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First and foremost I have to give a major shout out to Jamall Calloway from www.urbancusp.com, for the intriguing words featured on my picture above. I took this picture a few months ago. Yesterday he sent me this copy, with what he’d written on it. Pretty dope. Thanks Jamall! It dawned on me that I haven’t had a chance to ... Read More »

As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month I would like to highlight a talented designer who I had the pleasure to meet a few weeks ago. Suzette Opera is the creator of the Eightwentyeight (828) Collection, whose mission statement is “Fashion for women with discriminating taste.” Nikki: Where are you from? Suzette: I was born and raised on the ... Read More »

 I love discovering young Black entrepreneurs. It is my pleasure to introduce you guys to 3rd Day Clothing. They are on a mission to spread a great message through fashion. Nikki: Where are you guys from? 3rd Day: Originally we were both born in Nigeria and came to the U.S. while we were still kids. Andrew made a stop in Botswana ... Read More »

“Be thankful for the life you got, you know what I’m saying? Stop looking at what you ain’t got, start being thankful for what you do got.” -T.I.- This past weekend I had the opportunity to attend a charity event for The Geanco Foundation. Founded by the Onyema family, Geanco has a mission to develop world-class medical, educational and athletic ... Read More »

In case you guys didn’t know I have a passion and love for Africa. I am so blessed to have been able to visit Africa twice. I maintain relationships with my friends there, and yearn to go back for another visit soon. Africa has a special place in my heart, so when I heard about this event I knew I ... Read More »

“You’re not African American, you’re American. You guys just say African American so you can have some relation to Africa.” These are the words that were spoken to me from a Nigerian lady that I attended college with. It was hurtful to hear her say this. I have traveled to Zambia twice and the first time was challenging. In a ... Read More »