ONE OF THE AFRICA4U AWARD WINNERS FOR THE NIGERIAN YOUTH 2023 WASONILUDE OLUWATOSIN
THE AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR THE NIGERIAN YOUTH TOOK PLACE IN IKORODU, LAGOS IN APRIL 2023 AND WAS SPONSORED BY BRIGHTER FUTURES UK AND SUPPORED BY INGRAM JONES
INFORMATION ABOUT HIM CAN BE FOUND BELOW
My name is Onilude Oluwatosin. I am a 17 year old Nigerian based in Ikorodu. I schooled at Majidun senior grammar school. I am very passionate about playing cricket and I make the very most of opportunities. I am very grateful to my coach – Mr Ingram Jones
One of the greatest singers of all times, TINA TURNER – has died at the age of 83.
The music of this profound icon, has cut through so many generations for several decades and will be forever remembered for creating legacies as one of the most gifted musicians of all times.
A spokesperson confirmed the Simply the Best singer died after a battle with a long illness. A statement said: “Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’n Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.
The amazing city of Hull is part of East Riding of Yorkshire and only a stone throw away from some of the most beautiful countrysides, coastlines and sceneries in the whole of Britain.
It is also a historical port city which was founded in the 12th Century with an unassuming attraction and a must see destination for lovers of history, culture and great sceneries.
Every year THE HULL INTERNATIONAL CARINIVAL takes place in the month of August, attracting visitors from around the country and other regions.
Each year the event will be run with support from local volunteers. We are looking out for any members of the coummunity who are willing to assist in the carnival at various levels.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET INVOLVED IN THIS YEARS HULL INTERNATIONAL CARNIVAL 2023 ?
If you wish to Enter a Carnival for Visitors from all around the World, which encompasses a splendour of colors, music and dances featuring
Floats
Live Music/ African Drumming
Speeches/Poetry
Music, Calypso, Queen Show ( Beauty Pageant)
Food and Drinks
Arts & Crafts of all ages
Costumes making
Exhibitions/Puppets
Dance Performances
Stall booking
Volunteers
DATES – INTERCULTURAL FESTIVAL – 1st to Saturday 5th August 2023
THE DAY OF THE COMMUNIRY CARNIVAL SUNDAY THE 6TH OF AUGUST 2023
E.T.C
*All you have to do is to contact us and Provide us with an email and Telephone number and what you want to do* CONTACT 07405 499881 OR EMAIL – office@hullinternationalcarnival.com
OUR ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK IS LAILA IRAKOZE FROM BURUNDI. LAILA IS BASED IN HUDDERSFIELD. INFORMATION ABOUT HER CAN BE FOUND BELOW. SHE IS ALSO NOW A VOLUNTEER AT AFRICA4U ASSOCIATION
I am very passionate about helping people. I am a support worker ( St Anne’s Community Services) We support nearly 2,000 vulnerable adults in specialist residential, supported living and outreach services, enabling them through exceptional care and support to live their best possible life.
Our vision is ‘A life without limits for the people we support’ which reflects our culture of a knowledgeable, passionate and dedicated workforce.
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Also, I am a hypnotherapist (Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®) is a pioneering therapy based on neuroscience that has the potential to offer fast, effective results by combining the most beneficial principles of Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy, NLP, and CBT.
RTT® can deliver extraordinary change from physical, emotional, and psychological pain by reframing our core beliefs, values, habits, and emotions deep in the subconscious.
By rapidly rewiring the brain’s neural pathways, RTT® replaces our out-dated belief systems and negative behavior patterns. New life-affirming beliefs are formed, and the transformational process.
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THE AMAZING ROTIMI OLORUNFEMI was one of the award recipients at THE AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS AND CARIBBEANS LIVING IN WEST YORKSHIRE which took place at the prestigious Banqueting Hall, City Hall in Bradford.‘
INFORMATION ABOUT ROTIMI CAN BE FOUND BELOW
My name is Rotimi Olorunfemi, and I am a proud Nigerian making waves in Bradford, United Kingdom. I was born and raised in Nigeria, and my family played a significant role in shaping my life and character. From a young age, I was taught the values of hard work, discipline, and respect, which have remained with me throughout my life. I completing my first and second degree in Computer science, in Nigeria, I decided to pursue an international education in the United Kingdom, and I was able to secure admission to the University of Bradford.
It was a challenging experience being away from home, but I quickly adapted to the new environment and made the most of the opportunities that came my way. During my time at the University of Bradford, I developed a keen interest in data analysis, and I knew that it was the field I wanted to pursue. I immersed myself in my studies and worked hard to improve my analytical prowess.
With time, I gained the necessary skills and experience to become a successful data analyst, and I am now proud to be working in the field. As a person, I have a heart for people and leadership, and I believe in making a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
My life tenets are integrity, honesty, respect, and kindness, and I strive to live by these values every day.
