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About TONY TOKUNBO ETEKA FERNANDEZ

Tony Tokunbo Eteka Fernandez is an International Award Winner, Published Author & Poet, Broadcast Journalist, MC and Youth Empowerment Consultant . He is also The CEO of AFRICA4U and The Founder of Africans in The Diaspora People also see him as a Cultural and Social entrepreneur, which means he is skilled in working with many different communities, bringing people together in successful focused events. Tony has organised many cultural events …involving both BME and mainstream communities. He is skilled in hosting events that reinforce community cohesion and bringing different kinds of people together. He has organised events in The UK, The U.S.A, Holland, Germany, Romania, Malta and Nigeria and has visited over 22 European Countries. Tony has also organised The Black History Month Celebrations at The UK House of Parliament for over five years in a row He continues to promote the true life and success stories of Africans in Europe and Africans around the world and has organised several small scale literary and awards initiatives aimed at empowering young people. He has also spent time as an International broadcaster and was The Producer and Presenter for AFRICA4U International Radio Talk Show at Reading4u Radio Station for nearly three years. Tony has interviewed high profile Members of Parliament, Distinguished celebrities and some of Africas best musicians including Ivonne Chaka Chaka and Kanda Bongoman. He has also been a guest on BBC Radio on numerous occasions to discuss the community cohesion events he organises at UK House of Parliament and also to recite some of his published work in memory of Nelson Mandela, 50 Years Anniversary of The race relations act and major community issues. Tony has also a Guest on popular Radio stations in Nigeria and The States In the last few years he has been very passionate about Youth empowerment, community cohesion and cultural intelligence. Tony was born in South London and has lived in several parts of England and Nigeria . He started writing at the tender age of nine, a habit he expressed with creative enthusiasm. Tony writes Poetry, short stories and proverbs on personal development. He is currently working on his 4th book which will also be his first novel. He is also into Public Speaking at Special events and Social functions and is a Mentor for young people in the UK Community. He completed a Bachelor of Arts degree at The University of Lagos, Nigeria in English and World Literature. He later went on to attain a teaching qualification at The Frances King International Training Institute, South Kensington London, it was here he studied Teaching English as a Foreign Language. He also studied Web Design at The City University in London. He published his first book in June 1999 called “The Beauty in the Dark” (A Collection of Poetry which received critical acclamation in many circles around the world). .Tony’s aim in life is to inspire the young generation and to encourage the youth to make the very best of their dreams and aspirations,. He published a 2nd book in June 2009 called ” The Sound of Running Water” – A Family gift book of proverbs and quotations on Personal Development and Positive Thinking . In December 2009, he published his 3rd book called “One Moment of Peace”.- A collection of Poetry inspired by personal experiences and spiritual growth. Besides the fact that the Artist has won International online awards, he is mostly inspired by Life experience, love, music and cultural awareness. He was Resident Poet at the 5th London Poetry Festival in 2009 and has been a guest on BBC Radio on very many occassions including The famous Anne Diamond Show. He has also been a guest on a few SKY TV stations and several International Radio Stations around The World

OUR BLACK HISTORY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS ON ZOOM – DONT MISS IT

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We are pleased to inform you that OUR BLACK HISTORY MONTH AT THE UK HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT VIRTUAL ANNIVERSARY CLEBRATIONS will be taking place at the end of the month on Saturday the 31st of October at 6pm UK time. (VIA ZOOM)

The theme of the evening is THE IMPORTANCE OF CELEBRATING OUR UNTOLD STORIES

I am happy to be your host on our annual virtual celebration.https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83190312726

The ZOOM MEETING ID FOR this event is 83190312726

KEY SPEAKERS DR Umar Abdullah Johnson– AFRICAN AMERICAN WORLD-RENOWNED ACTIVIST AND AUTHOR

MP CHI ONWUROAH- THE MP FOR NEWCASTLE CENTRAL (BASED IN NEWCASTLE)

ISHMAEL LEE SOUTH – DIRECTOR OF THE SALAM PROJECT (BASED IN MANCHESTER)

14-YEAR-OLD LATOYA LIKAMBI- daughter of DrSylvia Forchap-Likambi – PUBLISHED AUTHOR OF 3 BOOKS (BASED IN LIVERPOOL)

Jackline Waziri – UK BASED AFRICA4U YOUTH AMBASSADOR AND NEWLY PUBLISHED AUTHOR will also be talking about her new book

This year has had its challenges with convid, but we cannot wait to see you next year at The UK House of Parliament for The Black History month celebrations 2021.

Also make the most of WorldRemit TODAY, For every friend you refer who sends money back home with WorldRemit, you will both get £20, Click to send money now https://wrm.app.link/e/Worldremit_Nigeria_RAF

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Also make the most of WorldRemit TODAY, For every friend you refer who sends money back home with WorldRemit, you will both get £20, Click to send money now https://wrm.app.link/e/Worldremit_Nigeria_RAF

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IN MEMORY OF UNCLE ROBERT EVANS – BY TONY TOKUNBO FERNANDEZ

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IN MEMORY OF UNCLE ROBERT EVANS

The night has been choked with the pain of a new exit,

Years of laughter and stories,

wrapped in the shades of a loud album

Your presence was all that was needed to feed our hearts.

