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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

THE CALABAR UNION CHRISTMAS PARTY , SATURDAY THE 30TH OF NOVEMBER 2004 – DO NOT MISS IT

Dear Family and Friends

We are pleased to inform you that this years CALABAR UNION CHRISTMAS AND END OF YEAR PARTY shall be taking place on Saturday the 30th of November 2024 from 5pm to 11pm at THE HABERDASHERS HATCHEM COLLEGE, 135 PEPYS ROAD LONDON, SE14 5SF

COME AND BE PART OF THIS AMAZING EVENING AND EXPERIAENCE THE BEST OF A CALABAR CELEBRATION AND ITS AMAZING PEOPLE

R.S.V.P – ANITA PASCAL – – 07958516658 ROWLAND NAKANDA – 07956594471

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ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK, OFFIONG EKPENYONG – LAWYER, AUTHOR AND CONTENT CREATOR FROM CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA

Offiong Ekpenyong is a Nigerian lawyer, author and content creator from Creek Town, Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. She’s a mother of two, happily married to an Efik man from Eniong Abatim, also in Odukpani Local Government Area.

Offiong runs a YouTube Channel and Facebook page with the name, The Human Project With Fifi, where she shares knowledge on law and Efik culture. 

In less than one year, The Human Project has shared almost a hundred long form videos both on Facebook and YouTube. The goal is to continue to simplify and share knowledge on the laws of our land, put Efik on the global stage, stamp out the lies and propaganda that are currently ongoing on social media, encourage the younger generation to appreciate and celebrate our rich heritage, and ensure that our culture is not adulterated.

The Human Project is looking forward to growth, a wider reach and collaborations that will help achieve it’s goals.

Warm regards,

Offiong Ekpenyong Esq.

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK, CHINELO OLISAKWE – CONTENT CREATOR BASED IN IKORODU LAGOS

OLISAKWE CHINELO A.

My name is Chinelo Olisakwe and I am a graduate of Biological Sciences from Nigeria.

I have always been passionate about making a difference in various Nigerian communities and using my platforms to promote and interview every day Nigerian people.

I am passionate about people, places, digital marketing, content creation and community cohesion. I have been an entrepreneur with a health and wellness company where I worked as a Sale executive. I have been involved in a volunteer work with U.S. Agency for International Development for Health Waste Management and Society For Family Health for Malaria Prevention and Treatment both in Nigeria. During the period of my entrepreneurship, I acquired a skill in graphic design using Corel Draw and Adobe Illustrator. Teamwork is something I have passion for and always anticipate learning new things in every environment I find myself.

Watch this space for my upcoming initiatives

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COLLECTIVE IMPACT PRESENTS “RECLAIMING NARRATIVES” AS PART OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN BRADFORD

Dear Family and Friends ,

COLLECTIVE IMPACT PRESENTS “RECLAIMING NARRATIVES” AS PART OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN BRADFORD

Come and be part of an amazing evening as part of BLACK HISTORY MONTH taking place on FRIDAY THE 25TH OF OCTOBER AT 5PM at SORM STUDIOS IN BRADFORD.

Watch this space for more updates- FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT- 07535 630435

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK, BRADFORD BASED TOPE DADA – SINGER, AUTHOR AND SPEAKER

Temitope Joseph Dada known mononymously as Tope Dada (born June 28) He is a graduate of Peace Studies from the University of Bradford, UK and Psychology graduate of University of Ibadan. 

He is Music Artist, Co-Founder at the Temitope Tomiwa Dada Foundation, Author of FEEL MORE FULFILLED AS A PARENT, Music Director, CEO at Dreads Media .

Husband to Tomiwa Dada and Proud dad to three wonderful kids.

Tope Dada began his music career in 2000 at Rhema Chapel and started recording in 2008 under the name Tee Dreads with the release of Adara. He has since released 3 studio albums, have staged 10 live concerts till date, written over 100 songs and also the Author of FEEL MORE FULFILLED AS A PARENT and others.

