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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

AS THE LIONS OF SENEGAL PREPARE FOR THE WORLD CUP, WHAT ARE THEIR CHANCES THIS YEAR ?

As The Lions of Teranga prepare for  World Cup football tournament taking place in Russia, What are your thoughts on how they will perform this year ?

 Will the team deliver beyond the expectations of many Senegalese  around the world

 Share your thoughts

 Who do they play and when?

  • Poland: Tuesday, June 19 at 4pm
  • Japan: Sunday, June 24 at 4pm
  • Colombia: Thursday, June 28 at 3pm

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AS THE SUPER EAGLES OF NIGERIA PREPARE FOR THE WORLD CUP, WHAT ARE THEIR CHANCES THIS YEAR ?

As The Super Eagles prepare for World Cup football tournament taking place in Russia, What are your thoughts on how they will perform this year ?

 Will the team make us proud and deliver beyond the expectations of many Nigerians around the world ?

 Share your thoughts

 Who do they play? 

Nigeria vs Croatia – 20:00, Saturday 16 June
Nigeria vs Iceland – 16:00, Friday 22 June
​Nigeria vs Argentina – 19:00, Tuesday 26 Jun

 

How did they get here? 

Nigeria surprisingly cruised through a strong qualifying group that featured Cameroon, Algeria and Zambia, taking 14 points from six matches – though this was later reduced to 13 when they were found to have fielded an ineligible player in a match against Algeria. Moses led the team in scoring with three goals in four appearances.

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ZAC DARKES WILL ALSO BE AT THE AFRICAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL TAKING PLACE AT BASEL, SWITZERLAND TO PROVIDE PHOTO COVERAGE

We are pleased to inform you that Mr Zack Darkes-   The CEO OF INPHOTOPIA AND FOUNDER OF ZIMLINK will be joining us later this month in Switzerland to provide high quality  photo coverage for the 1ST EVER AFRICAN INTER-CULTURAL FESTIVAL  TAKING PLACE IN BASEL, SWITZERLAND .

THIS IS AM AMAZING FESTIVAL YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO MISS

THE FIRST EVER INTER-CULTURAL AFRICAN FESTIVAL TAKING PLACE IN BASEL, SWITZERLAND on Friday the 29th of June and Saturday the 30th of June at The Pyramiden Platz in Basel , Switzerland,  Watch this space for more updates about Festival

 

Zack has provided photo coverage for high profile events at 10 Downing Street, The UK House of Parliament, O2, Commonwealth initiatives as well as initiatives in The UK, South Africa, Malawi, Namibia, Zimbabwe and many countries

 

He is available to provide photo coverage for Weddings, Business Expos & Seminars, Community initiatives and social events.

If you would like to book him for your next event, CALL HIM TODAY ON 07402450760  or contact me on 07882809005

 

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DR BOMA DOUGLAS, CHAIRMAN OF CANUK, WILL BE SPEAKING AT THE NIGERIA DIASPORA GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE

We are very privileged to have Dr Boma Douglas, Chartered Energy Engineer; Engineering council of the United Kingdom; member of the Governing Council of the Energy Institute (EI) Worldwide; immediate past Chair EI; London & Home Counties Branch; Membership Panel and Accreditation Team of the Energy Institute. Dr Douglas is the current Chairman Association of Nigerians in the UK CANUK and President of the Engineering Forum of Nigerians [EFN]

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AFLANG PROJECT PUBLISHES 1ST ENGLISH TO EFIK LANGUAGE DICTIONARY ONLINE AT LULU PRESS

The African Languages Project (The AFLANG Project) published the first English to Efik Language Dictionary online at Lulu Press. The Efik language is an endangered language with its people occupying parts of Cross River State, Nigeria. Authored by the renowned Efik historian, Efiong Ukpong Aye and building on the work of notable Efik language custodians, both missionaries and indigenes, A Learner’s Dictionary of the Efik Language is the most comprehensive and modern English to Efik dictionary and instruction book, featuring thousands of words and illustrative sentences, lessons on all aspects of Efik grammar including parts of speech and lots more. It is a must-have for those learning the Efik language or interested in the culture and history of the Efik/Calabar people. To check out and download the book, visit: http://www.lulu.com/shop/e-u-aye/a-learners-dictionary-of-the-efik-language-english-efik-edition/ebook/product-23413725.html. To learn more about The AFLANG Project, visit www.theaflangproject.com. To support our mission or collaborate with us, please contact info@theaflangproject.com. Thank you.

