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JOIN THE TRAIN TODAY !!

Yes, a new dawn is here for Ekiti State as XPRESSIONS the multi-dimensional Media, PR and Events Mnagement Company is relaunching the EKITI BOND Media Concepts by adding to its already existent Magazine, a TV Show and an online forum. So many people have doubted the possibility of this and are skeptical because of the bad image in which Ekiti has been portrayed, but the management team of XPRESSIONS led by Barr. Owolabi J. Oluwasayo and Gbenga Ogunsanmi are poised to show that there is a lot of good stuffs to be displayed and created.


More details on the build up to the event would be revealed in the next few weeks but coded information has it that it is billed for the Yoruba Tennis Club in Onikan and a proposed 30th of August is being proposed for it and remember, this is not and will never be a political Platform but the gathering of the brains and the intellect.

While we put all the arrangement for this occasion in place, we expect you to join the train for new Ekiti. Let us all join hands in making it a better place. Ekiti a gbe kete ra oo.

MEET 'SEYI GEORGE OLOFINJANA- THE GRADUATE SOCCER STAR.

SEYI GEORGE OLOFINJANA

Most of the footballers that Nigeria has produced have rarely been graduates either before or during their careers but it's not so for this proud indigene of Ikere Ekiti. He is an Engineering graduate from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH). It was while at LAUTECH that he was discovered during the NUGA Games.

Olofinjana signed for Stoke City in July 2008 when he made a £3million switch from Wolverhampton Wanderers. Wolves' failure to win promotion for the Championship activated a clause in the midfielder's signed four-year contract that allowed him to leave.

Olofinjana began his career at FC Crown Ogbomoso in his native Nigeria and later moved to Kwara United. During this time he made his debut for the Nigerian national team, making his debut on June 6, 2000 in a 3-2 friendly win over Malawi.

Read more on this wonderful Super Eagles player in our Diaspora Edition (series 1) billed to be released in August.

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE EKITI BOND MEDIA PLATFORM

EKITI BOND MEDIA PLATFORM

EKITI BOND is built on the 3 core pillars of communication – A magazine (Print) , a TV show (Electronic ) and a Website (Online).

• EKITI BOND is created XPRESSIONS MEGAMEDIA GROUP, a multi-dimensional Media, PR & Events Management Company. It was created to fill the lacuna shown by the absence of a viable media platform by which Ekiti state and all the good things that emanate from it (i.e people, tourist places, culture, investment opportunities et al) may be celebrated.



• EKITI BOND was created in February in February 2008 and the maiden edition of its magazine was launched on 25th sept, 2008 in Ado Ekiti the state capital.
  
• EKITI BOND we can proudly say is the most authoritative, informative and entertaining resource material when it comes to Ekiti state and that is why it is called “The True Celebration Of The Fountain Of Knowledge”
  

THE EKITI BOND PILLARS

PILLAR 1. EKITI BOND MAGAZINE.

• First published in September 2008, EKITI BOND magazine is a full color, full glossy magazine of international standard and global appeal in term of contents and print.


• It is a compendium of the Best of the best in Ekiti with segments like personalities, interview, Tourists places, Hospitality, Health, Business and Finance and of course Fashion and Style and Event amongst others.


• It’s a complete showcase of creativity and well researched compilation which has not been rivaled by any magazine within the state and beyond.
  
  

PILLAR 2: EKITI BOND ON TV!

• Scheduled to commence in the last quarter of 2009- EKITI BOND on TV is a replica of the magazine for the viewing public.


• With a World Class production and an impeccable presentation, Ekiti, Nigeria and the world at large would be treated to a pot pourri of wonderful things that emanate from Ekiti as it would be transmitted on reputable local and cable TV stations.


• Talks are on- going even as research is in top gear and it can only be said that fingers should be crossed for its GRANDE arrival.
  

PILLAR 3: http://www.ekitibond.com/

• An online forum for all Ekiti Indigenes (at home and in the Diaspora) to lend a voice to happenings in the State


• A visit to http://www.ekitibond.blogspot.com/ which is currently making waves would give you a sneak preview of what the real website would look like.
  

THE EKITI BOND ADVISORY BOARD TO BE UNVEILED SOON!!!

