Thursday, September 1, 2011

ACCESS BANK CHIEF, AIGBOJE AIG-IMOKHUEDE RINGS THE BELL ON INTERCONTINENTAL BANK WITH 50 BILLION NAIRA

 Aigboje Aig- Imokhuede the group managing director of Access Bank Nigeria Plc is ecstatic about buying Intercontinental Bank off the shelf! Today in Lagos, the latest news reaching gistmaster indicates that Access Bank is coughing out 50 billion Naira to acquire 75 per cent of Intercontinental bank.
 Aig-Imokhuede confirmed today in Lagos that Access bank has concluded all it needed to do to take over Intercontinental Bank. According to him, the merger would have a strong network of about 500 branches when it finally take off. Shareholders of both banks are also expected to vote at the end of September 2011 on the merger.
It would be recalled that Intercontinental Bank, formerly managed by Mr. Erastus Akingbola was ' diagnosed'  of having serious toxic debt problem, amongst other several issues detected by the malam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi led Central Bank of Nigeria.
-By Niyi Tabiti
 

ALICIA KEYS MEETS AFRICAN YOUTH IN MTV BASE MEETS WITH MTN


Award-winning musician, writer, producer, humanitarian and activist Alicia Keys is the final interviewee to be questioned by African youth in the current series of MTV Base Meets…with MTN
The R & B legend met up with 6 young Africans and MTV Base VJ Sizwe Dhlomo in New York City in August 2011 for a far-reaching discussion that touched on female empowerment, HIV and AIDS, motherhood, family, music,  the importance of education and Keys' difficult early life growing up among prostitution and drug abuse.
Among the panellists who lined up to meet with Alicia Keys were Zambian entrepreneur Alton Ford who won a once-in-a-lifetime trip to meet his heroine in New York City after participating in a pan-African MTV Base Meets…With MTN contest.  Other panellists featuring in the episode include South African dancer Yoliswa Cele Luthuli, Zimbabwean model and blogger Makho Ndlovu, Rwandan singer-songwriter Iyadede and South African stylist Gugulethu Banda.
Inspirational musician Alicia Keys has sold more than 35 million albums, notching up two number one singles and 4 US number one albums.  In her stellar 10-year career, she has won a plethora of awards including 14 Grammy Awards, 4 MTV Video Music Awards and Best R&B artist at the inaugural MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) in 2008.
Beyond the world of music, Keys is a tireless AIDS activist and philanthropist. In 2003, Alicia Keys co-founded Keep A Child Alive (KCA), a people's movement that provides life-saving AIDS treatment, orphan care, nutrition and surrounding support to children and families affected by AIDS in Africa and India. Since its inception, KCA has served 250,000 people affected by AIDS and continues to provide much needed relief and treatment.
Over the last 8 weeks, the groundbreaking TV series and youth empowerment initiative has been bringing African youth face to face with the continent's elite, facilitating meaningful dialogue between potential African leaders of the future and President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, President Paul Kagame, Julius Malema, Ben-Murray Bruce, Aliko Dangote, Hugh Masekela and Sir Richard Branson. 
MTV Base Meets Alicia Keys with MTN will will be shown on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) on Monday 5 September @ 20:30 CAT,  Wednesday 7 September @ 22:15 CAT, Thursday 8 September @ 18:30, Sunday 11 September @ 15:00 and Monday 12 September @ 16:00 CAT.  The programme will also air on terrestrial channels STV (Nigeria), Muvi TV (Zambia), Clouds TV (Tanzania), WBS (Uganda), Canal 2 (Cameroon), TV3 (Ghana) and NTV (Kenya). 
 For more information on MTV Base Meets…with MTN, go to www.mtvmeets.com or http://mtvmeets.mobi or follow the campaign on Twitter at #MTVMeets@MTVbaseAfrica.