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“SEMBENE ACROSS AFRICA” (A JOS FILM SCREENING) TAKES PLACE IN JOS, NIGERIA ON SUNDAY THE 10TH OF JUNE

In June 2017, the groundbreaking first edition of Sembene Across Africa became the biggest weekend ever for African cinema. The project partnered with African organizations to share the documentary SEMBENE through more than 130 free public screenings in 38 African nations, more than two million free streams and broadcast in 15 countries.

In 2018 over 100 screenings will be taking place.

COAL will be screening ‘Sembene’ in Jos.😁

*Date* :10th June 2018
*Venue* :18 Street Lounge, adj National Library Jos.
*Time* :2pm

Come have a great cinema time 😁

Entree-FREE😃 Plus popcorn😚

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THE AFLANG PROJECT RELEASES 1ST FANTE LANGUAGE LEARNING APP ON GOOGLE PLAY

The African Languages Project (The AFLANG Project) released the first Fante language learning app on Google Play Store. The Fante people make up the third largest subgroup of the Akan People of Ghana. Emphasising fun and engaging learning, the Learn Fante app contains 1000+ words/phrases for various occasions, a variety of games, information/history on the language, culture and people, a word of the day feature, and more. To check out, download and rate the app, visit: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.beetlestech.ng.learnfante. To learn more about The AFLANG Project, visit www.theaflangproject.com. To support our mission or collaborate with us, please contact info@theaflangproject.com. Thank you.

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ALL ROADS LEAD TO THE 1ST EVER INTER-CULTURAL AFRICAN FESTIVAL TAKING PLACE IN BASEL, SWITZERLAND THIS MONTH – WATCH THIS SPACE

We are pleased to inform you that as part of THE FIRST EVER INTER-CULTURAL AFRICAN FESTIVAL TAKING PLACE IN BASEL, SWITZERLAND on Friday the 29th of June and Saturday the 30th of June at The Pyramiden Platz in Basel , Switzerland, we shall be honouring African Achievers in Switzerland as part of our Africa4u Awards initiative

A BIG CONGRATULATIONS to the nominees for this years Africa4u Awards for Africans in Switzerland as part of the 1st ever Inter-cultural African festival
The Nominees include :
Mr. Jegede Sunday – Jeges Sunny
Sunny jeges production Switzerland
CEO Club Lara Basel Switzerland

Mr. Iheanyichukwu Charles Kanu
African Restaurant Volta, Basel Switzerland

Ms. Evelyn Enebeli Schmucki
Flawless beauty Spa
Bernstrasse 24, 3072 Ostermundigen Switzerland

Mr. Hassan Ismail Ismail Hassan
State Translator Basel

Mr. Oseghale Cyril
CEO Zurich lodge
African Export & Shippment, Zurich Switzerland

Mrs Nana Zimmermann
Tropical zone Afro shop & Beauty
Clara strasse 30, Basel

Mr. Emeka OBi
Ap & Beauty Afroshop, Basel

Watch this space for more updates on THE FIRST EVER AMAZING INTER-CULTURAL AFRICAN FESTIVAL TAKING PLACE IN BASEL, SWITZERLAND #

MORE UPDATES TO FOLLOW

IF YOU WOULD LIKE US TO ORGANISE AN AFRICA4U AWARDS TO RECOGNISE THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF AFRICAN ROLE MODELS IN YOUR REGION OR COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE, THEN GET IN TOUCH WITH US TODAY ON +447882809005
At AFRICA4U , we proudly promote the true life and success stories of AFRICANS IN THE DIASPORA AND AFRICANS AROUND THE WORLD
We have organised small scale AFRICA4U AWARD EVENTS in The UK, Germany, Holland, Nigeria, U.S.A, Malta and Romania

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www.tonyfernandez.co.uk

 

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