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Story and photos by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Chude Jideonwo, one of the directors of Redstrat (Organisers of Future Awards and producers of Rubbin' Minds on Channels Television in Nigeria, buried his father on Saturday 7 June 2008. The event took place in Obokpa Village in Aniocha North Local Government,Delta State.www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com gathered that the late Ifeayin Jideonwo was a former staff of African Petroleum and Nigerian Ports Authority before his death at the age of 54. Chude, the only child of the deceased was ably supported by friends who travelled in chartered vehicles to Delta State.Chude, a lawyer by training was showing off as a 'brave man' until it was internment time.He wept uncontrollably. People around were also moved to tears in sympathy. Apart from the burial, it was an interesting trip to Obokpa.He roved until we got into the palmwine hut.Watch out for the gist on this blog. Chude is a nice guy and he got the support from us.I would have staye...

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Story & photos by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Remember we kept you very much to date when the screening for new VJs on Soundcity, a top music channel on various television stations in Nigeria.Those who were eventually picked and the old hands that were ratained were formally unveiled to the press last Sunday at Jade Chinese Restaurant in Victoria Island,Lagos. Some of those who made the list are Pearl,Titi Adelagun,Derele (retained),S.Dot (retained) and Yinka. Chinwe was,however, dropped.We spoke with the Chinwe and she said there was no problem.She,however,confirmed that she is still with Soundcity as a presenter. It was a night of glitz and humour.The VJ's also used the opportunity to answer questions on their expectations.There was also a dinner. That night, I saw former Managing Director of Nigerian Breweries,Festus Odinmegwu.He came to have dinner with a 'friend'.I also saw Donald Duke,former governor of Cross River State.He came to hangout with a friend.

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter In this interview with http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ , Helen Prest Ajayi tells GISTMASTER the secret of her stunning look 29 years after she won the coveted crown of Miss Nigeria 1979.She also sought her opinion on whether or not it is true that ladies who engage in too much sexual intercourse age faster than the clock. What are your plans for age 50? I am looking forward to turning fifty next year. I intend to spend it with family and friends that I have met over the years. You know the people you meet in your life shape your life so i hope to get in touch with many people I have lost touch with. People say life begins at 40. That may be true for a man, but for a woman in actual fact life begins at 50. At 40 you're still grappling with raising children and juggling all kinds of situations. If you're lucky and had your children a little bit early, lets say in your late twenties and early thirties like i did, in your 4o's they would just a...

Story & Photos By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter The Malta Guinness Street Dance contest has kicked off.The regional finals took the organiers to different part of the country. The one for Jos was shown last week and it was fun. Here,www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com captured Soul Quest, the winner of the Abuja regional finals.The event took place inside NTA Abuja. the Judges, made up of Guinness world record holder for the longest dance ever, Kaffayat Shafau, popularly known as Kaffy, Wale ‘Rubber’ and Frank.Deji Falope, a former Presenter with Soundcity anchored the event. The ‘Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa’ is an exciting competition which is being introduced by the market leading non-alcoholic brand to further bond with its consumers, and also to give opportunity to Nigerian youth to showcase Nigeria ’s hottest dance talents. Speaking on the initiative, during the press conference to announce the launch of the competition, Malta Guinness’ Marketing Manager, Adenike Adebola sai...

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter The movers and shakers of the Lagos social circuit stormed the MITV complex,Alausa on Sunday 1 June 2008 for the Nikkai ceremony of Kabiru Folami and Sakiratu Kassamu in Lagos. It was an event that has all the tappings of an A-list party. Bonsue fuji exponent, Adewale Ayuba was on the bandstand.

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Photos by Tokunbo Ibikunle Photo Journalist Top Yoruba actress,Remi Surutu was on top of the world yesterday as friends, relatives and collegues came to celebrate her recent award as Actress of the Year by Afro Hollywood award in Ireland. Yesterday's event, which also marked the launching of her latest movie took place at White House, Ikeja,Lagos.The event was put together by City People magazine and Bayowa Records and Films Limited. Those that graced the event included Gbenga Adewusi, the CEO of Bayowa Records and Films Limited,Ronke Oshodi Oke,Bisi Ibidapo-Obe,She Baby,Foluke Daramola, Yinka Best and others. Photo 1-Remi Surutu Photo 2-She Baby and Gbenga Adewusi Photo 3- A dancer showing doing a 'stunt' with what she is got! Photo 4- Actress,Foluke Daramola and friend Photo 5- Remi Surutu, Bisi Ibidapo-Obe and others Photo 6- Ronke Oshodi Oke Photo 7-Dancers on the dance floor.

Dear readers, I have to remove a news item that was earlier posted here about a party being planned for an important personality in United Kingdom.A member of the planning commitee pleaded that they don't want people to draw the person's attention to the news so that the purpose won't be defeated.The manner of approach was right and we decided that we would help them keep it a suprise!

Story & photos by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter I had a great time at Bacchus on Awolowo road,Ikoyi, venue of Rubbin' Minds Democracy day get together on Thursday. Most of the speakers spoke my mind.Nigeria needs total re-engineering and spiritual cleansing as one of the speakers pointed out. I also believe that it is not good to be an arm chair critic, rather,we should also try our best to contribute our quota to the development of the nation.Well, our creator knows best. I left the event with Delta state born entertainer,Mitchel Ugbo popularly known as Ashionye.We chatted about the White Gig, which took place the previous weekend. As we approached the Third Mainland Bridge,we deviated to the latest news about her relationship.She denied the recent report she is no more dating Carl Raccah of Orangotan.According to her, it is a figment of the writer's imagination. She pointed out that there are more important issues about her life than relationship break up. The 'Gir...

Story & photos by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Mrs.Folorunsho Alakija, the former president of Fashion Designer Association of Nigeria (FADAN) is a trendsetter any time, anyday.The Ikorodu born socialite who had her 50th birthday sometime ago is married to Modupe Alakija (from the popular Alakija family of Lagos) Photo 2- Actress Rukkie Sanda photo 3-Ofuneka Molokwu of Big Brother Africa fame rocking' at Encomium White Gig party in Lagos on Sunday 25 May 2008.

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Yesterday (29 May 2008) is known as ‘Democracy day’ and it was declared a public holiday. http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ joined other youth at the special Rubbin’ Mind event organized by Redstrat.It took place at Bacchus, a top rate hangout on Awolowo road, Ikeja-Lagos. A lot of speakers noted there is nothing to cheer about the present administration of President Umaru Musa Yar’dua.They asked Mr. President to wake up from slumber so that the youth can feel his impact. "Our President has been sleeping" was the general chorus Kudos was given to Mr.Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) the governor of Lagos State for what he has done so far in Lagos.However, some of them complained that Fashola is rehabilitating many roads at the same time.This explains why traffic problems in Lago has worsen(Well, lets endure or what do you think?) . Apart from the discussion, it was a complete evening of enjoyment.There was 'small chops',dance galore,comedy ...