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The Mayor and the City Council City of Carson at a meeting on 5/7/13 appointed the following  Nigerian-Americans as Commissioners in City Commissions 1. Chike Nweke Publisher Life and Times Magazine andMedia Director of Nigerian American Public Affairs Commission -Appointed as Commissioner in the City Public Relations Commission 2. Stephen Anyaka Educator, Former Candidate for […]

United States Consul-General to Nigeria, Mr. Jeffry Hawkins According to the Social media & Public Affairs, Governor’s Office in Benin-City, the Consul-General of the United States to Nigeria, Mr. Jeffry Hawkins has disclosed plans by the United States government to establish a $250 million fertilizer plant in Edo State. Mr. Hawkins, who described Edo State […]

A journalist’s account of how the growth of Nigeria’s shipping sector is impaired by politics and inconsistent policies. Arrested Development takes a hard look at the state of Nigeria‘s shipping sector and concludes that the sector has failed to live up to expectation. Inconsistent government policies, mediocrity, poor planning, and a general lack of understanding of […]

A South African woman working as a blood technician with the South African Blood Transfusion Service, during which time she met and treated many rape victims. The device, known as The Rape-aXe, is a latex sheath embedded with shafts of sharp, inward-facing microscopic barbs that would be worn by a woman in her vagina like a […]

Award winning and top selling contemporary Nigerian-style African-pop duo “Vast of Bracket ” diagnosed with Lymphoma- cancer of the blood, after suffering from body pains, headaches, non stop coughing, loss of weight and weakness while in Paris for a show. Recently, he was recognized by the City and State of Philadelphia at the African American Museum, U.S.A. […]

INTRIGUING WEST AFRICAN THEATRE PLAY ‘WEDLOCK OF THE GODS’ MAKES ITS DEBUT IN ATLANTA,GEORGIA DURING AFROXPLOSION 2013  WRITTEN BY NIGERIA‘S FIRST FEMALE PLAYWRIGHT, DR ZULU SOFOLA; DIRECTED BY ACCLAIMED BRITISH NOLLYWOOD ACTOR, WALE OJO  Atlanta, Georgia (April, 2013) — As the ‘Fela on Broadway’ show makes its impact in recent times, US audiences continue to […]

In a culture where infant mortality is outrageously high and the average woman has fifteen children, most of whom do not survive, polygamy has been practiced to not only show a mans wealth, but also to assure the continuation of the mans family. It is also considered a strong indicator of a mans virility and […]

Black Inventors, Crafting Over 200 Years of Success identifies black inventors from five continents, over seventy countries, including almost all fifty states in the United States. Citing a number of black inventors from 1769 – 2007, this book is one of the most comprehensive works on black Inventors since Henry E. Baker’s research on Black […]

In January 2004, Mercy Obeime delivered about $800,000 of donated medicine and supplies to her homeland, Nigeria. That was during her ”spare time“ as director of the Mercy Foundation, a non–profit healthcare organization she and several classmates from medical school started in 2001 to help fight HIV—AIDS in Nigeria, which she confides is “a big, […]

Professor Chinua Achebe was born in Ogidi, Anambra, Nigeria November 16, 1930. He was a novelist, poet, professor at Brown University and critic. He is best known for his first novel, Things Fall Apart (1958), which is the most widely read book in modern African literature. Raised by Christian parents in the Igbo town of Ogidi in southeastern Nigeria, Achebe excelled at school […]

What if I Refuse? The Child Weeps By Menassah Imonikebe, a well-known Nigerian painter from Edo State, he has many solo and group exhibitions to his credit The Ugly Hand that Maims The Midnight Act By Wande George, born in 1962, he earned the N.H.D. at Auchi Polytechnic in painting and illustration. Wande George presently […]

Exclusive: Arik Air Playlist - Relax’n’Vibe – from iROKING Arik Air and iROKING have compiled the most relaxing vibes the Nigerian music scene has to offer, releasing a stunning new mixtape, Relax’n’Vibe.  This exclusive playlist, featuring superstars including 2Face, Tiwa Savage, Waje, P Square and Flavour, is sure to bring any hectic moment to a standstill with super-smooth beats and mellow vocals. Taking these vibes […]

Love at first sight may be attributed to Cupid love. The name Cupid itself was derived from the Latin word “Cupido,” meaning love, passion, desires, yearnings, wanting or longing. Cupid is the most famous of Valentine symbols and everybody knows that boy armed with bow and arrows, and piercing hearts . He is known as […]

Oh My Africa, your situation is deteriorating, you’ve watched your brothers and sisters killed in sectarian and domestic violence across the continent, extremism is on the rise. Their mission? To destroy! Oh My Africa, crimes and kidnapping has become a routine bringing a grim future to what was once bright; there is no help in […]

When was the last time you sat down with your friends, family or perhaps your kids to talk about your family history or heritage? When things happen, we often talk about it, except our history, unless we go back in time, which should be the exact opposite. Our experience may differ, but we’re interconnected by […]

