BRAZILIAN FESTIVAL FANTI SUCCESSFULLY HELD IN TBS, LAGOS STATE. (PHOTOS).

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The Fanti Carnival in Lagos originated in the 19th century, brought by Afro-Brazilian returnees (known as the Aguda or Amaro) who settled on Lagos Island after returning from slavery in Brazil. It began in the 1880s, merging Brazilian Samba culture with local Yoruba traditions, often celebrated by Communities like Lafiaji and Campos.   "Today, I was at the Fanti Carnival at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island and it was a lively showcase of culture, with each group bringing its own colours, choreography and strong sense of identity. It was especially meaningful to see historic communities like Campos, Lafiaji, Okoo-Faji, Okepopo, Olowogbowo, Epetedo, and Isale-Eko come together, making the day even more memorable. From the coordinated parades to the music, dance, and vibrant displays by our young people, as well as the energy of the crowd, it was a rich blend of culture and creativity. Today reflects an important part of our heritage that we must continue to preserve and celebr...

VICTORIA BECKHAM,NAMED U.N GOODWILL AMBASSADOR TODAY.

Beckham – who missed the opening of her London store to be there – said she felt her public profile meant she had a duty to do more about woman’s health             Today thursday,Victoria Beckham,the wife of David Beckham and former Spice Girls band member was named U.N Goodwill Ambassador for an AIDS charity.Victoria Beckham in her speech,during the press conference at the United Nations building in New York said ''I am a mother and i am a woman.I will do what ever i can do to raise awareness.I feel very passionate about this.I recently visited South Africa and i was so touched by the women i met and i felt inspired.I came home and i knew i had to do something.It's taken me to get to 40 to realise i have a responsibility as a woman and as a mother.For some reason people will listen to me.This is the beginning of an incredible journey for me i have people mentoring me.I am going back to South Africa in a few weeks and then further afield next year''.More photos below.                             The fashion designer said she was 'honoured' to be made an ambassador for their UNAIDS campaignThe former Spice Girl said: 'For some reason people will listen to me. So I can speak on behalf of these women'Mrs Beckham says she wants to go 'further afield' next year in her role as an ambassadorThe fashion designer said she had been inspired by a visit to Cape Town as part of the Born Free initiativeMrs Beckham said her trip to South Africa was 'life changing' during the 69th General Assembly of the UN

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