IS YOUR JOB TOO STRESSFUL

Is your job too Stressful?
Do you want to be your OWN BOSS?
Do you know the Business you can start from Home?

Passion is Important!

Vision is Workable!!

Knowledge is the Order!!!

Success is a Prerogative!!!!

International Women of Power Business Show (iWoP) 

is holding on 1st March 2014 at

 Regent’s Park, W1W 5EE, London

Time: 10a.m – 5p.m (Business Show)

After Party Dinner: 7.30 pm till Late

iWOP Business Show supports the Charities of  Year

The Sickle Cell Champion (Registered CiC: 8365466)

&

The Breast Cancer Care 

(Registered Charity: England & Wales 1017658, Scotland SC038104)

Book your FREE TICKET 

FEW EXHIBITION STALLS AVAILABLE - CHECK PACKAGES HERE

LOVE IS EVERYTHING

Love is everything when you meet your dream partner.

Dapo & Dami proved that last November when they celebrated their love in London UK.

Watch their wedding trailer . Beautiful.

Wedding Coordinator: Vanessa Oluwole

Reception Venue Stylist: LvLv Events Ltd

Caterer: Yummy Tummy

Live Band: Wale Adebanjo

Video & Photography: XW Media

Cake Baker: TY Cake Couture

The Best Wedding Surprise of the Year!

The Best Wedding Surprise, planned by the Groom.

Ryan Leak, 27, and Amanda Roman, 25, got engaged and married — ON THE SAME DAY— after Leak planned the whole day using ideas from Roman’s Pinterest board.

Leak overhear Roman telling a girlfriend one day that her dream was to get engaged and tie the knot in the same day. Well, Leak rose to the challenge and surprised her with an engagement & wedding on the same day. 

As if the day was not eventful enough already, he whisked her from Dallas to Miami where she was stunned to find 100 guests waiting to see them exchange vows.

If you want the Best Personalised Wedding please contact Award Winning LvLv Events Ltd for the Upscale Wedding Planning and Elegant Venue Styling on 07534921310 or www.eventsbylvlv.co.uk

http://www.pinterest.com/lvlvevents/pins/

SOUTH AFRICAN NELSON MANDELA IS DEAD

South Africa's first black president and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela has died, South Africa's president announced as broadcast on SKY News.

Mr Mandela, 95, led South Africa's transition from white-minority rule in the 1990s, after 27 years in prison.

He had been receiving intense home-based medical care for a lung infection after three months in hospital.

In a statement on South African national TV, MrJacob Zuma said Our Nation has lost its greatest son Mr Mandela and he is at peace in Johannesburg.  

May His Beautiful soul rest in Perfect Peace, Amen.

International Women of Power Business Show 2014

Women have been relegated to the kitchen in the last few decades but now with modernization and westernisation they are now celebrated in different fields of life.

International Women of Power is one of the platforms in United Kingdom where women gather to learn, network, celebrate their achievements with pomp on the red carpet.

The last Business show held last February at The Central Hall, Westminster Abbey had 8 Speakers including former Mayor of Enfield - Kate Anolue, Sonia Brown, MBE and The Apprentice Contestant - Kimberly Davies as Speakers, 8 seminars, 35 exhibitors, 50 Corporate Partners and 300 attendance.

Next year edition is in top gear, where 8 Powerful Women including CNN Hero - Muzvare Betty Makoni, Cheryl Henry -CEO Purple Page, Theresa Ashton-Lawrie - Founder Mum & Business, Usha Oliver - CEO Dare to Dream, Noreen Mak'Osewa - Motivational Listener & CEO Radical Leap, Sharon Cantle - CEO TechSpaceOne, Svietlana Lavrentidi - Founder Entrepreneurial Women Network and Vanessa Oluwole Founder iWOP Biz Show.

The Event is co-hosted by Holiday Inn Regent's Park, W1W 5EE, London and it promises to be fun.

There will be Business Clinics, Q & A Session to be anchored by Donna Africa (London Olympics 2012 Performer), Networking Opportunity, Sales, Product testing, After-party with Celebrity DJ Cuppy, 3 Course Dinner for Exhibitors and Speakers, luxury goody bags and it is FREE to attend the Business Show.

The Business Show is raising funds for The Breast Cancer Care and Sickle Cell Champions and generous donation are expected from the public.

FREE BUSINESS SHOW TICKET @  http://iwop.eventbrite.com.

Exhibition Stalls are available on 1st come 1st serve Basis, check pages at www.iwomenofpower.com

To Donate to this good cause, please click this link - Http://igg.me/at/iWoP/x/5438426

DEJI OF AKURE IS DEAD

                                                           Oba Adebiyi Adesida (1950 - 2013)

The Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom, Oba Adesida is dead.

The 1st Class Royal Family from Akure Kingdom of Ondo State, Nigeria celebrated his son's wedding just few weeks ago looking hail & hearty.

