Felabration: The Legend Is Coming!
Nigeria’s fastest growing stout brand, Legend Extra Stout will be joining millions of Nigerians to celebrate the life and times of Nigerian’s foremost musical icon, the late Fela Anikulapo Kuti at this year’s Felabration.
The annual festival which kicks off on Monday, October, 9 will run for one week and end on Sunday, October 15; which coincides with Fela’s birthday. This year’s festival is themed “The Prophecy”.
Felabration has been listed amongst the Fest300 Festivals 2017 and has grown into a huge weeklong musical event in Nigeria. The festival attracts thousands of visitors annually from all over the world to the New Africa Shrine and is an official tourist destination of The Lagos State Government.
Legend Extra Stout’s support for the festival is aimed at reinforcing the brand’s ideal and quality. The brand also hopes to connect with its existing and targeted consumers who will experience the unique bitter tasting stout in the midst of the fun and excitement that comes with the festival.
The week-long event promises to be a season of excitement and entertainment, as Legend Extra Stout will bring its realness and uniqueness to Felabration.
Speaking on the brand’s presence at Felabration and its commitment to its consumers, the Marketing Manager – Mainstream Lager and Stout Brands, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Mr. Emmanuel Agu, said, “Fela Anikulapo is not just an international Music Icon, Fela made a difference in this world with his music and he left an indelible mark across the world. He gave us an exciting brand of music that was distinctively original”
“Interestingly, Legend Extra Stout is an exciting brand which strives to reach its consumers through invigorating platforms like Felabration. For us, the festival is a season of fun and excitement and Legend Extra Stout has put everything in place to ensure fun seekers are relaxed, entertained and refreshed at Felabration.”
Since its inception, Felabration has been held every year with the exception of 1999. This year’s edition also marks the 20th anniversary of Fela’s death in 1997. Instituted by Fela’s daughter, Yeni Kuti, the festival will incorporate musical performances, an art competition, Afrobics Talent Hunt, Fela Debates, Symposium, Secondary Schools Debate and the Felabration Carnival.
Reiterating on the brand’s presence at Felabration, the Brand Manager Stout Nigerian Breweries, Oluseun Lawal stated that, “Felabration is a big contributor to Nigerian culture and entertainment. Nigerians love their music and culture and Legend Extra Stout aims to meet its consumers where their interests lie.”
Over the years Felabration has attracted many high class musical acts from all over the world like Hugh Masakela, Femi Kuti, Lucky Dube, Awilo Longomba, Baba Maal, Les Nubians, King Sunny Ade, Lagbaja, Asa and 2baba to name a few.
Every year Felabration features an exciting lineup of artistes and this year will not be an exception. To find out more about Legend’s presence at Felabration, follow Legend on Twitter, instagram, Facebook and join the conversation using the hashtag #FelabrationWithLegend.
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Felabration: The Legend Is Coming!
Nigeria’s fastest growing stout brand, Legend Extra Stout will be joining millions of Nigerians to celebrate the life and times of Nigerian’s foremost musical icon, the late Fela Anikulapo Kuti at this year’s Felabration.
The annual festival which kicks off on Monday, October, 9 will run for one week and end on Sunday, October 15; which coincides with Fela’s birthday. This year’s festival is themed “The Prophecy”.
Felabration has been listed amongst the Fest300 Festivals 2017 (check and confirm this) and has grown into a huge weeklong musical event in Nigeria. The festival attracts thousands of visitors annually from all over the world to the New Africa Shrine and is an official tourist destination of The Lagos State Government.
Legend Extra Stout’s support for the festival is aimed at reinforcing the brand’s ideal and quality (Nice to mention those ideals that identifies Legend with Fela). The brand also hopes to connect with its existing and targeted consumers who will experience the unique bitter tasting stout in the midst of the fun and excitement that comes with the festival.
The week-long event promises to be a season of excitement and entertainment, as Legend Extra Stout will bring its realness and uniqueness to Felabration.
