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Photos: FirstBank Hosts Food and Beverage Fair – Fiesta of Flavours

Fiesta Of Flavours; a food and beverage fair held recently in Lagos was spearheaded by First Bank Of Nigeria. It was one of the foremost Nigerian bank’s many efforts in reaffirming its commitment to the development of the wellbeing of Nigerians through its support for the development of the agricultural value chain in our nation and beyond. 


FirstBank
believes that food is an essential part of cultural heritage and the venture into
supporting and sustaining the food industry is one of the many ways the Bank is
preserving the cultural heritage of its business communities all over the
world.
The
quintessential event which was a partnership between the financial institution
and Eventful; a renowned event management company kicked off on Friday 4th December,
2015 at the Harbour Point in  Victoria Island and ended on Sunday 6th
December, 2015. 

It showcased the best in local and
international cuisine, cutting edge food technology and cooking techniques, as
well as the best beverages, wines and spirits the world has to offer.
Featured
exhibitors were leading food & beverage manufacturers, Bakery &
Confectionery, Ready-to-serve Products, Sauces and Seasonings, Snacks and
Tidbits, Canned Food, Chilled and Frozen Food, Noodles, Ice-Cream, Desserts,
Drinks and Juices, Instant Beverages, Coffee and Tea, Restaurants and Caterers,
to mention a few

One of the major highlight of the three-day event was the live demonstration
kitchen where practical tips and ideas were presented by the best chefs in the
business. Guests had a field day keeping up to date with the latest dishes, flavours
and trends as well as trying newly launched delicacies from participating exhibitors.
There were management and training
seminars, competitions, kids cooking activities and many more.

FirstBank is also furthering the
entertainment value of food, widely enjoyed by youth and families, by
sponsoring events that bring provide opportunities to enjoy food as a united
community.  

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Waje, Yaw, Dakore Akande, Femi Jacobs, others to perform at the biggest stage play in Nigeria

  
Multiple
award-winning artiste, Tim Godfrey is set to host the biggest stage play in
Nigeria. Ewuro- Violence Against Women will go down on Sunday, 15th November, 2015
at Marks Park and feature the biggest names in the entertainment industry.  Featuring Waje,
Femi Jacobs, Joseph Benjamin, Yaw, Nedu, Lepacious Bose, Chinonso Young, Gloria
Youngand a host of others. The event which will hold at the Shell
Hall, Muson Centre will
set the stage for a fusion of dance, drama and high
energy music.  
Directed by Joseph
Ofili “Ewuro” is a movement that will be addressing the social
issue of VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN. Speaking about the project, Tim Godfrey, the
President of Republic of Xtreme and Executive Producer of Ewuro said, “Having witnessed violence against my mother
under the guise of culture and tradition when my dad passed on, the occurrence
and recurrence of this ill has become endemic and what is even more troubling
is the extent to which people go to cover it up, both the victims and the
aggressors. We are therefore inspired to creatively address it and re-awaken our
emotions to the true nature of the female experience in Nigeria in the hope
that we will begin to engage in fruitful conversations about this issue and
ultimately, change will begin.”
This story is delivered through
intriguing hybrid of drama, music and dance. Then it follows the trajectory of
each character’s peculiar emotional dilemma, leading to a thought provoking
resolution, before climaxing in a high-energy musical performance.
Ewuro is proudly supported
by SwiftThink LTD, Leah Foundation, Cool FM, Beat FM, Kingdom Africa, Ebony
Life TV, Freedom Foundation and Elevation Church, and it promises to be an
event you will remember in November, 2015 for a very long time.
The first show will be at 1pm and
the 2nd Show at 5pm (Red Carpet). Tickets are available online at www.ariiyatickets.com,
Bruno’s place Ikeja City Mall and all Sweet Sensation Outlets.
For more information on Ewuro,
visit www.ewuro.org,
Twitter:   @ewuroNG

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I Did It Because I Didn’t Have A Choice

