CES ABUJA 6.0: How to get Free Grants for your Business Enterprise

Description:
The Creative Entrepreneurs Association of Nigeria (CEAN), with support from the British Council would be delighted to have you as their Guest at its April Creative Enterprise Sessions in Abuja; their monthly Interactive Mentoring Meetup for Creative Entrepreneurs. This month’s session will have Dr. Supo Olusi, Coordinator Youwin speaking on 'How to get Free Grants for your Business Enterprise: meet those who have'

Date: April 3rd, 2013.
Time: 10:00AM
Venue: Zoey’s Restaurant, 10, Mediterranean Close, Imani Estate, Maitama. Abuja.
Fee: By Registration.
Contact Phone Number: +2348033544825

11TH STUDENT TECHNICAL CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION

Description:
This is an invitation to undergraduate and post-graduate level students attending higher institutions of learning with SPE chapters in the SPE Nigeria, Ghana, Congo, Angola & Uganda Sections to take part in the official SPE Regional Student Paper Contest by submitting original essays on hydrocarbon exploration and production subjects and related technologies, either on technical, economic, environmental or sustainable development issues. Awards will be given for the top three papers in each division at the 37th Nigerian Annual International Conference & Exhibition (NAICE 2013). First Prize includes a trip to the 2013 SPE Annual Technical Conference & Exhibition (ATCE 2013) holding in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, where the award-winning student will present the paper at the SPE International Student Paper Contest. ATCE 2013 will hold from 30 September–2 October 2013, thus eligible students are those in school by that date or must have graduated less than 9 months before the date of commencement of ATCE 2013 ( September 29, 2013).

Date: 4th - April 6th, 2013.
Time: 10:00AM
Contact Person: Nosa Aisien.
E-mail: : student_programs@spenigeriacouncil.org
Phone: 08032731978

Registration Ends Tuesday, April 02, 2013

OMAWUMI IN CONCERT: THE LASSO TRUTH

Description:
After supporting a host of world class artists including Bez at the 'Super Sun' Concert and most recently the Grammy award winning American R&B, Funk and Neo-Soul Singer Maxwell at the 'Valentines With Maxwell' concert, Omawumi is set to perform Live on the 7th of April 2013 in what is sure to be one of the hottest events of the year.
The concert will be brought to you by Flytime Promotions.

Date: April 7th, 2013.
Time: 7:00PM
Venue: Oriental Hotel, Lekki Lagos.
Tickets: Regular: N5,000; VIP: N25,000; Tables: N500k and N1M.
Table Bookings, call 08152122911 for payment and delivery.

COCKTAILS

Description:
Are you a Nigerian graduate wishing to get a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) abroad, then this might be a great opportunity for you!
Cocktails is an event for young Nigerian business professionals to network with each other and ask questions about different business schools. The event will be focusing on schools in Europe, North America and across Asia Pacific.
Attendees will receive complimentary drinks as well as free copies of recently published MBA-curriculum business books!

If you’d like to attend, please register your interest and complete dome details on your BusinessBecause resume. Numbers are limited. People who have a genuine interest in doing an MBA will be selected.

To Register, please click on this link http://www.businessbecause.com/because-event/MBA-Cocktails-Lagos

Date: April 9th, 2013.
Time: 6:30PM -9:30PM
Venue: La Mango, 2 Adekunle Fajuyi Way, off Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Ikeja, Lagos.
Fee:

ESQ OIL AND GAS SUMMIT

Description:
Notwithstanding the prolonged reforms of the legal and regulatory framework governing petroleum operations in the Nigerian oil and gas industry, especially due to the non-passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB), international and local companies continue to find and take advantage of several investment opportunities. Such opportunities arise amidst substantial legal risks and regulatory challenges. How has the industry capitalized on the opportunities and dealt with the legal risks and regulatory challenges? Looking ahead, what are the options to be considered in creating a fair and effective legal/regulatory framework in the mid and long-term to enhance investments and growth in the industry? What are the implications of the extant legal and regulatory uncertainties on international petroleum industry expansion and volatile oil prices, including the shale oil and gas revolution e.t.c. for Nigeria?, How can Nigeria continue to attract investments and sustain the growth and development of its petroleum industry amidst competition from other Sub-Saharan African countries?, What are the available (mid and long term) options for creating an enabling and reliable legal and regulatory environment to boost oil and gas production/investments? and how can these options be implemented in Nigeria?, What are the opportunities and relevant challenges in a viable and robust Nigerian energy industry?, How can the law and governmental policies effectively sustain investments and operations in the offshore and frontier acreages? What are the challenges and solutions needed for a viable domestic refining and petrochemical sub-sector? What role will the local players play in the future prosperity of the sector? What lessons can they learn from the IOCs in designing their management, capital and equity structure? Will their emergence lead to a technology transfer or provide more high level jobs for the expatriates?

