Why I Suspended Social Media Activities and Halted Performances (Lamentations of An African Child)

Oliver O. Mbamara performing - Lamentations of An African child (The Gift of the Present).

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. Continue reading

“A Lot Of Bad Names Have Been Given To African Gods,” – Filmmaker/Attorney Oliver Mbamara in Sahara Reporters Interview

Oliver Oscar Mbamara, Esq., - Many faces, many calling, multiple careers

“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.” Continue reading

African Community Service Award 2018

African Comm Service Award

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. Continue reading

Violence or Peace on Earth: “Early/Primitive Man” to the “Advanced” Man of Technology

evolution of the fulani herdsman

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. Continue reading

On False Leaders, False Security, Manipulations in High Places, Power, and The Dawn of Reckoning

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“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…..” Continue reading

Calling for Support In The Telling of African Stories Through Film – “We Have A Responsibility To Keep Our Stories Alive For The Future Generation.”

Oliver O. Mbamara Esq., Filmmaker, Attorney, Judge, Writer, Poet.

“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.” Continue reading

How To Deal With Propaganda And Misinformation In A Time of Media Influence And Domination

Oliver Oscar Mbamara, Esq, Attorney, filmmaker, Actor, Poet, & Writer

“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.” Continue reading

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,… Continue reading

To Love or To Hate

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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… Continue reading

Adieu, Cecil The Lion; Beloved Beauty of The Jungle – A POETIC TRIBUTE

Cecil, The Lion

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… Continue reading

Revamping The Nigerian Leadership: Applying What We Know.

Oliver Speaking At Nig Leadrship Event-2010

“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…” Continue reading

Letter To Our Ancestors

Ancestor - Mbamara Duruojinkeyaeme Ekejiuba

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,… Continue reading