“Style by Zenith” Fair Holds December 29th & 30th, 2018

The fair, which is absolutely free and open to all, would gather all of the society’s biggest players from the food, fashion, media, automobile, accessories, music and arts industries who would converge for mind-blowing experiences – music concerts, runway shows, exhibitions – one that can best be pictured only when experienced.

Season Greetings With Love From The Ruggedboots Team

Happy Holidays and Season Greetings!

With all the love in our hearts, we wish you a very merry Christmas. Thank you for being part of our lives in 2018 and we look forward to an even more amazing 2019.

Thank you for your wonderful comments and your constant contributions.

We hope you have a merry Christmas day and do tell us how you are going to spend the day.

Lots of love
The Ruggedboots Team.

 

Plan To Attend ‘Style By Zenith’ Event on December 29th & 30th @ Four Point Sheraton, Lagos

Date: 29th & 30th December, 2018

Venue: Open Ground Hall

Four Point Sheraton

Victoria Island

Lagos

Time: 9am

Watch The New Trailer for BB Sasore's Movie 'GOD CALLING'

The producers of one of the most Anticipated films of the year GOD CALLING just released the trailer of the film. 

Watch Rita Dominic, Joke Silva & Kalu Ikeagwu In A New Movie Trailer ‘Light In The Dark’

AMVCA Winner Ekene Som Mekwunye makes his directing debut in a feature film with the movie titled Light In The Dark.

‘The Event Xperience Africa 2019 ’ | Tuesday, January 15th – Thursday, January 17th |

Nigeria’s pioneer event planner and Founder, Zapphaire Events, Funke Bucknor-Obruthe, has announced the launch of the maiden edition of ‘The Event Xperience Africa’, which will be held between Tuesday, January 15th – Thursday, January 17th, 2019.

2018 PoS Innovation Summit Holds Wednesday, December 12th 2018

Date: Wednesday, December 12th, 2018
Time: 6:30 pm
Venue: The Wheatbaker, Ikoyi, Lagos

The establishment of the Shared Agent Network Expansion Facility (SANEF), powered by the Central Bank of Nigeria and Deposit Money Banks, aims to accelerate financial inclusion in Nigeria.

Frederick Leonard Has Released The Official Poster For His New Film Titled ‘Grey’.

Nollywood actor Frederick Leonard has released the official poster for his self-produced film titled ‘Grey’.

Watch Rita Dominic, Kalu Ikeagwu & Joke Silva In A New Movie Trailer 'Light in the dark'

Rita Dominic and Kalu Ikeagwu have featured in a Riverside production, 'Light in the dark.'

Scheduled for release on January 25, 2019, the movie also features Joke Silva, Ngozi Nwosu, Saidi Balogun, Kiki Omeili, Nonso Odogwu, Abimbola Ademoye, Big Mickey, Prince Unigwe, Angel Onyinyechi Unigwe, Doddy Abili, Richard Kanayo Mekwunye, Maxwell Ihuoma and Marie Awolaja.

EbonyLife Films Have Released The Behind The Scenes For Their latest Production "Chief Daddy"

Chief Daddy tells the story of billionaire industrialist Chief Beecroft, a flamboyant benefactor to a large extended family of relatives, household staff and assorted mistresses. Chief lives large like there’s no tomorrow, until the day he dies suddenly and the ‘bullion van’ stops.

Video Alert: Samsoft In Power To Reign

SamSoft whose real name is Samuel Soft Akhimienho, a multiple award winning music artist popularly called the king of gospel Afrocentric hip-hop. He is a platinum selling artist based in the United States of America and he drops his new super amazing music video for the song “Power To Reign“.

2018 Cowbellpedia Secondary Schools TV Quiz Show - Akinfoluhan Akinleye & Chinedu Mgbemena Crowned ‘Kings Of Mathematics’

13-year-old Akinfoluhan Akinleye of The Ambassadors College, Ota, Ogun State emerge as the Cowbellpedia junior category winner, while 17-year-old Chinedu Mgbemena of Graceland International School, Port Harcourt was the senior category winner.

