EVENTS_NG: 2014

Thursday, June 26, 2014

Silverbird Summer Sales Summit Live in Port Harcourt

If you are in Port Harcourt, then you shouldn't miss this. Merchants from all over Nigeria will be selling their products and services @ discounted prices!
Date: July 3rd-6th. Venue: Silverbird Showtime Cinemas Port Harcourt. Time 9am - 9pm.

Industry supplier of textiles – Couture Living is inviting interior decorators, furniture makers and independent contractors and retailers in Abuja for a day of cocktails and canapés as they exhibit their new Home Textile collections.

There will be a display of exquisite fabrics for curtains and upholstery, luxury bedding collections and home fragrances available at the event.

This exclusive showcase is geared towards introducing the company as an industry supplier for all home textiles for both small scale and large scale projects.

Get your exclusive and be there.

Date: Saturday 28th June 2014
Time: 2PM – 6PM
Venue: No 136, Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja
Contact: For more information and general enquiries, call 07057021498 or 07080286798 | Follow them on Instagram: @couturelivingNigeria

E.M.E & J.Parties present #CirocLife | Saturday 28th June 2014

The Directors of Empire Mates Entertainment and J.Parties are back with the June edition of “Ciroc Life” happening this Saturday at Spice Route, Lagos.

It’s been a long working month, so why not end with Ciroc cocktails, good music and beautiful people all in one place? Turn down for what?!

Date: Saturday 28th June 2014 Time: 9PM Venue: Spice Route, 36 Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
For further enquiries/bookings, please send an e-mail to ciroclife@j-parties.com | Call

+234 (0) 802 999 9921 or

+ 234 (0) 808 020 8080.
Celebrate Life Responsibly. Drink Responsibly.
This event is sponsored by Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka.

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Mingle & Connect at the Nue Vibez Networking Mixer in Lagos | Friday 27th June 2014

You are cordially invited to the Nue Vibez Networking Mixer happening this weekend in Lagos. Designed to bring a diverse group of people together ranging from artists, actors, fashion designers and entrepreneurs to talent scouts, video directors, graphic designers and photographers – all under one roof.

This event will be hosted by Ethiopian model Gigi Girma and Beat 99.9 FM OAP Douglas.

The goal is to create a platform where individuals can explore talents and create long lasting connections.

Date: Friday 27th June 2014
Time: 6PM – Midnight
Venue: Ember Creek, 32 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos

To Display your items for sale call JustGerry to sign up for a stall on 08077787751 or 08163333233 | Send an e-mail to: Justgerrystyleme@gmail.com

Friday, May 23, 2014

Exclusive Premiere of Double Wahala 2 with Oritse Femi & D’banj | Friday 23rd May 2014

It’s going to be a night of double fun, as fans join Bangalee D’banj, and “Double Wahala” chart topper Oritse Femi at an exclusive premiere of Double Wahala Part 2.

It is scheduled to take place at The Place, Adeola Odeku, Victoria Island, Lagos, tomorrow Friday 23rd May 2014.

Oritse Femi will officially premiere the new track.

For table reservations and VIP passes, call 07039232524 | 08084866506 | add BB pin 7A062E27 | follow @Theplacelagos on Twitter.

Date: Friday 23rd May 2014
Time: 10 PM
Venue: The Place by Marcus, No. 4 Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

Tunde Leye’s Children’s Day Reading of “The Rat Race”

Patabah Books invites you as they host Tunde Michael Leye as he reads from his book The Rat Race. There will also be gifts, games and loads of fun-filled expectations for the kids. Admission is free for all.
Date: Tuesday 27th May 2014
Time: 1 PM – 3 PM
Venue: Patabah Books, Shoprite Mall, Adeniran Ogunsanya, Surulere, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call +2347091485129 | +23417307640 | e-mail info@patabah.com

African Public Relations Association Conference

The 26th edition of the annual African Public Relations Association (APRA) conference themed “Advancing Africa” will attract over 500 delegates cutting across different communication sectors and professional groupings from all over Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America.
Date: Tuesday 27th May 2014 – Saturday 31st May 2014
Venue: Le Meridien Hotel, Port Louis, Mauritius

All Things Nigerian Expo

Take advantage of the global market by exhibiting at the All Things Nigerian Expo. It’s the first shopping and lifestyle event of its kind in USA. The event will be hosted by Chief Obi.
Date: Monday 26th May 2014
Time: 10 AM – 6 PM
Venue: Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD, USA

