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Ni Womai Clarence Ndangam
Son of Ba Nkom Gwannua Ndangam of Bali Nyonga
Clarence Ndangam is a Senior Director at Procter & Gamble (a multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio). He leads P&G’s Dover Wipes Plant, which is P&G’s largest Pampers Wipes Plant globally, supplying USA, Canada and Mexico.
Clarence was born and raised in Cameroon, where he attended early education through high school. He studied Electrical & Electronics Engineering in Germany and Ireland before joining P&G in Germany in 1997, after graduation. He has held various managerial and increased Leadership positions at P&G for over 24yrs in 6 different locations in 4 countries (USA, Nigeria, UK and Germany).
Clarence is a husband and a proud dad of 3 kids. His passion to serve led him to join the Bali Cultural Association (BCA) – USA soon after relocating to the US in 2008, where he later become Secretary General from 2012-2016 and National President for the last 6 Years. As President- he led BCA USA to become one of the largest non-profit organizations of Cameroon Heritage out of Cameroon (from 300+ members to over 1,100+ members). He mentors and coaches several BCA USA Diaspora Organization, including Canada, Ireland, UK, Belgium, Germany and Bahrain. He also serves on the Board of Directors for United Way Delaware, which is the largest non-profit organization in the State of Delaware.
Board Member
Mantso Ningo Nana
Daughter of Pa Nde Ningo of Mankon & wife of Bangoua
Ma-ntso is an internationally recognized accounting and auditing professional with over 20 years of experience supporting government agencies, public and private companies on three continents. She grew up in Cameroon, studied in South Africa, and has lived in Europe and North America. She currently resides in Texas with her two boys and husband. Ma-ntso is a lifelong learner with a long list of skills and subjects she constantly updates. She is passionate about education.
In the pursuit of happiness, effective communication is vital to understand our counterpart’s point of view. What makes them who they are, what motivates them, and what do they want – in short, their history. We are the way we are because of where we come from, how we were raised, where we went to school, etc. Our history explains why we are where we are right now. Logically, it behooves us to understand the history of our forefathers. History is important. History is foundational. The history of other continents and cultures are widely taught. However, African history is not so prevalent, not even in Africa. Our imperative is to contribute to the exposition of African history and culture in defense of the African perspective.
Board Member
Ndam Ernest Nwachan (LL.M)
Son of Nwachan Joel Ndam of Batibo
Ernest Nwachan is a proud LCCPS parent. He currently serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees and Member of the Board’s Finance Committee. Ernest was called to the Cameroon Bar in 2003 and has remained active till date. He is a current member of the External Relations Commission of the Cameroon Bar Association. Ernest is equally the current President of Cameroonians of Lowell Association (CAMOLA) in Massachusetts. Ernest has served as part of the United Nations Technical Advisory Team in post conflict Sierra Leone with UNIOSIL/UNDP, in Afghanistan with the UNDP ELECT project and Sudan with the United Nations Integrated Mission Training Center (IMTC).
Ernest holds a master’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. In 2015, he graduated from Northeastern University School of Law with a master’s degree (LL.M) where he was commencement speaker of his class. Ernest is currently pursuing a Doctorate degree in Law and Policy (DLP) at Northeastern University. Ernest is a certified mediator and has held several leadership roles. Ernest is passionate about his family, access to justice and human rights causes. He is a mentor, public speaker, and a leader within the African Community.
Board Member
Maanoh Ndo Akono (MBA)
Daughter of Nde Nkemghe EMT Awa of Pinyin &
Wife of Mintyaeminyoumin, Bulu, Yekombo
What makes a person African? It cannot be their eating of African food or their wearing of African dressing. Knowing your culture is imperative to distinguishing the African’s product offering on a global stage. It is key to reversing the effects of colonization and slavery. It is key to unlocking African ingenuity and presenting African distinctiveness.
Maanoh holds a Degree in Law from the University of Buea and a master’s in business administration from Liberty University, in Lynchburg, VA. She graduated ‘Summa Cum Laude’ from Liberty’s School of Business and is currently pursuing a PhD in Leadership. Maanoh is a Certified Scrum Master and has over 17 years of experience working in financial and government service.
Board Member
Dr. Manuel Ndo
Fils de Papa Akono Ndo Emmanuel de Yekombo, de Mintyaeminyoumin
Je suis Manuel Ndo Akono, né dans une famille multiculturelle du Cameroun. Le “pulaaku” des peuls du Nord Cameroun et la légende de “Nanga Kôn” des peulples Beti du Sud ne me sont pas inconnus. Médecin depuis deux decennies mû par la volonté de servir l’Humain chaque contact avec l’autre est une ouverture sur un monde different. La culture comme vecteur d’identité fonde mon adhésion a tout qui promeut l’Afrique et ses valeurs.
