Julius Agwu Opens up about His Weight Loss, Brain Surgery & More in New Interview


For the past few months fans of ace comedian Julius Agwu have noticed and commented on his weight loss each time he steps out for an event. In this new and exclusive interview with Yes International Magazine, Julius Agwu opens up about his weight loss and the fact that he had brain surgery a few months ago.

According to him, he is very thankful and will be holding a thanksgiving service soon to tell the full story.



Yes International Magazine published the interview this morning.
Read excerpts below.

The Beginning – On the genesis of his ill health, he said he can’t say specifically when and how it started. But all he could recollect was that at some point, he went on and on losing serious weight, which got many people wondering. Some concerned ones started proffering solutions, both medically and spiritually, while others resorted to murmuring and gossiping.

The Breaking point – It went on and on until sometime in May when he had a seizure at home and while his wife, Ibiere, whom he lavished with so much thanks all through our stay for her love, care, understanding and support, battled to halt that, he ran out of breath. Almost lifeless. And with the likely consequences starring her in the face, Ibiere got their maid and the security man to assist her in getting him into one of their cars. And from there, they practically sprinted to their hospital in Lekki.Thank God the doctor was on call. He battled for hours with his team to ‘bring him back to life again’. And upon stabilizing him, Julius and his wife immediately left for the United States of America. Houston to be precise, where arrangement had been made at the Park Plaza Hospital.

The Diagnosis – After a series of tests, two lumps were discovered in his brain! The lumps had been messing up his health and causing his incessant weight loss. Immediately, the Caucasian surgeons went to work, operating on him for about 4 hours on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at the Park Plaza Hospital in Houston Texas, United States of America. Upon being discharged, Julius rested in the US for some time before returning home recently.



Julius Agwu on his family & wife being there for him through it all:
“Onyeoma, I no go lie to you, na dem I just dey think about. But like I said earlier, it’s God at work. I want to thank everybody who supported me in one way or the other. Those that were praying for me and all that. I’m planning a thanksgiving where I will still tell the full story. But for now, I just want to thank God and my wife. Onyeoma! My wife tried. The day I had the seizure, she put her finger in my mouth and I bit it…All the vomit; the mess; she was the one brushing and bathing me on the bed and clearing and cleaning them. IB really, really tried for me.”
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Parents of Missing Chibok Girls Urge Public to Beware of Fraudsters Posing as Them

Parents of the abducted students of Government Secondary School (GSS) Chibok, Borno, on Sunday alerted the public on the activities of some fraudsters using their names to defraud Nigerians and corporate bodies.

More than 200 students of the school were abducted by suspected insurgents on April 14, 2014, while writing their final examination.

Yakubu Maina, the Chairman of the association of parents of the abducted girls, raised the alert at a news conference in Maiduguri.

“We wish to alert Nigerians and corporate organisations on the existence of some individuals and organisations masquerading as parents of Chibok girls to defraud them of their money. The call became necessary because this group have turned the agitation for the release of our daughters into a scam,” he said.

Maina, suppported by the Secretary of the association, Lawan Zanna, lamented that the group had often deceived some parents of the girls into attending their functions only to be duped.

“We have realised that the whole thing have been turned into business by individuals who pretend to be fighting our cause. Some real parents had been lured to attending meetings with highly placed individuals in Abuja and beyond only to discover that they have been short changed by these individuals,” Maina said.

He also stated that 14 parents of the abducted girls have died due to heart related diseases.

“Fourteen parents have so far died since the abduction of our girls in 2014. Most of them died due mainly to heart related diseases and trauma,” said the chairman.
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6 Die in Suicide Bomb Attack at Yobe Church

The Police in Yobe on Sunday confirmed the killing of six persons in a suicide bomb attack on a church in Potiskum.
Toyin Gbadegesin, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the state command, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Damaturu that the death included the suicide bomber.

The spokesman said: “A male suicide bomber detonated a bomb at Redeem Church at Jigawa area of Potiskum, killing five on the spot. A female member of the church who sustained injuries also died while receiving treatment in the hospital.’’

He said the injured are receiving treatment at various health facilities in the area.

NAN recalls that Potiskum last suffered a twin suicide attack on June 15, in which 10 people were killed and several others injured.
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Ikorodu Bank Robbers Arrested

Police authorities have arrested some individuals said to be members of the robbery gang that robbed a Zenith Bank and First Bank branch respectively in June.

