EL-RUFAI ORDERS CLOSURE OF GAS RETAIL SHOPS IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS

Gov. Nasiru El-Rufai of Kaduna State has ordered the closure of all gas refill stations located within residential areas in the state.
The governor, who gave the order on Monday appealed to residents to report such gas outlets to government for immediate action.

News Agency of (NAN) reports that El-Rufai who visited scene of Saturday’s gas explosion at Sabon Tasha, Kaduna said the gas refill stations should relocate to industrial layouts.

“It is most unfortunate that this incident has happened. It is further proof and evidence that this is high risk activity that should not be allowed to be located in residential areas.

“We will relocate them, we will give them land in industrial areas where adequate precautions to prevent things like this will be put in place.

“But for now, we have to get all these gas refilling plants within the metropolis and towns relocated. We are mapping all of them. For now they are shut down,” he stressed.

The governor advised residents to report anyone found refilling gas within residential areas.

“You should report to Kaduna Environmental Protection Agency (KASUPDA) so that measures can be taken to chase them out.

“While the person might be doing it for money, but you will be the victims. So report to KASUPDA or KEPA or write directly to me. It is my duty to ensure that everyone is safe,“ he said.

He noted that gas refilling is a high risk activity that should be undertaken only in industrial layouts where all the safety measure can be put in place.

“In residential areas like this, it is not acceptable to have this kind of facility, we have already given directives that all such outlet should be shut down,” he stressed.

The governor paid condolence visit to the family of Prof. Simon Mallam, erstwhile Chairman of the Nigerian Atomic Energy Commission who died in the incident and also visited victims of the gas explosion receiving treatment at St Gerald hospital, Kaduna.He prayed for the souls of those who died and quick recovery of those in hospitals.


SOURCE: GUARDIAN

MOMENTS FROM KEMI VIVACITY'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Hello there our esteemed Vivacious readers.

It's that time of the year once again when we celebrate the birthday of an Iconic Lady, a role model to everyone who ever had a dream. We celebrate the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Vivacity PR, Miss Kemi Ann-Melody Areola. She's also New Media Assistant to the Honorable Minister of Communications, the founder of Women in Entertainment and Arts (WIEA), and the co-founder of Youths on Charity (YOC). She is also a presenter, motivational speaker, Electronic and Communications Engineer.

Following her arrival to Nigeria she has slightly transitioned from the entertainment industry to the rather more political and corporate sector. Be that as it may, this transition was not going to deter her from celebrating this birthday like a proper PR girl.

This year's birthday was a week-long celebration that included three (3) phases; the pre-birthday celebration, the main event, and the post-birthday celebration. This was celebrated across Abuja and Lagos. I'd rather not talk about the Lagos party, cause we know what they say about "Lagos Party".(winks).

Friends, Family, well-wishers, turned-out in numbers to celebrate the Vivacious Kemi, who was in her usual cheerful mood. Her smile was so bright, you could barely notice any other light in the beautifully designed Thomas and Ray situated in the heart of Wuse 2, Abuja.

More pictures from the event: https://tinyurl.com/z6ylmcv


As we celebrate this vibrant, elegant, beautiful, strong lady, we at Vivacity PR would like to wish you many more glorious and prosperous years to keep celebrating. We also wish you more strength and bigger milestones. Happy Birthday Kemi Ann-Melody Areola Vivacity. Cheers!!!

John Idoko
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INTRODUCING POLOCITY; NIGERIA’s NUMBER ONE HOME FOR AUTHENTIC LUXURY FASHION ITEMS FROM THE BEST BRANDS IN THE WORLD

Polocity is a fast-rising entrant in the Nigerian fashion industry. At a time when it’s a real struggle to get the value of your money, Polocity has ensured that all its clients get double value for every purchase made.

Leveraging on the maximum support and resolution of renowned global fashion brand Ralph Lauren, Polocity has established itself as the number one leading fashion merchant in Nigeria. A major sway which has made Polocity stand-out from competition and endearing to their esteemed clients is their ability to successfully blend between the middle and upper class socio-economic strata in Nigeria.

Speaking from a personal experience, Polocity has set a standard for itself on the basis of utmost professionalism and maximum customer satisfaction.  As much as they are a growing brand, they have created a solid base of experienced employees in the fashion industry across the country.

Polocity is a dynamic brand that deals in all the latest authentic clothing for all age groups and gender like jackets, shoes, shirts, shorts, dresses and lots more. They also boast the latest exquisite collections of accessories like bags, belts, wallets, sunglasses, designer key rings, fragrances and many more.