Date:. April 9th and 10th, 2013.
Time: Tuesday 9:00AM
Venue: Civic Centre, Ozumba Mbadiwe, Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Fee: N57,000.
Event website: www.esqlaw.net/oilandgas/

3RD ASO HOUSING EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE

Date: April 11th - 13th, 2013.
Time: 8:00AM
Venue: International Conference Center, Abuja.
Fee: N/A
Contact Number: +2348050501927, +234704 1631121
Event Website: www.asoplc.com/exco/

THE PEACE TRAIN CONCERT

Description:
The First ever Nasheed Concert in Nigeria. The PEACE TRAIN CONCERT
Featuring Zain Bhikha, NATIVE DEEN, Muhammed Abdullah, Nurudeen Bn Idris, Crescent, and AbdulAzeez.

Date: April 13th, 2013.
Time: Two shows- 10:00AM- 1:00PM and 4:00PM- 7:00PM.
Venue: UNILAG main auditorium, Akoka Lagos.
Tickets: Regular; N3000, VIP; N20,000. Group booking available.
Tickets available at all Baytuzeenah Outlets
Contact Number: 08071831543, 08026768939
BB pin: 2965A108
For more info, visit www.peacetrain.com.ng

SOCIETY FOR TECHNICAL ANALYSTS NIGERIA /2ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2013/ TIMING THE MARKET

Description:
The Society for Technical Analysts, Nigeria a developing member of International Federation of Technical Analysts will be holding another National Conference this year after the success of the First Conference held last year. The significance of timing is crucial for profitable portfolio structure and enhancing liquidity in the financial markets. This 2ndAnnual Conference is a building block over the recent development in Nigeria Capital to provide more liquidity and restoring sustainable investors’ confidence in the market. This conference is poised to be a unique platform for critical analysis, sharing and developing of ideas that would enhance the use and application of technical analysis for value investing and speculation of the Nigerian Capital. The conference will bring together International Speakers, stakeholders and experts to address these important issues that revolve around the central theme. Technical Analysis plays significant roles in recovery of the world financial markets; Nigeria should also not be left out. The understanding and application of technical analysis creates a unique approach of creating liquidity in the Nigeria capital market Conference Highlight: Application of Technical Analysis to Nigeria Financial Market The Timing Application in Investing Building Tactics and Strategies for Profitable Investing Power Panel Discussion on new opportunities in the financial markets Business Networking many more.

Date: April 13th, 2013.
Time: 10:00AM
Venue: Westown Hotel,, Opebi Link Road, Ikeja, Lagos.
Fee:
Contact Number: Reach Shina on 08032276111
E-mail: conference@stansummit.com

ST COLORS ANKARA ACCESSORIES TRAINING

Description:
Are you creative? Do you have a flair for making things by yourself? Are you looking for a new hobby or an extra stream of income? If yes, then the ST Colours Ankara Accessories Training is just for you. This is a one day intensive course that teaches you how to make fabulous pieces. Yes!!! in one day, you will learn how to make:
Bangles Earrings, Hairbands, Flower Brooch, Petals Brooch, Bows, Comb, Button necklace.

Also you'll learn about; Tools of the trade, Where to buy materials from, How to price your products, How to market your products, Product photography.

The courses include; Free Start up kit All you need to do is to show up...literally. There will also be light refreshment.

Date: April 13th, 2013.
Time: 10:00AM
Venue: 1b Owukori Crescent Alaka Estate, Surulere, Lagos
Fee: N15,000
For more information, send an e-mail to info@stcolours.com or call 07039533600 or add 28A233CE on BB.

NICONEX - Nigeria International Construction Exhibition 2013

Description:
Why Exhibit?

