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Akwa-Ibom: Pastor Umo Eno Attends House Of Borah’s Fashion X Wine Celebration

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3 years ago

April 23, 2022

Eric

Class, sophistication, elegance, and poise were clearly written on the faces of excited fashion connoisseurs on Easter Monday when they visited the popular fashion House, House of Borah for its Fashion X Wine event.

The cozy and classy event which lit up the whole area was also used to launch the outfits’ new sections: winery and lounge.

According to House of Borah’s Creative force and CEO, Mrs Ifiok Akan, the new sections are were added to further elevate its luxury and lifestyle message to more of its highbrow customers.

House of Borah CEO, Mrs Ifiok Akan with Pastor Umo Eno

She noted that the day was also meant for customers to sip some vintage wines, banter and catch up on the latest fashion trends in the industry while shopping.

Among guests that visited the premises was the People’s Democratic Party’s frontline gubernatorial aspirant, Pastor Umo Eno who is a passionate proponent of the creation of a fashion hub in Akwa Ibom State.

Mrs Ifiok Akan Welcoming Pastor Umo Eno as Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Environment, Sir Charles Akpan looks on

Pastor Eno, a seasoned businessman and entrepreneur who’s in tune with the role and contributions the fashion and lifestyle industry can bring to economic development was there to further reiterate his commitment and match his policy document with action by supporting the House of Borah brand.

Pastor Eno accompanied by the TEAMUMOENO Group toured the facility and the production factory and were impressed at the level of work going on in HOB and the uniqueness of the brand.

Pastor Eno while expressing gratitude to the brand for staying consistent and pushing the fashion industry from Akwa Ibom State to the world, further stressed his desire to establish a fashion hub in the state in 2023 when he becomes the governor so that fashion producers in the state can have sustainable business platforms where their products can be better finished and appreciated within and outside; in turn making Akwa Ibom state the preferred fashion destination.

Mrs Ifiok Akan, her mother & brother with Pastor Umo Eno & members of Team Umo Eno

Meanwhile, not many fashion enthusiasts and entrepreneurs understand the role and contributions they give to the growth of Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product.

From bespoke designers, to those making casual wears, garments production, embellishments, apparels, foot wears and accessory for fashion consumers; the Nigerian fashion industry has become a big money spinner and economy booster.

House of Borah which birthed 9 years ago has become a household name in Akwa Ibom State and has held its own strongly in the industry.

Mrs Ifiok Akan, CEO, House of Borah

Despite the evident challenges in the industry, House of Borah is spearheading and soon becoming a critical component of the Akwa Ibom and Nigeria’s economy as it continues to expand and tap from the untapped areas of fashion.

Ms Inem Umo, House of Borah CEO with Ms ID

With the launch of its winery and lounge which aimed primarily at providing comfort and relief to customers who patronize the brand, also for potential customers and friends who visit the showroom for inquiries and other needs, the outfit is determined to becoming Africa’s leading fashion and lifestyle brand.

Hon. Orman Esin, Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Culture & Tourism, Inem Umo, Mrs Akan & Ms ID

Matching their word with actions, House of Borah took off a whooping 30% discount off bespoke tailoring that day, and also from fabrics and accessories bought from them by customers; it also offered free wine tasting .

The Boss Supervising Editor, Michael Effiong, Sam Osunsoko, Ifiok Akan and her sweet mother

Shedding more light on the new addition during the launch tagged Fashion X Wine in Uyo, the CEO, Mrs Akan revealed the idea of creating a winery and lounge was borne from the need to create more quiet space for customers when they shop.

She said, ”Borah winery” has been my dream-like forever. So, this is me bringing it to bear. Whether you like it or not, wine and fashion go hand in hand, it’s like fashion and lifestyle. We’re here to make it big and take it to the next level and do what we love. A lot of times, people get bored just sitting at the showroom to wait for their outfits.

So adding the winery and lounge is like giving customers a place to sit, watch fashion TV, do karaoke if they feel like, explore the world and sip some good wine.

It’s more like giving value all round. Like I said previously, our vision is to become Africa’s leading fashion and lifestyle brand.” She added.

She added that her brand which has consistently collaborated and bridged the gap of unemployment in the state is fulling in support of the creation of a fashion hub as proposed by Pastor Umo Eno in his campaign document.

House of Borah CEO expressed optimism that the proposition of having a fashion hub is realistic, possible and sustainable because Akwa Ibom State has the required manpower and personnel to make it happen.

