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Blanco man starts organization that founds schools in war-torn African nation
Mike Arnold, center, co-founder of Africa Arise, toured Nigeria last year to speak with church and school leaders. Arnold, of Blanco, said he’s been to Nigeria 11 times, including this visit to Camp Abuja last year. (Contributed photo)
One Blanco man, a lifelong Christian, saw a chance to make a difference in the world by starting a nonprofit organization that founds schools in a war-torn African nation. Faith is fierce in Nigeria, which is why Mike Arnold, co-founder of Africa Arise, has been drawn like a magnet to its people. “The people are incredible; it’s an amazing place” Arnold said. He’s traveled to Nigeria 11 times so far. “The first thing you see at the airport is a sign that reads: ‘Welcome to ...
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