JIMOH IBRAHIM BUYS NEWSWATCH

Nigeria billionaire, Mr. Jimoh Ibrahim has bought Newswatch magazine company. The oil magnate who is well connected within and outside the ruling Peoples Democratic Party recently held a meeting with members of staff of the company and he told them that he wont tamper with their editorial contents, rather his dream is to ensure that money is pumped into the company so that the publication can run smoothly.Gistmaster gathered that under the new arrangement, Mr. Ibrahim will among other things pay off the 7 months salaries being owed staff.
 Newswatch was founded in the 80s by late Dele Giwa, Ray Ekpu and others. The magazine used to parade notable Nigerians such as Chief Tony Momoh, Otunba Mike Adenuga and Chief Alex Akinyele as directors.Newswatch was used as a platform to fight the tyranny and oppressive government of the  military at that time. 
  Newswatch magazine Editor in Chief in 1986, Mr. Dele Giwa was killed in a letter bomb attack, which many considered to date as one of the most brutal  murder against any journalist in Africa
 It would be recalled that the Jimoh Ibrahim also bought National Mirror Newspaper  from the erstwhile owner, Mr. Emeka Obasi. The former Virgin Nigeria airline was also acquired by Jimoh Ibrahim,a lawyer.It is now called Nigeria Eagle.
-by Gistmaster

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CITY PEOPLE MAGAZINE HONOURS FASHOLA

The recently re-elected governor of Lagos state, governor Babatunde Raji Fashola SAN, popularly known as BRF, has bagged two awards from the recently held city 
people award.
The award for best south-west governor and best governor in Nigeria  were 
presented to Fashola at his Alausa Ikeja office, by the publisher of city people 
magazine Seye Kehinde and his team.
During the Presentation ,Governor Fashola thanked city people for believing in 
the Nigerian story and congratulated them for their good work in promoting 
entrepreneurship and development as well as their role in job creation. While 
symphatising with them for the unfortunate fire incidence which occurred during 
the award ceremony. According to city people, he accepted the award on behalf of 
his party (ACN), His colleagues in the government, members of Lagos state 
cabinet and the entire public servants of lagos ranging from security official 
through to the Lawma road sweepers and all others who have contributed to the 
success 
story.                         

SHUGA BAND STILL INTACT

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Big Sam media recently issued a statement on behalf of their client, Shuga Band stating that there was noting like fight or splitting in Shuga Band.

The statement reads "It has come to our attention that some faceless individuals have been going about media house planting false stories that the highly respected and nationally-acclaimed band in Nigeria, Shuga Band has broken up with members moving out to start a new band.
We would not have bothered to dignify this with a response but for two reasons: reputable newspapers and journalists are beginning to take this as gospel truth without confirmation from us. Two, so that lie will not become the truth and the truth taken as lie.
For clarification purposes, the esteemed clients of Shuga Band and the public should note that no notable members of the band has left in the last three years or recently as reported.
Secondly, the supposedly 'notable' member of Shuga Band said to have left to start his own band has never been a member less being 'notable'. He was just a fringe session man who gets to play with the band to keep body and soul together.

How he became a 'top member' on whose shoulder the good fortune of the band rests as reported and planted by his publicist is now a wonder. And this person in question has not played with Shuga Band in the last three years. Within, these three years, Shuga Band has performed for President of the Federal Republic, Governors, at Mike Adenuga's daughter wedding and many notable events.
We know the game being played, these people are trying to sell their brand with the name of established and highly respected band, Shuga but we would like them  note that it is totally out of character to push their brand by trying to pull Shuga Band down. Especially when they know that the CEO of Shuga Band would have gladly given his blessings and support has he has always done if such had been requested of him. It is a known fact in the industry that Shuga Band supports other bands especially those established by past members of the band. This is a dirty game of trying to pull established brand down or drag it to a media/dirty fight to give publicity to the said new band. We enjoin members of the press to do thorough investigations and make necessary enquiries and not be tool of propaganda in the hands of people with 'pull him down syndrome.'
We have detailed our lawyer to exploit every available legal means and appropriate channels to address these issues. He'll be getting in touch with the affected newspapers.
Please, don’t hesitate to contact us for any enquiries. Our lines are opened to members of the press as always.

