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Challenges in life come in three broad categories: easy, difficult and impossible. Those who take on the easy have a safe and boring life.Those who take on the difficult have a tough but satisfying life.Those who take on the impossible are remembered.
This wise quotes constitutes Barack outlook of life. Â Barack is an up and coming writer and author of a few articles. He graduated from Kenyatta University, Kenya with a honour’s bachelors degree in Computer Science. He began his professional career soon after working for National AIDS control council where he could combine his professional knowledge with charity work for the betterment of people with HIV/AIDS. Â He is currently pursuing a masters degree in data communication software at the university of Helsinki. His main area of interest apart from the world of computer science is world politics.
Anthony-Claret is a software Engineer, entrepreneur and the founder of Codewit INC. Mr. Claret publishes and manages the content on Codewit Word News website and associated websites. He's a writer, IT Expert, great administrator, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all around digital guy.
Akintokunbo Adejumo lives and works in London, UK. A graduate of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria (1979) and University of Manitoba, Canada (1985), he also writes on topical issues for newspapers and internet media including Nigeriaworld.com, Nigeria Today Online, Nigerians In America, Nigeria Village Square, Champions Newspaper, ChatAfrik.com, Gamji.com etc. He is also the Coordinator of CHAMPIONS FOR NIGERIA, (www.championsfornigeria.org) an organisation devoted to celebrating genuine progress, excellence, commitment, selfless and unalloyed service to Nigeria and Nigerians.
Anthony-Claret is a software Engineer, entrepreneur and the founder of Codewit INC. Mr. Claret publishes and manages the content on Codewit Word News website and associated websites. He's a writer, IT Expert, great administrator, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all around digital guy.
Hilary Ikechukwu Ugwu is a Nigerian resident in the US. By academic training, he is a philosopher. In personality trait, he is thinker. He is an avid reader—as a hobby; a prolific writer by talent, and a poet by temperament. He is a Christian. He is also a prospective author of three African novels. He loves revolutionary ideas. He adores great innovators, inventors and creators in all their ingeniousness. He loves creative arts in its diversification as a mode of the expression of the human spirit. He believes in human reason as a resourceful factor/force to improving human conditions. ‘When we stop thinking, we start dying’.
His forthcoming books all create some sense of revolutionary social movement against socio-economic, political and cultural tyranny, injustice, oppression, enslavement of humans. For when humans do not have freedom, their creative potentialities are not given full expression. Life without freedom is worst than death. He strongly upholds that the convergence of human ideas expressed in formidable social movements directed against ills has the bulldozer potentials to uprooting the ills in question.
Hilary believes in the emergence of a new Africa. A single alteration of mass consciousness is what is needed to change Africa in a twitch—if we have potential, then we are not miserable and poor. No society is static, each is constantly evolving. And as thus, our ideas are only contributing chips. So we should live the project of ‘building the world’ open instead of conclusive. In this way, the next generation would continue where we left. So every informed African should begin to create a mass movement directed towards a continental change and transformation.{linkr:related;keywords:ugwu;limit:25;title:Related Articles}
Anthony-Claret is a software Engineer, entrepreneur and the founder of Codewit INC. Mr. Claret publishes and manages the content on Codewit Word News website and associated websites. He's a writer, IT Expert, great administrator, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all around digital guy.
When people say that God is wonderful the next picture that comes to my mind is the life of a young man born in the motherland of Africa.
Chike fondly called ‘chi’ by siblings as the last child of four children (three boys and one girl). Nicknamed by peers as “Arusi” meaning shrine (i.e. container for holy relics: a case or other container for sacred relics such as the bones of a saint) in Igbo language. He is a man of possibilities who was born in a good Christian home (Egbufoama Martin and Nneka). Man they say is a product of his environment and to this chike is not an exception because his way of living reflects a person brought up under strong adherence to Christian values. Having been under the care and tutelage of grandparents of blessed memory he was enriched with rich African cultural and traditional values. He has dream all through his life of being a healer either of the soul or the body.