- 143 million people catch the opportunity to invest in Africa's largest country,
- the very growth 3 to take advantage of business opportunities arising from economic being,
- take advantage of the country's geo-strategic position,
- construction industry to find jobs due to being open to every kind of investment,
- to take part in the diplomatic developments arising from the trading platform,
- new technologies, vision, and to find the possibility of exhibiting,
- Professional discuss and sign business agreements with the visitors efficiently,
- to find an opportunity to establish international business contacts Niconex create an ideal platform for investors.

Date: April 17th- 20th, 2013.
Time:
Venue: Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos.
Fee:
Contact Number: +90 (0)212/2246878,
Fax: +90 (0)212/2248558

IGNITE: SPEED DATING EVENING FOR SINGLE PROFESSIONALS

Description:
An exciting evening of wine, dine and speed dating for Single Professionals to network, have fun and find their dream partners.

Date: April 20th, 2013.
Time: 5:30PM
Venue: SS Lounge, 7 Sapara Williams Street, Victoria Island Lagos.
Ticket: N3,500.

MUSIC FESTIVAL LAGOS

Description:
An unrivaled gathering of some of the Country's greatest vintage and young superstars: 
including King Sunny Ade, Onyeka Onwenu, Bongos Ikwue, Tuface Idibia, Flavour Nabania, Kcee, Ice Prince, Olamide, Pasuma would be greeted by over 7000 music fans across Nigeria.

This Festival is powered by: 
Best Amarula cream, Noble World, Egypt Air, Air France, Lionstone company, UACN Property, Development Company (UPDC), Turkish Airlines, Samarien Energy, Don Morris Wines, Diamond Batteries, Pharma care Support group Castle Beer etc.

Date: April 20th, 2013.
Time:
Venue: Golden Tulip Hotel, Festac, Lagos.
Ticket: Regular; N2,000. VIP; N25,000. Tickets are obtainable from all Mr Biggs outlets across Lagos and at the Golden Tulip.

THE ACTS AND THE APOSTLES

Description:
Have fun with these artistes who will perform;
Tiwa Savage, BEZ, Chidinma, Seyi Law, Deja Vou, Becky, and also featuring Sage Hasson and the Crown Troupe of Africa.

Date: April 21st, 2013.
Time: 12:00PM
Venue: Dunes Center, Abuja.
Ticket: Table for four: N300,000.
For Hand delivery of tickets or enquiries please call 08152122911

OIL AND GAS EDUCATION SUMMIT

Description:
The Objective of the summit is to find ways of improving and attaining international standards in the quality of Petroleum Engineering Students in Nigerian Universities to ensure that they are able to compete favorably with their counterparts all over the world at the international labour market.

Date: April 22nd, 2013.
Time: 8:00AM- 2:00PM
Venue: nternational Conference Centre, Abuja.
Fee: By registration. Registration Ends Friday, April 19, 2013
Contact people Prof Abiola Kehinde
08035164295
abiolakehinde@yahoo.co.uk

Prof G.A. Chukwu
Tel: 07039868103
Email: gchukwu@aust.edu.ng

DIGITAL AFRICA CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION

Description:
Digital Africa Conference &‎ Exhibition is an annual event promoted by Compumetrics Solutions Limited, and organized on its behalf by foremost event management companies in Nigeria - Red Sapphire Limited and Eli Business Support Services Limited.‎ The event, simply referred to as DIGITAL AFRICA, brings
together the ICT communities from Africa and the rest of the world to do business and network among one another, under one roof for three days.‎

Digital Africa Conference &‎ Exhibition is hosted annually by Nigeria.‎ The event is open to participants from the 54 countries in Africa,

Date: 23rd - 25th April, 2013
Time:
Venue: Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja.
Fee:

MTV AFRICA ALL STARS

Description:
Music authority MTV Base is to set Lagos ablaze with an all star urban club night. African urban MTVAfrica All Stars- brought to you by The KwaZulu-Natal Province, taking place at the Federal Palace Hotel on Saturday 13 April 2013, is part of the sensational new pan-African music and youth empowerment campaign that salutes the star quality and widespread appeal of contemporary African musicians, and provides exposure to the continents hottest musical innovators and pacesetters. Hosted jointly by MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and the KwaZulu-Natal Province, MTV Africa All Stars also aims to raise the international profile of KwaZulu-Natal as a premier destination for tourism and economic development. Having already visited Durban on 28 March and Nairobi on 5 April, the All Stars tour will culminate in the inaugural MTV Africa All Stars concert in Durban, South Africa, on 18 May 2013, headlined by entertainment icon and multi-platinum artist Snoop Lion (@SnoopLion), aka Snoop Dogg. The Reincarnated rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, actor and reality star will perform alongside the most popular contemporary artists from across the African continent at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Peoples Park, Durban. The concert will subsequently broadcast around the world as part of MTVs acclaimed World Stage franchise on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and MTVs global TV network.