As a result of my leadership skills and dedication to making a difference, I was elected as the President of the Nigerian Students’ Society at the University of Bradford in 2022. It was a great honour for me to represent my country and my fellow students, make a difference in their lives, and I worked hard to ensure that their voices were heard.
I also serve as the student liaison officer for the Nigerian Community Association in Bradford, and I am proud to be part of an organization that supports and empowers Nigerian students in the United Kingdom.
This role has given me the opportunity to connect with other members of the Nigerian community in Bradford and to work together to make a positive difference in the lives of Nigerians in the city. Recently, on the 31st of March 2023, I was elected as the Community and Activities Officer in the University of Bradford Union of Students, a Sabbatical role that makes me a member of the trustee board. This appointment is a testament to my leadership skills and my commitment to making a difference in the lives of students. This role gives me the opportunity to make an even greater impact on the community and allows me to work closely with other influential young leaders in Bradford.
Despite my busy work schedule, I remain family-oriented and make it a point to spend quality time with my loved ones whenever I can. I value my relationships and cherish the time I spend with my family and friends.
Overall, I am proud to say that I am one of the most influential young Nigerians in Bradford, and I will continue to work tirelessly to make a positive impact in the world. My life tenets of integrity, honesty, respect, and kindness will continue to guide me in all that I do, and I am excited to see what the future holds, as I am confident that my journey will continue to be filled with success and fulfilment.
THE AMAZING VIE CLERC was one of the award recipients at THE AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS AND CARIBBEANS LIVING IN WEST YORKSHIRE which took place at the prestigious Banqueting Hall, City Hall in Bradford.‘
Vie arrived at the event with many of her close friends and supporters who were over the moon about her award recognition
INFORMATION ABOUT VIE CAN BE FOUND BELOW
Vie Clerc, French national/ EU citizen, arrived in the UK in June 2000, she has extensive experience doing community work with asylum seekers, refugees and other migrants for over 15 years.
Founder of HEM – holmewood ethnic minorities and susbsequently became the community development coordinator, was vice chair of Bradford refugee forum for 2 years, sessional worker at city of sanctuary, and Bradford action for refugees, collaborated with Kath Canoville and Jerry red Dred for last 12 years organising black history month, Sunctuary Sunday, refugee week events.
Mother of 2 children and support worker working with people with Dementia and people with disabilities. In the last 5 years, she has focused her time campaigning for the guarantee of the rights of EU nationals as an advocate for the group The3Million both locally, regionally, nationally and in the EU. She is also a Senior Admin and Advocate of the InLimbo Project – which is a not-for-profit non-political initiative set up by a group of EU27 citizens in the UK to record testimonies from the five million victims of Brexit and allow their voices to be heard.
The first book called In Limbo: Brexit Testimonies from EU citizens in the UK was published from crowdfunding in June 2017 whilst in June 2018, In Limbo Too: Brexit Testimonies from UK citizens in the EU was also published. Facilitator of the EU27 COmmunities of support in Leeds supporting Eu citizens with the human impact of brexit.
Since September 2019 until December 2020, she was the Bradford and Leeds outreach coordinator and free immigration adviser level 1 limited to the Eu settlement scheme (self employed) to support vulnerable Eu citizens and non uk non Eu family members to make their situation secure in the uk post brexit (funded by Bradford council) And lastly instigator of Global Bradford a community group bringing together migrants and descendants of migrants regardless where from and regardless of status. Experienced in doing bids, running groups and sessions, organising events and bringing people together. Since January 2021, working as enhanced support and resettlement officer for Rotherham council with caseload being mainly non U.K. nationals and those with complex needs.
THE AMAZING 89 YEAR OLD JAMAICAN PIONEER, ARTNEL JOHNSON BASED IN HUDDERSFIELD was one of the award recipients at THE AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS AND CARIBBEANS LIVING IN WEST YORKSHIRE which took place at the prestigious Banqueting Hall, City Hall in Bradford.
The amazing pioneer came to the event from huddersfield with his loving family members and relatives who were there to support him.
He gave a very emotional speech on a very historical day filled with lots of inspirational talks on Pan-Africanism, Community engagement , Network opportunities and true life stories.
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS AMAZING ELDER CAN BE FOUND BELOW
Background Born in Rose Hall of St Elizabeth parish Jamaica on 26 th February 1934 from a poor family of 13 children. Despite poverty he excelled in education in Jamaica reaching the equivalent of university Diploma level by UK standards.
Part of the pioneering Windrush generation Artnel moved to Huddersfield 1959 seeking like many a better life and more opportunities followed by his wife in 1961. He met racism and discrimination when seeking work in more skilled profession and work for many years as a bus driver until he started his own business in 1977 sharing a vehicle with a Nigerian friend.
Artnel a lover of education befriended and helped to bridge the relationships between continental Africans who were often students from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and other newly independent countries in the 60 & 70’s many of which lodge in Artnel own home. He was to make connections, friendships and alliances which set him apart as having a greater understanding and love of Africa than his Caribbean peers. Artnel ran support surgeries from his front room providing free writing letter, teaching and coaching to support other immigrants from the Caribbean helping them to navigate a racially discriminatory system.