Stage Play: The Engagement

Femi Osofisan’s The Engagement, an exciting comic stage presentation featuring Kolawole Adewale, Morolayo Fakeye and Paul Origbo as her production for May 2014. Directed by Adebola Ogunshina and produced by Adenugba Oluwanishola for Davidhouse Multimedia, The Engagement is a farce which features a proposal and an engagement between a shy and hypochondriac young farmer, Elemude, and the daughter of his neighbour Ronke
Date: Sunday 25th May 2014
Time: 4 PM | 5:30 PM
Venue: New Unity Centre, 28 Isaac John Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos

Word Up Mini Series

You’re invited to this open mic spoken work poetry slam event.
Date: Sunday 25th May 2014
Time: 3 PM
Venue: 21 Road E/F Close, After Chelsea Suite, Plot 4, Festac Town, Lagos

“Band Aid” Final Performance

Majmua Theatre presents the final and command performances of “Band Aid“, written and directed by Abiodun Kassim.
Date: Sunday 25th May 2014
Time: 3 PM | 6 PM
Venue: Terra Kulture, Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Regular 3,000 | VIP 5,000
Ticket Locations: Terra Kulture | Quintessence | naijaticketshop.com | afritickets.com | quickteller.com | ariiyatickets.com

Ruth & Boaz Fellowship

The Ruth and Boaz Fellowship is a haven to help provide a secure and conducive environment for all members where their views can be freely expressed and problems shared. The event will be hosted by Pastors Taiwo and Nomthi Odukoya.
Date: Saturday 24th May 2014
Time: 2 PM
Venue: The Fountain of Life Church, 12 Industrial Estate Road by PZ Industries Ilupeju, Lagos

Hear Word! Naija Woman Talk True

Hear Word! Naija Woman Talk True is an exhilarating performance art production which showcases true stories from 20 different Nigerian women. This production combines artistry, social commentary and true-life stories of transformation. Directed by Ifeoma Fafunwa, the event will feature Joke Silva, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett, Iretiola Doyle, Dakore and Bimbo Akintola.
Date: Friday 23rd May 2014 – Saturday 31st May 2014
Time: 2 PM | 7 PM
Venue: MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Regular N5,000 | N10,000 at afritickets.com | jumia.com | Terra Kulture | Quintessence

FreedomHall Open Mic

Blackky is the special guest at FreedomHall this weekend. He’ll perform his song “Rosie“. Also performing are Silver Saddih alongside the Top-Notch band and Charles Granville.
Date: Thursday 22nd May 2014
Time: 7 PM – 10 PM
Venue: Freedom Park, Broad Street, Marina, Lagos
Ticket Price: N1,000

Date: Friday 23rd May 2014
Time: 7 PM – 10 PM
Venue: Bogobori House, 9 Maitama Sule street off Awolowo road, Ikoyi, Lagos

Kaffy’s Ijoda 9ja Dance Burnout

It is a high-impact, dance cardio workout to your favorite Nigerian and African tunes. Incorporating basic and challenging dance movements by World Guinness Book Record dancer Kaffy to get you in shape.
Date: Thursday 22nd May 2014
Time: 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Venue: Downtown Cultural Arts Center, 401 N. Howard st, Baltimore MD 21201, USA
Ticket Prices: $15 Advance | $20 at Location

Date: Sunday 25th May 2014
Time: 2 PM
Venue: Down Syndrome Foundation, 43 Adegoke Street, Surulere, Lagos

Thursday, May 1, 2014

The 21st Century Entrepreneur Event 2.0

Pull out your diaries and mark this date; the 17TH of May 2014; its one you would not forget in a hurry. Imagine a day, with the best of the best Net-preneurs, South of the Sahara, as they share the secrets of their Success in an Exclusive Event full of Training, Networking and just having fun.
On the 17th of May, 2014, The Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Ikeja, is going to be the epicenter for this dynamic shift; The 21st Century Entrepreneur Event 2.0, themed; Empowering Entrepreneurs to build formidable businesses via the Internet. Continue...