Events

The Splendid Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Barr. Daniel Aramide

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4 months ago

July 28, 2024

Eric

By Eric Elezuo

The ancient city of Abeokuta was agog when celebrated lawyer and businessman, Barrister Daniel Aramide, pulled all stops to give himself a well deserved diamond jubilee bash.

The event, which took place in his palatial residence at Boldan House, Kemta Housing Estate, Zone II, Idi Aba, Abeokuta, Ogun State, was a beehive of activities as friends, colleagues, family members and well wishers came in their numbers to grace the spectacular event.

It was a moment of joy and visible emotion as the birthday boy beamed smiles after smiles and grinned from ear to ear in absolute ecstacy amid cheers from guests even as he danced away to the sonorous voice of music maestro, Yinka Ayefele, and tunes from the wheels of DJ Secxy, who rocked the house with a combination of oldies and present sounds.

The event, planned by Que-Brand Events, also made available plenty to eat and drink as Topsy Catering, Jimmysgrillz, Pop House Cocktails, Slot Films, Amala Iya Oyo, Sansan Pots Catering and Annidre’s Food were all on hand to serve both local and continent dishes as well as assorted beverages.

Among dignitaries in attendance were the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Abeokuta, HRM (Prof.) Saka Adelola Matemilola, Otileta VII; the Olowu of Owu Kuta, HRM, Oba Hameed Adekunle Makama Oyelude; Mrs. Funmi Kehinde, Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola and friends from the United Kingdom.

A seasoned lawyer, Aramide graduated with LLB honors from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England, and later attended the Nigerian Law School. He was called to the Bar in 1989, and afterwards, returned to England to start his law career, working in several organizations to gain valuable experience.

Barrister Aramide is also a qualified Notary Public, having completed two years of studies at University College London. His firm is based in Dagenham, East London.

He is married to Alhaja Aminat Bolupe Aramide and they are blessed with three children: Bola, Emmanuel and Olamide.

Photos: Segun Lawal

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Sights and Sounds from Bimbo Oloyede’s ‘Command Your Stage’ Book Presentation

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6 months ago

June 9, 2024

Eric

Photos by Koya Adegbite

Veteran broadcaster, Mrs Bimbo Oloyede, on Thursday, hosted a public presentation of her new book, Command Your Stage, at the Metropolitan Place, in Victoria Island.

Among dignitaries that attended were Chairman, Ovation Media Group, Aare Dele Momodu and CEO, Biscon Communications, Prince Bisi Olatilo.

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Glamour, Class As Prince Akintoye Adeoye Becomes 5th President of REDAN

Published

6 months ago

May 25, 2024

Eric

By Eric Elezuo

It was a night of massive turnout of dignitaries, display of pomp and delivery of well orchestrated speeches as the Real Estate Development Association of Nigeria (REDAN) pulled all the stops to celebrate its 5th Anniversary, which coincided with the investiture of Prince Akintoye Adeoye as the new and 5th President of the prestigious organisation.

Prince and Mrs Akintoye Adeoye with Dr. Oroville Wamakko, Dr. Ugo Chime and Chief Olabode Afolayan

The talk of the town show was beautifully coordinated by the GMD of Gracias Group, Dr. Ololade Valentina Abuta, also known as Dr. OVA, who doubled as the chairperson of the Contact and Public Alliance Committee of REDAN. She has been praised for practically throwing her weight behind the event to ensure it was successful.

GMD Gracias Group, Dr. Olalade Valentina Abuta and Chairperson, Contact and Public Alliance Committee, REDAN with GMD, Adron Homes, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking

Other stakeholders in the successful organization of the event were the GMD, Adron Homes, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking and CEO, Victoria Crest, Mr. Kennedy Okonkwo.

Dr. Ololade Valentina Abuta (Dr. OVA) in a tete-a-tete with Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi

The event, which took place at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, was themed Distribution National Prosperity and Wealth Creation Through a Transparent Real Sector, with the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu as the Chief Host, and the Governor of Ondo State, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, as the Special guest of honour.

Cross section of members of the Lagos State House of Assembly

Other prominent personalities that graced the occasion were the HIM Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife; the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who functioned as the Chairman of the day.

The Adeoyes with Ooni of Ife, HIM Oba Enitan Ogunwusi

A colorful display of elegance, poise and intellectual dissertation, the occasion kickstarted with a procession of the REDAN president, BOT members, past presidents, immediate past president and dignitaries as they made their grand entry into the hall, and unto their various seats, before Rev Peter Ameadaji said the opening prayer to set proceedings into full motion.

