Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili - On Diaspora.wmv

This video is a short caption from the key note speaker; Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, at the opening of the 2010 Columbia University African Economic Forum. Here she talks about the significance of the African Diaspora in transforming the continent. She shared her observation of African's overt affinity for European football clubs' jerseys and the economic implication this has on the sales of local African clubs apparel. Her witty expression spurred the audience into an uproar of laughter while giving cause for all to reflect on the long way many African leagues have to go in growing this sports into a viable vehicle for economic growth.

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• Dr. Obiabeli Ezekwesili
• 2010 African Economic Forum
• Rebecca Engle
• Tope Adeyoju
• Rasan Lawrence
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