Majmua Theatre to thrill Lagos with new play ‘Band Aid’. The play was written and directed by Abiodun Kassim with Femi Leye as music director. The play centers around three friends with distinct personality disorders who are united by their love for music but soon fall in love with the same girl. Date: Sunday 4th May 2014 Time: 3 PM & 6 PM Venue: Terra Kulture, 1375 Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos Ticket Prices: Regular N3,000 | at Terra Kulture, Quinessence, afritickets.com, naijaticketshop.com, ariiyatickets.com and jumia.com.ng Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07069771347

Omo London’s Birthday Bash

Omo London will be celebrating her birthday with a ladies night event this weekend – to be hosted by Emma Nyra and Zaina, with female DJ Butter on the turn table. Date: Saturday 3rd May 2014 Time: 10 PM Venue: Dollhouse, Adetokunbo Ademola, Victoria Island, Lagos

Oga Madam Live In Londond With Lolo 1

You’re invited to the 2nd edition of Oga Madam Live in London with Lolo 1. The event will be hosted by OAP Omotunde Adebowale David aka Lolo 1. The event will feature major acts from Nigeria and UK entertainment sector ranging from music, comedy, fashion and movies. Date: Saturday 3rd May 2014 Time: 5 PM Venue: Ripple Centre, 121 – 125 Ripple Road, Barking IG11 7FN, London, UK Ticket Details: £20 at www.remedixmusicpro.com Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07508438393 | 07545154323 | 07508573417

Women, Inspiration & Enterprise! Register & Attend the WIE Africa Symposium 2014

An international network which hosts thought leaders from around the world will bring together some of Africa’s most influential women in Lagos, Nigeria in May for the 2014 Women Inspiration & Enterprise (WIE) Africa Symposium. Date: Saturday 3rd May 2014 Time: Registration 8 AM Venue: Intercontinental Hotel, Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos Contact: For more info and general enquiries, e-mail aequitas@wienetwork.org | aequitas@wienetwork.org

Laolu & The Afromysterics Perform Live at the Shrine in Harlem!

The artist and musician, Laolu Senbanjo, will be performing at the Shrine in Harlem with his band, The Afromysterics. They will be performing a delightful blend of Afro beat and Afro soul songs that’ll thrills all their audiences.
Date: Friday 2nd May 2014
Time: Venue: The Shrine, 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd, Harlem, USA

Zinny Night Of Style

Zinny Night of Style event includes a fashion show, an image segment where guests will be taught the basics of personal styling and a networking segment where guests can interact with each other. Admission is strictly by invitation. Date: Thursday 1st May 2014 Time: 5 PM Venue: 22A Elelenwo Street, G.R.A Phase 2, Port Harcourt Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08148398198 | 08090645896

Bvlgari Omnia Indian Garnet Sale

You’re invited to purchase the new Bvlgari Omnia Indian Garnet fragrance. You also stand a chance to win an exclusive spa experience and lots more.
Date: Thursday 1st May 2014 – Sunday 4th May 2014
Time: 10 AM – 8 PM
Venue: The Palms Shopping Mall, Lekki, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08064863969

Kick Against Malaria Football Tournament

In commemoration of World Malaria Day on Friday 25th April 2014, Mobil Producing Nigeria (MPN) in joint venture with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, (NNPC) and Novartis have partnered to organize the tournament. They will be offering malaria testing and treatment, free health services, insecticide-treated net distribution and much more. Six male and female teams from schools in Lagos Mainland will be playing to win the trophy as well as other exciting prizes at the tournament.
Date: Thursday 1st May 2014
Time: 9 AM
Venue: Kudirat Abiola Freedom Square (Evans Square), Old Yaba Road, Ebute Metta, Lagos

Child Sexual Abuse Awareness and Prevention Workshop

Learn new skills on how to protect children from sexual abuse, identify an abuser and how to help the abused.
Date: Thursday 1st May 2014
Time: 9 AM
Venue: Protea Oakwood Park Hotel, After Chevron Roundabout, Lekki, Lagos

Belvedere Vodka Hosts Party at Ibeshe Private Beach

Premium vodka Belvedere and Papas Entertainment are thrilled to announce their holiday pop-up beach party where “Belvedere Vodka Brings Papas to the Beach”. The exclusive party will feature special guest appearances, celebrity cocktail mix sessions with Belvedere Vodka and musical performances. Attendance is strictly by invitation. Date: Thursday 1st May 2014 Time: 7 AM – 12 AM Venue: Ibeshe Private Beach Resort, Lagos Contact: For general enquiries, RSVP, e-mail adeola@rb-pr.com

Tinsel Season 7 Auditions

Aspiring actors are called to audition for various roles in the soap opera Tinsel for Season 7, as well as AfricaMagic’s first ever film feature initiative – AfricaMagic Original Films. Interested individuals are expected to come to the audition venue with three (3) copies of an individual five-by-seven (5×7) coloured, non-photo shopped portrait photograph. Date: Thursday 1st May 2014 – Friday 2nd May 2014 Time: 7 AM – 5 PM Daily Venue Lagos – Protea Hotel, Leadway (Beside Mobil Filling Station), 1 Mogambo Close, Maryland Estate, Ikeja, Lagos | The SS Lounge, 7 Sapara Williams Close, off Idowu Martins Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. Ibadan – Theatre Arts Department Hall, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo. Ghana – Holiday Inn Accra Airport, AMB CT 97 Cantonments, Accra, Ghana.