AFRIFF 2018 WINNERS

SHORTS COMPETITION

Best Short
NIGERIA: Coat of Harms by Stanlee Ohikuare

Best Animation
UGANDA: A Kalabanda Ate My School Work by Raymond Malinga

Video Alert: Angel Opomulero In Iba

The Year 2018 have obviously been an awesome journey for the versatile singer and songwriter “Angel Opomulero”, riding on the success of her previously released singles New Dawn and God Abeg earlier in the year.

Watch Trailer for 2D Animated Movie “The Passport of Mallam Ilia”

Magic Carpet Studios is currently producing an animation of Cyprian Ekwensi‘s classic “The Passport of Mallam Ilia”.

The 2D animated movie project, is a story of love, vengeance and conquest set in ancient Northern Nigeria in the 19th century.

The Social Media Awards 2018 Hold On 17th November @ Oriental Hotels, Victoria Island Lagos.

Date: November 17, 2018.
Venue: Oriental hotels, Victoria Island Lagos.
Time: 4PM
Dress code: Black Tie

 

The 2018 Edition of The Wedding Showcase Holds November 22nd-25th

Date: 

Thursday, November 22nd- Friday, November 23rd
Venue: 

The Exhibition: Golden Royale Hall, Bisala road, 

Independence layout, Enugu

‘Power of 1’ Movie Hit Cinemas From December 7th

Filmmaker Izu Ojukwu, who is responsible for the award-winning film 76, has released the teaser for his latest production ‘Power of 1′

The film stars Ramsey Nouah, Alexx Ekubo, Annie Idibia, Jibola Dabo, Jide Kosoko, Lucy Ameh, Padita Agu, Michelle Dede, Rachel Oniga, Degri Emmanuel, Elvina Ibru, Nwanne Okafor, IgoSave, Bimbo Manuel and IK Osakioduwa.

Watch Enyinna Nwigwe, Bimbo Akintola & Segun Arinze In A New Movie Trailer ‘Baby Steps’

Wheels Pictures presents their latest production ‘Baby Steps‘ written, produced and directed Willis Ikedum.

Baby Steps tells the story of a Casanova who wakes up one morning and finds a baby at his doorstep. He must juggle work and lifestyle with being an emergency father.

Meet & Greet In Dubai With Galia Fahd, The Wardrobe Manager & Patrick Ayanski - November 8th, 2018

Galia Fahd (Dubai based Designer), The Wardrobe Manager (Nigeria’s foremost bridal stylist) and Patrick Ayanski (renowned Aso Oke designer) are excited to announce that they will be holding a meet and greet session and free consultations for brides-to-be in Dubai.

Watch Official Trailer For EbonyLife Films’ ‘Chief Daddy’ Starring RMD, Funke Akindele Bello, Patience Ozokwor & Nkem Nwoh

This trailer takes audiences through three primary stages in the movie, beginning with the calm before the storm – showing life in the Beecroft household before Chief Daddy’s demise; the moment Chief Daddy dies and the different reactions to his death, and finally, the dramatic events that occur afterward.

New Music: Muyixy – ALL MY LIFE

Music star Muyixy, has released a new song recently ALL MY LIFE and we’re still loving it!

ALL MY LIFE written and arranged by Muyixy, is produced by Gbade Adetisola for Klinmix Studios under the 1026 label. This is a soulful RnB genre tune that explains the depth of God's faithfulness. It conotes a relationship that's beyond human comprehension. This ballad tune identifies Muyixy's musical dexterity, an experience that has spanned through decades of singing professionalism.

Watch Banky W, Adesua Etomi, Michele Dede, Kanayo O. Kanayo, and Rahama Sadau In A New Movie Teaser "Up North"

Up North is an Anakle Films and Inkblot production that explores love, friendships and family politics, all of which collide, creating memories to last viewers a lifetime.

PlusSize Fashion Week Africa Masterclass Holds On 4th November, 2018 @ Oriental Hotel, Lagos

Date: Saturday, November 3, 2018, and Sunday, November 4, 2018
Venue: Main Banquet Hall, Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The masterclass is aimed at helping plus-sized women see beyond their body size help them cultivate an attitude of positivity in every facet of life. The first Edition of its Masterclass themed ‘Glow up and Flawless’.

