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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 โ€ฆinvolving 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 โ€œThe Beauty in the Darkโ€ (A Collection of Poetry which received critical acclamation in many circles around the world). .Tonyโ€™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 โ€ The Sound of Running Waterโ€ โ€“ A Family gift book of proverbs and quotations on Personal Development and Positive Thinking . In December 2009, he published his 3rd book called โ€œOne Moment of Peaceโ€.- 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

ERIC APPIAH-KUBI APPOINTED MANAGING DIRECTOR OF CLEVENARD UK AT PRESTIGIOUS CLEVENARD AWARDS IN MALLORCA, SPAIN

Mallorca, Spain โ€“ 21 May 2025 โ€” Clevenard proudly announced Mr. Eric Appiah-Kubi as the new Managing Director of Clevenard United Kingdom during the exclusive Clevenard Awards Ceremony held on Friday, 21 May, in Mallorca, Spain. The event brought together global leaders, dignitaries, and influential figures from government, diplomacy, business, and academia. Notable attendees included Hon. Charles Gaetan Xavier-Luc Duval, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Mauritius; Her Royal Highness Queen Thandi KaNdlovu; Mrs. Neo Jane Masisi, Former First Lady of Botswana; H.E. Dr. Morie Kimba Manyeh, Sierra Leone High Commissioner to the UK; Hon. Senator Linda Nxumba, representing Southern Africa; Dr. Danisa E. Baloyi, Executive Chairman of Glow Africa Investment Holdings; H.E. Ambassador Cheick Keita, Ambassador of the World Union of Small & Medium-Sized Enterprises; and Mrs. Binta A. Dala, Minister-Counsellor, among many other distinguished guests. Special awards were also presented during the ceremony, celebrating excellence, innovation, and global impact.

In his acceptance remarks, Mr. Appiah-Kubi expressed profound gratitude to Clevenard Global Founder and CEO, Mr. Adefaratoluwa Osindero Olutimehin, stating, โ€œIt is a privilege to stand before this distinguished audience as I accept the appointment of Managing Director for Clevenard United Kingdom. I am honoured to join our Founder and CEO and all of you in shaping a new global chapter for Clevenard.โ€ He highlighted his professional experience in protection, strategy, and value creation, emphasising a people-centered approach to organisational growth and sustainability.

Under his leadership, Clevenard UK will focus on four core strategic pillars. The first is market expansion and growth, which includes establishing Clevenard UK as a global visibility hub, increasing market share across Europe, creating digital trade pathways for SMEs, and strengthening engagement with corporate, governmental, and institutional sectors. The second is high-value global partnerships, focusing on collaborations with governments, embassies, corporations, and development agencies to drive measurable economic growth and cross-border innovation. Third is digital infrastructure and media influence, which will expand Clevenardโ€™s media presence, enhance networking platforms, and equip businesses with tools for visibility and competitiveness. Finally, talent, innovation, and operational excellence will be prioritised by investing in high-performance teams, strengthening technology and data-driven operations, and ensuring sustainable, scalable business structures.

Mr. Appiah-Kubi also emphasised Clevenard UKโ€™s commitment to creating international value across all seven continents. In Africa, the focus will be on empowering SMEs, driving creativity, and enhancing trade access; in Europe, on digital transformation and economic collaboration; in Asia, connecting businesses to emerging markets and technological hubs; in North America, building media platforms and diaspora engagement; in South America, supporting enterprise visibility and cross-cultural trade; in Australia and Oceania, expanding digital access for remote markets; and in Antarctica, providing visibility for scientific and climate research initiatives. He stated, โ€œNo continent is excluded; no market is unreachable. Clevenard UK is here to build global value everywhere.โ€

Looking ahead, he highlighted the importance of digital visibility and connectivity, saying, โ€œWe will build bridges where others see borders, create opportunities where others see obstacles, and shape the digital future with purpose and vision.โ€ He extended a call for partnership to all attendees, inviting governments, corporate partners, and international organisations to collaborate with Clevenard UK to innovate, grow, and create meaningful impact together.

Clevenard is a global digital ecosystem designed to amplify visibility, accelerate business opportunities, and foster cross-cultural and economic exchange. Operating across continents, it provides media platforms, networking tools, and digital marketplaces that empower professionals, entrepreneurs, and organisations worldwide.