Chairman, Ogun REDAN, Dr. Adeyemi Adeniyi and wife

In his welcome address, the Investiture Committee Chairperson, Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo, traced the efforts of the members in putting together the evening of class, and appreciated all guests for heeding the invitation while encouraging all and sundry to relax and savour every interesting bite the REDAN had planned to offer on the night.

Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo, Aare Dele Momodu and Dr. Ololade Valentina Abuta

Other members of the Investiture Committee as reeled out by Dr. Okonkwo are 1. Dr Roland Igbinoba, 2. Dr. Ololade Valentina Abuta, 3. Hon. Peter Inuaeyen, 4. Engr. (Pst.) Emeka David Nwachukwu, 5. Alh. Muawuiyah Farouk, 6. ESV. Osilama E Osilama, 7. Alh. Mohammadu Maccido, 8. Dr Kunle Adeyemi, 9. Alh Abdul Malik, 10. Sir Chika Arinze, 11. Engr Debo Adejana, 12. Mrs. Udo Okonjo, 13. Barr Komolafe, 14. Mallam Yunusa Shuaibu, 15. Dr. Mrs Lami Ahmed, 16. Mr. John Oamen, 17. Dr Dotun Oloyede and 18. Mr. Uko Okon Essien.

L-R: Dr. Oroville Wamakko, Dr. Hakeem Oguniran and Dr. Ugo Chime

There was also a section created for exciting, and diverse companies were on hand to showcase their projects including but not limited to Gracias Energy, Adron farms & fitness, Federal mortgage bank, London Real Estate Academy, Parallex Bank, CUTSTRUCT TECHNOLOGY, ROYAL CERAMICS and LAFARGE.

L-R: Aare Emmanuelking of Adron Homes, Dr. and Mrs. Kennedy Okonkwo of Victoria Crest and Dr. Ololade Valentina Abuta of Gracias Group

Following Okonkwo’ speech was a brief remark by the Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT), Prince Seyi Lufadeju, who used the opportunity to give special recognition to the members and patrons of the BoT, thanking them for being a worthy ally in the effort to have a unified and strong REDAN.

Aare Emmanuelking (L) and Dr. OVA (M)

Other leading personalities in the real estate world and in government, took turns to offer short remarks in appreciation of the Association’s contributions to humanity and the society. They include Founding Partner of Diya, Fatimilehin & Co., Mr. Gboyega Fatimilehim; Lagos State Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Akinderu Fatai Moruf and Commissioner for Tourism Arts and Culture, Hon. Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka.

Treasurer, REDAN Lagos and GCEO, Zylus Group International, Dr. Oluwatosin Olajutoye

It was not until after the valedictory speech of the immediate past president (IPP), Alhaji (Dr.) Aliyu Ciroma Wamakko, that the major highlight of the occasion occurred. The investiture of Professor Akintoye Adeoye!

Editing REDAN Chairman and MD Furtail Properties Ltd, Mr. Fayose Tomiwa

Flanked by members of the BoT, IPP, past presidents, dignitaries and immediate family members, Prince Adeoye was decorated as the 5th president of REDAN to the applause and loud cheers of the capacity filled hall.

North Central vice Chairman, Esv Osilama E. Osilama with Ogun REDAN Chairman, Dr. Adeyemi Adeniyi

In his acceptance address, Prince Adeoye pledged to take the Association to much greater and higher heights as well as lead by the rules and carry every member along in his administration.

Dr. Emmanuel Obikoye of Billionaire Realtors, Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo and Dr. Gbenga Adeleke of Tribitat Real Estate

The keynote speakers, Dr. Timi Agama and Prof. Fabian Ajogwu, thereafter took centre stage, holding the audience spellbound with their oratorial and intellectual prowess, passing the message in the simplest of forms and language to the amazement and admiration of everyone.

Dr. OVA with some special guests

The 7th EXCO was thereafter inaugurated with Prince Adeoye as the president, to begin another prolific journey of accomplishments and achievements.

REDAN National Vice President (Southwest), Dr. ‘Kunle Adeyemi with National Financial Secretary, Dr. Lami Onayi Ahmed

With performances from a cultural troupe, vote of thanks by Mrs Maryanne Udo Okonjo, wholesome networking among the audience, and closing prayer by Alhaji Suleiman Abubakar, the night of grace folded.