I hear you. I seriously doubt that this anniversary get-together will ever turn into any Phd show-offs' wishy-washy ramblings. We certainly do not have room for that. It is a day for socializing, fun, laughter and merry-making. We aim to keep it that way.
On the invitation part of it, I think we should all decide if spouses, friends, and acquaintances should be invited. However, I believe that any forumite of BNW who wish to participate toward the successful celebration of this anniversary is invited.
As soon as the logistics for the party are worked out, we'll notify everyone.
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quote: For those concerned about the accessibility of Newark, NJ, by air, Newark has an international airport. ~Amanda
I'll need to make some stop-over/connections to Newark from even Manchester international airport. JFK is different. However, I'm willing to forego a couple of extra hours in bed if the majority want NJ. If we had ample time I'd lobby for London or neutral but cute Switzerland.
If PhD Biafrans want to attend why forbid them? I don't see any problem with that once we have decided on the format. Personally, I don't stand around to wait for folks who are not in the program to clear their throats and start recycling Igbo proverbs and adages. Any time that happens, I always have an early night.
I'm almost beginning to look forward to meeting some of you. On the other hand, I'm already beginning to have butterflies in my tummy at the prospect of locking eye-balls with some of you more radical Biafrans.
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Ehem, here they are talking about and planning the grandmother of all fiestas! Poor me! I cannot afford the air fare from Biafra. While its true that the take home of acadas can now take them home, getting me to NY or NJ is stretching it a bit too far. Enjoy while I take solace in my ugba and okporoko plus ezike oba.
Not to be construed as sour grapes, just a fraternal advice, for those who want to one day quit the hamburger culture: Whatever you do, remember that the real estates are fast disappearing. A (floor member) Senator can buy a choice piece of property every month. Local Government Chairman? He is a king! Ministers make gifts of brand new cars. Governors? Will blow your mind! Corruption? Taken to dizzying heights. Human life? Worth nothing.
Yet ask the next guy on the street how he is and you get, "Fine, thank God". Can you beat that?
NITEL offers annual internet access for 42 grand (at least in Biafra). Not too bad, if you ask me. All the same, I can't promise that I will always keep it flowing. But whatever happens, I will always sneak in a peek here and then when my urchins (bless them) let me. As to my house, we go it democratic and I always have the last say: yes, son or yes, honey.
Ndeewo. Birikwa. I'm glad I have not paid for my flight ticket yet. If you aren't going, then I'll seriously review my commitment to attend.
I'd give an arm to meet you face2face albeit with a bit of fluttering? in my tummy.
How now?
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No one said that Phd Biafrans cannot attend. What I am saying is that the BNW anniversary get-together should not be turned into one of those idiotic empty-headed ramblings that goes on at the Igbo forum. I simply do not have time or accommodation to indulge in such frivolity.
My understanding is that this get-together is supposed to be an anniversary party for BiafraNigeria World forum. I think that short, coherent, and precise speeches are reasonable. We certainly have assorted degree holders in our midst and I don't believe that any one of us has the inclination to ramble about their degree acquisition or textbook theories of how to move Biafra or Nigeria. However, I could be wrong.
However, if it becomes apparent during the planning stage that this get-together is a platform for the typical Phd holders textbook theoretic ramblings inherent at Igbo forum, I will promptly bow out. It can't get any clearer than this.
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"if it becomes apparent during the planning stage that this get-together is a platform for the typical Phd holders textbook theoretic ramblings inherent at Igbo forum, I will promptly bow out."
That is a very irresponsible statement. You mean to tell me that you will collect money from people, spend some of it on some big hotel, food, etc., and if people decide to speak at the party, you simply pull out and leave everyone hanging? How stupid.
If you pull out at a point where you have already spent some of the money, you better be ready to refund every penny spent and be prepared to be sued by anyone who cannot get a refund for their flight ticket. If you want to pull out, now is the time for you to do so. I plan to be at that party.
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We need to manage expectations promptly. Let's develop a draft programme. If you decide to produce the initial draft, this should form the basis for discussions and suggestions.
You are absolutely right. We need to develop an agenda right away. Doing so should give everyone a crystal clear idea of what the celebration will ential.
Does anyone have anything they would like to have happen or discussed at the celebraation?
Everyone, please remember that we can simply decide to restrict this to a "party", no discussions, no speeches, nothing but a good time.