Board Member
Jean Marie Nganku
Son of …
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COUNTRY REPRESENTative (NIGERIA)
Shuri Adeline Clinton-Agbor (MA, PhD Candidate)
Daughter of Lt. Achu John Ngwa of Baforchu Wife of Bayangi
Shuri Adeline Clinton-Agbor is a certified counselor, therapist, and writer. She works as a Producer at The Christian Broadcasting Network in Abuja, Nigeria. Adeline has a Certificate in Neuro Linguistics Programming and holds a Diploma in Mental Health. She has a BA and an MA in English Language and is currently a PhD candidate in Communication at the Atlantic International University, Nigeria.
The incomparable natural beauty of Africa, as well as its welcome diversity in food, culture, and geography, should be nurtured and passed on to posterity.
Country Representative – (Cameroon)
Nchintoh-Kom Chiatoh Collins Songbi (MSC, PhD Candidate)
Son of Pa Chiatoh David of Kom Kingdom
Chiatoh Collins Songbi is a Senior Member of the Kom Kwifoyn, which is its Secret & Sacred regulatory Society. He is also a senior member of the Kom Royal Court and PhD candidate at the Bamenda University in Cameroon. His areas of interest include Decentralization, cultural identity, Public Relations, and Crisis Communication.
He is a project management professional with over 20 years of experience. He is a Scholar and activist specialized in Communication, decentralization, and cultural Identity.
Culture is the foundational lense through which people see the world, and therefore a major source of core values and identity. Africans deserve to know their culture, to be able to distinguish themselves within a global marketplace.
COUNTRY REPRESENTative (France)
Yvonne Happi Deukou
Fille de Papa Akono Ndo Emmanuel de Yekombo, de Mintyaeminyoumin Epouse de Bafang de Bana
Maman de 4 enfants. Je suis infirmière et je vis en France depuis une vingtaine d’années.
La double culture camerounaise et française est une richesse à cultiver et à préserver pour permettre à nos enfants ainsi qu aux générations futures de s imprégner de nos us et coutumes tout en transmettant des valeurs.
COUNTRY REPRESENTative (Nigeria)
Shuri Adeline Clinton-Agbor
COUNTRY REPRESENTative (cameroon)
Nchintoh-Kom Chiatoh Collins Songbi
COUNTRY REPRESENTative (France)
Yvonne Happi Deukou
Director of Operations
Dr. Manuel Ndo Akono
Executive Director
Maanoh Ndo Akono
Social and Cultural Affairs Coordinator
Mafor Patricia Kouamo Akam of Kai.
Daughter of Chief MF Akam of Kai Fondom in Meta Wife of Bangou
Mafor is a retired social worker who has served as a grass root worker in all ten Regions of Cameroon. She was part of the pioneer team that introduced the cultivation and transformation of suya beans to the Cameroonian community. She was part of a peace-making force commissioned to Rwanda following the genocide, to encourage the women to take their place as mothers of the nation in promoting the restoration of peace. She has been engaged in educational, cultural and social exchange programs in various nations like Zimbabwe, the Philippines, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Egypt, Rwanda. She served as the provincial delegate of the Circle International de la Promotion de Creation (CRPCRE) which empowered communities through education on strategies and providing tools for the preservation of nature and gender empowerment. She is the Owner and CEO of Providence Home Care Inc. Atlanta, GA.
Mafor is a member of Cameroon Kai Diaspora, Nghemba title holders of Georgia, the Northwest Women’s Association of Georgia (CAMWAGA) and Former Treasurer of Association de Bamileke D’Atlanta (ABA), now called Circle D’amie Bamileke D’Atlanta (CABA).
Mafor holds a diploma in community development, organization, and management from the Pan African Institute for Development West Africa (PEDWA) in Buea, and a bachelor’s in marketing and statistics from the University of Dchang, Cameroon
Education and Travel Coordinator
Prince Amechi Uti (PhD)
Son of VN Uti the Odion of Elu Kingdom
Prince, Charles Amechi Uti, Ph.D. is a researcher in African studies and leadership management. He has 15+ years of experience working in communications and management. He currently serves as the Registrar of the African International Leadership Institute, and as the Secretary General of the International Association of African Authors and Scholars-Professional Development Institute (IAAAS-PDI). Dr. Uti is on the board of the Southeast Queens Chamber of Commerce, New York. He is the President/Owner of Utica Security Services Inc., and Utica Security Training LLC both in Queens, New York. Dr. Uti is an Adjunct Professor at the University of the People, California.
Dr. Uti is a doctoral graduate in Management from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. He holds a first-class honor Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Science degree, both in Mass Communication and Media Technology from Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria, as well as a master’s in business administration (MBA) from Alliance University, New York.
Millions of Africans have been dispersed from the motherland, creating large overseas communities with people of African origin. This has created a crisis of identity amongst young Africans in diaspora seeking to know their roots. There is a dire need to bridge the gap to ensure that the younger generation understand, appreciate, and can uphold their cultural heritage.
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