Watch the First Episode of Sayo Aluko’s “Abata” on Ruggedboots TV

 

Award-winning Nollywood Producer & Director Sayo Aluko has released episode one of his hilarious web series, “Abata,” (Muddy Waters) and this first episode stars Funsho Adeolu, Jumoke Odetola, Niyi Johnson, and other actors.

Celebrating UN International Youth Day with S.M.I.L.E’s Empowering Summit

The Strategy for Mentoring Initiative and Leadership Empowerment (S.M.I.L.E) once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering youth leadership and driving positive change as it successfully hosted the Youth Leadership Summit and commemorated the United Nations International Youth Day.

The event, which took place at the Regal Hall Oregun Lagos on Saturday, August 12th 2023, brought together over 600 guests which including young leaders, undergraduates, entrepreneurs, professionals, and advocates from diverse backgrounds to engage in thought-provoking discussions, dynamic workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities.

The event kicked off with a warm welcome and house rules set by the compere, setting the tone for a day of meaningful engagement. The Nigerian National Anthem was beautifully rendered by saxophonist Oluwafemi Omomowo, creating a patriotic ambience that resonated with the spirit of unity and empowerment.

The opening remarks by Olabisi Ibitayo, CEO of Limelight EduConsult, marked the beginning of a journey filled with insights, inspiration, and transformation. The event seamlessly transitioned into the United Nations International Youth Day segment, focused on the theme “Green Skills for Youth: Towards A Sustainable World.”

The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Nigeria, Matthias Schmale conveyed the United Nations Secretary-General’s message by Antonio Guterres, emphasizing the pivotal role of youth in shaping a sustainable future. A video message by Jayathma Wickramanayake, the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth, further underscored the importance of youth-driven initiatives in addressing global challenges.

The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Nigeria, Matthias Schmale, also delivered a special remark that highlighted the importance of youth acquiring green skills to enable them to access green jobs and foster a sustainable world.

The event was also designed to create a lively atmosphere of excitement, energy and relaxation.

The event continued with a deep dive into success strategies through the session “Visioning and Developing a Strategic Road Map for Success’ by Gbenga Folayan, Managing Partner of Rossette Consulting and member of S.M.I.L.E’s Board of Trustees. He shared valuable insights and tools for crafting a roadmap for personal and professional success.

Stepping into the spotlight, Idy Enang, CEO of Corporate Shepherds/ President of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria(NIMN) and a cherished member of S.M.I.L.E’s Board of Trustees led an insightful session on the art of Branding Yourself, Your Ideas and Initiatives

A major highlight of the event was a spotlight competition tagged “pitch-a-thon” moderated by Tobi Olaitan. It was so exhilarating to watch these promising young leaders pitch their ideas to the audience and judges. From the preliminary stage to the final stage of the competition, we saw the young participants deploy their networking, negotiating and public speaking skills to convince the judges about the potency of their ideas.

After a keenly contested competition that also had a person with a disability in the final stage, three winners emerged namely:

First Position: Mustapha Olorunwa Najmudeen
Second Position: Opeyemi Adeyemo
Third Position: Divine Ezendiokwere

Movie Alert: Official Poster and Release Date for “Mikolo“ Movie by Niyi Akinmolayan

 Nigerian filmmaker Niyi Akinmolayan has shared the official release date for his upcoming kids-centred live-action film titled “Mikolo.”

Watch the Official Trailer for Kunle Afolayan’s “Anikulapo”

The trailer for “Anikulapo,” a film produced by Nigerian filmmaker and actor Kunle Afolayan, is finally here.

The film, which formed part of the Netflix multi-title agreement with Kunle Afolayan, is a one-of-a-kind mystical folklore drama revolving around the life of Saro, a young zealous man seeking greener pastures in the great Oyo Kingdom. However, unfolding events and his illicit affair with the king’s wife, Arolake, lead to his untimely death and an encounter with Akala, a mystical bird believed to give and take life.

