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Story & Photo by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Forget his bad boy role in Nollywood movies, Segun Arinze is the man after many ladies heart. He may not have the charming look of a Danzel Washington or fat bank account as David Beckhams' but he is got the energy and the creativity that a lot people drool over. The latest news reaching www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com indicates all his now set for the traditional wedding ceremony of 'Black Arrow' as he is popularly called.Authoritative sources hinted that the bride to be is simply known as Julie.She is a lawyer and a staff of Slumberger, a multinational company in Nigeria.She hails from Oguta in Imo State. The white wedding has been fixed for a late date. www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com spoke with the 43 year old actor this afternoon and he confirmed the story.However, he declined to reveal more about his new bride whom he described as publicity shy. Born Segun Aina, he hails from Badagry in Lagos State, Nigeria.His first mar...

On Friday 16 July 2008,Storm Records led by Obi Asika and James Amuta would be doing their thing at Swe Bar inside City Mall,Opposite Muson Centre,Onikan-Lagos. The event is called Raw African Poetry.Don't miss it!

By Jerry Adesewo from Abuja As the committee responsible for organizing the annual Northern Zonal Book Fair sets to stage this year’s edition of the book fair which’s maiden edition was held in Abuja last October, it has received a much necessary motivation from no less a personality than the Director-General of Voice of Nigeria, Alhaji Abubakar Jijiwa. The DG who is also the chairman of the Broadcasting Organizations of Nigeria reiterated the promise made to the committee last year upon his appointment as the Grand Patron of the annual book fair. “Education for all is the business of everyone of us. Therefore, whatever I can do to ensure the success of this book fair, I will not hesitate to do it. I will see what I can do in terms of using my position as the chairman of BON to ensure that there is adequate publicity and media coverage for this project because it is a noble cause” the DG who was also recently reelected as the President of Commonwealth Broadcasting Association. Alha...

Last week, someone sent me some wonderful clothes and cosmetics from the United States of America (USA).They are to be used as prizes for the Best dressed actress and some readers.My friend (she wants me to keep her identity) sent female tops with labels such as International Concept,GUESS,Calvin Klein,Nine West,Karen Kane,Tommy Hilfiger and others. Cosmetics label she sent included Lancome,Cover Girl,Revlon, Almay,Max,Maybeline and others. What about a brand new Limousine as first prize for the bes actress? Together, we shall get to that point soonest! As part of a way of making the voting more authentic.www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com is already perfecting a way of getting over 40 celebrities and fashion critic together to form a panel of judges.About 40 Entertainment, Fashion and Style journalists would also vote. From text messages, phone calls, e-mails and comments received so far- The trio of Genevieve Nnaji, Rita Dominic and Omotola Jolade-Ekehinde are the ones leading. (though not ...

I am a life coach, but first and foremost human too.That emotional side of me showed when I read an email sent to me by a Miss A.A who had read my blog. She asked that I advice the 30 something year old singles(women)living abroad who desire marriage but aren't having much luck finding brothers(especially of same African background)!I take this request seriously and as a priviledge knowing that my opinion on here will be taken by someone out there and their decision which will determine their destiny about marriage will be based on this. Early on, let me start by saying,I hold various views about this topic and as a result it may seem I am not giving a straight solution to the issue. There isn't one. But hopefully this will bring some enlightenment and help in making a clearer and purposeful search possible for the 30 something(s).In my opinion and from experience I think that what will determine your ability to find the person to marry will largely depend on your flexibility, ...

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Prince Muyideen Alade Aromire, a popular actor and movie producer is dead.The man, whom many describe as the true founder of the home video business in Nigeria died on friday 4 July 2008.www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com gathered that Alade died in a tragic auto crash on his way to his home. A prince from the Oba of Lagos royal lineage, Alade made several movies in the early 90s.Alade also started Yotomi TV, the first Indigenous cable televison station in Nigeria.He would be greatly missed by friends and colleagues within and outside the Nigerian movie industry. At the time of posting this report, Prince Jide Kosoko the president of the Association of Theatre Arts Practitioner (ANTP) and other leaders in the Nigerian movie are deliberating on how to give the departed a befitting burial.