Polocity offers free shipping to customers with purchases above N60, 000 anywhere across Nigeria. As part of their bid to serve customers better, polocity has a refund policy to every client. Customer supports are always available to assist clients on phone, email and at various store locations in Nigeria.

For information or inquiry, visit their website www.polocity.com or Call: 08023527816, 09093830275, or email sales@polocityng.com.

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MEET MAYOWA NICHOLAS; NIGERIAN SUPERMODEL ROCKING SAME STAGE WITH KENDALL JENNER AND BELA HADID

18-year-old Mayowa Nicholas is the winner of the 2014 Elite Model Look Nigeria. She has since gone on to feature for several high profile fashion brands like Dolce & Gabana, Christian Dior, Saint Laurent, and a host of others. She’s currently signed to Elite Paris and Milan as well as her Nigerian label BETH.

In her latest outing, the model features alongside top models like Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid for the Alexandre Vauthier’s Couture Spring collection at the Grand Palais in the city of Paris.

The show which was held in honour of a 10-year collaboration between Alexandre Vauthier and Swarovski, was opened by top model Bela Hadid spotting a sheer fierce mini dress covered in stunning swavroski crystals. While Nigerian model Mayowa walked the runway donning a black and blue mini bandau paired with sheer tights and an electric blue cape train.

Mayowa is the first ever Nigerian to be featured for the Dolce & Gabana fall/spring collection. She is currently working with international designer Micheal Kors for the spring/summer 2017 show.

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WEDDING AFFAIRS NAIJA!!!

                                                

Wedding!!! A simple but significant event aimed at celebrating the union of two lovers who have decided to take the sacred vow of holy matrimony.

Weddings in Nigeria have evolved into a major social event over the past decade. An average Nigerian wedding that comprises of 400 guests can be considered as mediocre, where-as in more developed countries like in the UK, a wedding of 400 people is considered extravagant. Owing to the added pressure of having a fairy-tale wedding as well as showing-off a huge friend base, couples in Nigeria often opt for a more robust guest number, ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 guests.

Naija weddings have always been a big affair. But now more than ever, weddings have become a major industry on its own, capable of generating the sort of revenue enough to fund the budget of a 3^rd world country, with all the major players; event planners, make-up artistes, tailors, boutiques, wine bars, caterers, jewelry shops, video and photography studios, and lots more raking up substantial amount of income whenever weddings roll-bye.

Weddings have evolved from the past decade to high concept event that is filled with amazing creativity such that you can no longer plan a simple wedding by yourself without enlisting the help of a dedicated wedding planner. A significant example on how much weddings have evolved can be seen from the dresses of guests at a wedding from 2006 and a wedding in 2016. A typical naija wedding right now can be mistaken for a Grammy award night, with glamorous guests with exotic dresses, exquisite decorations, red carpets, cameras, lights, and speakers.

The pressures of a high profile wedding can bear a lasting effect on a couple. This pressure can be divided amongst the groom and the bride. For the groom, his own pressure begins with the purchase of a befitting diamond encrusted engagement ring, ranging to the mode and manner in which he proposes to his bride, which is sort of a trend now to be displayed on social media. This surmounts to the introduction which involves the payment of bride price, and execution of some financial rites lay before him by the bride’s family. He moves on to the pressure of hosting a traditional wedding, to finding the perfect set of gentlemen to play the role of the men in suit, all the way down to purchasing an exquisite tuxedo for his big day. The list goes on.

For the bride, she has to have the perfect bridal shower, lovely bridal train, aso ebi, an amazing wedding dress, exotic shoes, perfect nails, lashes, make-up, hair, magnificent cake, an A-list wedding planner, top-notch wedding hall, A-grade photographer, and lots more.

As it is often the case, the groom is responsible for financing the entire wedding, but in families with wealthy backgrounds, the parents of the couple seemingly take up all the expenses of the wedding. Whatever the case may be, the cost of an entire wedding event in naija which could extensively take more than a month planning and hosting such that every other aspect of the couples’ lives are kept on hold for the entirety of this period, including their everyday jobs, could lead to millions of naira.

When the lights are out, and the music stops, and the guests leave, and peace and stability is restored, in families of not-so wealthy backgrounds, that is when reality kicks in. couples are often times left indebted, and having a feeling of regret, realizing that they have just spent millions planning and hosting a wedding without planning for their marriage.

Oh well!! Like they say, “love conquers all”. Hopefully they can recover from it, after-all it is a once in a lifetime event which is worthy of a befitting remembrance, but while this day will be remembered for so many good reasons, there are also some not-so good reasons to be mindful of.  