Yeloto African Children Foundation Is Back In Ghana December 11th-14th, 2018

Date: Tuesday, December 11th to Friday, December 14th, 2018
Venue: 3rd Lafa street, Awoshie, Accra-North, Ghana

The Yeloto African Children Foundation will be visiting Ghana from Tuesday, December 11th to Friday, December 14th, 2018. Yeloto seeks to positively impact the lives of impoverished children through the provision of basic necessities and education.

Doh-Ah, Gospel Music Group Consisting Of Three Sisters Release Their Official Music Video.

The new release titled “The Constant” is in both audio and video, song produced by Spiritualbeatz and the video by Carel Films.

Get captivated and also inspired by the visuals and sounds in this song, the message is clear and the pictures will get you locked in as you watch.

Afro Pop Gospel Minister Testimony aka Mr Jaga Releases The Visual Of His Single Tilted “Jehovah”.

Award winning energetic Afro pop Gospel Minister and song writer, Testimony aka Mr Jaga releases the visual of his trending single tilted “Jehovah”.

The Fashion Souk by Eventful Holds On Sunday, November 25th 2018

The Fashion Souk 2.0 will take place on Sunday, November 25th at Harbour Point, Lagos from 11 am to 9 pm.

Over 200 people Attend Women In Leadership Conference 2018

The most insightful event yet had a usual mix of keynote addresses, networking, self- assessment tests and many more.

The 2018 Women in Leadership Conference which also doubled as the 3rd year anniversary of the Savvy Women's Circle was themed: Changing the rules of engagement.

The conference took place on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at the Lagos Oriental hotel.

‘Heaven on My Mind’ Stars Ini Edo, Mercy Aigbe, Adunni Ade and Uche Jombo Hit Cinemas From December 7th 2018

Nollywood actresses Uche Jombo and Ini Edo have teamed up for a new film titled ‘Heaven on My Mind‘

The movie stars Mercy Aigbe, Ray Emordi, Andrea Chika Chukwu, Femi Adebayo, Adunni Ade and Eric Ogbonna and revolves around Ben Peters, who believes that marriage is a business transaction.

Kendor Consulting Presents Its October Training Programmes:

                                     Payroll Management Workshop

Date: 9 - 10 October 2018
Fee: N99,750

Tourism Virtual Summit 2018 Holds On September 24th-30th 2018

Date: September 24, 2018

The Tourism Summit is a 7-day online conference, which starts from the 24th to 30th September, 2018 where over 40 experts in the tourism industry and fields relating to the industry will share their insights into the tourism trends and developments in Nigeria.

Register For StartUp Grind 2018: Leveraging Technology For Recruitment And Education - September 22, 2018

Date: September 22, 2018

Time: 3:00PM

Startup Grind Lagos will be hosting the Nigeria graduates of South African Incubator, Injini, at our next meetup on Sept 22. Injinni is Africa's first edtech dedicated incubator & investor with a portfolio of 16 startups across 7 African countries in East, West & Southern Africa. 

Nollywood Actress & Producer Dayo Amusa Is Set To Release Her New Movie Titled “That Which Binds Us”

The thrilling movie produced by Dayo Amusa was directed by popular Nollywood actor Desmond Elliot and features top Nollywood actors like Uche Jombo, Mercy Aigbe, Chinyere Wilfred, Toyin Alausa as well as the producer herself.

Tru Mantra Releases A New Song Titled "Love Me" A Song Of Fervent Celebration.

It focuses on the love of God and the duo delivers this message in a completely unabashed fashion. The chorus makes it clear that the singer is steady with this love and every verse explores the depths of God’s love in gross detail.

Tech Review: The 3 Truths About Compression

In the beginning, God created the earth, people, global warming and then music. After listening to music he quickly created the volume fader.

One of God’s non-deterministic children became an audio engineer and through intense industry and research created the dynamic range ‘compressor.’

Ebony Life Films Has Released The First Teaser For It's Upcoming Movie, 'Chief Daddy.'

