Author : Uchenna Edeh

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Uchenna Edeh is a Montreal born and raised artist of Nigerian descent. His goal is to translate his love for African and Caribbean history and mythology into empowering visual imagery. He is also committed to bring to light the hidden or overlooked figures of Black, and particularly Black Canadian history.

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Herbert Samuel Heelas Macaulay: Founding Father of Nigerian Nationalism

Uchenna EdehNovember 14, 2015April 15, 2018

by Uchenna EdehNovember 14, 2015April 15, 20180

Herbert Samuel Heelas Macaulay, the widely acknowledged founding father of Nigerian nationalism, was instrumental in laying the foundation of modern Nigeria. He was also a pan-Africanist...

Black Canadian History Black Issues

The shooting of Anthony Griffin: Outrage in Montreal’s Black Community

Uchenna EdehNovember 11, 2015April 14, 2018

by Uchenna EdehNovember 11, 2015April 14, 20180

On November 11, 1987, 19 year old Anthony Griffin was shot and killed by Constable Allan Gossett in Montreal, Quebec causing outrage in the city’s...

African American Famous Libra

Bobby Seale: Co-Founder of the Black Panther Party for Self Defense

Uchenna EdehOctober 22, 2015June 10, 2020

by Uchenna EdehOctober 22, 2015June 10, 20200

Bobby Seale is an African-American political activist and co-founder and national chairman of the Black Panther Party. The son of a carpenter, Seale was born...

Famous Quotes

Ten Humorous and Powerful Quotes by Dick Gregory

Uchenna EdehOctober 12, 2015June 11, 2020

by Uchenna EdehOctober 12, 2015June 11, 20201

I never learned hate at home, or shame. I had to go to school for that. (About Ebola): The Africans are angry. They know this...

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Dick Gregory: Activism with Humor

Uchenna EdehOctober 12, 2015April 15, 2018

by Uchenna EdehOctober 12, 2015April 15, 20180

Dick Gregory is the renowned comedian, actor, and civil rights activist (born October 12, 1932) who uses his wit and humor to advance his deep...

African American Famous Libra

Powhatan Beaty: Soldier of Valor

Uchenna EdehOctober 8, 2015August 16, 2020

by Uchenna EdehOctober 8, 2015August 16, 20200

Civil War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient Powhatan Beaty served as a First Sergeant in the Union Army in Company G, 5th U.S. Colored Infantry....

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Faith Ringgold: Acclaimed Story Quilt Maker

Uchenna EdehOctober 8, 2015April 21, 2018

by Uchenna EdehOctober 8, 2015April 21, 20180

Faith Ringgold is an African-American painter, writer, speaker, mixed media sculptor and performance artist best known for her large, painted story quilts. Born Faith Willi...

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Harry Winston Jerome: “Never Give Up”

Uchenna EdehSeptember 30, 2015August 16, 2020

by Uchenna EdehSeptember 30, 2015August 16, 20200

Harry Jerome was one of the fastest men in the world for nearly a decade. He equaled and set numerous Canadian sprint records, as well as...

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Joseph Ephraim Casely Hayford: Architect of West African Unity

Uchenna EdehSeptember 29, 2015February 28, 2020

by Uchenna EdehSeptember 29, 2015February 28, 20200

Joseph Ephraim Casely Hayford was a West African barrister, author, and political leader who dedicated his life to helping improve conditions for the people of...

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David Walker: Fiery Anti-Maafa Activist

Uchenna EdehSeptember 28, 2015June 28, 2020

by Uchenna EdehSeptember 28, 2015June 28, 20200

David Walker was an outspoken African-American abolitionist and anti-Maafa (Atlantic slavery) activist. In 1829, while living in Boston, Massachusetts, he published An Appeal to the...

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