He has faced a lot of challenges but believes he is a man at the bottom of the ladder so he fears no fall. The main thought pattern that has influenced his success so far is that according Frederick Hegel the German philosopher towards the actualization of the absolute spirit there are agent which accelerate this movement and nothing stops its realization of goals so life for him needs no regimentation, no soft-pedaling but continuous doggedness and persistence. He is one who is a glutton of experience and that answers his huge love for traveling and meeting new people, he has been to Abidjan, Ghana, Cotonou and South African and all the states in Nigeria. He is a motivational speaker with good sense of humor such that people around him call him laughing pills.
He is good in acting especially comedy but has acted some African based dramas bringing out the African cultural heritages of which he has authored one. Amidst all these he is an aggressive salesman who performs magic in sales department in his present place of work. As described by one of his customers “chike can sell a dead thing to you and you buy it happily without seeing any fault in it”. He derives most of his joy in reading and has authored many articles presently online. He enjoys listening to music especially noisy music, but one funny thing about him is that he cannot sing at all but can dance. He is an ardent snooker player and enjoys driving especially long distance. He hates gossip but he is a noise maker because he has a coarse loud voice. He is a delivered seven personality and a spirit-filled sanguine. His pool of excitement hardly runs dry and as it is he is glutton of excitement. He battles between order and discipline because of his long and veracious search for that which keeps him high. Among all these, what is so hard for him is the control of the traffic of his desires. His daily dream as a sanguine is that every day is party. Moreover his sincere and unconscious view of the world is that it is a party hall where all need to be jumping and laughing and clapping.
He is always happy and very jovial and as some people say an extreme extrovert who takes seconds to get along with new environment and people, in fact his speed of integration and adaptation is something that marvels even him. However, He would rather talk than work, forgets obligations, doesn’t follow through, Priorities out of order, Decides by feelings, easily distracted, Wastes time talking .Presently pursuing a masters program in Law and Diplomacy in the University of Jos, Jos Nigeria having obtained a Bachelors degree in philosophy from Urbanian University Rome with a Second Class Upper and a Diploma in Computer Engineering with computer professional exams which includes A+ certification. In search of a higher academic achievement as a passion he has just got admission into Adelphi university new york to study masters in social works.he is residing in the united states of America uptill the present.
Anthony-Claret is a software Engineer, entrepreneur and the founder of Codewit INC. Mr. Claret publishes and manages the content on Codewit Word News website and associated websites. He's a writer, IT Expert, great administrator, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all around digital guy.
Nwokoye is native of Nri, Anaocha LGA. A graduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. Educational qualifications include LL.B Hons; BL Hons Degree at the Nigeria Law School. A former United States Marine and member of the Disabled American Veterans. Nwokoye is a prolific writer and Author in Nigeriavillsgesquare.com and a regular contributor in many other online news site like Saharareporters.com, PointblankNews.com,Codewit News, OnlineNigeria.com and also formerly a regular writer in Nigeriaworld.com. As a member of Codewit Global network, He is very passionate about good governance, education, youth development and an ardent advocate of peace based on justice and fairness. “
Anthony-Claret is a software Engineer, entrepreneur and the founder of Codewit INC. Mr. Claret publishes and manages the content on Codewit Word News website and associated websites. He's a writer, IT Expert, great administrator, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all around digital guy.
I was born, Camille Consetta Connell on the island of Jamaica. I met David Goldman who was from Chicago in 1984. We were married in August of ’86. Fifteen months later, I arrived in the United States with our three month old baby girl, Branda-Lee. About seven years later, we had Caleb, and six years after that, our third child, Samuel, who was born at home with the help of a traditional midwife. That was my best birthing experience, ever.
I started out writing songs and took enough piano lessons to be able to accompany myself. With the encouragement of my friend Susan Heath, who is an award winning poet, I began writing poetry. One of my poems can be found on poetry.com> It is entitled, “Overgrown Things.” I love to write informative articles and Helium has given me the opportunity to present my work to millions of readers.
