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Nigerian Independence Parade and celebrations 2007 in New York |
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New
York, New York: The Nigerian Independence celebrations was held around
the world (both at home and abroad). In New York it was a celebration of
pride, unity and hope. Characterized by various display of fanfare and
flamboyant costumes, the event filled many parts of New York City with
Nigeria's traditional color - green, white, green. Exclusive
pictures by Oyiza Adaba and Citor Nnorom
CELEBRATION
MODE: Both Professor Chudi Uwazuruike and Chief Temitope Ajayi are
seen here in celebration mode
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A
procession of Marshals during the parade
HOW
IT HAPPENED: Several blocks of the street were closed down as
marshals and dignitaries including Diplomatic officials marched down the
street en-route the 44th street stage where various groups performed. The
event witnessed a record crowd attendance and even after the formal events
such as the parade, speeches and performances were over, attendees stayed
around to interact and revel in the beauty and joy of the green, white,
green. Congratulations Nigeria! |
Names of Member organizations of the Nigeria Independence Day Parade Committee:
Anglican Church of the Pentecost, Ariya Entertainment, Bini Club, Celestial Church of Christ, Cherubim & Seraphim Church, Christ Apostolic Church First in the America, Egbe Omo Yoruba Greater New York, Hudson Valley Nigeria Association, Igbo Organization, Imo Association, Nigerian Nurses Association of USA, Nigerian Women Organization, Nigerian Social Workers Association, Organization for the Advancement of Nigerians (O.A.N.), Regional Council of Nigerian Muslims, Save Africa Concert, Under Da Rock Entertainment, United Nigeria Foundation, World Mission Foundation, Zumunta Association
- List Courtesy of Mike Adeniyi
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By Oyiza Adaba and Citor Nnorom. Edited By AfricanEvents.com
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Ambassador Aminu Wali
(M), Venerable Nwigwe, and many other dignitaries and guests at the event
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Nigerian
Pride
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Guest
parade |
A
proudly painted Nigerian entertainer
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Citor
Felix (middle) of THIS AMERICA and African Events with Chibuzor of FEELS
GOOD TO BE HOME and some other Nigerians/fans
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Typical
Nigerian Mother: Beautiful, cheerful, natural
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Filmmakers
And Actors: Some Nigerian filmmakers who later stopped by directly
from location where they were shooting the new film ON THE RUN AGAIN: (From
right:) Oliver Mbamara of SLAVE WARRIOR, THIS AMERICA, etc. Sam Onwuka
of WOUNDED APPLE, CARBON COPY, COVER POT, etc, AJ, Munishka, and Kevin,
all cast members of the upcoming ON THE RUN AGAIN
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International
Correspondent and photographer, Oyiza Adaba amongst the crowd during the
event
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Nigerian
beauties
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WBC Champion
Samuel Peter of Nigeria had a car float during the parade. The
"Nigerian nightmare" as he is fondly called later retained his
WBC crown on October 6, 2007 at Madison Square Garden
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A
Procession led by the Marshals |
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Cross
section of the crowd in attendance
BUKA
(Food Zone): African and Nigerian dishes like fufu, vegetable soup,
egusi, ewedu, fish, chicken, and many more were in abundance in the bukas
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