FASHION FINEST LONDON FASHION WEEK-THE SEPTEMBER 2011 EDITION SCHEDULE

Fashion Finest London Fashion Week off schedule show will be taking place on the
17th &and 18th September at two beautiful venues in London.
Following on from Fashions Finest inaugural London Fashion Week shows in
February 2011 and immediately being recognized as an official off schedule show,
Fashions Finest London Fashion Week shows are back for season 2 this September
for 2 days of shows.
With over 15 years of fashion show production experience, the Fashions Finest
London Fashion Week shows are one of the most popular and sort after off schedule
shows for designers to participate in during London Fashion Week. Not only are the
Fashions Finest shows renowned for discovering new talent and giving opportunities
to those that would not normally be able to afford to participate at London Fashion
Week. The shows attract press, buyers and fashionistas from around the world who
want to see the new trends that are being developed by the designers that Fashions
Finest feature.
Fashions Finest shows are aimed at brand new or emerging designers as well as
established designers that want to use these shows as a platform to either launch
themselves or a brand new collection that they have.
Day One: 17 September
Shows on this day are aimed at new and emerging and international designers that
have been established for more than nine months and have already done at least
one fashion show. The designers will be an eclectic mix of new & emerging UK
based designers, alongside international designers from across the world.
Day Two: 18 September
An evening of shows particularly aimed at new UK based designers that have been
in existence for less than 9 months and generally have never featured in a major
fashion show before.
Fashions Finest feel it is important that new designers are given an affordable
opportunity to be a part of the London Fashion Week experience and Fashions
Finest is one of the few companies that give fashion designers this opportunity.
Show Schedule Saturday 17 September
6PM Show - REGISTER FOR TICKETS
· Marie MacSharry (UK)
· Jose Hendo (UK)
· Mzansi Designers Emporium (South Africa)
· Richelle Dynae with Audra E (UK/USA)
· KIKI Clothing (Ghana)
9PM Show - REGISTER FOR TICKETS
· Afrikanus (Angola)
· Smart Designers (Zambia)
· Ahdookeh (Nigeria)
· TEECEE Shoe N Clothing (Nigeria)
Show Schedule Sunday 18 September
8.00 pm Show - REGISTER FOR TICKETS
· MAALI (Nigeria)
· Turita Fogg (UK)
· Jo Black Craze London (UK)
· Jan Knibbs (UK)
· Serene Debelle (UK)
· Cherish Kofaro (UK)
· BAI IMAGinE (UK)
Notes to editors
FF is produced and choreographed by Mahogany Events.
Tickets: can be obtained by registering at
· https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e4gi28g6
444bee06&oseq= 6PM Show – 17th September
· https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e4gi28v0
ba0d5a39&oseq= 9PM Show – 17th September
· http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=jbgyyrdab&oeidk=a07
e3v1cin6fbe72239 8PM Show – 18th September
To request a press pass please complete our press accreditation form and return it
to us asap.
For other press enquiries, photography or if you would be interested in participating
or for further information please contact: press@fashionsfinest.com Tel: 0845 388
7249 / 07525 148 327.
Note:Model photo used on this page is at the discretion of the blogger. Model pic- Bunmi Ademokoya

Mercedes benz & Anita Quansah London for Elite model look Nigeria 2011-The Countdown Begins

THE CONTESTANTS Chinwe Princess Ejere,Ruky Imalele ,Funmilayo Adeoye


Oiza Olayebi, Chidera Loveth Okoro, Udoma Owia


Rebecca Areola, Rita Ojo, Ruky Imalele


Ruth Okereafor, Sharon Egwurube


Ubi Mavefe, Saratu Iliyasu


THE JUDGES 

Helen Jennings- Editor of ARISE, a large format global glossy magazine celebratingAfrican fashion, music, culture and society.
Bola Balogun- Nigeria’s pioneer fashion stylize and image consultant. In2009 she launched Glam Networks a full service television production companyfocused on developing original content shows on fashion, beauty and lifestyle.
Omoyemi Akerele- Proudlawyer turned fashion entrepreneur. Omoyemi Akerele the MD of Style house filesorganizer of MTN Lagos International Fashion and Design week 2011.
Seiji Govaers- Elite Model Management representative
Millen- Tanzanian born fashionSupermodel. Ford model agency, New York
The Designers
Eki Orleans 
Republic of Foreigner
 Swimwear by Melissa Odabash (Temple Muse)
Vintage with Virgos Lounge
Bridget Awosika
Jewellery by Kristos & Anita Quansah London