EbonyLife Films, producers of blockbuster movies The Wedding Party, The Wedding Party 2, and The Royal Hibiscus Hotel has released its first teaser for the upcoming movie, Chief Daddy, set to be released in cinemas on 14th December 2018.

Watch Trailer of A New Film "Between" By Daniel Ademinokan

Between is set in Atlanta, Georgia where Damasus plays the character of Chelsea Hollis, a very successful 36-year-old woman that has been married and divorced four times! She lives a double life as a white-collar worker by day and a party girl at night.

The Official Trailer Of Upcoming Movie ''Wings of A Dove'' Has Been Released.

The movie which is set around two young Northern girls, who are married off to men way older than them at a very tender age seeks freedom and equality for the girl child.

Genevieve talks ‘Lionheart’ on CNN

Genevieve Nnaji is currently Nollywood’s woman of the moment and this has a lot to with the huge success of her directorial debut Lionheart.

Lionheart premiered over the weekend at the Toronto International Film Festival to amazing reviews and a Netflix purchasing deal.

Here Is The List Of Winners At The Sixth Edition Of The Annual Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.

Best Sound Editor

Tatu - Kolade Morakinyo and Pius Fatoke WINNER
Idahaso Trails - Stanlee Ohikhuare
Alter Ego - Zezom Gnawni
Ojukokoro - Dayo Thompson
Hakkunde - James Coon Falcon


Best Picture Editor

Idemuza - Aloaye Omoake
18 Hours - Mark Maina WINNER
Alter Ego - Moses Inwang/Tunde Bakare
Hakkune - Asurf Oluseyi
Hidden - Jibril Mailafia
 

Best Lighting Designer Movie/TV Series

 
Tatu - Akpe Ododoru, Tunde Akinniyi WINNER
Kada River - Godwin Gata
Hidden - Agbo Kelly
Lotanna - McBaror
Children of Mud - Sunday Olalekan

 
Best Cinematography Movies/TV series

Tatu - Akpe Ododoru
Idemuza - Dickson Godwin
T-Junction - Lester Millado
The Torture - Rwamusigazi Kyakunzire
Okafor's Law - Yinka Edward WINNER
Alter Ego - Bishop Blunt/Adeoye Adeniyi

 
Best Costume/Designer Movie or TV Series

Tatu - Yolanda Okereke
Isoken - Jade Osiberu
Potato Potahto - Christie Brown
Hakkunde - Joan Gbefwi
The Bridge - Ngozi Obasi and James Bessinone WINNER

 
Best Short Film/Online Video

The Housewife - Jay Franklin Jituboh
Tolu - Nadine Ibrahim
Penance - Micheal Ama Psalmist' Akinrogunde WINNER
Lodgers - Ken Ogunlola
Tanwa, The Child We Wanted - Adenike Adebayo

 
Best Documentary

The Flesh Business - Dennis Wanjohi WINNER
Nightfall in Lagos - James Amuta
God's Wives - Bolanle Olukanni
Omidan, Styles Defunct by Ayaworanho3d - Aderemi Davies
Calabar Carnival: What the People Think - Oghenefego Ofili

 
Best Make Up Artist Movie/TV Series

Tatu - Thelma Ozy Smith, Hakeem Effect Onilogbo WINNER
Ojukokoro - Sandra Oyiana
What Lies Within - Cynthia Ububa
Disguise - Hakeem Effect
Lotanna - Nnenna Emekalam

 
Best Art Director

Isoken - Jade Osiberu
Tatu - Don Omope, Yolanda Okereke, Segun Arinze, Tolu Awobiyi
Children of Mud - Imoh Umoren
Lotanna - Tunji Afolayan WINNER
Idahaso Trails - Stanlee Ohikhuare
Hidden - Jibril Mailafia

 
Best Soundtrack Movies/TV Series

M0 - Tom Koroluk
Banana Island Ghost - Enyi Omeruah and Funbi Ogunbanwo
Bella - Andrew Ahuura
Tatu - Evelle WINNER
Idahosa Trails - Oriri Osayamore

