AD & ML King Two Brothers Who Dared To Dream - Babs Onabanjo; Naomi Ruth Barber King
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After nearly half a century; after their deaths, the lifelong saga of the relationship between MLK and his cherished brother AD king comes to light. They were sons, they were brothers. They were husbands. They were fathers. They were leaders. They played together, they preached together, they marched together, they dreamed together. They cried together, they prayed together. And they rejoiced together. Deep from the heartfelt memories of Mrs. Naomi Ruth Barber King comes a love a love story. This is a love story of a modern-day Boaz and Ruth. It is a love story of brothers who lived and died…mehr

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After nearly half a century; after their deaths, the lifelong saga of the relationship between MLK and his cherished brother AD king comes to light. They were sons, they were brothers. They were husbands. They were fathers. They were leaders. They played together, they preached together, they marched together, they dreamed together. They cried together, they prayed together. And they rejoiced together. Deep from the heartfelt memories of Mrs. Naomi Ruth Barber King comes a love a love story. This is a love story of a modern-day Boaz and Ruth. It is a love story of brothers who lived and died for a dream. It is a legacy love story. It is a love for family and community. It is a love story of a God who so loved the world that He gave His Only Begotten Son; a love that two brothers lived and died for; still daring to believe. This amazing story brought into prominence the true essence of the two brothers daring to change the world for the better in their little way, at the expense of their mortality and comfort of life, believing that the arc of the universe bends towards justice and that God has the last word. The King brothers were indeed pivotal figures in the Civil Rights Movement, advocating for racial equality and social justice through nonviolent means. Their courage and conviction in the face of adversity continue to inspire generations, highlighting the power of activism with nonviolent principles and the pursuit of a more just society.
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Dr. Babatunde (Babs) Olusegun Onabanjo - is a Professor of Computer Science at Atlanta Metropolitan State College, Atlanta, Georgia. He has served various positions with the institution since 1982. With over four decades of expertise, Dr. Onabanjo has been shaping future technologists and entrepreneurs as a professor at Atlanta Metropolitan State College.During his tenure he has held various leadership roles including chairing the school of Business and Information Technology (2008- 2012) and President of the Faculty Senate (2017 - 2024). He has also served as an assistant professor and director of Computer Science from 1983-1984 at Morris Brown College. Dr. Onabanjo served at Alabama State University as an Instructor of Management and Information Systems from 1979-1981. Dr. Onabanjo obtained his bachelor's and master's degrees from Alabama State University in Montgomery, Alabama. He received an MBA with concentration in information systems from Auburn University, Montgomery, Alabama (1979), M.Sc. in Computer Science and a PhD degree from Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia. Licensed insurance professional, Regional Vice President, Prime America 1988 - 2001. Executive Director: Westfield Insurance Brokers Limited, Nigeria, 2011-15. He is currently the President and CEO of A. D. King Foundation, Inc. A non- profit organization committed to promoting youth/women empowerment and non-violent social change strategies as a way of life worldwide. The goal is to build a beloved community with "Social Justice and Entrepreneurship" as the center core. Dr. Onabanjo produced a documentary entitled "Rev. A D Williams King: Behold the Dream: Brother to the Dreamer". The compelling story of the historic life and legacy of Rev. A. D. Williams King, brother to the civil rights legend and icon, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He recently co-produced a new compelling documentary of Dr. Naomi Ruth Barber King entitled "From Tragedy To Peace". He has successfully hosted the A. D. King Youth Empowerment Gala and Awards, the Annual Civil Rights Trail Tour from Birmingham, Montgomery and Selma, Back to School Programs, Entrepreneurship and Emerging Leaders Boot Camp conferences, including Non-violent training workshops and many more for the past 15 years. www.adkingfoundation.org Dr. Onabanjo served on many organization boards including Atlanta Cares, Campaign for Democracy and Nigerian Alliance for Democracy. Dr. Onabanjo served as the President of Nigerian Alliance for Democracy from 1993-2000, a member of NADECO and NALICON chaired by Prof. Wole Soyinka. Founder - Egbe Omo Yoruba, Atlanta, Georgia. He has received numerous awards including Presidential Lifetime Achievement, White Rose, and successfully hosted practical Entrepreneurship training for more than 90 Nigerian Vice-Chancellors and Directors of Entrepreneurship in partnership with Kennesaw State University and industry partners. He has successfully hosted many conferences on good governance and best legislative practices. Dr. Onabanjo takes pride in the lasting impact of his work, especially seeing former students contribute positively to their communities. Looking ahead, he aims to expand his influence globally, reaching youth across continents, and solidifying his legacy as a transformative agent of change.Dr. Onabanjo is married to Sikangezile Pauline Zulu Onabanjo with two beautiful children, Dr. Ibidapo Onabanjo and Dr. Babafemi S. Onabanjo and three grandchildren Zachariah, Ezekiel and Ezra.