Date: April 13th, 2013.
Time: 9:00PM
Venue: Federal Palace Hotel, 6-8 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Fee: N5,000

ABUJA YOUNG INTERPRENEURS (AYE) AWARDS

Description:
The countdown to the 2nd edition of The Abuja Young Entrepreneurs Awards has officially begun.
On Friday 19th April 2013, the event will be a night of glamour and entertainment with an exhibition, 16 awards, music, comedy, and a fashion show.
Hosted by Bovi and Chigul, the event will feature musical performances by Praiz, Burna Boy, Di’Ja and Ice Prince. Comedian Tee-A  and dance group Krump Studios will also be present to entertain you.

Date: April 19th, 2013.
Time: 6:00PM
Venue: The Abuja International Conference Centre, Abuja.
Fee: Regular N5,000 | Student/Corper (Valid ID required) N2500 | VIP N20,000 | Table of 8 N150,000
For a chance to win tickets to the show, follow @ayeawards, @venussbay and @abujafood on Twitter
Contact Number: 08098389882
Email: info@ayeawards.com
Twitter Account: @ayeawards
Website: www.ayeawards.com

RED BALL FOR CHARITY

Description:
Experience an evening of glitz, glam and an engaging conversation in support of cervical cancer awareness/prevention at Eve Afrique’s Red Ball for Charity.
Eve Afrique, a family and lifestyle magazine connecting Nigeria’s South-South to the world is set to host the 3rd edition of this charity ball at the Grace Event Centre.
The event will focus on cervical cancer awareness and prevention in partnership with the Medical Women Association of Nigeria. There will be free pap smear tests for the first women to register.

Date: April 21st, 2013.
Time: 4:00PM
Venue: Grace Event Centre, 3B Evo Road, GRA Phase II, Port Harcourt, Rivers.
Fee: N5,000
Contact Number: 08033095050 | 08091542466 | 08060030449 | 08098652036

NIGERIAN ENTERTAINMENT CONFERENCE DEBUT

Description:
The conference, is an invaluable initiative needed at this critical time in our industry, to steer the different sectors and associated elements, in the appropriate direction, according to NET founder Ayeni Adekunle.
Nigerian Entertainment Conference, Ayeni says, will cover all the sectors associated with the entertainment industry. These include Fashion, Music, Movies/Films, and Media. Others are Sports, Arts, IT, Comedy and Events.
To hold at the Eko Hotel and Suites, the first-of-its-kind conference, Ayeni says, will feature sessions on Nollywood, Music, Media, and more, as well as the inaugural NET Honours to reward distinguished practitioners.

The theme of the conference is building the industry of our dreams.

Confirmed speakers include Kennis founder and CEO Keke Ogungbe, iconic writer and producer Amaka Igwe, GM Consumer Marketing MTN Nigeria Kola Oyeyemi, and Charterhouse Ghana founder Iyiola Ayoade while the likes of star actress Nse Ikpe-Etim, Headies founder Ayo Animashaun, filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, comedian Tee A, singer-songwriter Darey, entrepreneur Steve Babaeko, recording artiste Weird MC, the iconic DJ Jimmy JATT, National Mirror MD Steve Ayorinde, new media expert Elo Umeh, writer Tolu Ogunlesi, AGN president Ibinabo Fiberesima and Chocolate City president Audu Maikori will serve on different panels. More speakers and panelists will be announced.

Date: April 26th, 2013.
Time: 12:00PM
Venue: Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Fee: N/A

Rocktation: ABUJA YOUNG INTERPRENEURS (AYE) AWARDS

Description:
The countdown to the 2nd edition of The Abuja Young Entrepreneurs Awards has officially begun.
On Friday 19th April 2013, the event will be a night of glamour and entertainment with an exhibition, 16 awards, music, comedy, and a fashion show.
Hosted by Bovi and Chigul, the event will feature musical performances by Praiz, Burna Boy, Di’Ja and Ice Prince. Comedian Tee-A  and dance group Krump Studios will also be present to entertain you.

