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All The Nigerian Wins At AFRIMA 2019
April 19, 2022
The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) is an annual awards event established by the International Committee AFRIMA, in collaboration with the African Union. AFRIMA is not to be confused with the Afrikan Musik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) – a celebration of African music in the diaspora – which took place in October in Dallas. Read more … Continue reading All The Nigerian Wins At AFRIMA 2019
Social Media Influencer Of The Week: David Oyelowo
April 19, 2022
If there is one Nigerian in diaspora doing Nigerians proud, it is David Oyelowo, the sensational actor whose performance in the movie Selma, earned him Golden Globe nomination and brought him worldwide recognition. You may also know him for his roles in movies like The Butler, Rise of The Planet of The Apes, Queen of … Continue reading Social Media Influencer Of The Week: David Oyelowo
Nigerian Man, Joseph Udumeze Chukwueke Elected Mayor of Woodlynne in America
April 19, 2022
Over the course of 2019, we have seen Nigerians abroad emerge as political leaders in countries such as the United Kingdom (Kemi Badenoch), United States (Adewale Adeyemo) and in high profile medical teams (Oluyinka Olutoye). The Nigerian diaspora population ranges from 5 to 15 million people. Another distinguished Nigerian, Joseph Udumeze Chukwueke, has yet again … Continue reading Nigerian Man, Joseph Udumeze Chukwueke Elected Mayor of Woodlynne in America
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South Eastern Delicacies: Origin of the Nigerian Food, Ugba Salad
April 19, 2022
Ugba or ukpaka is the local name for fermented African oil bean. The African oil bean tree grows approximately 6 metres in girth and 21 metres in height. The tree is low branched; it has low wide buttresses and an open crown that allows light to penetrate under its canopy. The glossy brown seeds are … Continue reading South Eastern Delicacies: Origin of the Nigerian Food, Ugba Salad
Some of the Most Exciting Events in November
April 19, 2022
This is a sophisticated month (ask anyone born in November, they’ll tell you.) It’s only fitting that some of the most prestigious events of the year have been set apart for November. Impossibility Is A Myth: A Solo Art Exhibition Kanye Tagbo-Okeke is an abstract artist, a 9-year-old native of Anambra State. The narrative of … Continue reading Some of the Most Exciting Events in November
All The Nigerian Winners From AFRIMMA And AMAA 2019
April 19, 2022
October is an exciting month. If you don’t know why, see the shortlist we published earlier on Events To Look Forward To in October. Whether you love art, photography, books, music, or film; there was something for you in October. The last weekend of the month has come and gone with a big bang. Lagos … Continue reading All The Nigerian Winners From AFRIMMA And AMAA 2019
AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2019
April 19, 2022
Meet Some Of The Speakers For AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2019 The AfriLabs Annual gathering is, the largest pan-African summit of tech innovation hubs and stakeholders, from across Africa and the diaspora, scheduled to take place from the 28th – 30th October 2019, at the African Union Headquarters, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Annual Gathering 2019, … Continue reading AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2019
Everything You Need To Know About Damson Idris And Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s New Film, Farming
April 19, 2022
Damson Idris will appear alongside Genevieve Nnaji in a new film written and directed by the award-winning, British Nigerian actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje. The film is called Farming, and it will be Adewale’s first release as a writer and a director. The storyline of Farming is based on the true life story of Adewale as a … Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About Damson Idris And Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s New Film, Farming
Thinking About Nigeria – 59 Years On
April 19, 2022
On October 1, 1960, the most populous black nation, Nigeria, became independent. This news was greeted with excitement, as the world romanticized the promises it held for her Nigerians, Africa and the rest of human civilization. Fifty-nine years on, Nigeria still soldiers on. Faced with a myriad of challenges, some of which have collapsed … Continue reading Thinking About Nigeria – 59 Years On
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Nigerians in History- Stella Obasanjo
April 19, 2022
Stella Obasanjo, was probably famous primarily for being the first lady of Nigeria, and wife to Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. As significant as that position was, however, to confine her fame and impact to just that will be disrespectful and demeaning. In addition to the above, she was a political activist in her own right, supporting … Continue reading Nigerians in History- Stella Obasanjo
By jeremiah
Websites We Love: Socially Africa
April 19, 2022
Adaora Mbelu Dania, founder of Socially Africa, has a resume that many only dream of having. At the young age of 16, she ventured into the world of entrepreneurship, launching a magazine that commemorated the works of successful Africans in diaspora. Her content directing career saw her work for the United Nations World Tourism Conference, … Continue reading Websites We Love: Socially Africa
Vox Populi: How Nigerian’s Anger on Xenophobia Forced South Africa’s Apology
April 19, 2022
The crowd sourced anger of Nigerians and the Nigerian government which was channeled towards South Africa must have produced some fruits afterall. That the South African government sent special envoys to apologise and have further talks with the Nigerian government at the seat of government in Abuja on Monday is a good augur to start … Continue reading Vox Populi: How Nigerian’s Anger on Xenophobia Forced South Africa’s Apology
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Everyday Heroes- Frances Ogamba
April 19, 2022
In the past few weeks, Nigeria and Nigerians have been on the global headlines for mostly negative reasons, the internet fraud scams in the United States, the drug smuggling cases in Saudi Arabia etc. A need of fresh air is needed at this moment: people that will also put Nigeria on the news for positive … Continue reading Everyday Heroes- Frances Ogamba
By jeremiah
How can Nigerians Hold Politicians Responsible?
April 19, 2022
A video in which former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu was manhandled by some men of Igbo extraction in Nuremberg, Germany was in circulation over the weekend. Ekweremadu was scheduled to speak as a special guest of honour at the 2nd Igbo Annual Festival in Germany. The motive of the attack is still unknown, … Continue reading How can Nigerians Hold Politicians Responsible?
By adedoyin
AMFEST EXPO: African Women In Arts And Culture
April 19, 2022
The African Women in Arts Conference & Showcase tagged ‘Lagos 2019’ is powered by The AMFEST EXPO Project. The AMFEST Expo is a Pan African Capacity Building, Networking & Showcase Conference for Women Business Owners in the creative sector. An opportunity to get information on how to expand your business, skills and content into the … Continue reading AMFEST EXPO: African Women In Arts And Culture
