Zizo became a boatsman at the age of 10, pushing and pulling against the Nile’s tides under the scorching sun of Aswan, a coming-of-age tradition. Apart from it being a main source of livelihood and a generational profession among the Nubian community, steering a sailboat in the 1980s required a specific kind of motivation. “As long as the sails were open and the boat was … [Read more...] about How Bob Marley Won Nubian Hearts: The artist is an icon in Egypt’s south
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England’s Lauren James suspended 2 games for red card vs. Nigeria
Lauren James stepped on and stomped Nigeria's Michelle Alozie in their World Cup match. (Photo by Elsa - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) "England will be without forward Lauren James for the next two matches because of her actions against Nigeria in the Round of 16 match this week, FIFA announced Thursday. She won't be eligible to return unless England makes the World Cup final … [Read more...] about England’s Lauren James suspended 2 games for red card vs. Nigeria
Lauren James apologized to Nigeria’s Michelle Alozie
“Lauren James has apologized after receiving a red card in England's knockout win over Nigeria to advance to the quarterfinals of the World Cup. James was penalized during Monday's game after she stomped on Michelle Alozie's back in their Round of 16 match. "All my love and respect to @alozieee," she said in an Instagram story on Tuesday. "I am sorry for what … [Read more...] about Lauren James apologized to Nigeria’s Michelle Alozie
PUNCH NEWS: Niger gov. appoints Igbo man Special Adviser
Barely days after the PUNCH reported a demand by the Igbo in Niger State demanding a slot in Governor Mohammed Bago’s cabinet, the governor has appointed Mr. George Dike as Special Adviser on Inter-Tribal Affairs. The governor also appointed 25 other persons as Special Advisers in other areas of engagements. The list includes men and women from the state. Chief Press … [Read more...] about PUNCH NEWS: Niger gov. appoints Igbo man Special Adviser
Festival to remember Igbo Landing in USA
By Allyson Reynolds, The Brunswick News, Ga. The 10th annual IGBO Worldwide Festival of Arts and Culture will memorialize Igbo Landing by presenting culture, art, music and language on Friday and Saturday at Selden Park. The event will have performances from Georgia Gullah Geechee Ring Shouters, authentic Nigerian food, vendors, art exhibits and the Naming … [Read more...] about Festival to remember Igbo Landing in USA