NHEF News
04-29-2009
:: NHEF Inaugural Awards Dinner - June 24th, 2009
The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation cordially invites you to join us on June 24th, 2009 for our Inaugural Gala at the Tavern on the Green in New York City.
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Honorees
Obiageli Ezekwesili, Vice President, World Bank
Hon. Donald M. Payne, Congressman, D10 New Jersey; Chairman, House Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health
Wole Soyinka, Nobel Laureate
Rosa Whitaker, President and CEO, The Whitaker Group
Special Guest
Hon. Dr. Sam O. Egwu, Minister of Education,
The Federal Republic of Nigeria
Every day, students are studying advanced math and science, debating the problems of Nigeria and the world, and creating new ideas in arts and literature. Undoubtedly, they are committed to becoming our next generation of leaders and we are committed to helping them succeed.
Nigerian universities are essential to sustain the country’s growing economy, a just and vibrant social structure, and a stable society. These institutions have a dire need for assistance.
We invite you to join us in supporting these institutions and helping to convert the Brain Drain of the Past into a meaningful Brain Gain for Nigeria.
June 24, 2009
Tavern on the Green
67th and Central Park West, New York City
Cocktails 6-7 pm. Dinner 7-10 pm