Events This Weekend

Good afternoon BellaNaijarians, it is time for Events This Weekend.

See for yourself all the events you may want to be spotted at this weekend with your loved ones.

Enjoy!

DJ Jimmy Jatt’s 25th Anniversary Dinner & Book Launch
DJ Jimmy Jatt will celebrate 25 years in the music industry with a dinner on Sunday at the InterContinental Hotel, Lagos. It will also serve as the launch of his book. The event will be a black tie affair and it is strictly by invitation.
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: 5 PM
Venue: InterContinental Hotel, Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
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African Fashion Week, Houston
On Thursday, the Fall of Signature Essence hosts the African Fashion Week Houston Networking Mixer. Special guests include founder of Freedom54US Kai Dunna and CEO of J.Griffith PR Julie Griffith. You will enjoy cocktails and appetizers as you mingle with fashion designers, models, photographers, fashion icons and moguls in the fashion industry. Tickets cost $15 but you can get it for $10 here.
Date: Thursday 14th August 2014
Time: 6 PM
Venue: O24 Lounge, Westin Memorial Hotel, 945 Gessner Road, Houston, Texas 77024, USA
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 8325104489 | 8326203678
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Free Friday Revue
Free Friday Revue is a Covenant Christian Centre‘s Crew project that brings people together in an inspiring, challenging and relaxed atmosphere for the purpose of sharing creativity, information and discoveries It will be an evening of poetry, live music, spoken word, drama skits, comedy, dance, monologue, discussions, information transfer and fun. Admission is free for all.
Date: Friday 15th August 2014
Venue: Covenant Christian Centre, 400 Herbert Macaulay Road, Yaba, Lagos
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The Dialogue Edition
The Make It Happen Productions is set for another edition of Open Mic Theatre tagged Dialogue edition. It will take place this Friday at Terra Kulture. Performers at the event include Tina Mba, Ufuoma Ejenobor-McDermott, Najite Dede, Kemi “Lala” Akindoju, Tope Tedela, Seun Ajayi, Toju and Zara Ejoh, Adesua Etomi, Deyemi Okanlawon, Titi Sonuga, Abiodun Kassim and Lily Byoma. Chude Jideonwo will also be reading an excerpt from his new book “Are We the Turning Point Generation?“. The show will be opened with music from Femi Leye and Naomi Mark.
Date: Friday 15th August 2014
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Terra Kulture, 1376 Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Afropolitan Vibes
Brace yourself for an exciting edition of the Afropolitan Vibes. This month’s edition will feature afro-hip hop act Weird MC, Naija rap duo Show Dem Camp and Afrobeat artiste Isedale, all sharing the same stage with the 12-piece Bantu collective. Admission is free for all, but you need to pay N200 for a gate fee.
Date: Friday 15th August 2014
Time: 7 PM
Venue: Freedom Park, Hospital Road, Old Prisons Grounds, (adjacent to St. Nicholas Hospital), Lagos Island
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Bankers House Party
Take part in the Bankers House Party that will take place this Friday. It will be a night of music, comedy, dance performance and many side attractions. Comedian Koffi will host the event, while DJ Midas is the guest DJ.
Date: Friday 15th August 2014
Time: 8 PM
Venue: Friends Club, 2nd Floor, Silverbird Galleria, Plot 133 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08189538165
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The Niche Newspaper Formal Presentation
Comedian Gbenga Adeyinka will compere the formal presentation of Nigeria’s exclusive Sunday newspaper TheNiche on Saturday 16th August 2014 at the Orchid Hall, Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. He will coordinate the event which will see Professor Anya O. Anya and Governor Babatunde Fashola in attendance. The highlight of the occasion will be a keynote address titled “A New Nigeria is Possible” to be delivered by Minister of Information, Labaran Maku. Celebrities and dignitaries will also be present at the event. It is strictly by invitation.
Date: Saturday 16th August 2014
Venue: The Orchid Hall, Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Studio MO’s presents Breakfast with The Creatives
The fourth edition of the Breakfast with The Creatives – a conversation with creative directors, is themed “What Do Creative Directors Do?“. Speakers include 3 creative directors from advertising agencies in Nigeria – Abolaji Alausa of Noah’s Ark, Tunde Sule of DDB Lagos and Franklin Ozekheme of TNK. They will speak on their jobs and how they drive the creative juice of their agencies. To attend, RSVP by calling or texting 08132727717.
Date: Saturday 16th August 2014
Time: 10 AM – 1 PM
Venue: Caffe Tranche by Araba, 14C Olosa/Karimu Kotun street, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Hennessy Sunsets
