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Why I Suspended Social Media Activities and Halted Performances (Lamentations of An African Child)
From the time of our fore-fathers, many have fought to protect the rights and freedom of all to a better life. Many today genuinely care for the good of the whole even though it ultimately boils down to how we choose to live our lives individually.
Freedom Poetry
WATCH VIDEO OF SOME THOUGHT-PROVOKING & INSPIRATIONAL POEMS WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY OLIVER O. MBAMARA
Receiving The African Community Service Award 2018
Receiving The African Community Service Award 2018 – Alexandria Mark Center, Alexandria VA
“A Lot Of Bad Names Have Been Given To African Gods,” – Filmmaker/Attorney Oliver Mbamara in Sahara Reporters Interview
“as human beings, our fore-fathers were not perfect but they mostly lived lives of honor, value and respect for each other and the larger society. They lived strictly by what we today simply call the principles of karma or justice.”
African Community Service Award 2018
AFRICAN COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD: It is with humility that I accept the honor of being a recipient of the 2018 AFRICAN COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD. It is always encouraging to note that our efforts in promoting and sustaining our rich AFRICAN HERITAGE, IDENTITY, and CULTURES are making such impact as to be recognized.
Investing in Nigeria and Other African Countries: The Security Question
This piece was written and first published in 2002. 16 years later, the points shared herein are still very much applicable today. We have to build a solid foundation of peace and security of life and property upon which economic and political stability could thrive. It is baffling that our leaders have continued to ignore this obvious equation.
Violence or Peace on Earth: “Early/Primitive Man” to the “Advanced” Man of Technology
Ultimately, with all its comparative conveniences, the “advancement” of technology holds a significant threat to mankind and his environment. In the grand scheme of things, all has meaning with the purpose of driving man to at some point in time rediscover his true self as a peaceful divine being of love. So, while some may continue to spur violence some will choose to seek peace.
Photo Feature – Just A Man In Suit
Profile Picture of Oliver O. Mbamara on Facebook with likes and comments from friends and fans
On False Leaders, False Security, Manipulations in High Places, Power, and The Dawn of Reckoning
“warnings of such impending demise will always be there, tugging and pulling for recognition, but will always be ignored in the euphoria of the false security or false pleasure temporarily afforded by the selfish machinations to stay in power, maintain affluence, score vengeance, or political advantage…..”
Calling for Support In The Telling of African Stories Through Film – “We Have A Responsibility To Keep Our Stories Alive For The Future Generation.”
“Africans must rise to the challenge of telling their own stories. There are many African stories to be told, and histories and cultures to be safeguarded through the African perspective. Nollywood offers both a voice for our people and a bed of investment opportunities to be explored and enjoyed.”
How To Deal With Propaganda And Misinformation In A Time of Media Influence And Domination
“Be the keeper of your own gate of information. Invest a brief moment of research to verify anything suspicious or outrageous… Every human being has the ability of choice and the faculty of imagination and analysis. That is what makes man a divine creature. One has to be alert and aware to be able to feed on the right stuff.”
CAVEAT: Beware of Those Impersonating Others For Fraudulent Purposes:
“If someone dangles an opportunity before you on how to make some quick easy money using my name as the attorney, representative, or party, please be informed in advance that it is not true. This may be the case with others whose names may be subject to the same unauthorized abuse like mine, but I can only speak for myself.”
O You America!
“In your glory, forget not the balance of responsibility, Even as you lead the march on freedom’s lane.”