They say the secret of men, or in this
case a woman, is in their stories. Read Chinwe’s story and see if you can
share yours too…
I had thought that being a graduate
would mean all my worries were over, but to my surprise it was as though jobs
were running from me. Just when I was about to give up, an old friend
recommended me for a job; to replace her colleague who was going on leave. I
was hungry to make it, and determined to prove to people that I could be
something after all. My employers saw it in me – the career drive that can
send an innocent lady to do anything possible – and that’s how I felt.  
Now it dawns on me that although I had
risen in my career, I feel like I’ve fallen so low. 
I didn’t have a choice- it was either
that… or nothing. “You have to go the
extra mile to get more out of life”, my boss used to tell me. Other times he
would say “sacrifices are part of business… prove to me you are worthy of this
promotion; that you can do anything, no matter what it takes, to get what you
want.”
He never cared about the repercussions
as he saw us as tools that can be sent out and used all because of an extra
client in his pocket. I simply couldn’t see it, as I was blinded by pressure
and the desire to prove myself.  Sometimes I would return home with tears
in my eyes, unable to let people know what I went through to get to where I
was. That’s how my life has been. I had to grow, I had to be relevant, I had to
do it because I didn’t have a choice.”
That’s all she said before she was
overcome with tears- you wouldn’t need a soothsayer to tell you sexual
harassment is more prevalent than you can possibly imagine. Chinwe’s story echoes
the experiences of several others who are taken advantage of at work just
because they are women and are desperate.
This why the SBA Group is organising a
conference titled Sexual Harassment in Sales; seeking to answer the question –
“Is the Nigerian Business Environments Conducive for Nigerian Female
Professionals? 
With renowned Keynote Speaker Foluke
Daramola, who is a top filmmaker and activist and founder of ‘Passion Against
Rape in Africa’ (PARA), a PAN World Global rape foundation aimed at fighting
rape in Africa and Panellists carefully selected from the professional and
business sectors, the conference would be one of its kind.
The conference is planned as a forum for
discussions with professional women, providing them a platform to interact and
share their experiences and survival tactics in a very demanding world. Another
objective is to provide support for vulnerable female professionals. It would
be an excellent networking opportunity for all delegates. 
Participation fee is NGN10,000 (Ten Thousand
Naira). 
If you’re ready to join the cause, let’s
hear your story and contribution… Don’t underestimate what it can do!
Venue:
Four Points Sheraton Hotel, Victoria
Island Lagos
Date: 20th of November, 2015
For more info please Contact:
Segun Akande: 07036695005
Joseph Edgar 08051000195
Twitter: @Shconference
Facebook: Sexual Harassment Conference
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RMD, Tiwa Savage, DJ Jimmy Jatt, others grace 2face's book launch.

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Legendary Nigerian musician, 2face
Innocent Idibia today, October 20, 2015 launched his biography titled  ‘A Very Good Bad Boy’. The event which was
held at Terra kulture, Victoria Island Lagos was attended by top-flight
personalities in the entertainment industry like Ali Baba, Richard Mofe-Damijo,
Tiwa Savage, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Segun Arinze, Tunde and Wunmi Obe, Sound Sultan, Teju Baby Face to
mention a few. Written and edited by Adekunle Ayeni, Publisher, Nigerian
Entertainment Today (NET), the 460-page book centres on his struggle and
success. 

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A very good bad guy

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Photos: Chidinma, Oge Okoye, others walk against breast cancer.

 Singer, Chidinma Ekile “Ms. Kedike” and Nollywood actress,
Oge Okoye led the Pink October Walk, Race & against Cancer with over 200
people and two breast cancer survivors, Khadijat Banwo and Gloria Orji; on
Saturday 3rd October, 2015, at Alade Market, Allen Avenue,
Ikeja, Lagos. It was a 1km walk, 1km race and 7km cycling with @RoadRunners
club to create awareness and provide free breast and cervical cancer screenings
to women at Alade Market.

