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Smartmark Limited Open new Tommy Hilfiger store in Abuja

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3 years ago

October 23, 2021

Joel Ajayi

On the 22nd of October, 2021Tommy Hilfiger officially opened its doors in the Federal Capital Territory of Most populous nation Nigeria with the aim to provide a remarkable everyday shopping experience for people living in Abuja and its environs.

Smartmark Limited is a leader in the fashion retail space in Nigeria and West Africa with over 70 stores in Nigeria and Ghana.

Tommy Hilfiger, owned by PVH Corp [NYSE: PVH], in partnership with Smartmark LTD who remain biggest Fashion Retailer in Nigeria and West Africa opened a new TOMMY HILFIGER store in Abuja, Nigeria on Friday in Abuja.

The store is located at Bala Sokoto Way in the at the heart of Jabi Lake Mall, one of Nigeria’s largest shopping centers offering international brands is now available to customers, friends, and clients irrespective of classes to have access to quality cloth products.

Speaking at the opening of the store, with ambience portrays finesse and sophistication on Friday in Abuja the CEO of smart mark limited Mr John Onyeoguzoro expressed the convenience and value Customers will enjoy shopping at the store.

He expressed that Tommy Hilfiger is committed to drive the fashion forward for good.

According to him, the design concept takes reference from the nautical lifestyle, one of Tommy Hilfiger’s long-time sources of inspiration. The theme is reflected in walnut accents, minimalist white lacquered details and customized polished steel elements.

“Additional design elements include light oak flooring, custom TOMMY HILFIGER jacquard and chevron patterned rugs, mid-century light fixtures, and pops of the brand’s red, white and blue signature colors.

“The store opens showcasing a variety of men’s and women’s sportswear from the Fall 2021 TOMMY HILFIGER collections, including accessories and footwear. The collection includes statement makers from the brand’s archives, seamlessly blending modern prep with iconic heritage pieces. Building on Tommy Hilfiger’s ambitious sustainability mission to Waste Nothing and Welcome All, the range includes elevated products made using more sustainable methods and materials.

“There are over 2,000 TOMMY HILFIGER stores in over 100 countries worldwide including global flagships in four additional locations: Brompton Road, London; Omotesando, Tokyo; Regent Street, London; and Schadowstraße, Düsseldorf.

In Nigeria, you can shop Tommy Hilfiger at the Palms Mall and Ikeja City Mall in Lagos, Port-Harcourt Shopping Mall in Port-Harcourt and the recently opened Tommy Hilfiger store at Jabi Lake Mall.”

Giving hints About Tommy Hilfiger, CEO said: “With a brand portfolio that includes TOMMY HILFIGER and TOMMY JEANS, Tommy Hilfiger is one of the world’s most recognized premium designer lifestyle groups.

“Its focus is designing and marketing high-quality men’s tailored clothing and sportswear, women’s collection apparel and sportswear, kids-wear, denim collections, underwear (including robes, sleepwear and loungewear), footwear and accessories. Through select licensees, Tommy Hilfiger offers complementary lifestyle products such as eyewear, watches, fragrance, swimwear, socks, small leather goods, home goods and luggage.

“The TOMMY JEANS product line consists of Jeanswear and footwear for men and women, accessories, and fragrance amongst others.”

He said: “PVH is one of the world’s largest and most admired fashion companies, connecting with consumers in over 40 countries.

“Our global iconic brands include Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Our 140-year history is built on the strength of our brands, our team and our commitment to drive fashion forward for good. That’s the Power of Us. That’s the Power of PVH.

“Apart from Smartmark’s huge presence in the bricks and mortar space, Smartmark has a digital/e-commerce platform ffstores.com with an Omni-channel that affords our loyal customers to buy online at hugely discounted prices and convenience of 24hrs delivery anywhere in Nigeria and Ghana and an option to pick from any of our 70 stores pan Nigeria and in Ghana.”

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Stephanie Linus, Juliet Ibrahim 8 others Appointed Jury Members For Zuma International Film Festival

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3 months ago

November 13, 2024

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Ten-member 10 jury of reputable Nigerian and foreign filmmakers to adjudicate on all entries in the competitive category of the Zuma international film festival, 2024, scheduled to hold in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital from December 1st to 5th, which is jointly being organized by the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has been announced.

Announcing the constitution of the ten-member jury through a statement issued in Abuja (on Monday, November, 11, 2024); Brian Etuk, NFC’s Director of Public Affairs, said “the jury is most critical to the selection of winning entries and composition of the jury reflects the premium and niche of ZUMA International Film Festival, as one of the continents fastest growing international film festivals and market events”.

He said, this explains why membership of the jury includes both Nigerian and foreign film stakeholders who have in the recent past promoted authentic Nigerian and African resonate stories, and continue to contribute immensely to the growth of inclusive global film production.

Stephanie Okereke Linus, an A-list Nigerian actress, filmmaker, activist with lead appearances in over 100 movies, including an Afro-Hollywood, USA Filmmakers Award for Excellence, Reel Awards for Best Actress, and recently, the AMVCA Award for Best Overall Movie in Africa as well as recipient of the AMAA Award for Best Nigerian Film for her impactful work DRY was named as the Chairperson of the Jury.

Other members are Kenneth Gyang- director of This Is Lagos, Mojisola as well as Oloture Netflix’s Original from Nigeria; Aisha Halilu Abdullahi – a docu-drama and documentary specialist; Ishaq Sidi Ishaq – an actor, writer and producer of “Kamilu”,‘‘Wasila’’; Charles Novia – an avant-garde Nollywood ﬁlmmaker, scriptwriter, producer, director and creative entrepreneur; Hakeem Kae Kazim – a supremely talented actor, producer, director of great cinematic portrayal of George Rutugunda in the Oscar-nominated Hotel Rwanda, as well as playing leading roles in The Librarian.

The Triangle, and knack for creating feisty and deeply thrilling characters; Sihle Hlophe – director with multiple awards and over 15 years of experience; Ronya Man – an acting coach and creative arts specialist with handles on Lahira, SIN.

The Johnsons, as well as Juliet Ibrahim – a bilingual (French and English) speaking multiple award-wining producer, director, entrepreneur with over 100 movie appearances. Zaiyanu Tanko Waziri, a veteran filmmaker and broadcaster with over two decades of professional experience was also named as member of the jury.

In the statement, Dr. Ali Nuhu, NFC’s Managing Director & Chairman, Festival Organising Committee, on behalf of its partner, the FCTA, congratulated Stephanie Okereke – Linus for emerging as Chairperson of the Jury. Dr. Nuhu said that the Jury Chairperson and her team’s roles are critical to the overall success of the Film Festival brand, which no effort has been spared in its organization in terms of content, attendance and participation. NFC; Nuhu averred, remains committed to achieving the objectives of sustaining the positive narratives that Nigeria with a huge creative economy, is indeed the hub of film production in Africa.

Zuma International Film Festival 2024, the 14th in the series and themed: Digital Renaissance: Embracing The Future takes place December 1st – 5th at Chida Event Centre, Abuja Nigeria. Meanwhile, Etuk added that the online registration portal of the film festival has opened, and intending participants can register through the link :- https://zumafilmfest.com/zuff-2024-registration.

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