After months of tirelessly meeting and getting the consent of some high profile Ekiti indigenes, the star- studded list of persons who have been carefully selected to stir the Advisory ship of EKITI BOND Media Concepts would be made available to the public soonest.

Speaking exclusively to http://www.ekitibond.blogspot.com/, the Creative Director of XPRESSIONS MegaMedia the initiators of EKITI BOND Barr. Sayo Owolabi made it known that most of the persons contacted have signified their interest and willingness to be part of the Advisory Board of such a laudable project which they believe would change the perception of the outside world about Ekiti State.

The EKITI BOND Advisory Board is made up of distinguished sons and daughters of Ekiti origin who have a passion for growth and development of the state through an unconventional Media platform showcasing the goods inherent in the state.

MEET MRS. TOKUNBOH JAKANDE- A PERFECT COMBINATION OF BEAUTY AND BRAINS!

TOKUNBOH JAKANDE, in her 30s is the MD of JACKOL PETROLEUM, she has over 16 years experience in the oil and gas industry having worked with NNPC and other oil servicing companies. Because of her International exposure, she has a stint in the Tourism industry and she is currently an advocate of the environment. She speaks in schools, public/private gatherings educating them on CLIMATE CHANGE/GLOBAL WARMING and the need to save the environment.

Though married to a Lagosian, she has a passion for EKITI which is why her company is fully in support of the EKITI BOND Media Concepts. This pleasant, respectful and adored lady is married with 2 kids even as she is a role model to the youths, always willing to help and GIVE (we guess that is why she never lacks).

Read more on Tokunboh Jakande in the Diaspora Edition of EKITI BOND Magazine to be unveiled in August at the BEST OF EKITI 3-Fold Event!

EKITI BOND: A FUSION OF STYLE AND CLASS

EKITI BOND is not like the rest but the best. What we do is to give Ekiti State a new face in our own way by showcasing all the best one could think of from the Fountain of Knowledge. Many never knew the opportunities that abound in the land while some just negelected what they saw or they dont just believe in them. EKITI BOND which is a bumper compendium of Style, Culture, Tourism, Hospitality, Personalities and many more is setting the Standard.

We show class in our approach and quality in our delivery.

Dont ever miss a copy of the Magazine. You too can be part of this great innovation...........

We will get to you soon or just call Gbenga 08062441008 or Sayo 08037412713.

MEET CHIEF AFE BABALOLA (SAN): THE LEGAL ICON CUM BAMOFIN OF YORUBA LAND.

Chief Afe Babalola is the Principal Partner, Emmanuel Chambers, with head office at No. 80, Adekunle Fajuyi Road, Adamasingba, Ibadan and branch offices in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Ado Ekiti. . A holder of two University degrees, both of them by private studies. Chief Afe Babalola's full-time education ended at the elementary school, Called to Nigerian Bar in 1964, Chief Babalola went immediately into legal practice and has since then, remained a foremost litigation lawyer with about 30 lawyers now under his able tutelage.

His Chambers has produced not less that, 500 lawyers who are today seasoned advocates occupying important professional and political positions in the country. The chamber is also reputed to be the incubator of SANs, Chief Babalola is a seasoned author of ..............

He is Proudly EKITI

LEARN MORE ABOUT ONE OF THE GREATEST NIGERIAN LAWYER IN OUR DIASPORA EDITION!

MEET YINKA AYEFELE: FOREMOST NIGERIAN GOSPEL MUSICIAN AND ENTERTAINER.

Yinka Ayefele, the first child of his parents, in his early 40's, hailed from Ipoti-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. He had his primary and secondary education at Our Saviours Anglican Primary School, Ipoti-Ekiti, Nigeria. After his elementary education, he proceeded to Ipoti Community Secondary School and later to Ondo State College of Arts and Science, (OSCAS) Ikare Akoko, Nigeria.
For many years that Yinka Ayefele worked as a freelance broadcast
journalist at the FRCN, Ibadan, Nigeria, not many Nigerians knew about him and his talents for music. He used to produce jingles and musical works on radio.
He became a household name after he was involved in a ghastly automobile accident in 1997, which damaged his spinal cord, and paralyzed from the waist down. Yinka Ayefele, a Tungba Gospel music artist, with a fusion of local juju, Fuji, and Makosa flavor, turned a mishap into a great opportunity that has left him a household name.
After spending nine months on the hospital bed, his friend, Kola Olootu advised that instead of wasting away in the hospital, he should put .................