 “I am honored to lend my voice to the fight against this disease that
has been ravaging women at their prime, it is a worthy cause and I am excited
that my foundation- NMA Foundation partnered with Project PINK BLUE to make
this happen. I am most happy that we had this event in a market to reach-out
low income earners. I encourage every women to always do breast self-exam”
said Chidinma.
Oge Okoye affirmed that, “I am supporting this cause in honour of my
aunt, who had breast cancer and survived and also in honour of thousands of
women who lost the fight against cancer and those battling with it presently.
Being part of an initiative aimed at saving lives is quite close to my heart,
and I am excited to meet these lovely and strong breast cancer survivors”.
Runcie Chidebe, the executive director of Project PINK BLUE said
that “Seventy-nine
(79) women received free clinical breast examination and over forty-five (45)
women received free cervical cancer screening. Thanks to all our partners and I
strongly believe that we can do more with your support. The strategic vision is
to encourage all women in Nigeria to do breast self exam in this October and
every month”.
The event also featured the following: Dance Against Cancer, where
a celebrity dancer Taiwo Lawal led a dramatic healthy dance. The celebrities
signed their signatures against cancer, made pitches against cancer and also
participated in the aerobics. While, Peace Emezue and Pamela Umebuani led the
Aerobics, Dr. M.O. Nwaneri, a consultant oncologist with St. Nicholas Hospital,
Lagos made a presentation on breast cancer and Dr. Paschal of Society for
Family Health (SFH) made a presentation on Cervical Cancer. A nurse from Pink
Pearl Foundation also made a presentation on Breast Self Examination.
Project PINK BLUE is a cancer Nonprofit engaged in breast and
cervical cancer awareness, provision of free cancer screenings and support to
people battling with cancer. This year we organized the PINK OCTOBER WALK, RACE
& CYCLING AGAINST CANCER in partnership with Nma Foundation to commemorate
the International Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Project PINK BLUE has impacted over 771 women directly and indirectly. We have been
recognized with Nelson Mandela-Graca Machel Innovation Award,
Johannesburg, South Africa (http://bit.ly/1xIbmas); Global
Shapers Community Abuja I AM BOLD Award, Shape Africa 2014 (http://bit.ly/1g2rWyx);
and Semi-finalist in the Big C Competition by LiveSTRONG, USA (http://bit.ly/1sc6fwF)
and listed among Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme (TEEP 2015).
For  more information: www.projectpinkblue.org [email protected] or [email protected] Contact
Number: +2348036053866
FOLLOW @ProjectPINKBLUE  on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
Signed:
RUNCIE C.W. CHIDEBE
Director Project PINK BLUE

Project PINK BLUE
HEALTH &
PSYCHOLOGICAL TRUST CENTRE (HPTC)
t: +234 803 6053 866,
7086908385
[email protected]
www.projectpinkblue.org
t: www.twitter.com/projectpinkblue
f: www.facebook.com/projectpinkblue
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/projectpinkblue
Instagram:
@projectpinkblue 
Skype: @projectpinkblue

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Join Soni Irabor, Tunji Adebakin, others at the biggest Digital Media Conference in Lagos

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The LAGOS DIGITAL MEDAI CONFERENCE 2015 aims to be the greatest media conference ever
held in Nigeria. Attendees will rub shoulders with the biggest names and brands
in social media, soak up countless tips and new strategies and enjoy extensive
networking opportunities. This event is simply for those seeking ways to use
both online and traditional media market and to boost their businesses or
organizations
This A-class event will have in
attendance top government functionaries, Captains of Industry, top
personalities in different industries and more.
The LAGOS DIGITAL MEDIA CONFERENCE 2015 will attract a lot of CEOs, MDs  of companies, Marketing Team of companies,
decision makers, influential personalities, social media personnel, highly
ranked bloggers, business development officials, head marketing personnel,
social media trend setters, trend followers and opinion.

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Speakers:
Soni
Irabor: CEO Inspiration FM
Marek  Zmysłowski:  MD Jovago.com
Tunji
Adebakin: GM/COO at Ultima Ltd
Akin
Adelegan: CEO Advertange Media
Dayo
Adefila: CO-FOUNDER/CEO HotSauce Ltd
David
Olumuyiwa: CEO CherryBrooks
Fola
Daniels: CEO
Edible Pen                   
Daniel
Malik: CEO Tradersball.com
Date :              Friday 2nd
of  October 2015
Arrival:            9:00am- 
Departure:       5:00pm
Venue:            Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lekki Lagos.

