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ANOG
Parade
2010
The maiden all Nigeria unity parade
took place in downtown Atlanta on October 2nd to
showcase Nigerian culture, assert our "Nigerianess”,
celebrate ourselves, while building stronger
relationships and more mutually supportive community
of Nigerians in Georgia.
The vision of this colorful parade was hinged on the
concerted goal to celebrate the history, culture and
tradition of Nigeria at the Kaleidoscopic
intersection of a major historical landmark (50
years of Independence) and the need to project the
image of Nigeria in a more positive light in the
midst of seemingly negative media connotation. This
was the day Atlanta stood still for Nigerians... for
two hours!!! . Even Governor Sonny Purdue send a
congratulatory message to all Nigerians in Georgia.
This is the first time out for “Georgian Nigerians”,
but now it is the parade to beat!!! Hello New York!
Hello Chicago ! Brace up Houston, there is a new
sheriff in town, and is call “Hotlanta” !
Many “Presidential thanks” to Presidents of ANOG
Member Associations who came out to lead their
units. Special thanks to Hon. Chudi Okafor, the
Consul General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,
and his entourage, who came out to address the
gathering. Profound kudos to all who came out, who
believe in Nigeria, who are proud of their heritage,
who participated and supported this events, and who
can raise their heads and say “Yes, I am Nigeria,
the changes start with ME”
Memories, pleasant memories, are made of these.
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ANOG lead car |
Eyo Masquerade of lagos |
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Nigerian Women Association of Georgia |
Abiriba Communal Improvement Union |
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Atlanta Green Eagles |
Taberna Money Transfer Group |
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Zumunta Organization, Atlanta Chapter |
Eko ko nib a je !! |
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Out Umunne Cultural Organization |
Yorubas of Atlanta |
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Esan Progressive Association of Atlanta |
Esan igbabonelimi (masquarade)
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The Southside |
Specially decorated/painted Car for Nigeria |
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Nkiru “Hollywood” Oranika in the house |
Stretch Hummer Limo for Nigeria |
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Igbo Youth dancing troupe entertaining |
The Igbo Union |
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Isoko Association of Atlanta |
KLFclass Africa |
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Igbo ‘roving’ masquerade |
Kabiyesi, Oba of Southside Atlanta |
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Consul General, Hon. Chudi Okafor, Addressing the
Crowd |
A cross-section of Nigerians in the parade |
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ANOG President, Titus Olowokere |
Cross section of audience |
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Nigerian Muslim Association of Georgia |
NMF |
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Otu Umunne Cultural Association |
Urhobo Association of Georgia |
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The Yorubas of Atlanta |
Peoples In Diaspora |
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Otu Umunne Interview |
Atlanta Green Eagles |
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Dr. Bola Mumuney |
Having some fun |
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Akobi Heritage Photos |
Nigerian Women Leadership Forum President, Ms.
Arowoselu |
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Esan Peoples |
Dancing to the music to celebrate Nigeria |
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Getting ready |
The Crowd |
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Drumming and Dancing |
Nigerian Nurses Association of Georgia |
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