Nikky Couture Collection/Fashion Show

Nikky Couture presents her debut collection called “Genesis“. The collection is an interpretation of some aspects of nature as seen by Nikky, the label’s creative director. The collection can be regarded as “high fashion”. It is for people who need to express their wild and imaginative fashion personas. The collection however, also features some trendy mainstream pieces like tops, high waist shorts and others for the everyday chic.
Date: Sunday 4th May 2014
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Protea Hotel, Lekki, Lagos

Showcase Your Products at the Student Trade Fair Lagos | Monday 19th – Saturday 31st May 2014

The Student Trade Fair Lagos is back again! This time wearing a new look to engage, excite and empower the student community.

The BonMarche FAIRstival which is a festival of choice is a seamless/networking platform where various youthful activities are promoted for the socio economic prosperity of students (talent hunt, entrepreneurship empowerment, mentorship) and the environment at large.

It also provides a common platform for manufacturers, traders, retailers, innovators and service providers the opportunity to showcase their goods and service to students and the general public. Continue...

Barons World presents Basketmouth Uncensored tagged Dysfunctional Mind, taking place at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.

You will be treated to comedy by Salvador, Bovi and Buchi as well as Basketmouth. Rocking the stage on the D-Day are 2Face Idibia, Davido, Wizkid, Phyno, Olamide, Sound Sultan and Play.

It’s going to be a partay…

Date: Sunday 29th June 2014
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Eko Hotel & Suites’ Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos
Tickets: Regular N 5,000 | Front Row Seats N 100,000 at www.cokobar.com
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08055555121 | 08072001613 | 08030830308 | e-mail info@basketmouth.tv

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Afropeg 2014 Peponi

Energy 106 presents Afropeg 2014. This is the second annual edition. The theme is called “Peponi” which means “Paradise”. The concept of Afropeg is to showcase all parts of Africa through various forms of art (drama, music, dance, fashion and poetry) all of which contribute towards the educative goal of the show. Date: Sunday 27th April 2014 Time: 7 PM Venue: Metropolitan Entertainment Centre. 281 Donald Street Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Contact: For more and general enquiries, call (204) 291-2028

(204) 291-2028 | add BB pin 75C23D31

African Restaurant Week

Experience African hospitality during New York City’s African Restaurant Week. Top Pan-African restaurants in New York City celebrate 2nd annual event with 7 days of events and prix fixe lunch and dinner. Date: Sunday 27th April 2014 – Sunday 4th May 2014

Register to Attend the 2014 Wise Women Awards Now | Saturday 21st June 2014

It’s time for the Wise Women Awards 2014!

Scheduled to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, this award event is organised by Wisdom for Women International in collaboration with Connecting Hearts Initiative to acknowledge Christian women and their devotion towards improving Christian living.

The event will provide Christian women from across Nigerian and beyond from different denominations, the opportunity to be recognized and nominated for their contributions in the world of work, church and ministry and win an award.

With ten (10) categorized in all, you can vote for a strong, motivational and inspirational Christian woman, whose work you want to be recognized. Simply click here: www.wisewomenawardsng.org and start nominating!

Please ensure to read all the nomination requirements before nominating.

Date: Saturday 21st June 2014
Time: 3PM
Venue: Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos

250years Ad Design Makeup In Nigeria Conference 2014

The conference will be a learning experience to build and equip the nation’s next set of pioneers, leaders and innovators in the beauty industry. Speakers and trainers at the conference include Teniolami Adejuwon, Tara Fela-Durotoye, Buntricia Bastian Clayton, Khuraira Musa, Khuraira Musa, Bayo Babalola Haastrup, Eni Balogun, Bimpe Onakoya, Bolanle Okusanya Feyita and Joy Adenuga.
Date: Wednesday 30th April 2014
Time: 8 AM
Venue: Lagos Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08091770582

Nigeria's largest photo & imaging shows will hold on April 29-May 3

Join Nigeria’s largest photo and imaging show on April 29th to May3rd 2014. This year’s edition of the Nigeria Photography Expo and Conference (NiPHEC) will have over 30 workshops and 20 facilitators converging under one roof.

