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  • Fanfare as Etisalat Cliqfest fetes Mapoly students

    FOR the student community in Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta (MAPOLY) penultimate Saturday would go down in the annals of the polytechnic more memorable in many ways than one.

    First, it was a day it got its share of entertainment from arguably one of the most innovative telecommunications company in Nigeria, Etisalat, which stormed the school with its unrivalled youth-centric, empowerment, and educative initiative tagged: ‘Etisalat Cliqfest.’

    The two-day event which held last weekend began with an inspirational session delivered by Motivational Speaker and Life Coach, Niyi Adesanya.

    The icing in the cake was the second day as students were thrilled at a concert headlined by popular Nigerian artistes, a football match and a raffle draw.

    Speaking on the event, Elvis Daniel, Head, Youth Segment, Etisalat Nigeria, described Cliqfest as a touch point for young people where they are at liberty to express themselves and their dreams.

    “We go around the country, bringing an entertaining platform that delivers a wholesome experience to students because Etisalat is passionate about the Nigerian youth and their aspirations. Cliqfest is designed to help them discover themselves right here within the walls of their institution,” said Daniel.

    The climax of the event emerged when Bilikis Egusola Omowunmi, a Science Laboratory Technology student was announced as the winner of a brand new Hyundai i10. The elated student said, “To be honest I bought two raffle tickets in anticipation that I might win but I still cannot believe that I truly won. Etisalat is the best network ever and I am extremely grateful to Etisalat for this encouraging experience.”

    In just six years of operations, Etisalat Nigeria has become a major industry player with a growing subscriber base of 20 million in a highly competitive market. Its portfolio of voice and data-centric products include – easy starter, easycliq, easybusiness, and easyblaze; all tailor-made to meet the needs of its customers.

    Etisalat Nigeria is one of the 19 operations of the Etisalat Group that spans across Africa, Middle East and Asia serving over 182 million subscribers; and it is committed to delivering innovative and quality services to its growing subscribers.

  • Fanfare as Etisalat Cliqfest fetes Mapoly students

    Fanfare as Etisalat Cliqfest fetes Mapoly students

    For the student community in Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta (MAPOLY) penultimate Saturday would go down in the annals of the polytechnic more memorable in many ways than one.

    First, it was a day it got its share of entertainment from arguably one of the most innovative telecommunications company in Nigeria, Etisalat, which stormed the school with its unrivalled youth-centric, empowerment, and educative initiative tagged: ‘Etisalat Cliqfest.’

    The two-day event which held last weekend began with an inspirational session delivered by Motivational Speaker and Life Coach, Niyi Adesanya.

    The icing in the cake was the second day as students were thrilled at a concert headlined by popular Nigerian artistes, a football match and a raffle draw.

    Speaking on the event, Elvis Daniel, Head, Youth Segment, Etisalat Nigeria, described Cliqfest as a touch point for young people where they are at liberty to express themselves and their dreams.

    “We go around the country, bringing an entertaining platform that delivers a wholesome experience to students because Etisalat is passionate about the Nigerian youth and their aspirations. Cliqfest is designed to help them discover themselves right here within the walls of their institution,” said Daniel.

    The climax of the event emerged when Bilikis Egusola Omowunmi, a Science Laboratory Technology student was announced as the winner of a brand new Hyundai i10. The elated student said, “To be honest I bought two raffle tickets in anticipation that I might win but I still cannot believe that I truly won. Etisalat is the best network ever and I am extremely grateful to Etisalat for this encouraging experience.”

    In just six years of operations, Etisalat Nigeria has become a major industry player with a growing subscriber base of 20 million in a highly competitive market. Its portfolio of voice and data-centric products include – easy starter, easycliq, easybusiness, and easyblaze; all tailor-made to meet the needs of its customers.

    Etisalat Nigeria is one of the 19 operations of the Etisalat Group that spans across Africa, Middle East and Asia serving over 182 million subscribers; and it is committed to delivering innovative and quality services to its growing subscribers.

  • Star The Winner Is: Winner gets prize amidst fanfare

    Star The Winner Is: Winner gets prize amidst fanfare

    Micheal Achu, winner of the just-concluded Star The Winner Is, was the cynosure of all eyes last Friday, as he was presented with his prize of N10million and a brand new 2014 Volkswagen CC. Not just that, Achu’s package also came with a recording deal with Universal Records, as announced by Nigerian Breweries Plc., organisers of the music game show.

    Apparently overwhelmed, he screamed several times, shedding tears of joy, as friends and relatives gathered to share the glorious moment with him.

