In the past weeks that witnessed the recent Nigeria elections, I suspended my weekly poetry performances on social media, and many wondered why. Though the nature of my day-job does not lend me to...
Alexandria, Virginia, USA: It was an evening of celebration and appreciation as the African Community Service Awards 2018 was held at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center in Alexandria Virginia to celebrate and recognize the efforts of several African artists, enterpreneurs,...
New York, USA: Professor Kingsley Moghalu, who is running for the office of President of Nigeria come 2019, has echoed the call for the practice of meritocracy, securing of Nigerian borders,...
Uyo, Nigeria: Women in Aerospace, ASTAL in the Conference of University of Uyo Women's Organizations (CUWO) in Uniuyo recently held a celebration of the International Women's day. According to Mrs. Millicent Okereke, the member of the organization who submitted this report,...
New York to Freetown, Sierra Leone: Connaught Hospital, Freetown, Sierra Leone to receive a Brand New High-end Ultrasound Scanner from African Views. Connaught Hospital was first opened in 1912 by the Duke of Connaught, Prince Arthur. President Kabbah re-opened the hospital...
"If only there could be an educating version of this program... Yet, these morons in BBN will earn millions for coming to suck breasts, speak thrash, display nudity, and get under the sheets on International TVs."
We must make sure the evacuations are complete, that those guilty of crimes in the situation are held accountable, and the sociopolitical situations, poor leaderships, and economic hardships in the home countries that result in these migrations (in the first place) are seriously addressed...
Recently, horrible and dehumanizing images, and videos have been circulating on Social media and forums depicting the maltreatment of African youths said to be seeking to travel to Europe via Libya. We have not verified these images or videos but they are so inhumane and undeserving depictions of man's inhumanity to fellow man, and ought to be decried with immediate effect and urgency...
The Committee to Protect Journalists today condemned the conviction and sentencing of Somaliland journalist Mohamed Adan Dirir during a one-day trial held without the journalist's lawyer.
"the announcement of the proscription of the group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) by Governors of the South-east states and the categorization of the group as a ‘terrorist organisation’ by the Nigerian military are unconstitutional and does not follow due process. Our laws make clear provisions for taking such actions and without the due process being followed, such declaration cannot have effect. "
Ironically, the President has refused calls to dialogue with agitators from the southeastern part of his own country Nigeria and has ignored to address their claims of marginalization, extrajudicial killings, intimidation, and harassment in the hands of the Military and the Police.
"Law Enforcement is the Duty of the police and not of the military. We cannot continue to wake up to people with camouflage and guns every day.
Nigerian Constitution says that “Every person shall be entitled to freedom of expression, including freedom to hold opinions. If Kanu has said anything to incite violence, you arrest him and charge him to court. You do not deploy the army to shut his mouth."
it is an act of terrorism to intimidate a population. When you deploy the Military against a civil and unarmed populace to show force. That is terrorism.
Most times when we walk into big malls, boutiques and supermarkets we never question their prices. We pay exactly what we see on the price tags and even hand out tips to the staff.
But the...
Ambassador Sire Dione Conde is a UNESCO goodwill ambassador for peace. She is also the President of New York...
"Since its inception, the African Union (AU) has been working to consolidate the orientations defined by the Abuja Treaty to gradually achieve integration and promote socio- economic development. The building of the African Economic Community (AEC) is one..."
"If Germany is genuinely committed to an African Marshall Plan, one that treats Africa as a genuine and equal partner; and whose ambition is not a temporary fix to a migration crisis, but an attempt to cooperatively to stimulate entrepreneurship and broad-based economic growth in Africa..."
"...the intelligence of the Ibos (Igbos/Ndigbo) of southeastern Nigeria has been a subject of many discussions. Below is a US Academic report that addresses the subject using facts, figures, numbers, and charts.
About The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC): The...
Executive Summary:
Imo State lies within Africa’s rainforest belt. It has...
"There are many African stories to be told, and many histories and cultures to be safeguarded through the African perspective. Nollywood offers both a voice for our people in today’s dynamic socio-economic environment and a bed of investment opportunities to be explored and enjoyed."
"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."
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...
Augusta Uwamanzu-Nna of Elmont Memorial High School in Long Island New York received acceptances from all the 12 colleges she applied to including...
"...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."
"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..."
Newark, New Jersey, USA: The City of Newark appointed Hon. Olamide Davies Talabi as a Commissioner for African Commission in Newark, NJ, United States of America. The appointment is for a period of four years and may be renewed. She was sworn in on Monday, February 29, 2016 at the Newark City Hall...
"Nigeria is in the throes of a terrible ideological struggle between Liberal Democracy and Sharia that must be resolved in favor of Liberal Democracy in the best interest of the divergent ethnic, cultural, and religious groups in the nation."
"We call on the Government of Nigeria and the international community to investigate the incident and bring any culprits to book... We also call on the affected people and communities to remain peaceful and to rather seek redress through courts than resorting to armed-struggle..."
New York, New York: Nigerians in the USA gathered at the Nigeria House in Manhattan, New York City on Saturday September 19th for one of its final meetings before the annual Nigerian Culture Night and Nigeria Independence parade events. Consular officers at the meeting include: Mr. Sa'ad Muhammadu Bello - Acting Consul General;...
“It makes no sense to spend billions of the peoples money on less than one per cent of the population. “Islam directs that pilgrimage should be for the person with the means and not the individual with access to government. "
“My wife had failed in her matrimonial obligations. She does not prepare my food on time and I have warned her several times, but she would not listen to me,” he was quoted as saying.
The NEW Central Bank of Nigeria CURRENCY LAWS THAT YOU MUST BE AWARE OF
Be aware of the law that you may enjoy your Nigeria trips:
CBN has banned US$ Domiciliary accounts in Nigeria. Aug,...
Last week, President Obama kicked off the 2015 YALI Presidential Summit by joining five-hundred young African leaders for a town hall meeting, where he underscored the US commitment to the African continent and empowering young African leaders...