I see myself as a member of the “Backwards Generation,” a phrase I coined to represent people like myself who tend to do things a bit in reverse. For example, I married young and dedicated myself to home and family. I even home-schooled my two oldest children for a number of years. Now, however, I am in school, working towards a degree in psychology. (By the way, I am a member of Phi Theta Kappa).
Writing gives me the opportunity to broaden my horizons and explore my creativity. Self-taught in many areas, I have a desire not only for gaining knowledge, but also for the opportunity to impart it. I very much appreciate being able to do so on Helium.
Briefly me
My passion is …
People (That’s why I am a psych major). . . Reading and writing along with an insatiable thirst for knowledge.
I know too much about …
Nothing! Which is why I love to learn.
My parents always told me …
“You have have the right stuff, Baby!” – Not exactly in those words, but close enough.
My childhood ambition …
Be different – stand out from the crowd. I always tended to dance to the beat of a different drummer.
My favorite memory …
The first time I saw someone skiing. I thought he was walking on water like Jesus. I was only 5. I lived in a small village in Jamaica with not television and very little contact with the outside world, and he was a white man!
Why I write …
Writing is my way of expressing creativity.
What I am reading/watching/listening to …
I read romances, hardly ever watch television, almost never go to the movies, and love to listen to the Reggae sounds of Chassidic Jew, Matisyahu.
My first job …
Housekeeping at the local YMCA. It lasted about 6 months.
My best moment …
Seeing my babies for the first time – wow! Absolutely incredible.
My inspiration …
God, the Bible, my parents, my children, my friend Susan Heath who survived breast cancer and pursued and completed two Bachelor’s degrees in Education and English while undergoing chemo-therapy. . . Consider this a very abbreviated list.
Anthony-Claret is a software Engineer, entrepreneur and the founder of Codewit INC. Mr. Claret publishes and manages the content on Codewit Word News website and associated websites. He's a writer, IT Expert, great administrator, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all around digital guy.
Anthony-Claret Onwutalobi, a Nigerian activist, educator, and blogger, was born in Nnewi, in the heart of southeastern Nigeria, but grew up in Ihiala and Lagos state. When Anthony-Claret was growing up, there weren’t many well-known African male role models, but that didn’t stop him from achieving his dreams. He was particularly interested in computer science and business management. Fortunately, his parents encouraged his interests.
That encouragement drove him to excel. He graduated from high school at 16! Then he earned degrees in Computer Science and Software Engineering at INTI University College and the University of Wollongong Australia. Later, he graduated from the following universities: the University of Helsinki, Metropolia University of Applied Science and Lahti University of Applied Science. No challenge was too great for Claret to take on.
Anthony-Claret is widely known among his counterparts for his breadth of outlook, liberal views and marked sympathy for African aspirations. People, who knew him intimately, described him as “a hard-headed Africa man who sees straight into the heart of things, and never hesitate to express himself with the bluntness in which an African man never fails if he works hard.”
While in secondary school, he was active in events and activities such as the creative Circle Club, Religious societies, and Cercle de Francais French Club, all while maintaining good grades. Despite a rigorous academic schedule at the University of Wollongong, Australia’s Sarawak Campus, he regularly participates in extracurricular activities organized by the various international student Associations. He was instrumental in establishing the African students in 2003 and was elected secretary of the Association for the 2003 academic year. He received the Best Service Award for his outstanding community service.
Claret has been extensively involved in student politics at both school and university. He has held leadership positions in a number of organizations. He was elected the president of the Association; hitherto, he displayed admirable leadership skills, which have contributed to the smooth running of the African Students Association.
Mr Claret has organized a host of cultural and charity events. He fought for the rights of African citizens in Diaspora. His zeal for helping the underprivileged is commendable. As the president of the African student Society, he organised the first African convention Malaysia chapter to discuss issues facing Africans today and is currently the President of an organization that is in the process of renewing the African image and restoring black pride in the world.
He has also dedicated himself to raising the profile of young African men and women in universities, and through his participation in tutoring programmes and seminars in schools and universities, he is actively supporting the future prominence of youths involved in society and youth empowerment programmes in Africa and beyond.