The Place of Peace in A Conflicting Universe
“One does not have to seek true peace outside the self for it is inherent in soul, but one certainly has to work to triumph over the challenges of the physical universe in other to rediscover and reconnect with that state of peace which transcends the physical…”
I Start Me A New Beginning
I Start Me A New Beginning A Poem On New Year Resolutions And The Journey Ahead ——————————— Seeking to know and learn some more I still have ways that I must travel Grateful and thankful in many ways I remain humbled by more to learn Though exhausting it seems at times Defeated and beaten down […]
YULETIDE – A Season of Love and Celebration
YULETIDE (Christmas) A Season of Love and Celebration —————————————– In the hearts of many, gladness is rich, As many call on all to share with them Their joy and tales of adventure, Through the year so encountered. In many places, friends and folks, Meet for the year and hug with love, Sharing sweet smiles of […]
To Love or To Hate
To Love or To Hate (We See In Others The Likeness of Us) —————————- There’s nothing to hate but hate itself There’s nothing to fear but fear itself Perhaps nothing to judge but prejudice, Yet there’s always love to conquer all If we these traits prefer to harbor The hatred, the fear, the prejudice, We […]
Lift Thy Face
Lift Thy Face —————————— Lift thy face unto the Rising Sun Raise thy voice in praise of the Lord Count thy gifts and bless this day Let thy rejoicing come to no end For thy choice is right to praise His name, And thy life is blessed to live His ways Many are they who […]
Adieu, Cecil The Lion; Beloved Beauty of The Jungle – A POETIC TRIBUTE
Adieu, Cecil The Lion; Beloved Beauty of The Jungle (Dedicated to the Zimbabwean Icon, lured and killed by poachers) ————————– Though born to live amidst the brutal jungle You became an icon beloved in the life you led Though from a kindred known for conquer You showed the world lions could be lovely Though from […]
The Role of Nigerians (Africans) in Diaspora – in Nation Building
“The Nigerian (or African) in Diaspora is expected to deliver by exemplary ways for he can now compare the two worlds. He stands in a better position to apply what would work in effective and progressive nation-building. Anything less would be a disappointment and a betrayal…”
Revamping The Nigerian Leadership: Applying What We Know.
“While many Nigerians would tend to agree that re-branding maybe a good idea, it would be an exercise in futility, bound to fail if Nigerians would not find the confidence and encouragement to look up to their leaders for good examples…”
Ben Bruce And Buhari: Why Nigerians Must Learn From History, If…
“…the issues raised by Senator Bruce (PDP) for change of the status quo transcend party lines and fall in line with the values upon which President Buhari (APC) ran for election. This provides a common ground for the new administration to work regardless of affiliations.”
Exploring Frontiers for a Sustainable Nigeria – The Diaspora Effect.
Being an open paper delivered by Oliver O. Mbamara at the 3rd Annual Nigerian Leadership Summit in New York in 2012. The News: It is no news that many Nigerians have in recent times been traveling abroad for better opportunities and it is no news that many of these Nigerians now reside abroad. It is […]
Nine Brief Points for Nation Building: An Open Paper to All Nigerians
If the man that finds himself on the corridors of power and trusted with leadership either by electoral votes or by fate, fails to let his good conscience reign, what then is his value if he lives, acts, and leads like he has no conscience?
Responsibility And Accountability From The Top: The kind of Re-branding We Need
An open paper by Oliver O. Mbamara “While many Nigerians would tend to agree that re-branding maybe a good idea, it would be an exercise in futility, bound to fail if Nigerians would not find the confidence and encouragement to look up to their leaders for good examples.” It is with reluctant-hopefulness that I write […]
Resurrection of The Awakening
Resurrection of The Awakening ———————————- After challenges and illusions that be Along the course in the journey of life, In search of that glory that once was, The threshold of reality is arrived upon The sound of the waking call is audible The traveler shakes out of the slumber, After the abandonment of the ego, […]
In Loving Strides
In Loving Strides (Dedicated to All Mothers) ————————– My presence came with joyful pain Sickened her mornings For nine full months It was hard to bear But in loving stride she took it all As the Lord molded my flesh My growth did change her figure’s shape, And my weight weakened her joints As it […]
Our Fathers – Who We Become
“The significance (and identity) of Ibo culture as do many other cultures is enshrined in the values and tradition expressly transmitted from one generation to another…It is the duty of one generation to sustain and pass it on to the next…with honor, truthfulness, and dignity.” – Oliver O. Mbamara Our Fathers – Who We […]
Time And The Germination of Seed
Time And The Germination of Seed ——————————– “Nothing can stop the germination of a seed whose time to sprout has come…” Like the beautiful vibrant plant that sprouts Amidst the company of surrounding rocks, Ideas, dreams, and visions can manifest Amidst the greatest threats of challenges, When we have planted and nurtured the right […]
Letter To Our Ancestors
Reply To Mother Africa; A Letter To Our Ancestors ———————————– Dear Mother Africa, and you Ancient Ones, Thank you dearly and greatly for writing again, To ask after us, your beloved children. Truly Mother, since you and the Ancestors left, Things have changed beyond conception, For the homes and gardens are all deserted, Kinsmen and […]