SOURCE – CLEVENARD

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK – KALENGA MTONGA OF AFRIKINDNESS ORGANISATION

My name is Kalenga Mtonga from Afrikindness, an organisation focused on community empowerment, parenting support, and strengthening family resilience. Our work centres on helping parents build confidence, access the right services, and raise children who thrive both culturally and academically.ย 

We run workshops, community events, youth activities, and partnerships that bring families, professionals, and community leaders together to create a stronger, more connected community. 

COACH WAYNE DAWSON IN GHANA – CONNECTING WITH THE MOTHERLAND

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ดIโ€™ve just touched down in Accra, Ghana.

This isnโ€™t just a tripโ€”itโ€™s a return.

A reconnection.

A reclaiming.

To walk the soil of my Ancestors is to remember who Iโ€™ve always been.

Each day, Iโ€™ll be sharing moments from this journeyโ€”

because when a man aligns with his Soul, he doesnโ€™t just travelโ€ฆ he transforms.

He moves with certainty.

He speaks with authority.

He leads with humility.

Letโ€™s walk this path together.

#HomeAgain#LegacyInMotion#BlackManAwakening#Ghana2025#SoulfulLeadership

The Lord Mayor of Bradford, Mayor Clifford Mohammed Shafiq at The Empowerment and Market Showcase Day 2025

We were deeply honoured to have the Lord Mayor of Bradford, Mayor Clifford Mohammed Shafiq, grace our Empowerment and Market Showcase Day 2025 and officially declare the event open.

The Lord Mayor was truly impressed by the incredible work and impact our founder, @iamtomiwadada is making through @babesofthemosthigh stating in his speech:

โ€œThis clearly shows that you are our Ambassador and leader, and it clearly shows you are leading our society well.โ€

He also encouraged the women in our community to keep the collaborative spirit alive, reminding us that we achieve greater results when we collaborate ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝโœจ

We sincerely appreciate our dear Lord Mayor for his time, presence, and inspiring words. We remain committed to raising the bar and continuing to impact women in the Bradford community and beyond โค๏ธ

Music Credit: We are the future by Tope Dada @topedadateedreads

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ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK – Lateefat Tobun

Lateefat Tobun is an artist and digital couturier who reimagines luxury fashion through theintersection of British heritage and African innovation.

Her work is not just about garments; it is about storytelling through form, texture, and technology.
With academic roots in Economics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and amasterโ€™s degree in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics, she brings analytical precision to her creative practice. Over ten years, she has mastered dressmaking, design, illustration and production, evolving from traditional tailoring to pioneering the use of digital tools in culture.


Lateefat creates limited-edition statement pieces that people can experience before they exist, blending data, design, and culture into immersive and sustainable fashion. Every creation is a mindful exploration of craftsmanship and identity, proving that fashion can be both art and innovation, human and digital, rooted in heritage yet reaching into the future.

INTRODUCING A DANCE THEATRE RITUAL BY JOACHIM KEKE ON THE 13TH OF NOVEMBER AT THEATRE IN THE MILL BRADFORD -DO NOT MISS IT

What Happens When Healing Is No Longer Clinical โ€” but Communal? Where does care begin โ€” in the hands, the heart, or the remembering? ย  A dance-theatre ritual by Joachim Keke – DO NOT MISS IT

TAKING PLACE ON THURSDAY THE 13TH OF NOVEMBER at The Theatre in the Mill, Bradford

๐ŸŽญ Presented as a work-in-progress within the Untitled 4 Cohort

In The Clinic of Remembering, multidisciplinary artist Joachim Keke invites audiences into a space where healing is reimagined through movement, memory, and collective breath.

Rooted in Afro-Fusion and Afro-Contemporary dance, the work transforms the stage into a living clinic โ€” a site of speculative care where rhythm replaces prescription and remembering becomes medicine.

Drawing from his own experiences โ€” from the communal warmth of the past, where neighbours shared meals and offered seats without words, to the cold formality of systems where care now feels cautious and bureaucratic โ€” Keke asks what becomes of empathy when it is mistranslated, when pain is numbered, and when names become paperwork.