Nikon proudly supports NiPHEC for second year in a row now. Continuously propagating the love for photography, Nikon will be offering Free photography classes on April 30-May 2 at the venue to avid fans and photography enthusiasts. Continue...

Bite Back Against Malaria & Enjoy Delicious Dishes at the Deutsche Bank Charity Food Fair

“A bite from an infected mosquito causes malaria, the biggest killer disease in human history“. Now is our chance to bite back!

Join the Deutsche Bank Charity Food Fair and bite from the best dishes by Nigeria’s favourite Chefs like Chef Fregz, Chef Eros and more. They will also be fighting back against Malaria, which claims the life of one child every minute, but is preventable and treatable.

Want to support the fight against Malaria and help save the lives of many? Get your tickets, show up and participate.

The Thespian Family Theatre & Productions bring the 'Five Maids of FADAKA' back to the theatre as a special Easter treat for the whole family.

The Five Maids of Fadaka is a truly exciting play with a rich blend of drama, folklore, dance, comedy, music &poetry. It will be showing at the AGIP Recital Hall, Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos.

It features Gloria Young, Nobert Young, Iyke Okechukwu, Carol King, a host of other stars and the TFT troupe. Shows are on Sunday 20th April 2014 at 3:00p.m. and 6:00p.m; and Saturday 26th April 2014 at 1:00p.m., 3:30p.m. and 6:30p.m. Continue...

On Wednesday, the Samsung Galaxy S5 phone will be launched in Lagos at the Intercontinental Hotel, Lagos.
Date: Wednesday 16th April 2014 Time: 6 PM Venue: Intercontinental Hotel, 3rd Floor, Grand African Ballroo, Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

Afro-Beats Live

Come and witness one of the most exciting and freshest line-up of UK Afro-beats artistes in London.
Date: Sunday 13th April 2014 Time: 7 PM Venue: Jazz Cafe, 5 Parkway, Camden London, NW1 7PG, UK Ticket Price: Regular £10 | VIP £20 at www.jazzcafe.co.uk | www.abrantee.com_

Eaden Collection Launch

Viva La Resistance in collaboration with L’Espace presents its Eaden Collection accompanied by art, design and food. Admission is free for all.
Date: Sunday 13th April 2014 Time: 3 PM – 6 PM Venue: L’Espace, 19a Olosa Street, Off Karimu Kotun, Victoria Island, Lagos

Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka Presents “The Grill at the Pent”

The Coolest Roof top party to hit Lagos is back with another edition themed ”Calling out all Ciroc Boys and Girls”. Attendance is free.
Date: Sunday 13th April 2014 Time: 2PM – 10PM Venue: Kudeta Lounge, The Penthouse, Mega Plaza, Victoria Island, Lagos

Eventi Cocktail Weekend

The Eventi Cocktail Weekend is an annual gathering of cocktail enthusiasts. It will feature networking, cocktails and liquor from world-class brands. The exclusive event is also a client schmoozing one that will also see entertainment including music, hors d’oeuvre and world-class displays by top mixologists in Nigeria. The event is strictly by invitation.

Date: Sunday 13th April 2014
Time: 2 PM – 7 PM
Venue: Zen Terrace of the Intercontinental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos

April Full - BellaNaija - April - 2014 Empowerment House presents April Full

April Full is an event organized by the Empowerment House. It will hold on Sunday in the UK. Be a part of the spiritual gathering, and inspiring event. Admission is free for all.

Date: Sunday 13th April 2014
Time: 11 AM
Venue: The Empowerment Centre, Ground Floor, Cygnet House 12-14 Sydenham Road, Croydon CR0 2EE, UK

Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 02036598837 | e-mail admin@empowermenthouse.co.uk

Needlepoint Cruise Collection Showcase

Come shop and get the first look at Needlepoint‘s new collection called “Cruise Collection” at their flagship store.

Date: Saturday 12th April 2014
Time: 11 AM
Venue: 9, Alhaji Kanike Street Off Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos

Love & Life Presents Romance Uncensored

Love & Life is a relationship talk show powered by Pertru Okebugwu featuring ace comedian Julius Agwu. Topics to be discussed include the 5 dangerous men every lady must avoid, what women want from men, 5 secrets of wooing your wife, why men who are in love still cheat on their partners, 4 women you should never marry and 10 ways to spice up your romance. Admission is free for all.

Date: Saturday 12th April 2014
Time: 3.30 PM
Venue: Ladi Kwali Hall, Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Abuja
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07035127831 | 08034521788