Speaking on the brand’s presence at Felabration and its commitment to its consumers, the Marketing Manager – Mainstream Lager and Stout Brands, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Mr. Emmanuel Agu, said, “Fela Anikulapo is not just an international Music Icon, Fela made a difference in this world with his music and he left an indelible mark across the world. He gave us an exciting brand of music that was distinctively original”
“Interestingly, Legend Extra Stout is an exciting brand which strives to reach its consumers through invigorating platforms like Felabration. For us, the festival is a season of fun and excitement and Legend Extra Stout has put everything in place to ensure fun seekers are relaxed, entertained and refreshed at Felabration.”
Since its inception, Felabration has been held every year with the exception of 1999. This year’s edition also marks the 20th anniversary of Fela’s death in 1997. Instituted by Fela’s daughter, Yeni Kuti, the festival will incorporate musical performances, an art competition, Afrobics Talent Hunt, Fela Debates, Symposium, Secondary Schools Debate and the Felabration Carnival.
Reiterating on the brand’s presence at Felabration, the Brand Manager Stout Nigerian Breweries, Oluseun Lawal stated that, “Felabration is a big contributor to Nigerian culture and entertainment. Nigerians love their music and culture and Legend Extra Stout aims to meet its consumers where their interests lie.”
Over the years Felabration has attracted many high class musical acts from all over the world like Hugh Masakela, Femi Kuti, Lucky Dube, Awilo Longomba, Baba Maal, Les Nubians, King Sunny Ade, Lagbaja, Asa and 2baba to name a few.
Every year Felabration features an exciting lineup of artistes and this year will not be an exception. To find out more about Legend’s presence at Felabration, follow Legend on Twitter, instagram, Facebook and join the conversation using the hashtag #FelabrationWithLegend.
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THENETNG Appoints An Editor For Women & Lifestyle Platform, 234Star.com
Nigerian Entertainment Today has confirmed the appointment of Njideka ‘Enjay’ Akabogu as the Editor of the fashion, ladies and lifestyle platform, 234Star.com.
She officially assumes her new role on September 4, 2017 and will be responsible for driving 234Star to achieve business goals and objectives as well as spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes for the platform.
Having worked in different capacities in fashion and lifestyle journalism, Njideka will be bringing her skills, talent and experience to her new title at the NET News LTD-owned platform.
The Information Science graduate and fashion enthusiast reacted to her appointment saying, “Not to sound cliché, but being entrusted with this platform is a dream come true for me. For a girl who grew up buried in the pages of old fashion and lifestyle magazines, actually being called upon to head one is such a big deal and I look forward to working with the team to build a bold, fun and super chic platform that will feel like home to every Nigerian and indeed, African woman.”
Prior to her appointment, Miss Akabogu was a content and community manager at Lagos-based digital agency, ID Africa where she created content and worked on projects for clients including 7Up, Lagos State Government, MTV Base and Accelerate TV among others.
Before her eventful stint at ID Africa, she worked as an editor at OnoBello.com where she oversaw content creation and worked on very successful PR campaigns for a number of fashion brands.
234Star.com is a fun platform set up to connect the world with the best of African women, fashion, beauty, weddings, relationships, sex, food and lifestyle in general through stories, videos, photos and games that cut across different demographics and social strata.
234star.com was initially built as Star.Ng in July 2015 and officially in launched in August 12 2015.
It rebranded to 234star.com in June 2017 and currently has a database of nearly 20,000 users with 5,000 new users per month. On social media, the platform has a cumulative monthly reach of over 700,000.
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BHM Restructures for Industry Leadership, Announces New Board Members and Business Heads
BHM today announced the appointment of two new Executive Directors, Femi Falodun and Moruff Adenekan to its Board of Directors.
L-R: Femi Falodun and Moruff Adenekan
The new board was strategically constituted in line with the company’s corporate governance structure and is expected to steer BHM in the right direction towards realizing its corporate mission and vision.
Femi Falodun is currently the Chief Digital Officer for BHM. Under his leadership, BHM launched its digital agency, ID Africa, which became profitable within two years, establishing itself as a force to reckon with in digital communication and creative content marketing on the African continent.
