MULTIPLE AWARD WINNER, AUTHOR,, CORPORATE MC, MENTOR, PROMOTER & AMBASSADOR FOR PEACE -UNIVERSAL PEACE FEDERATION. WE PROMOTE THE SUCCESS STORIES OF AFRICANS & CARIBBEANS AROUND THE WORLD. CONTACT US NOW ON +447882809005
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
*Nigeria Community Manchester is a non-political, non-religious and not for profit body that represents the cultural, social, welfare and economic interests of every Nigerian in Greater Manchester & friends of Nigerians. We foster the spirit of friendship and unity within and outside the Community.*
*Nigeria Community Manchester work to advancing the education of the wider community on all aspects of Nigerian culture and heritage, and the positive contribution of immigrants of Nigerian decent. We also organise events for children of Nigerians and friends of Nigerians, the elderly and vulnerable.*
*This is achieved through the promotion and development of Nigeria arts, history and diverse & rich cultural heritage.*
A trinity can be defined as the belief in the existence of three coeternal and consubstantial persons in one God. The concept of three persons in one God can be found in several faiths across the world. Followers of the Hindu religion, affirm a belief in a triune God i.e, Brahma the Creator; Vishnu who represents sustenance and Siva the Destroyer. The Ancient Babylonians also believed in a triune God which consisted of Ninki (also known as Ishtar), Enki (also known as Namakh) and Marduk. The most notable example of a trinity can be found in the Christian faith. Christian adherents affirm a belief in, God the Father, God the son and God the Holy Spirit. Thus, the aforementioned trinities represent the Divine in its threefold nature.
Before the introduction of Christianity, underlying beliefs of the trinity existed in the Efik traditional religion. Such concepts were more visible in folk tales and were noticed by Rev. Hugh Goldie and Rev. Hope Waddell. Rev. Hope Waddell in his Twenty-Nine Years in the West Indies (1863)…stated,
“It may be added that remnants of a tradition involving the idea of a trinity were found among them. There was one God Abasi and a son of God, mentioned in their inkes or fables and a third or middle God of whom they had heard little and knew nothing. But only a few admitted the existence of such traditions”
Goldie reveals the identity of the supreme God as Ibom Eno. He further defines Ibom Eno in his 1862 dictionary as,
“In Efik mythology, the father of Abasi, according to some nkes*. Hence some derive the names Abasi Ibom and Inyang Ibom, both being sons of Ibom Eno.”
Goldie’s description indicates that Ibom Eno was regarded as the supreme God who bore two sons. Richard Burton in his Wits and Wisdom from West Africa (1865), hypothesizes that the sons of Ibom Eno were personifications of Earth and Ocean. Thus, Abasi Ibom representing the Earth and Inyang Ibom representing the Ocean. With the arrival of the missionaries in Old Calabar in 1846, the Efik traditional belief in a triune God would be replaced with the Christian concept of the trinity. Today, the belief in the Christian interpretation of a Triune God is represented in the Efik prayer, “Itoro enyene Ete ye Eyen ye Edisana spirit, nte emi ekedide ke editọñọ, edi ntre idaha emi, edinyuñ idi ntre ke nsi-nsi. Amen”
We are very pleased to launch our first ever writing contest that will give young people between 9 – 16 years the unique opportunity to publish a short story with the inspiring and young bestselling author of three books from Liverpool, Latoya Likambi!
This is a great opportunity to take those first steps towards becoming a published author and share your unique story and creativity with the world! We are creating a platform for you to share your work and gain the confidence needed to step out and inspire other young children to do the same. If this is you or your child, then we want to hear from you! We invite you to register your child/ children for the contest using the link on our website or on Eventbrite.
Registration has now been EXTENDED and closes at midnight on the 30th of November 2020.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
You must be between 9 – 16 years old
You must register and submit your story by 30th of November 2020
Your Story MUST be on family, you can register for other categories from 30th November!
Your story must be between 150 – 200 words long
You must pay the registration and admin fee of £15 to participate
We encourage you to add an illustration/ image to bring your story alive
All stories must be submitted via email by midnight on the 30th of November 2020 to contest@likambiglobalpublishing.com
Register today for your chance to be amongst the 50 young people whose stories will be selected and included in a collection of Short Stories Book on Family for publication in January 2020. The book will be distributed globally and a copy will be deposited at The British National Library.
Recognised as a budding global leader from Nigeria, Peter Odu works as a Project Manager for Cater &Merger, a consulting firm based in the United Kingdom.