He died early hours of today after a brief illness aged 63 years.

He ascended the throne August 2010 after the deposed of the former Oba.

Official announcement will be made after 7 days according to traditional rites.

LIFE CHANGERS FOUNDATION AWARDS CELEBRATES

The Joy of changing people's lives was celebrated on 1st November 2013 at Marriot Hotel Bexleyheath where 48 nominees and their families celebrated their achievements. 20 winners scooped various awards in different categories.

The Director of Operations of Life Chargers Foundation, Mrs Sheri Adegbesan in her welcome speech thanked all the guests and friends for attending the prestigious event. She stated that the foundation is celebrating their successes thereby bringing about change to our community by offering a helping hand to the less fortunate people in our society.

The Winners are: -
ARTS & CULTURE CHAMPION - Malcolm Benson
BEST ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNER - Olori Grace Alli-Tijani
BEST DEV & INITIATIVE AWARD - Mrs Bunmi Dipo-Salami
BEST PRACTICE AWARD - Ibrahim Kwame Asante
BEST REPLICABLE PROJECT - Linda Malukutu
CIVIC LEADER AWARD - Cllr Adedamola Aminu
CORPORATE COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AWARD - Rev Cosmos Milton Job
EXEMPLARY BUSINESS AWARD - Vanessa Oluwole
FEMALE PERSONALITY AWARD - Dr Nkem Thompson
INT'LL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - Sarah Ngoma
LIFE TIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - Alice Ukoko
MALE PERSONALITY AWARD - Bimbo Folayan-Roberts
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT - Sheila Keeling
RISING STAR AWARD - Mayowa Justpraise
YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR - Lola Ogunbadejo

Special Recognition were given to King of Couture - Adebayo Jones; Professor Dr Maysaa El Sayed Zaki; Mr Perm Goyal OBE and Mrs Folayemi Jones-Laguda.

There were fashion shows by Adebayo Jones & Leah African Design and International Designer, Marco Marcu donated a wedding dress plus accessories which was auctioned on the night. 3 course Buffet Dinner, Traditional Dancers and Poetry Rendition entertained the guests.

The event was hosted by Dayo Olomu and Lady Anita Duckworth-Bradshaw and the venue was decorated by Royal Events Decoration in the Event's theme, bling and green.

Hosts - Anita Bradshaw & Dayo Olomu

 Adebayo Jones' Collection

King of Couture - Adebayo Jones, Sheri Adegbesan, Founder Life Changers Awards and Michelle Akintoye MBE

Sheri Adegbesan, Founder Life Changers Awards with Ibrahim Asante, winner Best Practice Award

Sheri Adegbesan, Founder Life Changers Awards with Bunmi Dipo-Salami, Winner Best Dev & Initiative Award

 Sheri Adegbesan, Founder Life Changers Awards & Nkem Thompson, winner Female Personality of the Year

                 Cllr Adedamola Aminu - Civic Leader Awards with Sheri Adegbesan on the Left

Sheri Adegbesan, Founder Life Changers Awards with Revd Cosmas Milton Job, Winner Corporate Community Involvement Award.

 Bimbo Robert -Male Personality Winner, Nkem Thompson- Female Personality Winner, Mrs Anolue (Fmr Mayor of Enfield, Olori Grace Alli-Tijani Best Advocacy Campaigner & Ayo Akinfe (Nigerian Watch)

                           Dayo Olomu presenting Special Recognition Award To Perm Goyal OBE

Vanessa Oluwole- Winner Exemplary Business Award with Fmr Mayor of Enfield - Mrs Kate Anolue

 Fashion collection from Leah African Design

 International Fashion Designer Marco Marcu with the Hosts and the Models

 Founder of Life Changer Foundation, Sheri Adegbesan with Michelle Akintoye MBE

                                         Great Audience

 Decor by Royal Events Decorations

AWARD WINNING RADIO DJ/PRESENTER - DEOBA AUTHENTIC

INTIMATE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT CELEBRITY MULTI-AWARDS WINNER DJ/RADIO PRESENTER - DEOBA AUTHENTIC

Tell us about yourself & your company? 

My name is Mr Adeoba Adeshina but I am better known as Deoba Authentic. I am a Proud Nigerian Yoruba Ekiti. I was born in the United Kingdom but spent all my childhood years from the age of 3 years old to adolescence in Ibadan Nigeria and attended Ebire Nursery/Primary School and Methodist High School. Thereafter, I came to the United Kingdom to continue my studies. I studied Sports Science at the University of East London.

Music and Entertainment were my passion long before it became my profession. I am the founder of Royal Entertainment and I am an Artiste/Radio Presenter/Event DJ and I also provide Media Support Services to Event Organisers, Artistes, and Corporate Businesses.