Reacting to his appointment, Femi said:
“I feel deeply honoured to take on this new role at BHM. It is a fantastic opportunity to contribute more at a strategic level to the realisation of our corporate vision and mission. I eagerly look forward to working with the Board and excellent staff across different units to strengthen BHM’s standing as an industry leader.”
Femi has a B.Sc. in Biochemistry, an MBA, and post-graduate diploma in Marketing. Before joining BHM in 2014, he spent 6 years at Zenith Bank Plc, working in Operations, Marketing and Consumer Banking functions.
Adenekan who was just recently announced as the new General Manager/COO of BHM was before his appointment, Head of Operations at C&F Porter Novelli Lagos. Prior to C&F Porter Novelli, Adenekan had worked with Chain Reactions Nigeria, Medallion Consulting, Commstrat Associates and Campaign & Concept Advertising and serviced clients in sectors such as fast moving consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, media, utilities, government among many others.
In his comment, Moruff said: “I am excited to join the BHM Board; the company has done well for itself. The task ahead is to take the firm to the next stage of growth and development. I look forward to working with other members of the Board and creating a proactive, productive and energetic team.”
In a statement confirming the appointments, Founder and CEO, BHM, Ayeni Adekunle said:
“We are confident that the new people coming on board will add great value to our Board of Directors and that BHM will benefit from their experience, insights, judgment and counsel”.
In addition to these board announcements, BHM has also announced the official appointment of two new business heads, Jide Taiwo and Philip Ugbah.
L-R: Jide Taiwo and Philip Ugbah
Jide Taiwo was appointed as the Executive Editor of the company’s internet media and entertainment division. Jide started his career as a freelance journalist in 2008 and became Editor for Bubbles Magazine where he was for three years.
Jide commented on his appointment saying:
‘’I am honoured to be entrusted with the responsibility of leading NET and her other titles in consolidating on all the gains made in the last seven years of our existence. In the postmodern era in which we all live in now, the media’s role is more important than ever and the team and I …read more
M.I Brings Legend’s Real Deal Experience To The Nation’s Capital
For lovers of great fun and music in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, yesterday September 3rd, 2017 will remain a day to always remember.
It was the day Legend Extra Stout brought famous Nigerian rapper M.I Abaga to give residents of the capital city a taste of the Real Deal Experience.
As the headline act for Legend’s Real Deal Experience, the “Chairman” crooner, M.I Abaga, didn’t disappoint his fans who had turned up in large numbers at the venue despite the heavy downpour of rain. The loud ovation that greeted his appearance on stage was enough testimonial to his popularity amongst the local fans.
Known for his smooth lyrics and energetic stage presence, alongside a full complimentary live band, M.I dished out back-to-back hits as the ecstatic audience revelled in an unending sing-along with the star.
It was indeed a fun night with plenty to eat and drink as the fans sang and interacted with the artiste while enjoying an endless supply of Nigeria’s first locally brewed stout, Legend.
Speaking after the show, M.I said: “First, I have to commend Legend Extra stout for putting this show together. It’s not a mean feat pulling this off; you can feel the energy, the fun, no doubt the fans had a great time and all these wouldn’t have been possible without Legend, so big ups to the brand.”
Asked about his impression of the event, he added: “For me, any opportunity to interact face-to-face with my fans is one I’ll never pass up on. We had great fun here today. At a time, there was practically no song I sang there on stage that the fans didn’t sing along. It’s pure joy man and I want to say a big Thank You to my Abuja fans for all the love.”
Legend Extra Stout also gave out a N50, 000 cash prize to the winners, Rigid Emcee and Magic Steppers of its online talent competition, which held on the Brand’s social media pages and live at the event. Fans and consumers of Legend also got to experience the different unique elements of Legend stout in a live simulation room just as in previous editions, while many also went home with exciting prizes like flat screen TVs, generators, refrigerators, among other household items.