According to Punch, four suspects have been apprehended. They were arrested in Okitipupa, Ondo State, and Ikorodu, Lagos State, while three SUVs allegedly bought from the proceeds of the robbery were recovered.

The suspects have been identified as Monday Akpan, Bright Agbojule, “Jafaru,” and “Baba Ibeji.”

In addition, the report states:
The four members of the gang were arrested by men of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, in an operation involving a former SARS commander, SP Abba Kyari, and an officer, DSP James Okeke.

PUNCH Metro gathered that one of the suspected robbers, a week after the operation, had headed for the Okitipupa area, Ondo State, with a Lexus bought with the proceeds of the robbery.

A police source told PUNCH Metro that the suspect was arrested by soldiers, who were on a stop-and-search exercise in Ondo State.

It was learnt that the suspect was also found with bundles of new N1,000 notes with bank seals.

The police source said the arrest was the break that the police needed, adding that the suspect later led policemen to arrest other members of the gang.

He said, “The soldiers were on a stop-and-search and they found the suspect, identified only as Baba Ibeji, while on his way to his home town in Okitipupa, Ondo State.

“During a search, they found bundles of new N1,000 notes with bank seals in his bag.

“The soldiers, who were also aware of the bank robbery in Lagos, smelt a rat and contacted the Lagos State Police Command on the development.

“The former CP, Kayode Aderanti, immediately contacted experienced hands in SARS for the interview of the suspect. The suspect gave the contacts and names of other suspects. The operatives subsequently mobilised more officers to Ikorodu and made some arrests.

“Three suspects were picked up by the police in Ikorodu. Two of them had bought Sport Utility Vehicles with the proceeds. All of them had bought plots of land with their loots. Three vehicles have been recovered for now.”
Our correspondent learnt that the suspects would be paraded on Monday (today) at the state command headquarters, Ikeja.

It was learnt that efforts were still being intensified to get other members of the gang, which reportedly numbered about 15.

The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Kenneth Nwosu, confirmed the arrests in a text message.

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Baddest Deejay Loop presents Throw Back Mixtape


One of Nigeria & Port Harcourt's finest Disc Jockey "DJ Loop" is here with another club banging mixtape.

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One Mic Naija

 
Celebrate this June with Bez, Tinsel’s “Shalewa“, Choc City’s Koker and more at One Mic Naija!

Ticket: Regular – N1000 | Table – N10,000
Contact: onemicnaija@gmail.com

Time: 5 PM
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2015
Venue: Ember Creek, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos


Don't Miss It!!!
Be There!!!
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Cointreau-versial Beauty Party


Join Beauty in Lagos this weekend as they host the Cointreau-versial Beauty Party

Time: 3 PM
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2015
Venue: B-natural Spa, Agbagbon Close off Ologun Agbeje, off Adeola Odeke, Victoria Island, Lagos

Don't Miss It!!!
Be There!!!
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Single in Gidi | Stage Play

What happens when a Blog turns into a Play? Find out as ‘Single in Gidi’ gets taken to Stage.

Time: 3 PM
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2015
Venue: Terra Kulture, Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos.


Don't Miss It!!!
Be There!!!
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Kaymu Fashion Hangout

Kaymu.com.ng  presents a fashion networking event for fashion lovers and bloggers tagged the Kaymu Fashion Hangout.


Time: 12 PM
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2015
Venue: 4 Points by Sheraton, Victoria Island, Lagos
Contact: pr@kaymu.com.ng

Don't Miss It!!!
Be There!!!
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The Fashion Party


​FAFA and Maybelline are set to launch The Fashion Party this weekend in a bid to showcase the fun side of fashion in the face of Nairobi’s evolving club culture.


Tickets: General Tickets 1500 | VIP Tickets 2500


Time: 6 PM
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2015
Venue: Ebony Lounge, Nairobi
Contact: annmccreath@gmail.com | anyiko.pr@gmail.com

Don't Miss It!!!
Be There!!!
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GHM Champagne Party

The Champagne party is presented by Royalty Lifestyle and holds every last Friday of the month hosted by your favorite celebrities. It is a celebration of Lagos city’s tastemakers and influencers.

Time: 9 PM
Date: Friday, June 26, 2015
Venue: Penthouse, Mega Plaza, 14b Idowu Martins Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

Contact: GHMCP@royaltylifestyle.com

Don't Miss It!!!
Be There!!!
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LoudNProudLive

 
Join Mbryo, Tonye, Verchi and more at this month’s LoudNProudLive event.