The Clinic of Remembering reflects a world in transition: where the healthcare system feels fractured and human connection is quietly eroding. He continues to ask โ€” what happens when care no longer lives in systems, but in bodies, gestures, and shared remembering?

โ€œCare is not a whisper.

It trembles, it sweats, it breathes.

I move not to perform โ€” but to remember.

In this clinic, we do not fix โ€” we listen.

We do not prescribe โ€” we breathe.โ€

Through these moments, โ€œThe Clinic of Rememberingโ€ searches for a world where care can once again be felt, not managed.

โ€œMaybe speculative care is not the future,โ€ Keke reflects, โ€œbut the past we left behind โ€” calling us back, softly, through the noise.โ€

Blending dance, spoken word, light, and sound, Kekeโ€™s piece travels from remembrance to rupture, from fragmentation to renewal.

Red light meets gold; breath meets silence; care is redefined โ€” not as cure, but as coexistence.

The result is a ritual of remembering: tender, defiant, and deeply human. It explores how movement can heal, connect, and recall what has been forgotten.

Merging technology with tradition โ€” the ancestral with the futuristic. โ€œThe Clinic of Rememberingโ€ asks not just how we survive, but how we belong.

This is not a performance to watch. Itโ€™s an experience to feel โ€” a call to breathe, to move, and to remember together.

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WATCH THIS SPACE FOR OUR INTERVIEW WITH THE AMAZING WILLIAM LAST KRM ON THE TONY TOKUNBO FERNANDEZ SHOW

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WATCH THIS SPACE FOR OUR INTERVIEW WITH THE AMAZING WILLIAM LAST KRM ON THE TONY TOKUNBO FERNANDEZ SHOW

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ABOUT WILLIAM LAST KRM

Born on the 8th of March 1996, WILLIAM LAST KRM has often be described as one of the funniest comedians in Southern Africa.

He is a popular comedian known for his hilarious sketches on social media, He is also a digital content creator, influencer, actor, musician and has his fingers in so many pies.

William Last has spoken about struggling in school, and sometimes feeling like an outsider, but he has been able to turn these challenges into strengths that have embraced success.

His REAL NAME IS Bofelo William Molebatsi

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During a trip to Kano in July, I paid a visit to my motherโ€™s alma mater, St. Louis Secondary School, Kano. I was accompanied by a friend, Dr. Abdullahi, from Bayero University, Kano.

On arrival, the first person we met was the Hausa teacher, who was an indigene of Kano. Dr. Abdullahi was surprised to learn that it is compulsory for students at both the primary and secondary school levels to learn Hausa. I, however, was not.

You see, Iโ€™ve observed a quiet but consistent pattern across the country, one that places the Catholic Church as an unheralded defender of Nigeriaโ€™s indigenous languages.

Years earlier, in Calabar, the Catholic Board of Education was the first institution to approve my Efik language books for use in schools. Recognising the need for students to access more modern materials for learning Efik, the Boardโ€™s Secretary even wrote a recommendation letter endorsing my books for use across Catholic schools within the Calabar diocese. Those books have now been in continuous use for over four years in nursery, primary, and secondary schools across Calabar, an experience that has given me a front-row view of how institutional support can sustain the vitality of an indigenous language in education.

This commitment isnโ€™t unique to Calabar. Across Nigeria, Catholic schools often make the study of local languages compulsory. In the South East, students must learn Igbo; in the South West, Yoruba; and in the North, Hausa. This consistent emphasis on linguistic identity sets Catholic schools apart in a time when many government institutions struggle to find teachers or maintain effective indigenous language programs.

While public schools in Calabar and other Nigerian cities, often lament the โ€œlack of teachersโ€ problem, the Catholic Church continues to prioritise and institutionalise the teaching of African languages. This is not merely an educational choice; itโ€™s a form of cultural preservation.

It is my belief that state governments across Nigeria have much to learn from this model. By partnering with religious institutions that already have structured educational systems and a sense of mission, we can ensure that our languages do not slip into endangerment, but instead, remain living vehicles of thought, heritage, and identity.

The Catholic Church may not always make headlines for it, but in many ways, it has long been one of the silent defenders of African languages.