PROFILE: Michelle A. Mitchell is an attorney, and associate of the International Trade Practice.
Ms. Michelle A. Mitchell received her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center where she served as legislative counsel within the school’s Federal Legislative and Administrative Law Clinic developing policy and strategy on workplace flexibility issues and crafting federal...
PROFILE: Patrick C. Wilson is an administrator, international observer, trainer and speaker
Dr. Patrick C. Wilson serves as the Administrator of Blacks In Government (BIG) -Africa Partnerships Secretariat (BAPS).
BAPS overall mission involves providing African governments, public and private sectors, with infrastructure export-ready tools and train-the- trainer programs essential for the...
Sir Hilary Beckles is a professor, historian, author, and consultant
Professor Sir Hilary Beckles was born in Barbados in 1955.
He attended secondary school in Barbados and Birmingham in the U K. He received his higher education in the United Kingdom. He graduated with a BA (Hons) degree in Economic...
PROFILE: Michael Blake is a pastor, politician, associate producer, consultant, and campaign manager
Michael Alexander Blake, born in The Bronx, NY with a heart murmur on Christmas Day, is named after two historic Jamaican public servants – Michael Manley and Alexander Bustamante. This beginning probably explains his foundation of faith, politics and...
Job Opportunity Associate Athletic Director for Advancement University of Massachusetts LowellUMass Lowell is a national research university located on a high-energy campus in the heart of a global community. The...
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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...
"...there is the problem of African leaders not being able to confront their Arab counterparts and clearly state what is wrong in the relationship. Clearly, there was the in your face adverse action by the Saudi government in deporting thousands of African migrants, while the Summit was about to take place. You felt sick to your stomach as the African leaders, bar none, indulged in praise-singing... It was totally an act of cowardice." ...MORE
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...
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...
High uric acid levels in the blood stream can lead to a common form of arthritis called gout. To prevent gout, it is essential to maintain good eating habits and have proper medication. To reduce the uric acid levels in blood, you may need to limit intake...
Hello Dear Friends,It's time for us to get together again!
Bring your entire family to celebratethis wonderful end-of-the-year musical event.SATURDAY DECEMBER 7, 2013 The 13th ANNUAL MUSICAL NIGHT IN AFRICA
9:00 PM to 1:30 AM
Featuring...
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Pubic hair does have a purpose, providing cushion against friction that can cause skin abrasion and injury, protection from bacteria and other unwanted pathogens, and is the visible result of long awaited adolescent hormones, certainly nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed about.
“Our constant search and struggle for development resources is linked directly to the historical inability of our nations to accumulate wealth from the efforts of our peoples during slavery and colonialism,” said Baldwin Spencer, prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda, in July this year. Reparations, he said, must be directed toward repairing the damage inflicted by slavery and racism....MORE
“Rhythms of Africa” A musical journey that describes the movement of ancient rhythms sprung from the souls of vibrant cultures and carried by hand and heart from Africa to the Caribbean and the Americas debuts during the FACE 2014 in Atlanta, GA. March 1, 2014.
Last Friday, November 8, 2013, Super Typhoon Haiyan tore through the Pacific islands of the Philippines, leaving behind a scene of destruction and despair. The global Red Cross network is responding to emergency needs in the Philippines with food, water, and relief supplies, and the American Red Cross is lending people, expertise and...
Nigeria beat Mexico 3-0 in the Under-17 World Cup final on Friday to win the tournament for a record fourth time, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Nigeria becomes the first side to claim four FIFA U-17 World Cup surpassing Brazil who have won three times.
In a good example of how justice could be blind, an Ohio man who was declared dead after he had disappeared from his home eight years earlier appeared in court to ask a county judge to reverse a 1994 ruling that declared him legally dead, but the judge turned down his request, citing...
According to local reports in Sao Paulo Brazil, a man was found half-buried in the cemetery in a suburb of Sao Paulo, by a woman visiting the cemetery. Police say the man was attacked, taken for dead, and subsequently buried. That was until the woman saw the man she expected to be dead,...
Stockholm Sweden: Recently, Chief Charles Onuora (Ochiri-ozuo) and Lolo Ifeoma Onuoha celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary as well as the birthday festivities of their two sons....
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...
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...
The Chinua Achebe Foundation has announced that on December 10, 2013, at Bard College, United States of America, President John Dramani Mahama of the Republic of Ghana will deliver the first Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum Lecture, a statement posted to The Neighbourhood Wednesday by Dr. Chidi Achebe, President and CEO at African Integrated...
The United Nations has devoted November 15 as a day to honor the late Prof. Chinua Achebe with a post-humous celebration in New York. The late Prof. Achebe who is regarded as Africa's most acclaimed author is to be honoured by the United Nations (UN) on November 15 with the day set aside...
Kenya's Great Rift Valley, a 450-mile-long volcanic trench ripped open by shifting tectonic plates, is known as the cradle of mankind for the million-year-old remains of human forebears discovered there. Oil drillers say the area also holds a string of fields that could make East Africa's largest economy a major energy producer. The...
Though in hardship we may suffer,
We assure tomorrow with steadfast faith,
As a breed of people never subdued.
Though a few of us may act unfairly
And tarnish the name of our dear country,
The most of us are true good people,
With honor and hard work so abounding,
Revered by those who truly know us.
And yes we are called the...
Breast cancer is a kind of cancer that develops from breast cells. It usually starts off in the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply them with milk. A malignant tumor can spread to other parts of the body. A breast cancer that started off in the lobules is...
Friends Africa Announces 2013 Champions for Global Health
(Lagos, Nigeria, 29 October 2013) Friends Africa today proudly announces the 2013 Champions for Global Health; a ground breaking initiative designed to amplify expert...
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