Time: 8 PM
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2015
Venue: The Lounge, 30 Ademola Adetokunbo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Enigma Variety Night Reloaded Hosts TICBN Party

The Indestructible Choc Boi Nation is being hosted to a party by Enigma Variety Night Reloaded.

Time: 10 PM
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2015
Venue: The Place, 45 Isaac John Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos
Contact: 09097203449 | 08163231629
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LAFF AND SAVE A SOUL


If U Don't "Love A Child",How Can U "Save a Soul".?
Join "TEAM LAFF AND SAVE A SOUL" as we go on a Visit to the Orphanage to Cut those Children Hair.

Powered by : Tushed Ent and Supported by Helen AAS,LAC,Extreme Ent,GKC,Ororo Inc,UVK,Myde Ajoje,Stallion,Green Initiative,Cotonou9ja.com,Spi,Gabby Clothing,Arab Nation,He, www.spotofgroove.com,Mr Gom,HK Dice,Sky Lounge,Essence studio & U.

Empowering African Children........ Www.Laughandsaveasoul.com

Date : 27th June 2015.
Time: 9pm
Meeting Point : Tunde Motors Carifo
For Donations and info Call : +22968262958 or  Pin:2B78AA5C 
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Henry Ogbanga (Rohmanz) & Itietie Blessing release Pre-Wedding Photos

Port Harcourt popular musician and youth figure Henry Ogbanga aka "Rohmanz" and his bride-to-be Itietie Blessing, a graduate of North America University just released their pre-wedding photos.
Their wedding will hold July 25th in Port Harcourt.
More photos below....

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Elite Model Look 2015 Lagos Casting

 

Time: 12:00am - 12:00pm
Date: Thursday, June 25th 2015
Venue: Eko Hotel And Suites, Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Eti-Osa, Lagos, Nigeria.
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Our Family Dinner Lagos ‘One Love’


It's all about "One Love".
Fee: #11,000

Time: 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Date: Saturday, June 20th 2015
Venue: Spice Route, Victoria Island, 36 Adeola Odeku Street, Lagos, Nigeria
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Afropolitan Vibes 26th Edition

Afropolitan Vibes is a monthly live music concert which exists as a platform for alternative music: a place where music lovers congregate to watch contemporary singer-songwriters and musicians perform mostly original works that are firmly rooted in African musical origins of Afro-beat, Afro-funk, Afro-hip-hop, Afro-pop and Highlife music.

Gate Fee; FREE!!!


Time: 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Date: Friday, June 19 2015
Venue: Freedom Park, Hospital Road, Lagos Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
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Elite Model Look 2015 Registration

 

Time: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Date: Friday, May 1st - Friday, August 7th 2015
Venue: 5b, Karimu Kotun, off Akin Adesola, Victoria island Lagos, Nigeria

For info visit their website: http://www.elitemodellook.com/ng/contest.html
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Bottles Night

Bottles Restaurant is a well known entity in Lagos for good food, good vibes and of course our Frozen margarita’s! Come and enjoy a cozy home from home atmosphere with personal friendly service from the owner and staff.


Time: 6:00pm - 11:00pm
Date: Wednesday, June 17 - Wednesday, June 24th 2015
Venue: Bottle Restaurant, 8 Imam Agusto Close, Lagos, Nigeria
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Bad Drop Movie Premier

 
Plan to attend this event.
Ticket: #3,000

Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Date: Friday, June 19 2015
Venue: Filmhouse Cinema Surulere

Don't Miss It!!!
Be There!!!
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Take Part in this Wellness and Community-based Activity – Lagos Colour Splash 5.3km | Saturday, June 27th


The first edition of Lagos Colour Splash 5.3km comes up this June!

It is a wellness and community-based Non-Competitive colourful activity conceived in response to the near absence of cohesive community-based networking opportunities and wellness carnival in Lagos State.

This event creates an outdoor fun atmosphere welcoming various industry professionals existing in Lagos State and visitors alike; including children and students to a massive networking event through a wellness carnival.

The situation has prompted 42nd Generation Entertainment Limited (publishers of In The City, Lagos) in conjunction with the Lagos State Government and Virtual Xchange to begin to bridge this gap by sponsoring broad spectrum activities inclusive of wellness business and citizens geared towards nurturing community spirit that has mutual benefits.  The Lagos Colour Splash is a first step to fostering this partnership effort as well as to get the people of Lagos state in colourful motion again.