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JOIN OUR ONLINE INDUCTION FORUM FOR 2022 ONLINE COURSE ACADEMIC SESSION.

Nollywood’s Star, Ini Dima-Okojie Tied The Knot Traditionally To The Love Of Her Life, Abasi Ene-Obong

Nollywood’s rising star, Ini Dima-Okojie tied the knot traditionally to the love of her life, Abasi Ene-Obong, on Saturday, May 21, 2022.

Ini and Abasi announced their engagement on social media in June 2021, marking the beginning of their forever journey. Abasi proposed after two years of courtship. The couple got legally married on Thursday, May 19, 2022.

“Glamour Girls” Is Coming Back To The Screens: Check Out the Official Cast Posters

 

“Glamour Girls” is coming back to the screens with a fresh new cast, and we have your very first look at the cast posters.

Nollywood rising stars Toke Makinwa and Temisan ‘Taymesan’ Emmanuel will star alongside Sharon Ooja, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Joselyn Dumas, and Segilola Ogidan in the forthcoming remake of the 1994 Nollywood classic “Glamour Girls,” produced by Abimbola Craig.

Watch The Trailer for Inkblot’s New Movie “The Blood Covenant”

“The Blood Covenant” is a cautionary story about how even those with the greatest intentions may be captivated by the fast life, starring Tobi Bakre, Erica Nlewedim, Alexx Ekubo, Shawn Faqua, Uzor Arukwe, Omowunmi Dada, and a slew of others.

Francis Duru, Monalisa Chinda, Charles Inojie, star in Stage Play ‘Philomena’ Live in Portharcourt | February 11th-14th

K’Ike Productions, a theatre-focused production company, is shutting down Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital from February 11 till 14 with a stage play, Philomena, featuring heavyweights of Nollywood, Charles Inojie, ‘Lucky Johnson’ in popular television comedy, ‘The Johnsons’, Monalisa Chinda, Nollywood A-Lister and talk show host, Francis Duru, Ejike Asiegbu, Don Kester, Tammy Abusi and a host of others.

Happy New Year, Dear Esteemed Ruggedboots Mafians! Let’s Go Into 2022 With A Positive Vibe

Hey Ruggedboots Mafians… HAPPY NEW YEAR!

At Ruggedboots, we had a PRETTY amazing 2021! As a team, as a community and even in our individual lives, we kinda crushed 2021. This is not saying that it was an easy breezy ride! Nuh uh… Nope, it had its challenges, but at every pit stop, we re-fuelled, re-strategized, and got back on track… full throttle.

So in this vein, we’re very motivated and inspired to go into 2022 with a positive vibe!

Upwards and onward, people! Don’t forget… We LOVE YOU!

We wish you a very blessed and amazing New Year. Be Inspired.

Lots of love from Ruggedboots

AY Makun’s Upcoming Film “Christmas in Miami” Hit Cinemas From December 24th

What happens when 6 families from 6 countries come under one roof for Christmas? You get to find out in AY Makun’s upcoming film “Christmas In Miami” coming to cinemas on December 24.

This is the fourth instalment in the Akpos film series, following “30 Days in Atlanta,” “A Trip to Jamaica,” and “Ten Days in SunCity.” 

Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) 17th Edition Scheduled for November 28, 2021

 

The founder of the Africa Movie Academy Awards, has highlighted the planned events ahead of the 17th edition of the awards ceremony.

Anyiam-Osigwe presented members of the AMA team and her intentions to achieve 100 in 18 months during a press conference. Abiola Durodola and Oyinkan Talabi are the team’s newest additions. Durodola and Talabi will be joined by AMA director Babajide Fadoju and Steve Ayorinde, the 17th edition’s jury president. 

'Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story' Will Premiere On The Streaming Platform In July.