Story & photos by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter I have been living in Lagos, Nigeria since I was born so I know a little about the city. Day and night, I move to different parts of the mega city in the cause of my work. Yesterday, I was joking with a friend that Lagos is the capital of Africa. My friend said; it is the headquarters of madness in Africa. To an extent, I couldn’t fault my friend’s claim because Lagos is indeed the 'city of anything can happen'. Right now, what we have is the Obama 'madness'. Recently,I was passing through Ojota when I saw some underage kids on the street hawking some edible items. They did it with great marketing skills. “Oga, yes…buy Obama Bread, Obama pure water…Oba chinchin, straight from America” We all laughed it off inside the bus but the fact remains that it was a serious matter. Those guys had to use any means possible to sell those things because they feed themselves. Some of them even feed their parents from what they...

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Former Presidential aspirant in Nigeria on the platform of FRESH political party and Pastor of Household of God Church in Lagos,Nigeria,Rev.Chris Okotie, celebrated his 50th birthday on Sunday 29 June 2008 at the Church Auditorium. Reverend Okotie who has made a oublic declaration of his undying love for a single mother of three was all smiles.He thanked God for thanking him this far in life.He also said that nothing can be compared to the new woman in his life.Okotie whose romance to Tina his ex-wife packed off some years back believe that he has seen the true bone of his bone and flesh of his flesh. The new woman also has a grace of style like his ex-wife. Comedian, Ayo Makun popularly known as Ay and ace Juju musician and now a man of GOD,Evagelist Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi entertained the people. Photo 1-Okotie and the love of his life Photo 2-Cutting of the cake Photo 3- Ace musician,Evagelist Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi (Raising his hands) and others praising ...

So it must be true, self love is the most important thing one can give to one's self. Many books, comments and affirmations from people I have been in contact with lately reflect that. My definition of self love, loves yourself, with all of your short comings. The ability to be your own friend and be compassionately there for you every time, not some time, everytime.Even when you keep repeating an action you are ashamed of. Many, many, people do not have a self-relationship; some people do not know who they really are. They have forever lived in a conditioned outcome to self existence that they own it as their life but yet it isn't their choice but what was given to them by society. I am not preaching vanity, far from it. What ever you have yearned to have people be to you, 1st learn to give it to yourself, and when you start living in that state of completeness, it attracts what you want to you. It is my heart desire to see many more people enjoying their lifes; the world is a...

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter The latest information reaching GISTMASTER indicates that Nayo (Odunayo Abidoye) , a United Kingdom based neo-soul singer is set to storm Nigeria for good. Already her forthcoming debut album entitled ‘African Girl’ is gathering momentum and it would soon be a blast amongst music lovers. Those who should know say Nayo is indeed a bundle of talent and a very promising act. Information gathered by those close shows that she is currently signed on Fyro music, an independent label in the UK .Right now; she is determined to be the biggest thing to happen to Nigeria and UK music scene. Nayo- the eldest daughter of late pillar of sports ‘Dokun Abidoye- is on the cover of the current edition of TRUE LOVE West Africa, and she is billed to arrive the country by mid-July. While in the country, she expected to address the press, meet with top producers and other stakeholders relevant to her music career in the country. A graduate of Business Administration fro...

The burial arrangement for the late music legend, Evangelist Sonny Okosun OON is finally out. GISTMASTER gathered that the remains of the late musician is set to arrive Nigeria on 4 July 2008 from the United States of America. Sonny Okosun died in May 2008 at Howard University Hospital, Washington District of Columbia. In a press statement signed by members of the Burial committee and sent to GISTMASTER , various activities have been lined up to give Okosun a befitting burial in Nigeria.The statement reads in part: “The Okosuns' Royal family of Esan central area of Edo state wishes to officially announce the demise of Frances Sonny Okosuns, OON, a father, brother, uncle and grand father, who was an African music icon that employed music to fight apartheid, oppression and repression in the African continent" OFFICIAL PROGRAMME OF THE NATIONAL BURIAL COMMITTEE OFEVANG. DR. SONNY OKOSUNS,OON. 1) Corpse of Late Evang. Sonny Okosuns, OON, arrives Nigeria from the United States o...