Lagos Colour Splash is positioned to become an annual event.

This 5. 3km course begins at the Bar Beach, runs through Akin Adesola Street, through Adeola Odeku then through Ahmadu Bello Way and back to the Beach. Any participant willing to make a personal best, can elect to go round the course as many times as possible. Such persons will be honored.

You can run, walk, bike, jog, stroll or crawl.


Time: 6.30 AM – 4 PM
Date: Saturday, June 27th
Venue/Starting Point: Eko Atlantic

The road/colour stations event starts promptly at 8 AM and ends at 1 PM, and the entertainment and networking opportunities begin at 1 PM and runs through to 4 PM.

The event is FREE to all, including the physically challenged and provides an avenue for ‘Lagosians’ and visitors alike to socialize; therefore, foster community involvement by bonding with the whole family and the businesses that serve them.

Registration is on the web site: www.inthecityafrica.com and www.vx-group.com or at the venue (Registration Booth) on the day of the event beginning at 6am. Pre-registration could earn a participant priority.

For Sponsorship/Participation or to be a part of this event in anyway;

Please contact Seal Kamson: seal.btc@gmail.com | +234 8187 600000
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Pops Concepts presents the 4th Lagos Makeup Fair (LMUF4) & Nigeria’s first Makeup Runway!

Pops Concepts is back with the 4th Lagos MakeUp Fair (LMUF4) – The 17th edition in The MakeUp Fair Series and is introducing for the first time a MakeUp Runway by Nigeria’s Finest Pro MakeUp Artist who will be unleashing creative looks.

The MakeUp Fair Series is the largest gathering of industry practitioners with a unique networking experience and conducive avenue for all beauty savvy professionals, vendors, enthusiasts, beauty conscious individuals, prospective buyers, shoppers, investors, distributors, makeup artistes, beauty and makeup business people. Since its creation in February 2012, The MakeUp Fair Series has successfully hosted 16 editions and toured 6 major cities – Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Uyo and Owerri – in Nigeria.

Pops Concepts recently appointed Q21 Solutions, Nigeria’s leading Corporate Event & Experience Management Firm; equipped to deliver superb expressions of Corporate Identity and Brand-immersive experiences to an audience of any profile as Official Production Partners for The MakeUp Fair Series.

The highlight of the event is The first Makeup Runway proudly sponsored by Makeup Revolution Nigeria and supported by Gifty’s Daugher Beauty. Other event features include :meeting makeup & beauty experts, launching of makeup brands and products, demonstrations, networking, shopping, learning makeup skills, special offers, treats, direct access, food and drinks, loads of freebies for grabs and lots of entertainment .

The 4th Lagos MakeUp Fair (LMUF4), promises to be fun as it will showcase a variety of makeup and beauty brands/Professionals. Some exhibitors scheduled to attend include: Giftys Daughter Beauty, Sleek Studio, Prestige Cosmetics, Zaron Cosmetics, Glam’s Make-up, Sit Pretty Beauty, Shop Sisi , Beauty Kink, Bee Lashes, Enydar Beauty, McCoy Beauty, Taries Beauty Lounge, Z.A Make Overs, Maradarah Makeup & Beauty UK, Haute Beauty World, Dhoopy Dhoopy, Dunique Beauty, Beauty Rev NG, Makeup Maven NG, Stella’s Addiction, Dazzling Looks, Accessories NG, Talking Faces, Hanah Facials, The Pink Network, Faces and Brushes, Beauty Essentials by N’sure, Savoir- faire Beauty, TG Culture, Staceface Beauty Bar, Teefal Studios, Cosmetics Square, A2W Healthy services, Saratos Soaps & Creams, Makeup Revolution NG among others.

Don’t come alone, come along with friends and join us for this one-of-a-kind beauty extravaganza!!!


Attendance is FREE!!!

Time: 10 AM – 7 PM
Date: Sunday 21st, June 2015
Venue: Classique Events Place No 7A Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun Ikeja, Lagos

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Here’s your Opportunity to Become the Next TV Star! Be at the Tinsel & Africa Magic Original Films Auditions on June 25th & 26th

Are you an aspiring actor/actress? Do you have what it takes to be the next TV star?
Africa Magic presents to you that unique platform to shine bright! Sub-Saharan Africa’s most watched soap series Tinsel and Africa Magic Original Movies will be holding auditions this month!