What is in your seed? To get ahead in life, you must plant what you desire to reap. If you plant tomatoes, you will reap tomato harvest. If you plant apples, you will have an apple harvest. If you plant kindness, you will receive a wave of kindness for we reap what we sow. ~ […]

It is a sad page in the history book of the nation’s political experience that those who really fought for Nigerian independence, were deprived of the reward of their labor. Nationalist such as Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe , Chief Obafemi Awolowo and Chief Anthony Enahoro e.t.c were side-lined in the power equation of the nation and […]

Cocka-Doodle-Doo Before Dawn I hear your cry in the dark, in your form you filled my emptiness,  I bless the day that you were born. I feel birth pains at the mention of your name, In your absence,   I long to hold your hands. Like yesterday, I remember the sleepless nights that I held you […]

by Roberta Kleinman, RN, M.Ed., CDE Hello ! This week I consulted with a new patient who was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The only thing he could focus on during the hour long education session was proper foot care. The reason is – he has a family who had 3 male generations of […]

  Synopsis Elvin (Ramsey Nouah), an apparent successor to Software Solutions, a multi-million dollar company, is dropped into the deep end after he finds out that his undeniably clever, manipulative fiancée, Natasha (Edosa Edosomawan), has been sleeping with his father. Out of his despair, he convinces himself that every woman is despicable and resolves to take […]

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Ehi Ike, is a 15 years old freshman at St. George’s Independent School  and author of the book  Taken Away. She loves to read and write. Ehi has been writing ever since she was old enough to put pen to paper. She began writing short stories in elementary school but had trouble […]

The Importance of Self Esteem – Why it matters by Karl Perera I think self esteem is central to everything you do. It affects your behaviour and thoughts. It changes how you feel about and value yourself. Can you imagine anything else so important? Why should self esteem matter to you? Self esteem can be […]

All Posts Rising hip-hop star, Adegboyega Yusuf Adekoya, better known as Lineo, excites the fans with his newly introduced style of music, Afro Hip House, at the first Ghana Music Industry Nite held at Accra, Ghana, recently. Lineo  was at his best with brilliant performances alongside Hypertek Music and 2Face Idibia’s protege, Dammy Krane. At […]

Award winning and top selling contemporary Nigerian-style African-pop duo Bracket, after receiving citation from the city and State of Philadelphia at the African American Museum on Friday August 3rd, 2012, highlighted the exciting stage line up at the 5th Annual ACANA African Festival on Sunday, August 5th, 2012 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The […]

PRESS RELEASE A NEW & TRAILBLAZING WOMEN EMPOWERMENT ORGANIZATION EMERGES AS MAJOR FORCE IN THE MARKET PLACE! A NEW & TRAILBLAZING WOMEN EMPOWERMENT ORGANIZATION EMERGES AS MAJOR FORCE IN THE MARKET PLACE! Advancing & Challenging Women To DARE To  Achieve Their “impossible” in Uncertain Times! IF YOU CAN ENVISION IT, BELIEVE IT, YOU CAN ACHIEVE […]

By Dickson Nnamdi Iroegbu Is there anyone left in our land like Ojukwu? Is there anyone in the STATE OF THE RISING SUN who can uphold the values of our Clan like IKEMBA? In the giant of Africa, who amongst our present leaders will attest to the test of times like EZEIGBO GBURUGBURU, holding on […]

Do you know someone that might be in an abusive relationship? If so, tell them to walk away, and seek help because love don’t hurt. There are two types of domestic abuse, mental and physical abuse, which can result to low self esteem or control. Domestic violence can be defined as a pattern of abusive […]

Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, founder of Trinity House Ministries, Lagos, Nigeria was recently appointed as member of the Petroleum Revenue Special Task Force to probe oil earnings. The new committee is designed to enhance probity and accountability in operations of the Petroleum Industry in charge with the following terms of reference: To work with consultants and […]

Actor Van Vicker has been nominated to receive a special award, the African Channel Creative Award, at the 20th edition of the Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) scheduled to come off at a Night of Tribute on Friday, February 10 at the Rave Cinemas Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, Los Angeles, California. Van is listed among […]

. Jay Ghartey also known as Kweku Gyasi Ghartey is a Ghanaian-American music producer, singer, and songwriter based in New York City. Jay was born in the United States. He moved to Accra, Ghana at the age of 9 where he spent 5 years. While in Ghana his grandmother, a famous West African singer taught […]

Thoughts of you keeps surfing on my mind As moonlight shines into the sea My heart beats a million times with thoughts of you Thoughts of you keeps surfing on my mind And the sea waves lurk memories of you For I am thankful for everyday that we have Thoughts of you keeps surfing on […]

Black Money The movie is about one of the biggest scams pulled off by foreigners in the US. Starring Van Vicker, John Dumelo and  Divine Shaw.The movie is about a boy named Chidi, who hails from Enugu in Eastern Nigeria. He is an intelligent young man with a bright future. At the tender age of […]

~We Initiate The Conversation and Let You Decide. (From the left) Nigeria Consulate Gen, Teneilabe.  Hon. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Prof Mrs.Viola Onwuliri and Former Austria Ambassador, Jerry Ugokwe with Nigerian Community in a Town Hall Meeting, 01/17/2012. Many have argued the case for and against the removal of oil subsidy.  Nigeria is […]

