Category Archives: Held African Events 2013

Goodluck Support Group (GSG) New York Inauguration 2013

New York, New York: Recently, the Goodluck Support Group , USA held the inauguration of its New York Chapter at One United Nations Plaza in New York. In attendance were several dignitaries such as the Special Guest of Honor, Barrister Ahmed Gulak, Special Adviser to President Goodluck Jonathan on Political Affairs and National...

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Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio New York Chapter Inauguration and New Members Induction

Queens New York: Recently, the "Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio" with headquarters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Nigeria inaugurated their New York Chapter and also inducted their new members as well. In attendance were members and officials of the organization from around the world including the International President, Akparawa (Elder) Nse Ubeh and several USA/Canada...

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African Anglican Church Celebrate Baptism Mass For Children

Bronx, New York: The Anglican Church for the Ibo Community (Anglican Uka Ndi Igbo) in the Bronx, recently held a baptism/christening mass for a number of the new-born children in the congregation. Among those baptized were Chimdindu Chukwuemeka Nnorom, the new born child of Sir Felix and Lady Gold Nnorom; Divine Ugochi Ekeijeh...

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Joyful Joy Foundation Launches in Africa

Recently, the official Nigerian Launch Event for Joyful Joy at the Avenue Suites took place. There was an outpour of support and it featured celebrity performances and more. Sioux Greaux, Co-Founder & Managing Director at Joyful Joy Foundation shares a little bit of what our Joyful Joy Foundation has been doing on the...

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NAFCA Awards 2013 in Washington DC

The third annual Nollywood & African Film Critics' Awards (NAFCA 2013) was held recently at the Warner Theatre, Washington DC USA. In attendance were filmmakers, actors, producers and other entertainers from around the world.

HOW IT HAPPENED: The NAFCA 2013 program generally commenced the day before with the premiere of...

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Nigeria Independence Parade 2013 in New York

New York, New York:  Nigerians all over the world recently celebrated their country’s 53rd 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.

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Annual Igbo Night New York Celebration 2013

Brooklyn, New York: Recently the Annual New York Ibo Night was held in Brooklyn New York. It was a night of Ibo cultural celebration and camaraderie as Ibos from around the United States gathered to once again celebrate their Ibo traditional heritage. In attendance were many sons and daughters of the Ibo tribe...

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4th Nigerian States Sports Carnival

New Jersey, USA: Recently, the 4th Nigerian States Sports carnival was held in New Jersey.The was organized by the Nigerian Sports and Cultural organization was attended by Nigerians and Africans from and around the New Jersey, New York, Connecticut tri-state area. A number of Nigerians were recognized and some received award trophies for...

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Mbaise Association Annual New Yam Festival 2013 USA

Queens, New York: Recently, the Mbaise Community in the New York Area recently held its Annual New Yam Festival (aka – “Iri ji”) 2013 in New York. It was a night of cultural display and entertainment. Our staff was there to bring you exclusive photo shots.

HOW IT HAPPENED: The weather was...

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Mbano Indigenous Cultural Convention USA 2013

Queens, New York:  The Mbano National Assembly recently held its Indigenous Cultural Convention in New York. The event witnessed a massive turnout of Mbano Indigenes across the United States. It was an evening of camaraderie and fun-filled entertainment. Our staff was there to bring you the coverage with exclusive shots as usual.

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Miss Africa Tri-State Beauty Pageant 2013

New Jersey: The Miss Africa Tri-State Pageant 2013 was recently held in New Jersey, United States.

HIGHLIGHTS AND HOW IT HAPPENED: The Miss Africa Tri-State 2013 was recently held in New Jersey and was attended by a mixture of Fashion and culture enthusiasts. There were great performances by the Yaaya cultural group....

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Ohafia USA National Cultural Convention 2013

Queens New York: The of Ohafia in the USA recently held their annual convention in Queens New York. The event was attended by sons and daughters of Ohaji across the United States of America. The event featured speeches by dignitaries as well as cultural performances by traditional and cultural entertainers including the popular...

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