Hello, my name is Chukwuemeka “Chuck” Nwaopara and I been to Nigeria 4 times. Every time I went to Nigeria, I went with my family but, this last Christmas I went with Think Africa. Going to Nigeria with ThinkAfrica was not only fun, but informational. I have never met so many inspiring CEOs, principals of big companies, and professional figures that live in Nigeria. I have learned so much about my father’s land this past Christmas. I have also never been to a Nigerian resort, ThinkAfrica has helped me paint a different picture of Nigeria. This not only changed my view of Nigeria, it changed my friends’ view as they view...

I learned about ThinkAfrica about a month before the trip to Nigeria was expected to take place. I actually had just gotten back from traveling to Nigeria for a family wedding and was having the urge to return. So, when I found out about this trip I was not only delighted but also a bit hesitant. I wasn’t sure if this was possible given the time crunch and financial expense—but I look a leap of faith anyway and began to fill out the interest form. And, I am glad I did. The experience was remarkable and so well worth it!

A few days later I got a call from a ThinkAfrica executive member who answered all my questions and ad...

Tells us about your experience during the Pageant.

The Miss Nigeria USA Pageant was an interesting and unforgettable experience. I spent a week in New York in a house with 16 other women with different personalities, goals, backgrounds and only two bathrooms you would think that would be a recipe for disaster but one thing we all had in common is our love our country. From making new friends, to having the opportunity to hear the plans and dreams and the hope our generation has in Nigeria was refreshing and I truly appreciate the experience, crown or now crown.  It also brought to light for me some down falls our country...