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New
York: Nigerians recently celebrated the country's 49th
independence anniversary with a parade attended by many Nigerians and
others in the tri-state area and beyond. It was a day of celebration
featuring several dignitaries, members of the Diplomatic Corp, New
York City council members, leaders, and more. Nigeria gained its
independence in 1960 from the then British colonial government. It
became a republic in 1963 and has since seen its share of civilian
governance, military coups and back again to civilian governance.
There were similar celebrations by Nigerians around the world. Our staff was
at the parade in new York to bring you exclusive photo-coverage.
The Consul General of Nigeria, Ibrahim Auwalu and Chief
Chika Okpala, MON, aka Chief Zebrudaya Okoroigwe Nwogbo, alias 4:30 of
New Masquerade during the Independence parade.
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Marshals and dignitaries lead the parade
HOW
IT HAPPENED: The event started with the arrival of
Nigerians and supporters of the Nigerian pride from across the United
States especially the tri-state area. Dressed in assorted colors of
green white green, the celebrating crowd gathered at the corner of 56th
street on 2nd Avenue from where the parade commenced. The jubilant
convoy led by parade Marshals such as Nigeria's Consul General, Ibrahim
Auwalu; Chief Chika Okpala MON (aka Chief Zebrudaya), Dr. James Obi, US
New York City County member; Hon. Eric Stevenson, ULTIMATE COMMANDER,
the All African WWW wrestling champion, and more marched to the Nigerian
house on 44th street. Street ceremonies followed at the Dag
Hammarksjold Plaza on 47th street, featuring cultural dances, singers,
and other artistic performances. There were a number of people who
protested for a better governance at home in Nigeria, but not even the
downpour during the parade could dampen the joyous mood of the
celebrants and the activities continued into the night as several
parties were held in the city through the night to cap the celebrations.
We wish Nigeria, a progressive, improving year ahead. |
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WWW All African Wrestling Champion, De Ultimate Commander
of Nigeria at the parade.
Filmmaker and Attorney, Oliver O. Mbamara with Chief Chika
Okpala, MON, (aka Chief Zebrudaya), and Hon Eric Stevenson - District
leader.
Beauty Queens
The Ultimate Commander Supporters Club
George Onuora and Chief Chika Okpala, MON, MFR,
(Chief Zebrudaya)
Filmmaker Sam Onwuka with Oguguo (behind) at the parade
Prince Obi and Sir Citor Felix, African Events of Golden
Studio Inc
Ultimate Lady and Anthony Chima at the parade
Singing the national anthem
Children corner - on the float
George Onuora, Queen mother, and Bello Osagie
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Chief Chika Okpala, MON, MFR exchanging greetings with
Joy Ogwu - Nigeria's Ambassador to the United Nations. In the
middle is the Consul General, Ibrahim Auwalu
Queen Mother and beautiful Nigerian traditional dancers
L-R: Oliver Mbamara
(Ozobio), Chika Okpala (Zebrudaya), Felix Nnorom, De Ultimate
Commander, and Dele and company.
The Ultimate Commander supporters club members with
Chief Chika Okpala (Chief Zebrudaya)
Enough is Enough: Let The Suffering Stop
Monica Sanchez of Miss CARICOM with the reigning Miss
CARICOM pose for a photo with Ultimate Commander, Chief Zebrudaya and
others
And the rain came down
George Onuora, Bello Osagie, Queen Mother and others in
a group picture during the event.
The parade trail: Anthony Chima and Dan Salami helping
to get things moving
NYPD was there to help with security - the event was
incident-free
Another section of the Marshals leading the parade
More dignitaries
L-R: The Consul General,
Ibrahim Auwalu, Chief Chika Okpala, MON, MFR, and Nigeria's Ambassador
to the United Nations - Joy Ogwu
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