Speaking on the success of the event, Portfolio Manager – Mainstream, Lager and Stout brands Nigerian Breweries, Emmanuel Agu said:
“Time and time again, we continue to deliver the best experience to our loyal consumers. Tonight’s event …read more
Brett King, John Chaplin, Iyin Aboyeji, Shola Akinlade, others Set To Speak at #InterswitchConnect
Come September 14th and 15th 2017, Landmark event centre Lagos will be bustling with the crème of the crop of Africa’s tech/payment ecosystem for the maiden edition of Interswitch Connect.
Themed “Digital Transformation Imperatives: Innovative Evolution or Disruptive Innovation”, the 2 day conference organized by Interswitch, promises to be tech/payment event of the year with a lectures and keynote speeches from various accomplished and renowned industry leaders from around the world.
Futurist, global selling author and host of “Breaking Banks” on voice America, Brett king, will deliver the keynote speech at the conference and will be bringing his deep knowledge of the industry and disruption to bear.
Also speaking at the conference is the famous John Chaplin, a highly influential personality in the developments of retail payments for more than 25years. One of the driving forces behind the growth of Visa, John has been the director of Ixaris payment, since 2007, and also an adviser to Helios investments, Chaplin is also an organizer of the global payments innovation jury and it has been revealed that he will be unveiling the 2017 Payments Innovation Jury in Nigeria at the conference.
Other renowned speakers lined to speak at the conference include Stephen van Coller, a member of MTN group executive committee and also former chief executive at Barclays African group, also the conference is set to host Austin Okere the founder and executive of CWG plc., alongside co-founder of Flutterwave,Iyinoluwa Aboyeji; Head, Digital Financial Service & Mobile Payments at KCB Bank Group, Edward Ndichu, Director for Friesland Campina WAMCO Nigeria PLC, Adewale Arikawe; Executive Director for Retail Banking at FCMB, Olu Akanmu; Chief Transformation Officer at MTN, Olubayo Adekanbi; co-founder and CEO of Paystack, Shola Akinlade; CEO for Kantar TNS East Africa, Aggrey Maposa; Technology and business leader at Fio Corporation, Bayan Quandil and Co-founder of Lagos, Nigeria-based Paga Jay Alabraba.
Interested in attending this conference, visit www.interswitchconnect.com to register and book a seat.
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Access Bank Boss, Herbert Wigwe, With Unilag Students Host Delegates From Harvard And Mit In Lagos
On August 9th, 2017, a delegate of students from two of the world’s top ranked institutions, The John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) paid a courtesy visit to the headquarters of Access Bank Plc. The trip was organized as part of the group’s activities aimed at providing knowledge about urban development and innovation, democratic governance and emerging trends in the public policies of Lagos and Nigeria.
The delegates were welcomed by a team, which included Access Bank GMD/CEO Dr. Herbert Wigwe, alongside students from the University of Lagos. During the interactive session, Mr. Wigwe spoke on Access Bank’s internationally recognized achievements and the Bank’s drive for sustainable banking and financial inclusion, through innovation, gender and youth empowerment in Nigeria.
In a related development, National Economics Student Association (NESA) at the University of Lagos awarded Access Bank the most supportive organization at their 2017 Dinner & Awards ceremony.
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Access Bank, Nysc Partner To Train Youth In North East Nigeria
As part of its collaboration with the Federal Government through the NYSC scheme, leading commercial bank, Access Bank Plc. is developing integrated skill acquisition centers across Nigeria’s North-East.
These training centers are designed to empower thousands of young people with vocational skills that will aid poverty alleviation and drive long term, sustainable economic growth in the entire region which has been affected by years of crisis.
These training centres, the first set of which is currently being constructed in Gombe State, will also see NYSC Corps members deployed as part of their compulsory 12 months national service. While NYSC has existing training centers across the country, these are the largest so far.
Speaking on the partnership, Access Bank’s Executive Director, Personal Banking Division, Victor Etuokwu said the Bank has had a long-standing relationship with the NYSC.
Mr. Etuokwu also added that Access Bank was proud to be associated with the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development Programme, while re-emphasising the bank’s commitment towards achieving the goals of the programme.