HIT TRACKS:

2024, Jehovah Jireh

2024, Better

2023, I am blessed 

2023, Jehovah Jireh (Live) 

2023, Igwe (King) 

2023, Oba ni o (Great Jehovah) 

2022, The Best of Tope Dada 

2021, Oba to gaju 

2021, Jehovah Reign

2020, Miracle Working God 

2018, Jehovah too much

2016, Clap n Dance

2016, Yahweh

2016, Prayer 

2015, We are the future 

2014, Almighty God

2014, Iwo loba

2013, Live your dream

2012, Forever

2011, Adara (Change)

INSTRUMENTS 

Voice and Piano

AWARDS: 

2023, Author of Excellence UK Award 2022, Gospel Icon 

2022 Award 

2017, Best Blogger Award 

2014, Gospel Artist, Award of Excellence, 2014, Music Coordinator, Award of Excellence, 

2013, Music Coordinator, Special Contribution Award, 

2007, Epaphroditus Award 

His music are available on Amazon, iTunes, Spotify, 

Books are available on Amazon, ResearchGate, Academia etc 

Website 

www.topedada.com

SOCIAL MEDIA 

Instagram Twitter Facebook: @topedadaofficial 

YouTube: @topedada 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/topedada

Website: www.topedada.com

HUMBLED TO RECEIVE MY 26TH AWARD AS THE COMMUNITY CHAMPION OF THE YEAR

HUMBLED TO RECEIVE MY 26TH AWARD

Dear Family and Friends –

It was a profound pleasure to receive THE COMMUNITY CHAMPION OF THE YEAR AWARD as part of THE YORKSHIRE CHANGE MAKERS AWARD presented to me by the amazing Councilor Abigail Marshall Katung – THE LORD MAYOR FOR LEEDS at THE MIDLANDS HOTEL IN BRADFORD -Saturday the 21st of September 2024.

Even though this is MY 26TH AWARD, it simply feels like the first .

LET US CONTINUE TO BE THE CHANGE WE WANT TO SEE IN SOCIETY .

A BIG THANK YOU TO THE ORGANISERS INCLUDING MADAM Nana Abena Owusuwaa Hagan

WATCH THIS SPACE FROR OUR INITIATIVES LINED UP THIS YEAR- VISIT MY WEBSITE AT www.tonyfernandez.co.uk and YOUTUBE CHANNEL at www.youtube.com/user/etekatoks

A GREAT OPPORTUNITY YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO MISS- CLICK ON THE LINK TO FIND OUT MORE

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JOHN SHANGWA – CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF EXHIBIT 54 MEETS WITH LORD MAYOR OF LEEDS – COUNCILLOR ABIGAIL KATUNG

I’m incredibly grateful to the Lord Mayor of Leeds – Abigail Marshall Katung and her team for taking the time to meet with me to discuss Exhibit54’s first issue and our future plans. Thank you to everyone who has read, shared, and continues to support the work. Your encouragement and support is appreciated, and I’m excited about what’s ahead. All praise to the Most High.

MR JOHN SHANGWA- CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF EXHIBIT 54

OUR ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK – THE AMAZING PRAISE EKENG

The amazing PRAISE EKENG is the founder of IJO -UGO – and African dance and drumming company, based in Cincinnati with varieties of artiste from Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Benin, Cameroon, and includes African Americans in the diaspora performing and teaching across the United States. Their mission is to Educate, Entertain and Engage in community events and help bring awareness as it relates African Dances in the Diaspora.

A native of Cross River State in Nigeria, Praise is a prolific dancer, teacher, instructor, percussionist & choreographer. As a dance artist, he has travelled to many places in showcasing the vibrant art of African dance, music, and culture. Praise Ekeng has employed dance as the oldest and most viable tool for economic, body, psychology and mentally enhancement as well as a tool to educate and train dozens of kids and adults about Dance & African culture.

After studying dance and embracing it from an early age, He graduated of University of Calabar in 2002 with a major in choreography.

He proceeded to learn more in South Africa at the famous Market Theater in Joburg after being employed by the National Troupe of Nigeria (NTN) Praise Ekeng has taken part in many festivals, shows and lecture/demonstrational classes.

He has toured United States, South Africa, Germany and Seoul Korea, just to mention a few. Trained under the leadership of Arnold Udoka & Ahmed Yerima, as well as other world-renowned dance teachers. .

His first major dance choreography was futured in the play “Then she said it” by Tes Owueme and funded by Ford Foundation which toured Africa and the U.S. and has other featured credits that include the All- African Games (2003) among others.

Praise Ekeng has worked with the Cross River state dance troupe, Unical Dance, National troupe of Nigeria, Manga Dance, Dance Africa, and Body language. He is a music minister at the Redeemed Christian Church of God and is the creator and host of African & American Music Extravaganza. He volunteers for the Cincinnati Symphony Classical Root mass choir, Nuway foundation and more.

Praise Ekeng’s dream is to be the voice of the eldest, viable and vibrant art form (Dance & African culture). He is married and is raising a community of dancers and singers.

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