Date: April 19th, 2013.
Time: 6:00PM
Venue: The Abuja International Conference Centre, Abuja.
Fee: Regular N5,000 | Student/Corper (Valid ID required) N2500 | VIP N20,000 | Table of 8 N150,000
For a chance to win tickets to the show, follow @ayeawards, @venussbay and @abujafood on Twitter
Contact Number: 08098389882
Email: info@ayeawards.com
Twitter Account: @ayeawards
Website: www.ayeawards.com

Win Free tickets for the AYE Awards (Abuja residents only)

The 2013 AYE Awards will be happening on the 19th of April at the international conference center. Normally you'd pay N5000 to get each of these tickets but we're giving it away for free.

The first two persons who send answers with the code AFAYE2013 to info@ayeawards.com win!

Goodluck!

1) Who are the hosts of the AYE Awards 2013?
2) Who are the performing musicians at The AYE Awards this year?

Deadline is 7 PM on April 17th!

No need to post answers on this thread just follow the instructions! Thanks!

Peers Academy’s Free ICT/Telecoms Training for the less privileged

Description:
You are invited to take part in Peers Academy’s organized free ICT/Telecoms training for the less privileged in the society. The objective for this training is to help orphans and less privilege to develop a means of livelihood as well as build a career track that they can pursue for a lifetime. This week, attendees will go through practicals on what they’ve been taught so far. Admission is free for all.

Date: Friday 12th April 2013 – Saturday 13th April 2013
Fee: Free
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 08033462964 | e-mail tundepeers@gmail.com

BACK 2 DA FUTURE

Description:
An Alternative Club night going down in Lagos that connects the Past, and the Future Of Nigerian, African, and Global Club Music Culture. Featuring main DJ’s Afrologic, and Benji with Live Percussion by Wura Samba, and Samson (IROKO), along with saxophonists Seun Olota and Sam Ade. Admission is free for all.

Date: Friday 12th April 2013
Time: 7 PM
Venue: Bogobiri House, 9 Maitama Sule, Ikoyi, Lagos

African Artists’ Foundation (AAF) presents The Maker: New Contemporaries

Description:
The Inaugural edition of The Maker: New Contemporaries will take place at the African Artists’ Foundation this Saturday. The event is a platform for emerging artists to present their portfolios to a wide art. All new contemporaries are final year students, recent graduates or self taught artists who are increasingly standing out as rising stars of the Nigerian arts scene. Each participant will have a maximum of 10 minutes to present their work via projection to a diverse audience of artists, curators, critics, patrons and the press.

Date: Saturday 13th April 2013
Time: 12 Noon
Venue: African Artists’ Foundation, 54 Raymond Njoku Street, Ikoyi, Lagos

Chill and Relax presents April Frills

The April edition of Chill & Relax, a performance poetry and spoken word open mic event will take place this Sunday. Tagged April Frills, the event will feature Lagos’ finest poets. Admission is free for all.

Date: Sunday 14th April 2013
Time: 3 PM
Venue: 16, Abeni Close, ASA Estate, off Ayodele Okeowo street, after Deeper Life church, Soluyi Gbagada, Lagos

Talents @ Gidi

Description:
Talents @ gidi (t@g) is an event organised by G.R.I.P.time. It is a platform to showcase live music, poetry, spoken word, comedy and majorly network with like minds. All artistes will be supported by a live band. There will be lots of side attractions including wine tasting, free cocktails, free gifts and coupons. The event is sponsored by La Mango and Kola Kuddus Couture. Admission is free every Sunday in April.

Date: Sunday 14th April 2013
Time: 6 PM
Venue: La Mango Restaurant & Bar, 2 Adekunle Fajuyi Way, GRA, Ikeja

OLIVA TWEEST

Description:
The Marimba Project present Oliva Tweest, an Afrobeat Musical broadway show inspired by D’banj‘s single Oliver Twist. The show will feature cameo appearances by comedians Eddie Kadi and A Dot Comedian. For tickets, log on to http:///olivatweestmusical | call 0844 482 9674

Date: Monday 15th April 2013
Time: 7:45 PM
Venue: Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue London W1D 7ES, United Kingdom

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