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) confirmed that Nigeria’s unemployment rate rose to 14.2% in the last quarter of 2016. Meanwhile, total number of persons fully employed in the country dropped by about 1,000,000 (1.8%) when compared to Q3 2016, a decrease of 1.92 million (3.5% drop) when compared to Q4 2015.
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Here’s How To Vote For Two Nigerian Finalists in JCI TOYP World Awards
World youth organisation, Junior Chamber International has announced two Nigerian under-40s, Imrana Alhaji Buba and Adepeju Opeyemi Jaiyeoba as top 20 finalists in its global selection of Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the Year (JCI TOYP) 2017.
Imrana, an indigene of Yobe State was nominated for Contribution to Children, World Peace and Human Rights based on his efforts in founding and leading Youth Coalition Against Terrorism (YOCAT), a team of over 600 students, lawyers, health care professionals, educators, development workers, and activists working since 2010 to unite youth against violent extremism in North-Eastern Nigeria.
Adepeju, a trained lawyer, is nominated in the Medical Innovation category for her efforts in addressing the national challenge of inadequate maternal healthcare, through her Brown Button Foundation, which has trained over 60,000 Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) on modern medical skills across 33 Nigerian states, touching the lives of 60,000 women and babies.
The final ten 2017 JCI TOYP honorees will be selected by a judging panel, comprised of representatives from select partner organizations and the JCI World President, and also by a public online voting system which closes on Friday, August 25, 2017.
To vote for Imrana Alhaji Buba and Adepeju Opeyemi Jaiyeoba, please visit www.toyp.jci.cc, click on their photos to view their individual pages, and then click “Like”, using your logged in Facebook account which can only register a vote once.
The final shortlist of 2017 JCI TOYP award recipients will be announced and decorated at the Junior Chamber International World Congress holding in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, on November 9, 2017.
Likewise, the Nigerian Chapter of Junior Chamber International will hold its 60th Anniversary TOYP Gala on Saturday, August 26, 2017 in Lagos, where recipients of the 2017 JCI Nigeria Ten Outstanding Young Persons Awards, including Imrana and Adepeju, will also be celebrated.
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Two Nigerian Under-40s Are Finalists in Global Awards For Outstanding Young Persons
World youth organisation, Junior Chamber International has announced two Nigerian under-40s, Imrana Alhaji Buba and Adepeju Opeyemi Jaiyeoba as top 20 finalists in its global selection of Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the Year (JCI TOYP) 2017.
Imrana, an indigene of Yobe State was nominated for Contribution to Children, World Peace and Human Rights based on his efforts in founding and leading Youth Coalition Against Terrorism (YOCAT), a team of over 600 students, lawyers, health care professionals, educators, development workers, and activists working since 2010 to unite youth against violent extremism in North-Eastern Nigeria.
Adepeju, a trained lawyer, is nominated in the Medical Innovation category for her efforts in addressing the national challenge of inadequate maternal healthcare, through her Brown Button Foundation, which has trained over 60,000 Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) on modern medical skills across 33 Nigerian states, touching the lives of 60,000 women and babies.
The final ten 2017 JCI TOYP honorees will be selected by a judging panel, comprised of representatives from select partner organizations and the JCI World President, and also by a public online voting system which closes on Friday, August 25, 2017.
To vote for Imrana Alhaji Buba and Adepeju Opeyemi Jaiyeoba, please visit www.toyp.jci.cc, click on their photos to view their individual pages, and then click “Like”, using your logged in Facebook account which can only register a vote once.
The final shortlist of 2017 JCI TOYP award recipients will be announced and decorated at the Junior Chamber International World Congress holding in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, on November 9, 2017.
Likewise, the Nigerian Chapter of Junior Chamber International will hold its 60th Anniversary TOYP Gala on Saturday, August 26, 2017 in Lagos, where recipients of the 2017 JCI Nigeria Ten Outstanding Young Persons Awards, including Imrana and Adepeju, will also be celebrated.
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