Akwa Ibom State Association of Nigeria, USA Inc., Michigan Chapter, is a non-profit cultural and educational organization.
Incorporated by indigenes of Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria for all Akwa Ibomites, our mission is to foster unity of Akwa Ibom Indigenes, support and promote various charitable causes, educate our youths and host community on the Akwa Ibom cultural heritage.
The Michigan Chapter maintains membership and affiliation with the National Akwa Ibom State Association of Nigeria, USA, Inc., based in Washington DC, and serving as the umbrella organization to unit all indigenes of Akwa Ibom State in USA.
The association is organized on a membership basis and financed under the general plan of charitable and free will donations. Through your generosity and volunteerism, we are able to fulfill our goal of serving the needs of Akwa Ibomites, here in Michigan and Nigeria.
2006 Health Awareness and Scholarship Fundraising Event
This well organized program not only provided our guest with quality cultural entertainment, but also provided with insight on ways to prevent illness and tips on healthier living. We also raised funds to award scholarships to qualified applicants.
2005 Patron’s Night / Scholarship Fundraising Event
We celebrated our first anniversary by appointing six community recognized / highly accomplished individuals as “Patrons of Akwa Ibom State Association of Michigan.” After the event, A.I.A.M. awarded scholarships to seven students totaling $4,000.
2004 Inaugural Launch
We successfully launched our State registered 501 (C) Chapter in June 2004, with the theme of “A Medical Mission” to Akwa Ibom State. After the launch, the chapter provided Dr. Anthony Udo-Inyang with a check for $3000.00 towards a future medical mission to Akwa Ibom.
Cultural Dance Group
Our Dance Group has performed at numerous Nigerian functions in Michigan and Ohio. This has allowed our dance group to display their dance skills while bringing greater exposure to our organization.
School Committee
This committee has added tremendous value to our Chapter. As witnessed by the National President, three students born in the US, competed by reading words written in vernacular and translating their meaning in English. The School Committee is responsible for language classes, which are typically held an hour before the general meeting and involves a complete curriculum with homework, activities and assignments.