The Sponsors 
 Mercedes Benz
The Avenue Suites
Moet & Chandon
Arise Magazine
Montaigne Place
Black Up
Cool FM
Reze Bonna Photography
Perfect Coordinators
Blush Beauty
BellaNaija
......and many more.
Ticket Sales
PLATINUM VIP TICKETS: N50,000
  • Front row seating
  • Black Carpet Photoshoot
  • Pre Show dinner
  • Photos with models and designers
  • Backstage tour
  • Complimentary Champagne
  • Vip passes for After party
  • Goodie Bags
VIP TICKETS: N25,000
  • 2nd Row Seating.
  • Complimentary Champagne
  • Goodie bags
General TICKETS: N10,000
  • General seating during the show
Ticket Hotline: 08033278752
Email: info@elitemodellooknigeria.com
Tickets Outlet: Blush, 1388 Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos
 

Michelle Obama Looking Stunning on cover of Essence Magazine

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Michelle Obama looks pretty in hot lush pink as she poses for the cover of the October issue of Essence magazine .

Our beloved and ever-stylish First Lady Michelle Obama smiles bright andposes pretty on the October issue of Essence magazine.
In the interview, she confesses to readers it was hard work transitioningfrom Chicago to the White House, saying:
“My story to young people around this country and around the world is,Don’t look at me as the First Lady first; look at me as Michelle Obama, a girlwho grew up on the South Side of Chicago. Because I was there, and this isattainable. There is no magic to this. It is hard work….”
She also talks about being a role model and using her life experiences toinspire young women.. She is all glam , feminine and radiant in a gorgeouspink floral dress.
  

WATCH OUT FOR MANIA ISSUE 3



Just when we thought we had seen it all , MANIA is at it once again . This time with The Sexy , Sultry , broadcaster and entrepreneur - Funmi Iyanda- gracing their cover. Here she is seen striking a pose in a hot turquoise blue Bridget Awosika number .

"The Investment issue of StyleMania Magazine covers FunmiIyanda, the ace broadcaster and entrepreneur. An in-depth interview reveals hersuccess, fears and future plans.  This issue serves as a guide to lookingfashionable in the midst of these challenging times and offers alternativeswith affordable options.
The Investment Issue also includes personalities such as Asa, Seun Kuti, andEmmy Collins who are pushing the boundaries in their respective fields.
StyleMania Magazine would be holding an exclusive party to celebrate FunmiIyanda at the Radisson Blu on the 25th of September 2011. For further enquirescall 07058109821 or write to editor@maniamag.org

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Reel Life Film Club presents Monsoon Wedding


Monsoon Wedding is a 2001 film directed by Mira Nair and written bySabrina Dhawan, which depicts romantic entanglements during a traditionalPunjabi wedding in Delhi.
Writer SabrinaDhawan wrote the first draft of the screenplay in a week while she was atColumbia University's MFA film program.
Monsoon Wedding is the 2nd film by acclaimed director Mira Nair that ReelLife shall be sharing at The Life House so do come along and delve further intohis directorial work and style. (The first Mira Nair film at ReelLife was NAME SAKE)
MonsoonWedding won the GoldenLion award at the Venice Film Festival. Mira Nairwas the second Indian to receive this honour.
Thefilm also won the following awards:
·BritishIndependent Film Award for Best Foreign Language Film
·CanberraInternational Film Festival - Audience Award (Mira Nair)
· IndependentSpirit Awards - Producers Award (Caroline Baron)
·Venice FilmFestival - Laterna Magica Prize (Mira Nair)

Duration:114 minutes
Director:Mira Nair

About Reel Life 
Reel Life at The Life House screens world, classic andalternative films every Thursday at The Life House.

The Life House is located at 33 Sinari Daranijo Street, off Younis Bashorun,off Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, LAGOS.

Films are free!!!

We ask that guests arrive on time to settle in to their seats and remember thatall guests of Reel Life film nights get 10% discounts on food and drink atAbule Cafe

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU.

Reel Life Team

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