Adeline Hair & Beauty opening in SURULERE LAGOS soon!!

We have a world renowned state of the arts SALON in London (UK) and we are proud and delighted to be opening a new branch in early October at 96 Ogunlana Drive which is in the centre of Surulere, a five minute drive from SHOPRITE and next to GATEGOLD GYM.

Our UK outstanding international experience will bring to Lagos a new concept in customer service.
We will be using the most valuable products of which we have considerable experience in our London Salon. The new salon replicates the UK standards of quality and is finished with furniture that speaks only of uniqueness. We shall be using our intimate academic understanding of natural hair and beauty on all our clients.
Our stylish unisex SPA is also a must for anyone visiting the Salon for relaxation and the ultimate LONDON experience.

We aim to give you the GOLD standard of education in both hair and beauty.
We offer free and confidential consultations to all our clients in a relaxed and professional atmosphere where they can take their time to discuss the matters that concern them the most.
We will teach our clients to manage their hair and nails and stay looking great!
We are offering a totally professional image across the whole spectrum of hair and beauty treatment. Our staff will be trained to the standards we operate internationally.
Our product range will include: Our exclusive range of hair - Adeline Hair and Adeline Hair+. This hair is the best obtainable in the globally but still very affordable. Also featuring will be products from L’Oreal, Mizani, Affirm, Moroccan Oil, Keracare, Aphogen and many more.
On the beauty side more quality products from Jessica, Olay, Essie and others.



The Salon will offer a Brazilian Blowout, Brazilian Knot, Bridal Hair, Micro rings and Bonding, Crochet, Highlights, Lowlights, Colour Technique, Curling Perm, Lace Weave, Nail Extensions, Nail Art, Pedicure and Manicure and many more.
Adeline Hair & Beauty UK is in full swing and continues to rise to phenomenal success.
The business was started with the intention of being the best Afro and European salon in London. Since we opened we have found that so many people have appreciated our courage and daring. With a rapidly expanding clientele, now nearly 1,700, we have also taken on the full range of European hair styling. Our aim was to promote a new level of professionalism in the hair and beauty industry locally and then further a field as the business continues to grow.  Now this has come to fruition.
Since our opening we have achieved great success and been involved in many prestigious projects

• Honorary Judges at a high profile London college of Hair.

• Profyle Magazine, Top Model of Colour,

• African Fashion Week London, Dorchester Hotel.

• Black Beauty& Hair

Adeline said when interviewed: ‘We are not just Hair Stylists we are Hair Specialists. What's the difference you say? 'I think it is the amount of information we have and the way in which we give our clients this advice specifically for their hair and with their personal wishes in mind'.

Adeline has been in the Hair & Beauty business for over 23 years and is highly qualified in both hair and beauty skills.

Adeline Hair and Beauty world renowned for quality grooming !!!

Vivacity PR for Adeline Hair and Beauty

Pictures from The EXCLUSIVE UK Screening / Premiere of African & British Blockbuster, The RUBICON

STARRING: OC Ukeje, Dami-Ann Alabi, Darren Lee Murphy, Alex Roseman, Tamara Komboye, and many More. 

PRODUCED BY: Dami-Ann Alabi | DIRECTED BY: Chucks Mordi  

VENUE: VUE CINEMA, O2 LONDON

DATE: Thursday 23rd January 2014

The Exclusive, Invitation Only Screening / Premiere of the Movie, 'THE RUBICON' Produced by DAMI-ANN ALABI and Directed by CHUCKS MORDI.  Starring: OC Ukeje, Dami-Ann Alabi, Darren Lee Murphy, Alex Roseman, Tamara Komboye, Toyin Oyaniyi, Collin Archie- Pearce and many more

It took place at the CineWorld, North Greenwich, London on Thursday 23rd January 2014; 7:00pm

SHORT SYNOPSIS

Jasmine is a hardworking epitome of a responsible decent girl. Emotionally attached to the memories of her late Father, Richard to whom she made a deathbed promise. She soon comes under pressure to break her vow to her Father, torn between her personal desires and keeping her vows...she is forced to face her Rubicon.

The Rubicon is a story of perseverance in the face of external pressure and inner conflict. It shows the battle that wages within an individual  seeking to do what is right yet pulled apart and tossed about by those driving forces and overwhelming desires. We all have internal conflicts from time to time but it is how we face these issues with patience, strength and positivity that determine the end happiness. The Rubicon is a story of strength and eventual peace in a raging world.

Kindly find below the Link to the Promo:

OFFICIAL Trailer: http://youtu.be/drmidR-MjYI

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