Be sure to come with an individual 5 by 7 studio shot of your person.

Admission is absolutely FREE and open to everyone!…Don’t miss it!

Time: 8 AM daily
Date: Thursday, June 25th and Friday June 26th 2015
Venues: Protea Leadway, No 1 Mogambo Close, Maryland, Lagos (beside Mobil filling station) AND Protea Hotel Select Ikeja, Plot 2 Assibiti Road, Ikeja Lagos
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Maltina Partners A.Y Live To Share ‘Complete Happiness’ On Father’s Day In Abuja

Nigeria’s number one non-alcoholic malt drink and official sponsor of Comedian A.Y‘s flagship show A.Y Live is set to make Father’s Day unforgettable as it storms the capital city with the second leg of the 2015 A.Y Live series tagged ‘Complete Happiness’.

Happening on Sunday June 21st at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, the show will feature a mix of comedy and music performances from popular names such as Akpororo, I Go Dye, M.I, Phyno, Helen Paul among others.

Maltina Senior Brand Manager, Wole Adedeji expressed the brand’s desire to continue partnering with AY Live because the show demonstrates our commitment to inspiring happy moments worth sharing with family and friends.

In his words, “Maltina is a happy brand and we believe very strongly in promoting joy and laughter because this is secret to happiness n wellbeing. The rich nourishment of Maltina to share, your friends, family n loved ones around you and a hilarious and family-oriented show such as AY Live is the perfect package to make your day. Maltina believes that a family that laughs together stays together”.

Reminiscing on the success of the Lagos edition, show organiser and headline act A.Y, said “The Lagos edition was a great opening to the 2015 series of the show. We had some awesome performances and there was an insane amount of laughter. We definitely do not want Abuja to miss out on the fun, so we’ve put everything in place to ensure that everyone has the best experience possible at the Abuja show next weekend”.

The Abuja edition will feature popular comedians like I Go Dye, A.Y, Gordons, Ushbebe, Fred Bright, Chucks D General and others. Also performing on the night will be a number of frontline musical acts like M.I, Phyno and others.

The final leg of the 2015 A.Y Live series will hold in Port Harcourt later in the year.
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The Exclusive #JackandtheBeats Edition is Finally Here | @DjHumility | @jackdaniels_NG

Friends and fans of Jack Daniel’s will have the opportunity to party at newly opened Shades Lounge in Victoria Island. This edition is an exclusive night strictly by invite and will see DJ Humility (Nigeria) and DJ Ellio (Greece) spinning the best rock mashups to guests on the night.

To get invites, tweet @DjHumility @jackdaniels_NG with the hashtag #JackandtheBeats.

The #JackandtheBeats experience kicked off in May with a nationwide tour which ended in Lagos with Vector, Choc Boiz, DJ Humility and DJ Lambo.See all the pictures on Facebook: JackDanielsNigeria | Twitter: @JackDaniels_NG | Instagram: @JackDaniels_NG

Time: 10:00pm
Date: Friday, June 19 2015
Venue: Shades Lounge, 1 Anifowoshe Street off Kofo Abayomi Street V.I, Lagos
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Join the Party as Industry Nite Plays Host to Smirnoff Ambassador Unveil!


DJs are at the heart of every great party and Smirnoff is a good time party drink that believes in making good times better for everyone. That’s why they have partnered with the most unique DJ in the country – the ‘Unstoppable DJ Spinall‘ to bring a totally different music experience to consumers.

Tonight, at Industry Nite, it’s the official party to celebrate the partnership so you don’t want to miss out!

Come watch superstars like MI, Ice prince, Wande Coal, Chidinma, Burna Boy, Sound Sultan, Lil Kesh, Yung L and Endia celebrate DJ Spinall aka The CAP.

After this, watch out for more firsts, more fun, and more unexpected and epic party experiences from the DJ Spinall and Smirnoff partnership!

Time: 10 PM
Date: Wednesday, June 17th
Venue: Spice Route, Adeola Odeku, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Shakara And The Gang


SHAKARA & The GANG
Featuring
• COMEDY
• MUSIC &
• DANCE

COMEDY: AY, Gordons, Akpororo, Funnybone, Elenu, Ajebo, Emeka Smith, Ushbebe, Senator, Pencil, Acapella, Mayor, Kolo, Destalker, Makati, Omini, Shaggi, Memory Card, frank o Nero, & Ajebaba.