And for many years, there was energy,

painting the structure of Life’s moments

The night has been choked with the pain of a new exit,

But in love, we have found a beginning

We will love you always

Tony Tokunbo Fernandez

AFRICA’S BIGGEST UK CULTURAL SHOW GOES VIRTUAL ON SATURDAY THE 31ST OF OCTOBER

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Africa’s biggest UK Cultural Show! SOMETHING SPECIAL IS ON IT’S WAY PLS SAVE A DATEThe African Cultural Gala Night (ACGN) goes VIRTUAL!!!

To celebrate Black History Month the 2nd Annual Event will be on Zoom – Saturday, 31st October 2020.There will be a variety of awesome performances by dynamic African artistes, proudly showcasing Africa’s rich cultural heritage.

We are looking for ‘True’ Africans who are happy and willing to showcase their traditional attire, native accessories and recite a poem/poetry, and folklore songs of their originContacts for more information: 07939151064, 07506418604, 07405723359.

AFRICA’S BIGGEST UK CULTURAL SHOW GOES VIRTUAL ON SATURDAY THE 31ST OF COTOBER

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Africa’s biggest UK Cultural Show! SOMETHING SPECIAL IS ON IT’S WAY PLS SAVE A DATEThe African Cultural Gala Night (ACGN) goes VIRTUAL!!!

To celebrate Black History Month the 2nd Annual Event will be on Zoom – Saturday, 31st October 2020.There will be a variety of awesome performances by dynamic African artistes, proudly showcasing Africa’s rich cultural heritage.

We are looking for ‘True’ Africans who are happy and willing to showcase their traditional attire, native accessories and recite a poem/poetry, and folklore songs of their originContacts for more information: 07939151064, 07506418604, 07405723359. #Proudlyafrican

POETRY CORNER – A POEM IN NIGERIAN PIDGIN WRITTEN BY PENAWD

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As you dey long for flight,

Another person dey long for car.

As he dey long for car,

Another person dey long for bike.

As he dey long for bike,

Another person dey long for bicycle.

As he dey long for bicycle,

Another person dey long for shoe.

As he dey long for shoe,

Another person dey long for leg.

As he dey long for leg,

Another person dey long for breath.

BE THANKFUL🙏🙏

©PENAWD

ASHTON UNDER LYNE THERAPEUITIC SERIVICES – GET IN CONTACT TODAY

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As an expert BACP/ FDAP registered Psychotherapist I work with men and women to communicate more effectively, address anger issues, domestic violence or anxieties, related work issues, under achievement, Covid pandemic, relationships, cultural intersectionality families, unemployment or uncertainties, etc.    I work online and internationally with clients in the states, Caribbean and Africa. Offer competitive rates. Initial consultation is free up to 30 minutes.

Please contact Cornetta on 07956771843.  Thank you for your support 

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK, PRIMROSE MAGALA FROM UGANDA

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Primrose Magala is originally from Uganda and now works as an Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, in London.

Having made a career change following a life changing experience a few years ago, this inspired her to pursue a career in healthcare and specialise in ophthalmology.

Ophthalmology remains a neglected sector in Sub-Saharan Africa. However, thanks to emerging Global Sustainable Development initiatives and collaborative partnerships, Eye Health Uganda (and Eye Health Africa launching soon) has been formed as a great platform to support positive and sustainable healthcare transformation in Africa.

Eye Health is now a global concern (WHO 2020) with over 39 million people blind and over 285 million visually impaired, at least 70% of these are in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Primrose’s vision is to work with other partners, experts and stakeholders via an Africa wide Consortium platform, to set up Centres of Excellence and Institutes in Africa so that everyone has access to health care. 

This will also mean that no one will have to leave the Continent to access these essential health services.

It is no longer a matter of, let someone else do it, but rather, let us do something about it together. Let us work together to utilise all available opportunities, resources, networks and platforms to develop health and economic systems in Africa.

THE BIG BLACK MAN WITH NO NAME- WRITTEN BY TONY TOKUNBO FERNANDEZ

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THE BIG BLACK MAN WITH NO NAME- WRITTEN BY TONY TOKUNBO FERNANDEZ

Your presence is enough,

to provoke a silent storm within the chosen territories of cold eyes.

YOU STAND OUT- like an awkward jigsaw embraced in a poor puzzle,

 And each time you move, the world is also moved in silence.

Your presence is enough,

to confuse the energy of a new crowd,

for all you can feel is layers and boundaries of hidden thoughts,

tucked in the energy of old secrets.

All they can feel is your PRESENCE,

And in that split second – All they can see and all they know,

is “THE BIG BLACK MAN WITH NO NAME”

WRITTEN BY Tony Tokunbo Eteka Fernandez