What services do you offer and where would you say your company is at the moment?

The position my company is in at this present time is very good and my existing and potential clients including my colleagues in the business have a clear understanding of the brand Deoba Authentic and services the brand offers.

2. How would you say the entertainment industry has grown within the afro-Caribbean in Britain. What would you attribute this to?

I think the entertainment industry has grown steadily and slowly within the Afro-Caribbean community in Britain for a number of reasons although now the factors that stunted its growth are no longer valid factors. Media is a major reason for the upward movement of any type of industry and in Britain Afro-Caribbeans are classed as a minority ethnic body of people. We all know the business is a numbers game and the majority carry the vote. As long as you are told you a minority consideration you will even down grade yourself no matter your quality. As long as you are not given centre stage you do not exist. So to be considered as centre stage material you will dumb down you authentic and original self to fit in the considered big picture. I saw a lot of that in the 90s here in the United Kingdom when I decided to adopt the word AUTHENTIC next to my Name DEOBA (Lati ranti ibi ti mo tiwa ati omo eni ti mo nse) to remember where I am from and whose son I am.

I think all the community leaders failed to unite the people which helps to instil confidence and strength. The emergence of information technology through the internet and devices such as computers and smartphones has now given us Africans the chance to distribute the awareness of our art, culture and what we have to offer the world. The world is now making their choice from this new gate way that is not controlled by any group of individuals or company. The chances are now endless.

What advise would you give to young people venturing into the entertainment industry?

As I always say "The way we reason is determined by what we are exposed to and our understanding of self and other things" and "Always reach for higher heights without fear of falling." If you feel it, try it. Always believe in yourself regardless of what others believe about you.

Be serious about getting an education and major in areas of your interests because you can always transfer the knowledge to empower your area of interest in the entertainment industry you are passionate in or talented in. This will help you to develop and propel you into a professional position in that particular area of entertainment.

I know that you have released your single album, how did you find the experience?

Lagbotiwa is the single I am pushing now although if you go to my website www.deobaauthentic.com you will see old and new songs there too. The experience with Lagbotiwa is very enjoyable and elevating. I love performing it and I love the reception of the song from people. My passion is seeing people enjoying themselves. That is why I so appreciate my Best UK Afro Beats Act, BEFFTA & GAB Awards nomination 2013.

What does the future hold for you and your company

I look forward to working with more people in the industry, I believe working together is very positive and society developing. I am very grateful for winning NUBAA Best Radio Presenter of the year as I believe charity begins at home. I am also very grateful that my work is being recognised by the community and I will carry on doing my best for my community and the world I live in, giving the best I have from within.  

Can I also say congratulations on your nomination as BEFFTA DJ of the Year and Radio Personality of the Year and Gathering of African Best (GAB) Awards coming up this weekend.

BLACK ENTREPRENEURS & PROFESSIONALS NIGHT OUT

With the new trend in business whereby social network is where business now generate leads; networking and meeting other Business Owners, Investors & Professional is the platform created by Vanessa & Victor for Black Entrepreneurs & Professionals to share and support each other.

Meet our Special Guest to this month UK Black Entrepreneurs' Night Out on Friday, 18th October 2013 is Nadeem Afzal, the GM of Wilson Luna Ltd, the Internationally Acclaimed Business Training provider for Business Owners - http://www.wilsonluna.com/

TO ACCELERATE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL, YOU MUST BE THERE!

RSVP @ http://www.meetup.com/UKBlackentrepreneurs/events/141925182/?hidePromoBar=true

VENUE & TIME

Holiday Inn Express - Stratford

196 High St, London, E15 2NE.

7pm - 8.30pm

12 Years Old African Tennis Player Rises to Int'l Level

The world of tennis has been blessed with a new generation of young players - confident, committed, personality - driven with hopes of leaving their mark on the lawn tennis tournament at Wimbledon London, one of the four Grand Slam championships.

In 2010 Michael was lucky to have escorted his favorite player and eventual winner, Roger Federer onto court for the match against Andy Murray.

Only a couple of years ago Michael Mhangami was just a kid playing tennis just to keep busy. Now, at the age of 12, he’s the winner of 9&U and 10&U Aegon Winter Masters Nationals, Clay Court National Championships, Aegon British National Invitational (2 years in a row), Multi Grand Prix winner, LTA Surrey Champion and Porsche Nottingham Open Winner twice in a row. LTA funded and identified talented player and above all, the British Number 1 in 2010 and 2011.

This year he is set to compete at one of the biggest tournaments, Orange Bowl, Florida USA.

He started playing tennis at the age of three and it he has never looked back since then. He has competed in several tournaments, local, national and international. This has gained him awards, several medals and trophies. 

In 2010 Michael won three national level titles as well as winning the Surrey County event. He is part of the Aegon Future Stars program to nurture talented young tennis players. 