Newsroom- Gistmaster.com

news@gistmaster.com

DAKORE, OLUMIDE AKANDE TWINS ON THE WAY!

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By Niyi Tabiti

Few months after the wedding of actress, Dakore Egbuson and her man, Olumide Akande, son of Nigeria’s politician and billionaire, the couples are expecting their first baby together. Dakore and Olumide came hand in hand to the the movie launch of the last winner of Amstel Malta Box Office (AMBO) at Genesis Deluxe Cinema, Lekki.

Dakore shas obviously added more weight and her bulging tummy was visible in her yellow gown. Olumide seems to be guiding his woman through every step.It Is a season of twins for stars, Mariah Carey just delivered her own.Remember, Celine Dion also had twins and Jennifer Lopez too. Who knows, its time for Dakore set of twins too!lol

Months before her weddings, Dakore has been less visible in the entertainment industry.she also confessed in her interview she granted Genevieve magazine that she would be doing less of Nollywood, giving confirmation to the gist that her in-laws are not too disposed to her acting career because of their social and political pedigree.

Safe delivery to Dakore!

Click here to DAKORE AND OLUMIDE AKANDE WEDDING

JAY JAY OKOCHA,SEGUN ODEGBAMI PLANS BIG PARTY FOR MAY 7VEN

By Niyi Tabiti
It is no more news that May7ven the beautiful singer and daughter retired soccer star, Chief Segun Odegbami has taken over Kaffy's seat as a judge on Malta Guinnes Street Dance. The United States of America based singer and dancer who made it big with her singing and dancing talent got a multimillion Naira contract from Guinness this year. This will also enable her contribute her own quota to the development of dance in Nigeria and indeed Africa.May 7ven used to be a back up singer for queen of hip hop, Mary J Blige

 The latest news reaching gistmaster.com indicate that May7ven (real name Yemisi Odegbami) will be hosted to a talk of the town party on 6 May 2011 by her father, Segun Odegbami in conjunction with Austin Jay Jay Okocha. The venue is Jay Jay Okocha's Number 10 Club at Saka Tinubu Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
 The event will be hosted by the duo of Derele Edun and Deji Falope. This is the first time that the duo of Derele and Deji would be together on the red carpet together.They used to be co-workers at Soundcity.

LADI BALOGUN AN ACHIEVER-LADI BALOGUN FCMB GMD RECEIVES YOUNG GLOBAL CHAMPIONS AWARD

Ladi Balogun, the Group Managing Director of First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Plc has been honoured with the award of This Day’s Young Global Champions in honour of young and daring Nigerians who are 50 and below  and have taken Nigeria into global competition.
Ladi Balogun received this honour at the 16^th Annual This Day Awards for Excellence and Good Governance which took place in Lagos, recently. Ladi Balogun was honoured for transforming a family owned bank in the face of the demise of other family owned banks.
According to the organizers of the yearly awards, leaders of 14 corporate organizations in the country who have built new companies from scratch and made them world class received this year’s awards in this category.
Ladi Balogun, son of Otunba Subomi Balogun, remains one young man who has done tremendously well for himself. Ladi Balogun’s impressive story could not have been otherwise, seeing that ladi balogun attended some of the best educational institutions in the world, which ladi Balogun complements with his prestigious and enviable subomi Balogun background. Ladi’s   wealthy father appears to have conquered all challenges of life with his wealth, Ladi remains undaunted in his desire to further solidify and sustain the financial base of the balogun’s mega-business, especially, the First City Monument Bank (FCMB), where Ladi  Balogun sits as managing director and chief executive officer.
That Ladi Balogun   rose to the leadership position in the thriving bank could be attributed to ladi’s passion for hard work and resilience.  Ladi Balogun joined the bank (now FCMB Capital Markets Ltd) as a senior manager/team leader in 1995 and rose to become executive director, investment banking division. Ladi Balogun   has been a team leader on capital raising, mergers and acquisition, as well as privatization assignments
Ladi Balogun has over 18 years experience in commercial and investment banking abroad. In 1996 Ladi Balogun joined FCMB as Executive Assistant to the Chairman/CEO. In 2000, he was made Executive Director in charge of Strategy and Business Development and in 2001 Deputy Managing Director. Ladi Balogun  was appointed the Managing Director in 2005.