He is a past President of the Law Students Association of Nigeria, University of Calabar Chapter, the youngest in his time to be so. He holds an LL.B with honours from the University of Calabar, with horizontally stacked specializations across consulting, law and start-up finance.
Peter has trained across multiple global organisations like White and Case LLP, Kylnveld Peat Marwick and Goerdeler, King and Mallesons LLP and the Bright Network Commercial Internship Experience UK. He has also articled at the office of the former Attorney General of Cross river state, Attah Ochinke & Co.
Possessing certifications from the World Bank Group, double certifications from the United States Institute of Peace, the World Intellectual Property Organisation and the Mediator Academy at the age of 23, he exhibits a relentless drive for the equalization of global opportunities for students in Africa.
Passionate about a leadership blueprint, he is currently focused on contributing to platforms that build the African workforce of tomorrow.
You can reach him for professional enquiries on odupeter127@gmail.com and for professional purposes at peter.odu@caterandmergerconsult.com.
TANZANITE IS BACK AGAIN ON FRIDAY 20TH OF NOVEMBER 2020 🇬🇧18:00 GMT 🇹🇿21:00 EAT VIA ZOOM Zoom ID: 889 7426 5892 Code: 888463
Tanzanite is here to showcase and promote art and talent from Tanzania. We welcome you all back again to another great Evening full of Tanzanian soul. The line up is real ‼🇹🇿 Swahili – English Poems By Tanzanian born poet Jackline Waziri Other Tanzanian performers include 🇹🇿 1.Ticha Vibes – Musician 🇹🇿 2.Joyce Materego – New Swahili Poet🇹🇿 3.Benjamin Fernandes -Founder CEO NALA 🇹🇿 4.Likiwa Ismail – Dancer 🇹🇿 5.Hamida Mbaga – Cultural Ambassador 🇹🇿 6.Wetengere SPK – Filmmaker Director🇹🇿 7.Jasmine Assenga – CEO Nyorido Fashion🇹🇿 8.Edna Lyatuu Hogan- Entrepreneur / Published Poet🇹🇿 9.Julither Bonita Richard – CEO Bonita Fashion Pieces 🇹🇿 10.Freddy Macha – Musician 🇹🇿 Hosted by Jackline Waziri 🇹🇿
The Soul of any community lives in the heart of the people, it is the golden mantle that defines the purpose of Life
OUR BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATIONS AT THE UK HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT VIRTUAL ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS TOOK PLACE on zoom Saturday the 31st of October 2020.
The theme of Our Black History Month event was “the importance of celebrating our untold stories.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR AMAZING KEY SPEAKERS who were very inspirational
They include
MP Chi Onwurah- The MP for Newcastle Central
Roger Okewole – Visionary of 9ja pop arts, New Jersey USA
Ismael Lea South based in Manchester – The Director of The Salam Project
Poetry Reading by Africa4u Youth Ambassador and newly published poet – Jackline Waziri
Special thanks to our media partners STAR RADIO (UK) FAN CLUB managed by Archie Hammond and BWTMOnline managed by Ingram Jones
Special thanks to Derek Dziva, a very good friend from Zimbabwe who was also the Zoom Coordinator
Special thanks to my Parents, Sister and Brother who also listened in and were part of this annual event as well as friends and followers from different regions
LET’S CONTINUE TO BE THE CHANGE WE WANT TO SEE IN SOCIETY , I LOVE YOU ALL AND WISHING YOU A NOVEMBER FILLED WITH INNER PEACE AND PROSPERITY
This year has had its challenges with covid, 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
Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Informatics and Computer science at Strathmore University, Kenya.
Background: Firstborn to a family of Christian Nigerian missionaries serving in Kenya.
Accomplishments: Currently working on a tech startup to digitize the public transportation sector in Kenya called Bukabas. He is currently competing in the Red Bull Basement University Challenge.
He is also a UI/UX designer, a React and Node Developer, and an Android mobile developer( Instagram:@davadeola).
Passion To contribute to the new digital and technological Africa and to offer the digital to every day African problems.
We are pleased to inform you that OUR BLACK HISTORY MONTH AT THE UK HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT VIRTUAL ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS will be taking place this Saturday the 31st of October at 6pm UK time. (VIA ZOOM) ID IS 83190312726
THIS SATURDAY IS ALL ABOUT THE VERY BEST OF SUCCESS STORIES, INSPIRATIONAL MOMENTS, AFRICAN PAINTINGS, AFRICAN POETRY, STORYTELLING FROM THE HEART and THE VERY BEST OF UNTOLD STORIES AS PART OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH.
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
TONY TOKUNBO ETEKA FERNANDEZ 