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Admission Fee:

N50,000: Individual
N100,000 : Covers for 2 Participants and a display Stand
Register online: www.tradersball.com/ldmconference then make  payment to: 

TRADERSBALL COMPANY GTBank 0176112009

Registration
ends by Friday, 25th of Sept 2015
Showcase Your Brand At LDM Conference
Display Point 
Platinum- N300, 000
– A table for 3 at the event
-Product Display Point
– Company logo in all communication materials ( Press and online )
– Acknowledgement by anchor at open and close of
event
– Logo on red carpet brand wall
– Logo Multimedia display during event.
 -5minutes
speech at the event about product or service
 Display Point  Gold- N250, 000
A Table for 3 at the event
Product Display Point
-Logo on red carpet brand wall
Company logo in all communication materials (
Press and online) – Acknowledgement by anchor at open and close of event
– Logo Multimedia display during event.
Display
Point  Silver- N200, 000
Product Display Point
Company logo in all communication materials(
Press and online)
– Acknowledgement by anchor at open and close of
event
– Logo on red carpet brand wall
– Logo Multimedia display during event.
We would also be happy to work with your budget
and specifications as required.

LDM
Conference Team 
[email protected] 
07088537842 or 08168061449
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Fortyfied: Top entertainment industry acts in attendance as 2face Idibia celebrates 40th birthday (Photos)

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One of Africa’s finest musicians, Innocent ‘2face’ Idibia was treated to a grandoise birthday celebration yesterday September 20, 2015. Albeit the multiple award-winning singer turned 40 on September 18. The event which was attended by musicians, friends, families as well as stakeholders in the industry took place at the Eko Hotels and Suites. 2face and Annie were the cynosure of all eyes at the event, Annie dazzled in a custom embellished silver gown by designer by Jeremiah Obodo. Her makeup was done by Caroline Danjuma.

Artistes who thronged the venue of the shindig to honour the legendary act include D’banj, Don Jazzy, 2face even pleaded with these two friends to do one song together.

Others include Senator Ita Giwa, Olamide, Kenny Ogungbe, Dayo Adeneye, ID Ogungbe, Olu Maintain, Seyi Shay, Kenny St Brown, Mavin Crew, Dare Art Alade, Omawumi, Waje, Sound Sultan, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Wizkid, Tee A, Funke Akindele, MI, Waje, Basketmouth, Gbenga Adeyinka and many more.



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Get Trained This October! Attend The Digital Marketing and Online Media Training.

This October, Brandurs Concepts & SocialViralNG bring you a power-packed  training on Digital Marketing and Online Media Management.
The exciting modules are as follows:
·        
Digital Media Campaign and
Strategy
·        
Online Media Influencing
·        
Best Social Media Practice
·        
Online Media Budgeting
·        
Pricing: How much do I charge
my clients?
·        
Client Survey &
Identification
·        
Live Practical Sessions &
Engagement
·        
Premium Online Media &
Digital tools
Here are the lists of
adept Facilitators on hand to make the training an awesome experience:
·         Deji, AJIJOLA Admin, SocialViralNG, [ITIL Certified]
·         Mark, OBIGHO, Admin Brandurs Concepts
·         Olawale OLOKEDE CEO Metro Media
·         Ekaose NWADIANI (MCIM), Member, Chartered Institute of Marketing UK
Fee: 15,000 Naira per Batch [Early Bird
Registration + Free One-Off Online Media Consultation]
Payment Details: Brandurs Concepts, 0126812892, Guaranty Trust Bank
Perks: Certificate, Lunch, Networking
Opportunities, Training Manuals etc
Dates: Batch 1: October 17 & 18, Batch
2: October 24 & 25. Time: 10am. Venue: Shalom Hall, Ikeja, Beside Local
Airport. You can choose the batch of your choice.
BB PIN: 592278BF Call 08184658602 (Deji),
08050929908 (Yinka) For Enquiries
Click here to register
for Digital Marketing and Online Media Training this October. BB PIN:592278BF
Whatsapp:08184658602

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