OBAMA ANNOUNCES OSAMA's DEATH

The news making the rounds all over the world is the death of Osam Bin Ladin. So that it won't just look like a rumour, the killing of Osama by the allied forces was personally confirmed by the President of the United States, Mr. Barak Obama. A...

BIG BROTHER AMPLIFIED UPDATES - DAY 1

By Airat
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THE NEW BIG BROTHER HOUSE
House is best described as friendly and fashionable, created to offer real comfort and great fun to the Housemates.Including two bedrooms, a long kitchen, a storeroom, an open plan living room plus a large garden evergreen with artificial grass and two separate seating areas, the Big Brother House also includes a large bathroom. Most importantly, the Diary Room (now called the Chat Room) is back at the heart of things where housemates will spend time talking directly to Biggie.
Amongst the décor, the house also functions as a fully-fledged studio environment and includes 120 microphones and 54 cameras, including brand new ‘cue-ball’ cameras that allow for even greater camera flexibility and scope, an essential on a series that runs 24/7 live for 91 days. The new BBA house is a combination of the barn and the main house .More stories after -Read More



ABOUT THE 26 HOUSEMATES
With 14 countries in attendance , BBA6 carefully selected two reps from each country with the exception of Mozambique and Zambia . View pictures by clicking on the link .
http://bigbrotherafrica.dstv.com/Housemates/

MEET YOUR NIGERIAN HOUSEMATES
KAREN

Age 27 Hometown Jos
Occupation Unemployed
Biography Born in Jos, Karen lists her mother as her role model. She likes people who are similar to her: fun and happy, and dislikes people who are boring, fake and dishonest. Karen relaxes by "chilling with friends" and would love to visit Spain because "it is sunny, beautiful and exotic”.
SO FAR - Off on a racy high energy level start ,this Lil Kim of Naija - Karen has shown she is not the quiet type , talking aloud, breaking into spontaneous teasing dance steps and OMG those boobs and tatoos .....Lets see how far she will go in the game .

VINA

Age 26
Hometown Lagos
Occupation Radio Presenter
Biography Vina, describes her personality as "amplified" and dislikes people who are lazy, unfriendly and think they are better than others. She’s confident of her chances on the show and promises she will be outrageous.
SO FAR - Well for now , we can say her style is edgy - with her half red head . Dont think she is a fan of her fellow Naija house mate though , since she took her up on having a fake accent. Hmm, knowing women .....lets see how these two get along .

THE FIRST KISS

In a bid to get to know each other better, the Housemates decided to play a game of 'Never Never'. In this game, the Housemates revealed, what it is they have never done before.Millicent- from Kenya decided to kiss Alex from Ghana. Believe you me , they really did put up a show .

For more updates , click on the bba icon on the top right.

Double Take On The Print Factor

Amber Rose and Kardashian were both Spotted in an African Inspired Ankara print fabric dress from Mara Hoffman. Both celebrities looked stunning and bright in this tribal one hand piece by the print loving designer.

Kim

THISDAY STYLE REPORTER FUNKE BABS -KUFEJI CELEBRATES

Funke Kafui Babs- Kufeji - a style reporter with Thisday -One of Nigeria's most read weekly style digest, is adding another year today . The soft spoken style writer who is well known for her selective taste in shoes and wristwatches, is also a talented cake maker. Here is wishing Funke a very happy birthday and hoping we get a slice of one of your delightfully delicious, taste bud teasing cakes .Cheers

Funke @ elite model look event

Joy Chico Ejiro delivers Baby Boy

Joy @ the Encomium Black and White Ball

Top Lagos clothier- Joy Chico Ejiro and fashion forward lady behind the brand -Real Colours, has completed her nine months course with the coming of her baby boy. Joy who has been absent from the social circles for a while now had friends bombard her face book page with congratulatory messages . Also known as your girl- next- door, Joy is the wife of one of the celebrated movie producers in Nigeria - Chico Ejiro .

Joy and her husband -Chico Ejiro