18 Hours - Jacktone Okore

 
Best Indigenous Language Movie or TV Series - Swahili

Super Modo - Sarika Hemi Lhakani WINNER

 
Best Indigenous Language Movie or TV Series - Hausa

Mansoor - Ali Nuhu WINNER
Umar Sanda - Kamal S Alkali
Dadin Kowa Sabon Salo - Arewa24
Uwar Bari - Hamisu Lamido Iyantama
Rashinsani - Tiana Johnson

 
Best Indigenous Language Movies or TV Series - Yoruba

Alakiti - Abiodun Jimoh, Jumoke Odetola
Adaba - Adebayo Salami
Etiko Onigedu - Femi Adebayo WINNER
Egun Iran Kinni - Oyindamola Awotidebe
Ogun Sengese - Ibironke Ojo

 
Best Indigenous Language Movies or TV Series - Igbo

Bound - Lilian Afegbai WINNER
Ofuobi - Victor Oyke
Uwa Na Eme Nyughari - Tiana Johnson
Oge Nkem - Tiana Oboyi Johnson
Ego Malaysia - Iyooh James Chidozie

 
Best TV/Drama/Comedy series

Gina and Friends - Paul Igwe
Professor Johnbull - Tchidi Chikere
Papa Ajasco Reloaded - Wale Adenuga
This Is It - Dolapo Adeleke WINNER
Relatives - Tunde Adegbola

 
Best Movie East Africa

18 Hours - Phoebe Ruguru WINNER
Devil's Chest - Hassan Mageye
The Forbidden - Kizito Samuel Saviour
Rain - Mathew & Eleanor Nabwiso
Bella - Math Bish

 
Best Movie West Africa
 

Potato Potahto - Shirley Frimpong-Manso
Alter Ego - Moses Inwang - Esther Eyibo
Isoken - Jade Osiberu WINNER
Tatu - Don Omope, Yolanda Okereke, Segun Arinze, Tolu Awobiyi
Children of Mud - Imoh Umoren
Lotanna - Ifan Micheal

 
Best Movie Southern Africa

Descent - Awal Abdulfatai
The Road to Sunrise - Shemu Joyah WINNER
Salute! - Phillipe Talavera
Jomako Black Democracy - Abraham Kabwe
Nyasaland - Joyce Mhango Chavula
Trail Blazer Award
Bisola Aiyeola WINNER
Industry Merit Award

Tunde Kelani WINNER

 
Best Writer Movie/TV Series
Idemuza - Alaoye Omoake
Soul Tie - Kehinde Joseph
Idahosa Trails - Stanlee Ohikhuare
18 Hours - Njue Kevin
The Torture - Mulindwa Richard
Alter Ego - Patrick Nnamani/Koye O/Moses Inwang WINNER
Hakkunde - Tomi Adesina

 
Best Supporting Actress

Toyin Abraham - Tatu
Dorcas Shola Fapson - Banana Island Ghost
Funlola Afofiyebi-Riami - Tatu
Ebele Okaro - Blackrose
Lydia Forson - Isoken WINNER
Emem Inwang - Alter Ego

 
Best Supporting Actor

Saidi Balogun - Banana Island Ghost
Tomiwa Edun - Banana Island Ghost
Falz - New Money WINNER
Kunle Idowu - Idahosa Trails
Gabriel Afolayan - Okafor's Law
Wale Ojo - Betrayal

 
Best Actress in a comedy and TV series

Rita Dominic - Big Fat Lie
Adesua Etomi - 10 days in Sun city
Queen Nwokoye - Excess Luggage
Bimbo Ademoye - Backup Wife
Dakore Akande - Isoken
Nyce Wanueri - Auntie Boss WINNER

 
Best Actor in a comedy

Kalu Ikeagwu- Dr Meekam
IK Ogbonna - Excess Luggage
Blossom Chukwujekwu - The Big Fat Lie
Odunlade Adekola - A Million Baby WINNER
OC Ukeje - Potato Potahto
Jimmy Olukoya - Guy Man

