Lagos Anglican Girls Grammar School Old Girls UK prepare for fundraising gala nite

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Old girl of LAGGS and current president, Ms Oluyinka Olumide

LONDON - The Lagos Anglican Girls Grammar School Old Girls Association are organising their first fundraising gala nite in London. The event which is themed, "The  Steel Magnolias" dinner & dance Fundraising Gala night will take place in London on Saturday 13 September from 4pm is set to attract many high profile professionals in and around London. Money raised will go towards refurbishing the school buildings and especially the library and the science laboratories according to the LAGGSOGAUK president, Ms Olayinka Olumide.

I met up with the LAGGSOGAUK social secretary and old girl, Ms Lola Awosika and here are the amazing things she says guests at the LAGGSOGAUK gala nite can look forward to...

Lola Aisida Awosika - LAGGSOGA, head of socials

What is the LAGGSOGAUK gala nite about?

The LAGGSOGA UK which stands for the Lagos Anglican Girls Grammar School Old Girls Association UK is a group of old girls of the school which is in Nigeria and we are raising funds for our Alma-mater. We are doing this through "The  Steel Magnolias" dinner and dance.

How do you hope to achieve tour goal?

We are selling tickets for the event, we are also interested in individuals or companies willing to offer sponsorship, donations and we are selling advertising space in our event brochure .

What  will the money raised be used for?

We hope to raise a sizable amount of money for our Alma-mater Lagos Anglican Girls Grammar School. We are hopeful that we are able to help improve the quality and standard of education of the girls currently at the school as well as raise women of substance.

What special attractions can guests look forward to at the event?

There will be a mix of interesting acts including:

• A comedian;
• A saxophonist;
• Music by DJ Ladi;
• Side games;
• A special song by a young artist;

It is bound to be a friendly, warm and relaxing atmosphere an unforgettable night full of excitement and fun.

Are there any benefits for those who attend?

Guests will be treated to the best service in town including a:
3 course meal with drinks,
Photo shoot on the red carpet
Champagne reception
Lots of raffle prizes to be won
A networking opportunity
Paintings to view pre-order or purchase

Where is the event? When? Any tickets? Raffle? Auction exhibition? Free parking?

• The LAGGSOGAUK Fundraising Galal Night will take place at The De Vere Village Hotel, Elstree London.

• There is ample and free parking on site. The event will start at 4pm.

• Tickets are £50 per head.

• Raffle tickets are on sale at £2.50 per leaf.

• Paintings by acclaimed British/Nigerian artist and designer, Morin Okenla.

• Exhibition stands.

Anything else? Anything you want to tell old girls in UK?

Come and join the Association where we come together for a good cause, bond together. help and support one another and raise real women of substance.

Lola  Aisida Awosika is a professional recruitment Account Manager and also the CEO of Kiddieslollipop Entertainments and P2p events. She has over 20 years experience within the entertainment and events management industry. Her outfit of services is described as unique and exclusive bringing creativity, fun, excitement, productive planning and perfection to any event.

She uses her talents and creative mind to demonstrate  the gifting of God upon her life. As a motivational  speaker and a youth mentor, she enjoys guiding and empowering youths with a passion to see them reach their full potential  and purpose by encouraging them to aspire to fulfill their dreams.
Lola has focused on and applied the LAGGS school motto,"Our best in everything" in all areas of her life. Lola is a mother of two children and lives in London.