Nigeria oh Nigeria thou art for young and old, The child makes the parents should children be well cared for Or left at the mercy of ignorant helpers? Nigeria oh Nigeria, let wisdom bestow our leaders  to bring peace and tranquility Nigeria oh Nigeria, may positive thoughts and wisdom provide you with strength Nigeria oh […]

ATAT  TV  ‘To Know Africa is To Love Africa’ ATAT TV  the 1st African Network in South East, GA that focus on celebrating and promoting the culture of Africa, while connecting with global youth culture. AfriQtalk African Treasures TV (ATAT) brings you closer to Africa. A contemporary African network, showcasing Africa in a positive light. […]

At first, it was between Kanye West‘s GOOD Music and D’banj of the Mo’hits record in August of 2011. Although, a deal was made with Mo’hits, it’s rumored that record producer and singer Akon recently signed Nigerian artistes: Wizkid, Tuface and P-square as representatives of his record label Konvict Muzik in Africa. The Senegalese-American singer […]

At first glance, he looks like your average Joe. Dr Robert Okojie is ” The Man Behind NASA Success Stories” has numerous engineering contributions to high temperature aerospace technologies, in particular, electronic devices based on silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors.  These techniques are now being licensed for use by a leading manufacturer of microsensors. He has […]

Genevieve Nnaji CEO of St. Genevieve Clothing & Monalisa Okojie CEO of Nehita Jewelry. It’s refreshing to see women in the spotlight. A couple of weeks ago, an event was put together by TW Magazine celebrating the ” Matriarchs & Protégés” of the Phoenix Gala to honor great Nigerian women who have made tremendous contributions […]

Leroy Bamidele Fagbemi, “aka” Mr. Flint” is an American based Nigerian entertainer, born to the Fagbemi family of Lagos. He is also, an advocate for people with disability for a good reason.  Leroy Bamidele Fagbemi, sustained a spinal cord injury from a road accident, late 90′s in the United States (USA), which confined him to […]

AfriQtalk, first announced back in May, 2011 that Nehita Jewelry was set to go global with plans to launch in fine boutiques and specialist stores worldwide. That’s right!  On 9th of October, 2011, CEO of Nehita Jewelry, Monalisa Okojie, once again showcased her luxurious collection of some of the finest handpicked exotic stones, golds and […]

Janelia McNair Sanya is the daughter of an American father and Nigerian mother, a Nigerian singer who was born in Houston and raised in Nigeria. Janelia brings a unique vibe to her mix of Adult Contemporary music. Her musical influences include; Sade, Bob Marley, Fela Kuti & Barbra Streisand. Janelia  have performed at numerous clubs, […]

By Switz Chef (Olufemi Sweet) Click to find out  AfriQtalk’s Pick of the day @ Palmview Manor Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Nigeria To have a free recipe for my pick of the day, email me at afriqtalk@yahoo.com.

If you’re planning on migrating to the U.S, here is an opportunity to visit:  http://www.dvlottery.state.gov.  Every year, the U.S. Government makes available 50,000 permanent resident visas to citizens of countries that have a low rate of immigration to the United States, known as the Green Card Lottery. The Diversity Visa Lottery is mandated by the […]

News Release: For more than 25 years, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month has been a time to reaffirm our commitment to fighting breast cancer and to remind ourselves of the importance of prevention and early detection. Breast cancer remains one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers among American women and despite remarkable advances in treatment […]

 September 29th, 2011 As part of a plan to reduce the federal budget by more than $3 trillion over 10 years, President Obama has proposed $320 billion in cuts to Medicare and Medicaid. Most of the savings ($248 billion) would come by slowing the projected growth of Medicare in the coming decade, according to the […]

Check out this video on Youtube of Kola a.k.a Gbedumaster during rehearsals, performing the original Afrobeat sounds of his native country, Nigeria with some of his extraordinary energetic dancers and Orchestral band, brought to you exclusively by AfriQtalk. Enjoy.

On April 6, 2010, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Nigerian Secretary to the Government of the Federation Yayale Ahmed signed the U.S.-Nigeria Bi-national Commission in Washington, D.C.  That Agreement created four thematic working groups intended to meet periodically to enhance bilateral cooperation on four key areas: (1) Good Governance, Transparency, and Integrity (2) […]

http://www.npa-usa.com The Nigerian Promoters Association (USA), is set to polish the Nigerian Arts and Entertainment Business in the United States of America and in the diaspora. You will recall that undoubtedly, a message of hope for change had already been established upon a successful NPA Launch and it’s 1st Annual Summit held in Houston TX on […]

The Nigerian Promoters  Association prepares for the 2nd Annual Summit & Awards Gala in Atlanta,GA by Ovacom Consulting on Friday, January 21, 2011 at 3:10am. The Nigerian Promoters Association (USA), is set to polish the Nigerian Arts and Entertainment Business in the United States of America and in the diaspora. You will recall that undoubtedly, […]