GET INSPIRED BY READING THE STORY OF HIS LIFE IN EKITI BOND MAGAZINE, DIASPORA EDITION. coming soon!!!!!!!!

MEET GBENGA OYEBODE: OUR QUINTESSENTIAL LEGAL LUMINARY AND BOARD ROOM PLAYER!

Mr. Gbenga Oyebode is the Managing Partner of Aluko & Oyebode (Barristers, Solicitors and Trademark Agents) and in that capacity coordinates the various practice areas of the firm. Over the years he has developed significant experience in project finance, corporate law, energy and natural resources, telecommunications and aviation law. He is the Chairman, Okomu Oil Palm Plc and Access Bank Bank Plc. He also serves on the Board of MTN Nigeria and Crusader Insurance Plc. Mr. Oyebode was educated at University of Ife (LL.B Honours) and University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (LL.M Honours) where he graduated in 1979 and 1982, respectively. He is a Barrister & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria (Called to Bar in June 1980). He is proudly Ekiti Bond Man.Learn more about this man of substance in our Diapora edition...

MEET GOLDIE: OUR OWN DIVA PER EXCELLENCE

GOLDIE: THE DUCHESS

Though her real name is Susan Harvey, don't get it twisted Goldie is a true daughter of Ekiti State and she flaunts at for all to know...

Goldie, Nigeria and Ekiti's own pop diva, clearly states what she’s up to with her music and her choice of videos; go straight to the top. An article on a local lifestyle website describes her as daring the Nigerian entertainment industry with an unusual persona. It’s hard to imagine that in her early school days, Goldie was a tomboy. “I used to get into regular fights with boys,” she says.

In addition to an education foundation forunderprivileged children, which she hopesto launch very soon, Goldie is also putting together a documentary on challenges facing the Nigerian woman.

For the full Goldie profile grab your copy of the Diaspora Edition of EKITI BOND magazine in stores from September 2009.

BEST OF EKITI: A SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARDS

When Lagos comes alive for the 3- Fold "BEST OF EKITI" Event on the 30th of August 2009, one of the things that would be taking place is a Special Recognition Awards which would reward Diligence, Hardwork, Ingenuity and Professionalism as exhibited by Ekiti indigenes in various sectors of the economy.
We shall be recognizing and rewarding worthy sons and daughters of Ekiti who have distinguished themselves in the following sectors:
1) Banking
2) Legal
3) Medical
4) Academia
5) Business Administration and Management
6) Print Media
7) Electronic Media
8) Entertainment
9) Fashion and Lifestyle
10) Sports

If you think you know anyone who deserves to be honoured then lend you voice to this worthy cause by sending the name of your choice awardee via sms to 08037412713, 08062441008, 08028245847 or e.mail- xpressionsmagazine@yahoo.com

THE NEXT LEVEL: OUR DIASPORA EDITION

To make our BEST OF EKITI Event billed to hold in Lagos tight, we decided to have a compilation of Ekiti indigenes in Lagos who are making things happen in their

various fields of endeavour. We are talking about Business Administration, Banking, Medicine, Law, Management, Entertainment, Fashion & Lifestyle, Media and of course Leadership and Governance.

Above is a temporary sample cover showing some of the distinguished persons that would be featured in the magazine and as you can see they are heavyweights in their various fields. We are really excited about this compilation and we are very sure it would be a bumper package by the time we are through with it.

In the next few days we shall be profiling each of these persons in what we have tagged THE BEST OF EKITI Series.

A TRIP TO FAJUYI PARK!

The 2nd edition of the print version of our magazine had Fajuyi Park on the cover and it was a worthwhile experience for us as we toured this ultra modern fun place. it is actually out of this world. Believe me, it is a place you must visit!!!
As you can see the ambiance is serene and good for multiple purposes from get togethers to school excursions and even just for relaxation with friends and loved ones for just a token fee- the experience is one you would live with for a long time.
So now you know something about our 2nd edition, but this is just a snippet as we had a whole lo of other interesting features that we would reveal over time. Just keep reading and sending in your comments.