Claret has excelled academically throughout his university career, receiving numerous academic and leadership awards in recognition of his academic achievements. He became interested in philosophy during his secondary school studies, particularly the development of emergent philosophies. He also keeps up with research on the impact of information technology on human interaction in the global marketplace. True to his interests, he enrolled in the University of Wollongong Sarawak Campus in both liberal arts and computer sciences. Anthony-claret is a software engineer who graduated with first-class honours in Computer Science and Software Engineering from the University of Wollongong in Australia. Anthony-Claret worked for INTI University, Sarawak for two years as an education counsellor and later marketing executive. He was involved in Youth social upliftment projects both within his university as a counsellor, and in the broader community through programmes dealing with HIV/AIDS and the Youth Awareness programmes. He has travelled to different Universities and schools in Nigeria and other African countries to conduct seminars on the globalization of Education and YOUTH AND EDUCATION: TRENDS AND CHALLENGES.
Claret is an education activist. His background and early experience played a significant role in his life. He has been extensively involved in youth development and social activism programmes. He is a facilitator in the fields of participatory development, gender equality, HIV/AIDS, Human Rights and the Environment. His passion for IT is clear, as his intention is to use his experience and knowledge in the field to lessen the socio-economic class divide in Africa. He is a motivational speaker with a good sense of humour.
He has authored prominent articles on African issues. Likewise, he is also a writer of everything from children’s books to satirical columns and articles. Not only that, but he was the Director of Publications for Mind Opener Magazine
Anthony-Claret founded a Codewit Global Network. His works have led him increasingly to the conviction that the solution to the African problems must be solved by Africans themselves. This idea has led to a development of philosophical thought attributed to him called “Codewism”, where he clarified that the solution to African problems lies in eight key principles.
As a pragmatist, Anthony-Claret offers an integrated and resourced based approach and teaches that youth capacity development and empowerment can help our young people to be engaged in the community. Such an effort, Claret believes, would have gone far to arrest the spread of the HIV/AIDS epidemic that continues to cut a fatal, but largely preventable swathe through a whole cohort of youth in Africa and across the world.
Over the past few years, Mr Anthony-Claret has done much to promote the spirit of multiculturalism among the diverse international populace. He is committed to using his knowledge to find a way to improve the socio-economic conditions of people living in Africa.
Today he encourages young people, especially African youths, that it is important to study African history in order to know who they are, where they are coming from and where they want to be.
Through his Codewit Global Network brand, he constantly and creatively challenges his audience to rise up and make a positive difference and change. His ever-confident “Yes I can!” attitude inspires others to stand up and be counted for what they believe in.
Mr Claret continued his post-graduate and doctoral education at the University of Helsinki, Finland ” Recently, He was nominated in Marquis Who’s Who, as a candidate for inclusion in the 2010 edition of Who’s who in the world, scheduled to be published in November 2009 in recognition of his achievement.
In writing about his vision for the future, Claret notes:
My vision for Africa is a continent that will give birth to leaders of character and consequence. Men and women of principle, will stand firm on the shoulders of past and present great leaders committed to making Africa a great continent where peace, justice, and equal opportunity prevail.
Famous Quotes
“Education is the power to think clearly, the power to act well in the world’s work, and the power to appreciate life.”
Major Accomplishments
It would be almost an impossible task to list all of Claret’s major life accomplishments. However, this author believes it is worth mentioning the following in the hopes that they will highlight the career of a man who truly changed the lives of most of the Africans in the Diaspora.
-> Nominated for the 27th edition of Who’s who in the world
-> Graduated with First Class honour (BSc) University of Wollongong, Australia
-> President of African Students Association 2004 – 2006
-> Chairman and Organizer of First African Convention in Malaysia
-> Director of publication of (Mind Opener magazine)
-> President of International Students Association (2003 -2004)
-> Founder and Coordinator of Codewit Global Network
Anthony-Claret is a software Engineer, entrepreneur and the founder of Codewit INC. Mr. Claret publishes and manages the content on Codewit Word News website and associated websites. He's a writer, IT Expert, great administrator, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all around digital guy.
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