June 14 Igbo Day in U.S declares by North Carolina governor
1. Declaration Details Governor Josh Stein officially proclaimed June 14, 2025 , as "Igbo Day" in North Carolina through a signed state proclamation. The announcement was made public in June 2025, with the proclamation dated May 21, 2025 . 🎯 2. Reason for Recognition The proclamation honors the Igbo community (an ethnic group from southeastern Nigeria) for their **cultural heritage, economic contributions, and civic engagement** in North Carolina. Key points highlighted include: - 50+ years of residency: Thousands of Igbo people have lived in the state for over five decades . - Professional excellence: Igbos excel in fields like medicine (doctors, nurses), law , education , IT , entrepreneurship , and arts . - Community service: They volunteer in schools, support women's shelters/food pantries, adopt highways for cleanups, and participate in cultural festivals . 📅 3. Role of the Igbo Day Festiva...