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I SEE EXPO 2009 - NIGERIA |
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Written by Agent Obi
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Thursday, 22 October 2009 17:57 |
The second edition of the International Optical Exhibition and Conference i See expo 2009 was rounded off yesterday at the Muson Centre Onikan Lagos.
With about 18 exhibitors drawn from across Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Canada, India, UAE and China, the two days event which kicked off on Monday 19th was declared open by the Commissioner for Education Delta State, Dr Ronald Eyime.
Describing the expo as the foremost international optical exhibition in this part of the world, the Chairperson Eyebase, Organisers of i See Expo 2009 Mrs. M.B Oyeleye expressed hope that the exhibition would be able to compete in future with the likes of Silmo in Paris, Vision X in Dubai, Mido in Milan, Vision Expo in New York and others.
Accessing the two days expo, the Chief Host and president Nigerian Optometric Association and President African Council of Optometry, Dr (Mrs) Uduak Udom, she said there has been more improvement in the organization and number of exhibitors involved.
She further added that through constant workshops for Optometrist, eyecare exhibitions and public sensitization, Nigerians would become more aware of the care for their eyes as most eye problems are largely caused by ignorance.
Also the Assistant Registrar Optometric board of Nigeria, Dr Sam Ndem, commended the expo as a laudable effort of international standard with such benefits as the Continuing education workshop for Optometrist and Opticians which is also part of the activities for the Expo. He however advised that the Organisers should improve on publicity for the annual expo.
Some of the exhibitors who were first timers at the exhibition include; Optic Trade Links (South Africa) manufacturers of Optical Products and distributors of Twinkle Colour Contact lenses, Yellow Zebra (South Africa) dealers in frames and optical accessories by Police, Escada, Givenchy etc, and also Tanzacan Tradelink Inc (Canada) dealers in Canadian design frames.
They also expressed hope to be present at the 2010 i See expo as well as having a division of their companies here in Nigeria.
With frames ranging from N1000 to N15,000 and accessories ranging from N300 depending on the quality, Most of the exhibitors who spoke with Goodlife says although sales has been slow in terms of profit margin, the expo has been worth it. While others suggested that more entertainment should be added to spice up the expo. They all however suggested that more should be done in terms of publicity, adding that it should also be held on weekends like Friday and Saturday in order to attract more visitors and exhibitors.
Visitors present at the expo commended the organisers and praised the quality of goods and services provided by the exhibitors. They also advised that more should be done in terms of publicity.
Afrobeat Stars, Dede and Seun Kuti were also part of the visitors that graced the expo and if you ask me they did buy a lot. Dede described the expo as eye opening and interesting. He also encouraged Nigerians to pay more attention to eye care.
Highlights of the expo includes workshop for Optometrists and issuance of certificate, free eye screening and also a fashion show where various designs ranging from David Green, Police, Gergio Amaani, Escada, Garvana, verseche, Givenchy, Infinity, Bassie and other designs were beautifully paraded by both adult and kiddies Models.
The 2009 i See expo edition was officially sponsored by MTN, while the official partners include Vision pro, Metroeyes, Virginrose Resorts, Enny Eyecare, eyecare magazine, Corporate messengers Worldwide Ltd and Flaky’s fried Chicken.
Exhibitors includes; Asian optical, Metro Optisource, Nationwide, Ominivision, Optic Trade Link, Specs Savers, Total specs, Vision pro, yellow zebra, Unique centre, Tanzacan Tradelink Inc, Dortmeg ventures amongst others.
If you were not there at this year’s expo, then make it a date with i See expo 2010, it’s sure going to be exciting as we all chart a course to take eyecare to another level in Nigeria.
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DARE TO BE DIFFERENT Event slated for June 20th 2009 |
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Written by Debbie Allen
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Monday, 25 May 2009 15:28 |
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DARE TO BE DIFFERENT is that forum where young people from different disciplines
within our society come to hear from the excelled and established of our time,
birthing in them a greater vision for life and inspiring them to greater heights
as they scale the ladder of success.
The maiden edition of this program was held in June 2007 with about 7000 youths
in attendance. Every aspect of the program was oversubscribed and it catalyzed
a lot of things for the youth.
Apart from the Media mileage for sponsors and the open confessions of youths
who have being awakened to their innate capacities for the first time, it emphasized
the missing link in government attempts to communicate with or change the mindsets
of our youth.
Responses from the past programs keep streaming in till date and in 2009, we
believe for an even greater package. We believe in the abundance of potential
especially amongst Nigerian youths and for many, this forum would be the necessary
thrust for them to proceed to channel their energies in positive directions.
In 2009, this Event will parade top echelon Executives in the Nations
Corporate Terrain such as Mr. Gamaliel Onosode, Chief Michael Adeojo, Dr. Erastus
Akingbola, Mr. Tayo Aderinokun, Dr. Mrs. Cecilia Ibru, Chief Cosmas Maduka,
Mr. Ben Bruce, Dr. John Momoh, Mrs Ibukun Awosika, Mr. Bola Akingbade, Mr. Foluso
Phillips, Mr. Fela Durotoye, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, Dr. Mrs. Doyin Abiola, Doyin
Abiola, Mr. Mitchell Elegbe, Mrs. Iquo Ukoh, Mr. Toyin Subair, Tara Fela-Durotoye
to mention just a few.
In the Public Sector, we will play host to Prof. Dora Akunyili, Engr. Ernest
Ndukwe, Dr. Balarabe Musa, Hon. Farouk Lawan, Hon. Abike Dabiri, Mrs. Eugenia
Abu amongst others.
Entertainment and Sports Whiz kids such as Alibaba and Austin J.J. Okocha will
also be present as Guest Speakers.
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