Diaspora Dialogue Series With LA
Welcome to the Diaspora Dialogue Series with LA!
I'm excited to share what this series is all about.
I am Lillian Agbeyegbe, a Nigerian-American. Join me as we unravel diverse stories, offering insights into pathways to the diaspora, maintaining connections with homelands, navigating work and family life, and much more. It's a journey that paints a vibrant and complete picture of a rich community. Don't miss out on the chance to hear varied perspectives – tune in and discover the tapestry of The Diaspora Dialogue Series!I
Diaspora Dialogue Series With LA
Guest: Dr. Lookman Sanusi
Renowned thespian, Dr. Lookman Sanusi, ED, Bubbles FM joins me as my first non-US member of the diaspora on the Dialogue Series. He shares about his journey to the Diaspora through the Highly Skilled Migrant Program for professionals. He talks about filling a vacuum in his "new land" - meeting the need of bringing authenticity to African materials on London stages with productions such as "Our Husband Has Gone Mad Again," "Awolowo the Musical" and the "Obasanjo Presidential Library" project. Language is one part of the culture we always try to pass to our children, and Dr. Sanusi is no different - even though his younger daughter found ways to learn the language on her own. Listen for more on our conversation, in which he also notes that the Nigerian government needs to do more to address the "Nigerian Factor" to encourage members of the diaspora to give more in addition to their already significant contribution of remittances to the homeland.
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