Nigerian Center

Nigerian Center The Nigerian Center Inc. (501c3), is the first immigrant and cultural center for the Nigerian diaspora in the nation’s capital.

08/26/2026

🇺🇸🇳🇬 CALLING ALL COMMUNITY AMBASSADORS & VOLUNTEERS!

The Nigerian American Festival is coming, and we want YOU to be part of the movement! 📣

Join us as a Community Ambassador or Volunteer and help us spread the word, bring your network together, and make this weekend of music, culture, food, and community one to remember. 🎉

👉🏿 Represent your community. Get involved. Help us make history!

📅 October 16–18, 2026
📍 Guinness Open Gate Brewery

Please note: Community Ambassadors & Volunteers must be 21 years of age or older.

Interested in becoming a Community Ambassador or Volunteer?
📩 Reach out to [email protected]

08/25/2026

The call is open! 📣

The Nigerian Center is now accepting applications for our inaugural Policy Advisory Council.

We’re looking for thoughtful, engaged leaders and community members who are ready to contribute their expertise, help shape policy conversations, and advance issues impacting Nigerian and Black immigrant communities.

Interested in serving? Watch the video to hear from our Policy Director and learn more about the Council.

📅 Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
🔗 Apply today: https://www.nigeriancenter.org/pac

08/22/2026

The countdown is on! 🔥

RMD has a special invitation for you.

Join us October 16–18, 2026, for the Nigerian American Festival at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore, Maryland.

📅 October 16–18, 2026
📍 Guinness Open Gate Brewery | Baltimore, MD
🎟️ FREE & open to everyone. RSVP: https://www.nigeriancenter.org/nigerian-american-festival

October is coming! 🔥🇳🇬🇺🇸

Washington, D.C. — The Nigerian Center is pleased to announce the launch of its inaugural Policy Advisory Council and is...
08/19/2026

Washington, D.C. — The Nigerian Center is pleased to announce the launch of its inaugural Policy Advisory Council and is now accepting applications from distinguished leaders, policy experts, academics, researchers, professionals, and emerging leaders across the United States who are committed to advancing the interests of Nigerian Americans and the broader African diaspora.

Applications are now open.

🔗 Link in bio to read the full press release

Ready to learn a Nigerian language in the winter? Explore Igbo, Yoruba, or Hausa with The Nigerian Center and build a me...
08/18/2026

Ready to learn a Nigerian language in the winter?

Explore Igbo, Yoruba, or Hausa with The Nigerian Center and build a meaningful connection to Nigerian culture through language. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to reconnect, our beginner-friendly classes are a great place to start.

📅 Date: Jan. 11 – Feb. 18
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Virtual
🔗 Register here: https://www.nigeriancenter.org/events

08/17/2026

Make Your Banking Count

Did you know your banking relationship can help support the Nigerian Center at no additional cost to you? 💚

Through our Affinity Membership Program with TD Bank, eligible TD Bank customers can support our work simply by linking their account to the Nigerian Center using affinity code AJ486.

Already bank with TD? Contact your branch and ask to have your account linked to the Nigerian Center through the Affinity Program.
Thinking about opening an account? Use AJ486 when you enroll in an eligible TD Bank account.

Your participation helps support our work advancing culture, social justice, and opportunity, including programs that help our community build stronger financial futures.

Bank with purpose. Support your community. Use code AJ486.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos has welcomed Brandon Hudspeth as its new Consul General. He begin...
08/14/2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos has welcomed Brandon Hudspeth as its new Consul General. He begins a three-year tenure as the senior U.S. government representative across the 17 states of southern Nigeria.

This marks Hudspeth’s second assignment in Lagos, having previously served as Political-Economic Section Chief from 2020–2022.

In his new role, Hudspeth has highlighted strengthening the U.S.–Nigeria partnership, with a focus on expanding trade and investment, advancing innovation, strengthening collaboration in technology and the creative industries, and creating new opportunities for shared prosperity.

🔗 Full press release: https://www.nigeriancenter.org/media/us-ambassador-to-nigeria

🇳🇬🇺🇸 CALLING ALL VENDORS! 🛍️🎉Showcase your business at the inaugural Nigerian American Festival, October 16–18 at Guinne...
08/14/2026

🇳🇬🇺🇸 CALLING ALL VENDORS! 🛍️🎉

Showcase your business at the inaugural Nigerian American Festival, October 16–18 at Guinness Open Gate Brewery!

✨ Reach thousands of festivalgoers
🛍️ Showcase your products & services
🤝🏿 Connect with the community

Vendor spaces are limited.
🔗 Link to apply in bio!

08/14/2026

Want to help make the Nigerian American Festival unforgettable? 🇳🇬🇺🇸

Become a Festival Ambassador! 🎉

We’re recruiting volunteer Community Ambassadors to help spread the word, create content, invite your networks, and build excitement for the festival.

✨ Volunteer/service hours
🍴 Complimentary food during the festival
🛍️ Discounted festival merchandise
🎟️ Special festival access
🙌🏿 Recognition from the Nigerian Center

Ready to represent your community? Join the Festival Ambassador team!

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