Through its New York consulate general, the federal government has joined its counterparts from Ghana and Turkey to honour African-Americans for contributing to the development of the U.S.

Every February since 1976, the U.S. has celebrated Black History Month to acknowledge the contributions of African-Americans to national development. It is an opportunity to showcase African-Americans’ rich cultural heritage, successes, and challenges.

Consul general Lot Egopija said Nigerians, though part of the African-Americans’ population, would continue to remember their homeland. Mr Egopija said Nigerians living in the U.S. would also continue to contribute to the development of the U.S.

“We will always remember home, even if we are immigrants in the U.S.,” stated the Nigerian envoy. “Please, enjoy the rich culture on display. Culture is the customs, the costumes, the characters, the characteristics, the manners, the mannerism, the philosophy, and the ideology of a people. So, get immersed in the culture of two African giants and satisfy your palate with the array of delicacies on display.”

Ghana’s consul general in New York, Daniel Boafo, added that the event allowed showcasing the city’s beautiful tourist attractions and promoting investment opportunities “in our various countries.”

(NAN)