 
Best Actress in a Drama/TV Series

Agaba Joan - The Torture
Keira Hewatch - The Witness Box
Miriam Kayode - Children of Mud
Cinderella Sanyu - Bella
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde - Alter Ego WINNER
Lilian Echelon - Black Rose

 
Best Actor in a Drama Series

Wale Ojo - Alter Ego
Kalu Ikeagwu - Benevolence
Rushabiro Raymond - The Torture
Adjetey Anang - Keteke WINNER
Adjetey Anang - Sidechic Gang
Chris Attoh - Esohe

 
Best Director

Moses Inwang - Alter Ego
Aloaye Omoake - Idemuza
Asurf Oluseyi - Hakkunde
Don Omope - Tatu
Jade Osiberu - Isoken WINNER
Mulindwa Richard - The Torture
Shirley Frimpong-Manso - Potato Potahto
 

Best Overall Movie

Potato Potahto - Shirley Frimpong-Manso
Alter Ego - Moses Inwang
18 Hours - Phoebe Ruguru WINNER
Devil's Chest - Hassan Mageye
Descent - Awal Abdulfatai
The Road to Sunrise - Shemu Joyah

Join Ignite GLA’s Fellowship On Saturday, September 1st

Date: Saturday, September 1st, 2018
Time: 4.00 pm
Venue: Guiding Light Assembly, Parkview Estate, Ikoyi.

Cobhams, Falz, Adekunle Gold to Dazzle AMVCA 2018 Stage

Lighting up the stage at the sixth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) on Saturday, 1 September are some of Nigeria’s biggest and award-winning musicians including song writer and producer, Cobhams Asuquo, rapper and song writer, Falz and highlife singer, Adekunle Gold.

Are You A Lover Of Spoken Word Poetry? If Yes, Attend Demystifying Technology Hangout This Friday, August 31st

Date: Friday, August 31, 2018
Time: 5 pm
Venue: Impact Hub, 14 Gerrard Road, Ikoyi Lagos

Scanfrost Launches Its Third Flagship Store ‘House Of Scanfrost’ In Lagos

Fans of good quality products and excellent customer service have something new to get excited about as Nigeria’s leading home appliance manufacturer, Scanfrost opened her 3rd flagship store at Circle Mall, Lekki. The official launch was attended by friends and partners of the brand, including Sisi Yemmie who is a long time customer of the brand and testified to the reliability of her Scanfrost cooker at the event

IK and Minnie Dlamini Return As Hosts For The 6th AMVCAs

With the voting period officially closed, all is now set for the 2018 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) holding at the Eko Hotel & Suites in Lagos on Saturday, 1 September. Viewers can tune in to watch the show live on all Africa Magic channels on DStv and GOtv from 4pm WAT.

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s Movie “Farming” Set To Premiere On The 8th Of September @2018 Toronto International Film Festival.

"Farming" will have its world premiere on the 8th of September at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival. The movie is one of the films in the Discovery section for this year, along with Genevieve Nnaji’s "LionHeart" among others.

Tech Review: 8 Frequency Viruses You Need To EQ From Your Mix's Immune System

A brief visit to the hospital early this month, gave me a different perspective on mixing music.

Specifically when it comes to EQ.

Isn't EQ'ing a mix kind of like healing something that's sick?

You can look at it like hospital or clinic. Your mix is brought in with a case of boxy drums or nasally vocals and you take out your frequency scalpels and get to work.

Watch Trailer For Genevieve Nnaji’s “Lionheart” Starring Pete Edochie, Nkem Owoh and Onyeka Onwenu

The movie follows Genevieve who plays Adaeze, a level-headed executive in her father’s bus company, Lionheart Transport. Time and again, Adaeze has proven her keen ability to make a profit and to manage the most heated situations. But when her father falls ill, both her and her rival are passed over in favour of Adaeze’s less-than-suave uncle, Godswill.

Filmmaker Austine Lordlaz Released His Short Film "Home" For Public Viewing.

Home is the true life story of a 6-year old boy based in Calabar who was neglected by his parents.

Speaking on the inspiration for the film, Austine says, “I’m lending a voice to the fight against child neglect and abandonment in Calabar, Nigeria and the world at large through the film”