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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

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK – BRADFORD BASED ARTIST, ZAIRE

I go by Zaire, an artist / Musician who’s slowly breaking through and has been on this journey for 6 yrs now , Hailing from Bradford !

Ide describe my Sound as soulful and very Afro infused , & raw I see myself as a strong African so that’ll always be expressed in my music . I just recently released my single Gangstafari last month on all streaming platforms , go check that for me , the dream only comes to life when people tap in to the sound.

https://www.instagram.com/zaireartist/profilecard

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK, BRADFORD BASED AFRICA4U AWARD WINNER – WALE AROY (NEO 21)

Wale Aroy (Neo 21) is a rising talent in the world of music and content creation, merging his unique sound with an engaging digital presence. Based in Bradford, Neo 21 is deeply invested in the regional Arts and Culture sector working in the Production Team at Bradford 2025, while hosting a popular biweekly Afrobeats show on Bradford Community Broadcasting (BCB) Radio, called Gbedu Blvd. With a musical style rooted in Afrobeats, HipHop, and Melodic Rap, Neo 21’s sound is a captivating blend of smooth melodies and sharp lyricism. Drawing inspiration from industry icons like Wizkid, Kendrick Lamar, and Gunna, Neo 21 delivers music that is both relatable and aspirational. His songs are crafted to inspire, with messages of hope, growth, and resilience—perfect for fans who seek meaningful, yet catchy tracks.

#afrobeat #bradford2025 #africansinthediaspora #bradfordcity #bcbradio #africanachievers #universityofbradford

A SUCCESSFUL AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS IN WEST YORKSHIRE AT CITY HALL IN BRADFORD

AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS IN WEST YORKSHIRE AT CITY HALL, BRADFORD – FRIDAY THE 18TH OF OCTOBER 2024

Dear Family and Friends ,

It was a pleasure to organize THE AFRICA4U AWARDS FOR AFRICANS IN WEST YORKSHIRE at THE BANQUETTING HALL, CITY HALL IN BRADFORD as part of BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2024

CONGRATULATIONS ONCE AGAIN TO THE AMAZING WINNERS BELOW

Tope Dada – BRADFORD BASED AMAZING GOSPEL ARTIST

Joseph Enoch Annabella – AMAZING BRADFORD BASED ARTIST

Sabah Achhide — FOUNDER OF MEMEC – BASED IN LEEDS

JUNE ABBOTT – BUSINESS ENTREPRENEUR BASED IN HUDDERRSFIELD

JOHN SHANGWA – CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF EXHIBIT 54 – BASED IN LEEDS

L AND G AFRICAN RESTAURANT

MRS Dorcas Amusan Fagborun Mbe – CEO OF PEACEMAKERS INTERNATIONAL

THE BRADFORD MALAWIAN COMMUNITY GROUP WITH MR STEVE & Katola Harzel Mercy

Wale Aroy – BRADFORD BASED CREATIVE ARTIST

RUTH AGBOLADE – BRAND PHOTOGRAPHER

WE ARE PROUD OF YOU ALL .

THANK YOU ALSO TO ALL OUR KEY SPEAKERS OF THE EVENING – Gogo Anyanwu Jr.Jane ThewlisRotimi Richardson OlorunfemiShahid Islam AND Ndidi Nkwopara – YOU WERE SIMPLY AMAZING

A BIG THANK YOU ALSO TO THE AMAZING DR Sohail Abraham Ahmed FOR ALL HIS SUPPORT AND THE AMAZING Jerry Red Dred Crawford

Thank you also to Joy JosephineVie OliviaJohn Smith and so many others for always being there

The Soul of any community lives within the heart of its people

#bradford2025 #bradford #cityofculture #africansinthediaspora #africansinbradford #universityofbradford #westyorkshire

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

#calabar #calabarunion #efik #blackachievers #crossriverstate #africanachievers #nigeria #southsouthnigeria

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

#nigeriancontentcreator #ikorodu #inspirationalwomen #africanachievers

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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