Married with 8 children but was a father figure and uncle to countless others. He has 27 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild which in itself is a legacy on own right. Artnel has been a central unassuming, dependable, upright, humble and pillars of the community not only in Huddersfield but also in Jamacia where you enjoyed the first 20 years of his retirement before returning to England 3 years ago to be closer to his family. Achievements
One of first business owners and treasurer of popular night club known locally as “Venn Street” which attracted the top reggae superstars from Jamaica such as John Holt, Dennis Brown, Delroy Wilson Gregory Issacs and many more placing Huddersfield on the map as a top nightlife hotspot in the North of England
First Caribbean driving instructor in Huddersfield and travel agent
Community Leader serving on many Community Voluntary boards including Police advisory boards at the height of the 80’s riots, Hudawi, Jamaica Nation Committee and Beaumont Street Studio’s of which he was the founding Director.
He is one of the black First Magistrates in Kirklees serving on the bench for over 25 years
A committed Christian he served as a deacon of his local church for many years
Interests Artnel has had many interests over the years including photography building his own dark room in the basement of his home.
Artnel is a keen debater on anything to do with global history and politics and is certainly not backward in voicing his opinions even if he had to stand alone.
He brewed homemade beer although ironically, he has never drunk alcohol himself. Artnel is a vibrant and energetic man singing in the church choir and listening and to his favourite artist Fats Domino to which he can still rock and roll to on the dance floor or living room floor when the vibe and rhythm takes hold of him.
He enjoys spending time with his wonderful and very large family. In his retirement Artnel has become a keen gardener planting fruit and vegetables for the family to enjoy. Artnel believes in hard work and education is the key to success and complaining is a fruitless obstacle to progress.
Abeokuta Private Nature Park welcomes you to experience the ambiance and serenity of Nature. Abeokuta is a Heritage, Health and Eco-Tourist Attraction located in Dean’s Valley Westmoreland. The Park was officially opened on January 5th, 2003 by the Nigerian High Commissioner, Her Excellency Florentina Ukonga. Abeokuta is a beautiful unspoiled natural Jamaican Attraction that has been a breathtaking and rejuvenating experience for guests locally and internationally. There is nothing like Abeokuta on the entire island and the closest place to this is Abeokuta in Nigeria, Africa to which Abeokuta, Jamaica is directly linked for over three hundred years. This occurred when the first slaves that were taken to the Parish of Westmoreland were brought to this Plantation from Abeokuta, Nigeria.
The Park itself occupies 13 acres of land on a hill that was the original Plantation Yard. The remains of the Great House still stand magnificently fashioned from pure cut 2’ thick stone. On the property is the oldest swimming pool in Jamaica which goes back three hundred years, with near Olympic dimensions being 71ft long and 47ft wide ranging from 4 to 10 feet in depth.
AFRICA4U ASSOCIATION WILL BE ORGANISING THE BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATIONS AT THE BANQUETING HALL, CITY HALL IN BRADFORD ON FRIDAY THE 27TH OF OCTOBER 2023. WATCH THIS SPACE .
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OUR AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS AND CARIBBEANS LIVING IN WEST YORKSHIRE – BANQUETTING HALL , CITY HALL BRADFORD – FRIDAY THE 12TH OF MAY 2023
It was a profound pleasure to organize THE AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS AND CARIBBEANS LIVING IN WEST YORKSHIRE AT THE BANQUETTING HALL, CITY HALL IN BRADFORD on FRIDAY THE 12TH OF MAY 2023
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING KEY SPEAKERS OF THE EVENING
Rico Jakk – PAN AFRICANIST THOUGHT LEADER who travelled all the way from Newcastle
Rotimi Richardson Olorunfemi – PRESIDENT OF NIGERIAN STUDENTS – UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
A BIG THANKS TO MY AMAZING BROTHERS FROM BRADFORD 4 BETTER FOR PROVIIND QUALITY VIDEO FOOTAGE INTERVIEWS – Kashif Ahmed AND Yasar Mohammed, I AM ALWAYS GRATEFUL.
MANY THANKS TO Anzir Boodoo for always supporting in the background – A GREAT AFRICA4U LEADER
Also in attendance were some other amazing guests – Ndidi Nkwopara OF THE LEEDS INTERNATIONAL AFRICAN FESTIVAL , DR Olushola Adeborode Kolawole – PRESIDENT OF THE NIGERIAN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION BRADFORD , Bolu Fagborun BRADFORD BASED BUSINESS ENTREPRENEUR Owumi David – BRADFORD BASED BUSINESS ENTREPRENEUR and so many amazing people .
THE SOUL OF ANY COMMUNITY – LIVES IN THE HEART OF ITS PEOPLE .
WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE AMAZING EVENTS TO COME IN 2023
featuring
TONY TOKUNBO ETEKA FERNANDEZ 