 

Directed by Ramsey Nouah, 'Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story' retells Amaka Igwe's classic story of Ahanna, a young man who sets up a gang of multitalented robbers following his mother and uncle's betrayal. The Armandas thrive till they meet their waterloo.
 

The film stars Stan Nze, Bucci Franklin, Osas Ighodaro, Tobi Bakre, Odera Adimorah, Emeka Nwagbaraocha, Brutus Richards as well as Nollywood veterans Chinyere Wilfred, Chiwetelu Agu, Ejike Asiegbu, Nobert Young, Gloria Young and Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde.

Stand To End Rape (STER) Hosts three-day Workshop in Adamawa to Prepare Stakeholders for the VAPP Act’s Implementation

 

Stand To End Rape Initiative (STER), with support from the Joint EU-UN Spotlight Initiative, hosted a three-day capacity-building workshop to build the capacity of stakeholders towards recognizing the importance of the law and the benefits of its implementation, particularly for women and girls in Adamawa State. This is following the passage of the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Bill by the State House of Assembly in Adamawa. 

Movie Alert: Watch Official Trailer For Udoka Oyeka’s Comedy Film “The Razz Guy”

Trino Motion Pictures has premiered the official trailer for the forthcoming film “The Razz Guy” which sheds light on the reality that there are two sides to every man, directed by Udoka Oyeka. 

UK Based Gospel Artist, Remilekun Has Released The Video For Her New Single "Revelations"

 

Taking its inspiration from the bible's last chapter, Revelation 15: 3b & 4, the song "Revelations" is certain to transport you in deep worship to the throne room of the Most High God. 

RBChat For This Week: What Will You Do Differently If A Second Lockdown Is Announced.

 

See the response of people when they are asked to speak on the possible Second Lockdown due to covid-19

Register for the online Phyllion Tech Conference 2020

Phyllion Tech PR Conference is a convergence of players in the technology and communications ecosystem. This conference will harp on technological transformation and reward worthy tech-preneurs who have discovered innovative ways of solving problems in their environment.

Date: Friday, July 17, 2020
Time: 12:00pm and 2:30pm.
Theme: “Embracing Technology Transformation in Africa, What Next,”

The Phyllion Tech PR Conference is divided into sessions
A panel session will be delivered by a fine crop of thought-led panelists; Yomi-Badejo-Okusanya, GMD, CMC Connect, and President, African Public Relations Association (APRA) who will give the Keynote address, Ayeni Adekunle, Group CEO, Black House Media Group, Ophylia Temi Ibekwe, Founder Phyllion & Partners, representing the communications sector. Emmanuel Asika, Channel Head, Hewlett Packard Central Africa, Tomiwa Aladekomo of Big Cabal (Techcabal & Zikoko), Tosin Faniro-Dada, Head, Startups (Lagos Innovates) – ‎Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Funmi Eniolorunda, the COO of Venture Garden Group and Segun Iffie, Global Service Delivery Manager, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, operated by Selectium Nigeria, for the tech industry.


A major highlight of the day is the pitch session which will see start-ups pitch their product solution to a panel of judges in the bid to secure an investment or support seed fund. The start-up pitch panel will have Managing Director, HP Central Africa, Ify Afe, CEO Edgebase Technologies, Joel Egbai, US-based Digital Business Transformation Strategist, Ogechi Chidebell, and Mo Durosinmi-Etti, Program Manager at the Bulb Africa.



The Phyllion Tech Conference is a 1-Day technology panel discussion aimed at awakening the consciousness of African business owners, the tech ecosystem, and stakeholders to how technology can be leveraged to survive and thrive.

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Watch Teaser For The Highly Anticipated Psychological Thriller “La Femme Anjola”

The teaser has been released for the highly anticipated psychological thriller, “La Femme Anjola” directed by Mildred Okwo.

Watch Official Trailer For Netflix's Second African Original Series, ' Blood and Water'.

Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for 'Blood and Water', its second African original series.