MUSIC: Ice Prince, Harrysong, Oritse Femi, Lil Kesh, Skales, Cynthia Morgan, Mc Galaxy, Di’ja, Solid Star, Skuki, Faze, Orezi, B-Red, Skiibii, Monica Ogah.

Guest Dj: Dj Xclusive

TICKETS: Regular – N5k, Vip – N10k, Table For 8 – 300k

Tickets available in all tastee fried chicken outlets, Naija tickets shop, Ozone cinema, Genesis delux cinema, D place lekki, Silverbird cinema (Ikeja & VI mall), Make me Bode Thomas.

For inquiries or bookings, Contact: 08034016995 | 08078881568


Time: 5:00 pm To 9:00 pm
Date: June 28, 2015
Venue: The Shell Hall, Muson Centre Onikan, Lagos, Nigeria
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NiPHEC 2015 Lagos


Gain invaluable insight from world-class photographers. Choose from over 25 educational workshops and intimate hands-on labs led by top talent. Also, don’t miss keynote presentations from Uche James Iroha, Richard Eko, Bayo Omoboriowo, Aisha Augie-Kuta, Seun Akisanmi & others. Please note that each session has a class-size limit and registration will close once the class is full. It is important therefore to register early and plan to arrive at the venue ON TIME as all sessions will start promptly (there will be no AFRICAN TIME).

Conference VENUES
This year’s edition of NiPHEC will take place in Abuja (June 13 – 15) & Lagos (June 15 – 20). While the Lagos edition of the conference would take place at 3 locations, the exact locations would be announced once we’ve confirmed with the venues.

Listed below are the details of the seminars that will hold during this monumental event. Feel free to print this out and decide the sessions you’ll be attending. Once you’ve decided the seminars you’ll be attending, calculate the total cost implication, make payment into our bank account (Nigeria Photography Expo & Conference Enterprises: Diamond Bank 0060967085) and proceed to fill out the REGISTRATION FORM.

Note that you can also make internet/online transfers into the accounts listed above. Please endeavor not to make any payments into any other account apart from the one listed above. It is paramount that you fill the form within 24 hours of making payment so as to secure your seat in the class. Please kindly contact us to confirm availability of space if registering after May 22. Once there are fewer than 5 spaces left for any sessions, the corresponding class will be adjusted to reflect the remaining seats. Understand also that it is inevitable that some seminar sessions might clash with others.
For most of the workshops listed herein, there is a limited amount of seats available. So register early before classes get filled up.

Also note that attending the trade show/expo will cost you NOTHING as long as you register online before coming so we can make adequate preparations for the attendees. Registration after June 9 to attend the EXPO will cost just 30 minutes of your time at the VENUE.

PLEASE READ:
EVERY PARTICIPANT THAT REGISTERS BEFORE MAY 22 GETS A N7k DISCOUNT VOUCHER TOWARDS THE TOTAL AMOUNT FOR ALL THE CLASSES HE/SHE WILL BE ATTENDING (EVEN IF IT IS JUST 1 CLASS). The first 4 letters of each seminar (e.g. NOCA, WASA or PBML) is the code you will be using to register for each class. Once each seminar is full, we will be closing registration for participants for that particular class. Although seminar fees are non-refundable, you can swap classes with the same course fee not later than June 5. Swapping of classes will not be permitted after June 5, 2015 so choose carefully. Also note that refreshments would be served during each day of the conference.

Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Date: June 15 - June 20, 2015
Venue: Lagos, Nigeria
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Testimony (A Music Of Two Worlds)


Testimony is a solo concert by Tunde Jegede that traces the musical journey from Bach and the Baroque to medieval Mali, to his own contemporary compositions. It follows the legacy of the two distinct classical traditions, that of Bach and the monumental solo cello suites with the Royal Courts tradition of the Kora. Jegede is an artist invariably steeped in both of these worlds. It is a unique collaboration with the Samadhi Ensemble and the visual artist, Sunara Begum whose evocative cinematic imagery re-imagines these distinct traditions. Testimony is at once an intimate and personal reflection and also a cultural expression that transcends boundaries. It is a meditative journey that touches on the essence of our being, through sound and image.

Gate Fee: N2000

Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Date: June 14, 2015
Venue: Agip Recital Hall, Muson Center, Lagos
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