Done by:
Nyango Agnes Mbwaye
Director of Communication, Fako America
Before the music begins, before the delegates gather, and before new leaders are chosen, there is a story worth telling—a story of a people bound together not only by ancestry, but by a shared commitment to unity, culture, and service.
That story will continue to unfold at the 32nd Annual Fako America Convention in Columbus, Ohio, where sons, daughters, and friends of Fako from across the United States will once again come together to celebrate their heritage and strengthen the bonds that have kept the association thriving for more than three decades.
Leading the call for massive participation is the President of Fako America, Sango Julius Nammeh, who is encouraging all Fako people and friends of the association to make the journey to Ohio and be part of what promises to be a memorable gathering.
This year’s host chapter, Eyole Columbus, may be one of the youngest chapters within Fako America, but under the dynamic leadership of Iya Bridget Mbella, members have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that every visitor experiences the warmth, hospitality, and spirit that define the Fako family.
The convention promises four days filled with purpose and celebration. Activities will begin with a welcome party on Thursday, followed by community service and a colorful cultural night on Friday. Saturday will feature the main celebration and elections, before members gather for a grand fundraising gala. The weekend will conclude with a church service and a farewell barbecue on Sunday.
Beyond the festivities, this year’s convention carries added significance as delegates prepare to elect a new leadership team. Two respected members have emerged as potential candidates for the presidency: Sango David Ikomi Ngeve of the North Carolina Chapter and Iya Efeti Effange of the FECA DC Chapter. While the election may bring different visions and ideas, members are being reminded that the true strength of Fako America lies not in competition, but in unity.
Indeed, the history of Fako America has shown that administrations may change, but the mission remains the same—to preserve culture, support members and families, and promote peace and solidarity among Fako people across the diaspora.
As delegates prepare their journeys to Columbus, there is a growing sense of anticipation and excitement. Old friends will reunite, new memories will be created, and another chapter will be written in the remarkable story of an association built on sacrifice, service, and love.
In a world often divided by differences, the upcoming convention serves as a powerful reminder that when people come together with one purpose and one heart, they can build something that lasts for generations.
And so, as Ohio prepares to welcome the Fako family, one message echoes across every chapter and every home:
Together in unity, together in peace, together in love—Fako America continues to move forward.