Last year Michael was awarded with a very special award, African Achievers Awards (AAA) as the Youngest Achiever. 

Michael's dreams are too big for the earnings of his working class parents. Tennis, unlike any other game out there, is expensive and caters for a limited and very active membership. Michael travels around the world for tournaments and the more he plays tennis, the more expenses are, for his parents. 

As a society we cannot afford to fold our hands when there is such talent in our youngsters; A date has been set for a fund raiser that has drawn the attention of tennis legends like Andy Murray & Roger Federer who are expected to take part in this inspiring story of Michael Mhangami. 

SUPPORT THE YOUNG & TALENTED - FUND RAISER , MICHAEL MHANGAMI

18th October 2013 6pm-10pm: Norton Rose, Fulbright LLP 3, London Riverside SE1 2RE London

Advance tickets and donations can be accessed online @http://michaelmhangami.com/blog.html. Tickets will cost £20 in advance and more on the day. 

Supporting the Young & Talented fund raiser will be a night full of entertainment and a celebration of the success story of Michael. And to spice it up there will be Celebs like Rudolph Walker (Patrick) of BBC East Enders rubbing shoulders with guests. 

Around 150 guests including sports agents, celebrities and sports stars are expected to attend. 

The former Minister of Olympics, Tessa Jowell will be one of the speakers on the day. 

There will also be live performances by talented singers as well as a Dinner Dance. Glorianne Francis, an inspirational speaker, philanthropist, presenter and host to International events will be presenting this event. 

Brands, companies and organisations are invited to become sponsors and benefit from networking opportunities the event has to offer. 

Much thanks to Norton Rose Law Firm in London, who are sponsoring and providing the venue for this unique event. With this kind of support Michael's future in tennis looks bright. To you, the generous people out there, please show your support by attending the event or, donate via the provided link.

For more information 

visit: www.michaelmhangami.com
email: info@michaelmhangami.co.uk
Call: 07961092044 / 07956129155 / 07956265355

Read more about Michael:
http://www.southwarkcitytennisclub.org.uk/news.htm

Visit and like Michael's Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/Michaeltennischampion

Watch Michael Play Tennis:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McECmJ37Eew
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5C9zqnxL4UI

Meet Muzvare-Princess Betty Makoni

Muzvare Betty Makoni is a Multi-Award winner with over 32 awards including CNN Hero Awards. She is the founder of Girl Child Network Worldwide. A charity established in 2009 and officially registered as a charity in 2010. Girl Child Network Worldwide brings a unique model to help many girls whose lives are threatened globally. Recently, she was selected to be in the team of UK experts for Preventing Sexual Violence Initiative. 

Betty Makoni launched her book - "Never Again, not to any woman or girl again" in UK , USA and Zimbabwe which has gone viral amongst African girls in and outside Europe.  To think a story could inspire and empower like this and expose more abuse in the home, school and community is something that has moved us to this charity which has find a way for girls to break silence and remain strong.

Muzvare Betty Makoni was featured by Metro Newspaper which is the third largest newspaper in UK exposing Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and challenging UK to step up prosecutions of perpetrators because girls who experience FGM go through trauma and pain. She went on to share her personal experience of Female Genital Mutilation which traumatised her at age 8. Since then some pro FGM campaigners have formed a Facebook page to campaign against her stance to have FGM which is labia elongation stopped on minors. She has been threatened and insulted from every corner. FGM campaigns are happening everywhere in the world.

11 October 2013 is United Nations Day of the Girl Child and the Official Launch of the program and Awards for girls which will be held at Our Lady`s Convent with Betty Makoni as Official Special Guest. Scores of girls are expected to witness this historical view. United Nations declared 11 October to be day to advance the rights of girls globally. The DVD on the Never Again Royal night will be launched and rolled out worldwide to inspire many women and girls on what can be done to stop violence against women and girls. 

Order Yours from http://www.muzvarebettymakoni.org/

INI EDO RECEIVES AWARD IN LONDON

Popular Top Actress and Charity Fund-Raiser, Ini Edo receives award at the last Miss Black Africa UK for her charity in support of the less privileged.

Surprised about the recognition, Ini Edo stated that the award has challenged her to do more towards her charity.

Ini Edo receiving her Award for her Charity

Ini Edo was a guest judge at the Pagent held on the 5th October 2013 at Royal Regency, Manor Park, London.

Panel of Judges - 

Head Judge, International Fashion Icon Adebayo Jones with Sporah Njau & Ini Edo

Miss Precious Okeke, a Nigerian International Model was crowned, Miss Black Africa UK out of 30 contestants on the night. 

New Queen, Miss Precious Okeke

The Queen with the 1st & 2nd Runner Up amd Pagent Host, Dele Onabowu

Read more on what happened at the show by clicking this link

http://spotlightxblog.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/new-miss-black-africa-uk-2013.html —