
New York, New York: The Nigerian Lawyers Association USA recently swore in new executive officers and members of the Board of Directors to steer its affairs in the year ahead. The swearing in ceremony took place in the ceremonial Court Room of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, and was […]
Ihite Uboma, Imo State: Anglican Bishop of Okigwe South Diocese Rt Rev David Onuoha last week buried his father Sir Humphrey Onuoha at his country home Umuike Lowa in Ihitte/Uboma LGA IMO State Nigeria. In attendance were friends and relatives of Bishop David Onuoha as well as members of the Anglican congregation across the country. […]
Miss Imo USA 2014/15 Launches Charity Organization To Help The Less Privileged In Africa Queens, New York, USA: The Miss Imo USA 2014/2015, Miss Casandra Adaeze Iwule recently accomplished her dream of starting a charity organization to help the less privileged in the society. Accordingly, the Dera Unity and Cultural (D.U.C) Foundation aimed at providing […]
With honor and excitement we introduce our Africa Bureau Chief, Mr. Tennyson Ogueri – renowned Journalist, Editor, & Media Consultant: Tennyson Ogueri, a veteran journalist from Imo State, Nigeria commenced his journalism career after graduation from Daily Times JOURNALISM Institute and Nigeria institute of journalism in 1986. After his internship with the New Nigerian News […]
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