Join the fun this Saturday at Hennessy Sunsets. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 16th August 2014
Time: 4 PM
Venue: 355, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Munch Club
An African-Caribbean fusion catering company Agogo’s is about to bring some new flavours to the heart of Mayfair’s dining scene with a pop-up restaurant opening for one day this Saturday. With the lack of good African-Caribbean dining in the UK, you are welcome to enjoy a 3-course meal as Agogo’s showcases its distinctive taste on food and cuisine. For tickets, click here
Date: Saturday 16th August 2014
Time: 6 PM – 10 PM
Venue: The Music Room, 26 South Molton Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K 5LF, UK
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07961 220855
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Colour Riot Sunday
Take a break from the regular and don’t miss the unique Empowerment House, Lagos event tagged “Colour Riot Sunday“. Join host pastors Dexter Femi and Jola Akin-Alamu for the life changing experience. If you are bold, you are advised to dress in a colour riot attire. Admission is free for all.
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: 9 AM
Venue: Empowerment House, The Empowerment Centre, 49 Kudirat Abiola Way (Formerly Oregun Road) by Oluyole Bus-Stop, Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08099888996
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2014 Lagos Fashion Meniac Award
Royal Hills presents Lagos Fashion Meniac Award set to take place this weekend in Lekki, Lagos. Guests at the event include Chris Okagbare and Denrele Edun.
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: Red Carpet 3 PM | Main Event 5 PM
Venue: Bespoke Event Centre, Lekki, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Regular N3,000 | VIP N5,000 | Table N100,000
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08037984961 | e-mail [email protected]
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Po! – Nedu & Ogbolor Live On Stage
Every Sunday in August, Po!, a stage play by Yawnaija Entertainment in conjunction with Terra Kulture will take centre stage. The two-man satirical stage play will star Wazobia FM‘s Nedu and Ogbolor. The show is written by Femi Branch, produced by Yaw and directed by Obi Martins.
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: 3 PM & 6 PM
Venue: Terra Kulture, Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos
Ticket Prices: N3,000
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Amorawa
Team Tunez Promotions presents Amorawa, an Ankara day party in Brooklyn, New York, USA. It is to display Africa’s beauty and culture. The event is strictly for people aged 21 and over. There will be music by DJ Tunez, DJ Manny O, DJ Tumbo and DJ Universe. There will be free food and drinks. Experience live music, comedy and a special guest performance. The best dressed male and female will win $500.
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: 4 PM – 10 PM
Venue: SRB, 177 2nd Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, USA
Ticket Prices: $20 | VIP $30
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 3478605012 | 9292686428
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Hill Top Next Top Modelling Reality TV Show – Lagos Audition
Audition for a spot in the Hill Top Next Modelling Reality TV Show. It is for both male and female models.
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: 5 PM
Venue: Planet 1, Maryland, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08020404716 | 08067236921 add BB pins 22A41A5E | 24D7A93B
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Onos Live in Concert presents No Limits – A Night of Limitless Worship
Gospel artiste Onos is set to release her sophomore album titled No Limits. It will feature hit songs like “Everything Has Changed”, “Alagbara” and “You are The Reason”. The album will be released this Sunday with a concert titled A Night of Limitless Worship. Also ministering at the event are Victor Atenaga, Chigul, MK, MC Abbey, Anny, Eric, Eno Michael, Babz Carpenter, Glowreeyah, PC, Palmira and Jerry Omole.
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: 5 PM
Venue: David Christian Centre Victory Dome, Behind PHCN Office, Amuwo Odofin, Egbeda, Lagos
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Shabach Port Harcourt
You are invited to Shabach Port Harcourt, a music and comedy show organized by Difference Projects and Kingsville. The event will see Charles Granville, Tim Godfrey, Eben, Nikki Laoye, Afy Douglas, Samsong, Buchi, Nosa, Ibiso Edwards, Anny, Segun Obe, ID Cabasa, Freke Umoh, Preye, Jesus Boy and Virtues Worship Dancers. The special guest of honour is The King of Kings. Comedy will be provided by Funke Akindele, Omobaba, MC Abbey, Dan D’Humorous, and Prince Ezekiah. Admission is free for all.
Date: Sunday 16th August 2014
Time: 5 PM
Venue: The Arena, 30 Tombia Street, G.R.A Phase 2, Beside Le Meridian Hotel, Port Harcourt, Rivers
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