But, I suspect that people will want something more formalized, with speeches, etc. So let's develop the agenda that limits the amount of speech making, in order to preserve the celebratory atmosphere, and then continue from there.
Let me add that I envision this to be an all-day event on whatever Saturday we choose. Initially, we will all meet, introductions will be made, followed by whatever we decide to have happen during the day. In the evening, the celebration/party will commence until we are all partied out. Then on Sunday, people will head back to their respective homes.
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You poor imbecilic idiot! You have neither the comprehension capacity nor the temerity to desist from exposing your backwardness. Not that I owe you an explanation, but what part of " if it becomes apparent during the planning stage that this get-together is a platform for the typical Phd holders textbook theoretic ramblings inherent at Igbo forum, I will promptly bow out." did you not understand? It is crystal clear that you're mentally challenged to decipher the difference between planning stage and execution stage. Do yourself a favor, will you? Think and re-think one time over, before you open your filthy mouth( hit the keyboards).
By the way, where is your pledge and contribution to the upcoming party in question? Not that I have any expectation that you'd ever actively participate in a positive way, anything progressive, but I do expect you to desist from your useless distracting tactics.
Now that you have been given attention, buzz off. So much for "an educated Nigerian."
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I am not interested in any speechifying or proverbs whatsoever. My understanding was that this was just an anniversary party/inaugural get-together and no more. A party let it remain. No speeches of any sort save 2 minutes of welcome remarks consisting principally of directions to the bathroom and the nearest Rite Aid.
We should meet, eat some home food, get to know each other,horse around, dance and just generally have a good time at the end of a long and harsh winter.Folks might even want to get jiggy that night; for some it will go beyond a one-night-stand while for others, it will end in tears and I-told-you-so's.
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All, For me I have the following concerns; 1) Any member of this forum, Biafrans and friends of Biafra should be able to attend. 2) The Biafran flag "the rising sun" should be flown in that hall that night. 3)When a group such as this get together like we are planning to, it is primarily for fun and then for solidarity, so I recommend at least one Biafran solidarity song "Ebe ka unu si....?" Unless we have been shooting "egbe onu" on this web I do not see the difficulty in the above touches to the occassion. If my wish is too frivolous I need to know it now so I will make my decisions early.
Idowu, Please be more civil to the special lady (and ladies) of this forum. Your last posting in my opinion could be more responsible.
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We are full steam ahead with planning this celebration. Before we can continue, it is necessary to settle a few prelimary matters. Several questions have been raised regarding:
-Who should attend and who should not attend; -Speeches or no speeches; -Biafra flag, no Biafra flag; -Tone of celebration: serious, semi-serious, informal.
If I've missed anything, please add to the list.
Over the next couple of days, I would like to have a resolution to all of these issues. Amanda and I need to know so that we can proceed unencumbered by unresolved questions.
Remember that pledges have been made by Biafrans and Nigerians alike. If we say XYZ should not attend, then we lose the pledge from XYZ. Anyone willing to exclude XYZ should either be prepared to make up the loss of XYZ's pledge, or indicate how the amount should be made up.
A preliminary agenda/schedule for the celebration will be posted by this weekend.
Additionally, anyone who is sure they want to attend please so indicate in this thread. A YES or NO will do. Also indicate whether or not you are bringing guests, and how many. I'm starting a head count.
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"Additionally, anyone who is sure they want to attend please so indicate in this thread. A YES or NO will do. Also indicate whether or not you are bringing guests, and how many. I'm starting a head count."
Answer: Yes, I will attend.
Answer: Re-guests; I will be reverting to you asap.
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___________________ Awo's political idea was based on the assumption that any town beyond Owo was Igbo or Hausa. Awo was not socialised; he was not a good mixer because he did not have the opportunity, which the secondary school offered. ~TOS Benson, Baba Oba of Lagos Posts: 2644 | From: United Kingdom | Registered: Apr 2001
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Anu Nti is a criminal penny pincher. Just to avoid spending a few bucks, he has fabricated a story about moving back to Nigeria. To make his pathetic story believable, he added salt, pepper, etc, about real estate and other junk.
What a disgusting shame! Last time you had a fundraiser here he suddenly disappeared, creating the impression that he was killed in the September 11 attack. This type of man is the worst obstacle you have in your quest for Biafra. If it was not about sending money, why doesn't he send his money even if he is not going to the party?
You are a disgusting pitiable cretin, Mr. Anu Nti.
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