    The well-attended event which held at the Nigerian Breweries Bar, Iganmu, Lagos, was also attended by fans of the show and officials of sponsoring company. Notable celebrities at the event include show host Uti Nwachukwu, former Mr. Nigeria Bryan Okwara, Yaw, Dotun, Temi and Mannie of cool FM, Chris Ihidero Destiny Amaka and OluwaseunP amongst others.

    Interestingly, another lucky winner emerged at the victory party, when Uti Nwachukwu hosted a mini Star The Winner Is, by conducting a duel round between two guests; Kenny Blaize and Belinda, with the latter coming tops and smiling home with a prize of N50, 000.

    Although the maiden season of Star The Winner Is has come and gone, viewers have not stopped talking about the twist that gave Achu the enviable diadem.

    Achu and co-finalist, Job Idoko were offered N2 million to walk away or wait to see the 101 Jury results which would reveal who actually won the duel round.

    Apparently, Job fell more to the pressure and walked away with the money – this automatically qualified Achu as winner of Star The Winner Is Season 1.

    However, when the real result was revealed, it turned out that Job had higher votes, but it was late, as he had forfeited his spot to Achu.

    That way, Achu became the crowned winner of the first season of Star The Winner Is.

  • Fanfare as market leader is installed

    Fanfare as market leader is installed

    President-General, Association of Market Men and Women in Nigeria Mrs Folasade Tinubu-Ojo has installed Alhaja Basirat Balogun as the Iyaloja-General of Lagos Mainland at the council secretariat in Oyingbo, last Thursday, writes TAJUDEEN ADEBANJO

    After acting for over 20 years as Iyaloja-General of Lagos Mainland and Oyingbo Alhaja Basirat Abeni Balogun was inaugurated as the substantive market leader last Thursday.

    Her inauguration followed a court verdict.

    Despite being to court, the parties returned as friends as they put aside their differences to rally round Alhaja Balogun during her installation.

    Though the installation should have been done at the Sunday Adigun Street, Alausa, Ikeja headquarters of the Association of Market Men and Women in Nigeria,  it was held at the Lagos Mainland Local Government Secretariat to honour Alhaja Balogun and the council boss, Mr Oladele Adekanye for their steadfastness.

    An elated Alhaja Balogun could not hide her joy seeing the calibre of those who  came to share in her joy.

    The arrival of President-General, Association of Market Men and Women in Nigeria Mrs Folasade Tinubu-Ojo was greeted with fanfare.

    Wife of Lagos Mainland Local Government chairman Mrs Anike Adekanye led some band boys to welcome Mrs Tinubu-Ojo. The duo danced for close to 10 minutes before heading into hall.

    The one-hour ceremony was punctured, at intervals with political  songs.

    After the opening prayer by the Chief Imam of Lagos Mainland, Alhaji Sabitu Lawal, the Babaloja General of Lagos, Alhaji Wasiu Balogun, gave a brief remark.

    Alhaji Balogun urged Alhaja Balogun to be fair to all.

    Adekanye congratulated Alhaja Balogun for her perseverance, sincerity and patience.

    Adekanye, popularly called Lado, urged the market leader to continue to mak justice her watchword.

    “She is a very straight forward woman; I want her to keep up the attributes that have endeared her to the marketers and political class,” he said.

    Mrs Tinubu-Ojo described Alhaja Balogun as a good woman and a faithful person.

    “Her character brought us here; this installation was supposed to hold at our headquarters in Alausa. I pray God continue to bless you,” she said.

    She called on the traders to remain together.

    With the assistance of Alhaji Balogun, Chief Alade Pedro, Adekanye and wife Anike, Mrs Tinubu-Ojo decorated Alhaja Balogun with the regalia of office.

    She also decorated other officials of the market.

    The hall erupted in jubilation, singing and dancing.

    There was an exchange of gifts between the council boss and the new market leaders.

    Alhaja Balogun promised to continue with policies aimed at elevating the traders and supporting the council’s activities.

    The closing prayer was said by the Lagos Mainland chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev Akin Odebo.

    The gathering moved to the Railway Recreation Club for the reception.

  • Ekiti First Lady clocks 50 without fanfare

    The likeable First Lady of Ekiti State, Erelu Bisi Fayemi, joined the league of golden age on Tuesday without pomp or ceremony. The kind-hearted wife of Governor Kayode Fayemi shelved many programmes that had been lined up to celebrate her 50th birthday.

    Those who should know told Celeb Watch that the postponement had to do with the passing on of the former deputy governor of the state, Mrs Funmi Olayinka, on April 6, 2013. An insider said the First Lady’s 50th birthday shindig had been shifted to October. She only had a thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel in Ado-Ekiti.

    Born in Liverpool, England on June 11, 1963, Erelu Fayemi is a product of both Nigerian and UK universities. She has acquired professional experience as a gender activist, social change crusader and journalist.