STAR COMEDIAN,GBENGA ADEYINKA THE FIRST IS NOT DEAD

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Popular comedian and compere of Star, Gbenga Adeyinka the first is alive, contrary to speculations spreading like wild fire in some places.

When Gistmaster.com spoke with Gbenga Adeyinka the first around 11.16 a.m today on phone , he said that he has also heard the same rumour but he is grateful to GOD that he is very much alive. He also thanked all those who has been calling and wishing him long live.

It must have been the work of mischievous makers who are envious of his achievements in the comedy and event business.

Married to Biola, a lawyer and mother of his three children,  Gbenga Adeyinka started studied English at the University of Lagos. He later worked in the corporate affairs department of a company before kicking off his career in the entertainment world.

- By Niyi Tabiti

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DEJI, MKO ABIOLA'S SON REMANDED IN EFCC CUSTODY OVER FAILED BUSINESS DEAL

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Report by Gistmaster

Deji Abiola, one of the sons of late businessman and Politician, Bashorun Kashimawo Olawale Abiola (MKO) has been charged before an Ikeja High court for allegedly obtaining money from a businessman without fulfilling the agreement contained in the transaction.

The charge against Abiola reads :
“Deji Abiola on or about 21st day of May 2008 at Lagos within Ikeja Judicial Division with intent to defraud knowingly and fraudulently converted the sum of N35,550,000 ( thirty five million five hundred and fifty thousand naira ) property of Hamza Babatunde Jose of Irede Property and Investment Company Limited”.

The alleged offence is punishable under section 390(8) (b) and (9) of the Criminal Code Law Cap c17 Vol.2 laws of Lagos State 2003 .

Gistmaster.com gathered that Deji, who is younger brother to  Kola Abiola, allegedly collected about 35.5 million Naira from Hamza Babajide Jose with the promise that he would supply him printing machines in 2008. The machines were supposed to be imported from Switzerland.

After what he considered the long wait for machines without seeing anything in place, Jose decided to report Deji Abiola to Nigeria's anti-graft agency, EFCC (Economic and Financial Crimes Commission).

When the case came up for hearing today,Deji could not take his plea of whether guilty or not guilty as his lawyer, A B Kasunmu (SAN) ask for time to look into the file. Justice Adeniyi Onigbanjo ordered that Deji should be remanded in EFCC custody. The case been adjourned till 30 June 2011.

It would be recalled that Deji was also arrested in 2009 by detectives from the Special Fraud Unit, Milverton Road, Ikoyi, based on the allegation that he defrauded Guaranty Trust Bank to the tune of about N177 Million (Naira).

He was said to have obtained a loan facility over goods he said he was importing into the country.

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ALL THE MEN WHO DATED GENEVIEVE-YES MAGAZINE DEBUT EDITION

By Niyi Tabiti

The much awaited tabloid, YES MAGAZINE has finally hit the newstand. The magazine first edition has lead stories on it cover such as the grass to grace story of  Billionaire Ifeayin Uba of Capital Oil and Gas, inspirational interview with Pastor Anslem Madubuko and others.

It also has celebrity guest columnists such as Saint Obi, Chidi Mokeme and Basorge Tariah.

One of the major stories on the cover was on Nigeria's most reported actress, Ms. Genevieve Ifunnaya Nnaji.

According to Yes,there is currently no confident Mr. Right for Genevieve Nnaji. All those who dated her in the past lacked the guts and audacity to take it to the next level. None proposed not to talk about decorating her third finger with any ring.

Yes investigation revealed that the first man that Genevieve gave her heart to in Nollywood was Kunle Coker. The actor also dated popular Yoruba actress Funke Akindele in  the past.Kunle is currently one of the major stars in Tinsel, a TV drama series.

Preddy Wise Okowa's romance with Genevieve was also well pronounced in the past. They later went their seperate ways. Preddy is one of the younger brothers of Senator Ifeanyi Okowa. Emmanuel Babayaro, a former Nigerian goal keeper was also mentioned.Genevieve also dated Pat Attah, another Nollywood actor  before moving up to Shola Akinbo.

Yes on its report also said other men said to have  dated Genevieve includes controversial businessman Fred Ajidua, producer of 'Osofia in London' Kingsley Ogoro and Charles Warren.Genevieve, whose teenage daughter is known as Lily has won several awards courtesy of her acting career.

 

TUPAC VISITS NIGERIA, AFTER FELA ON THE BROADWAY

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The Makaveli Music Group, LLC and the Tupac Shakur family are set to release
a double CD family tribute album this summer. To promote the tribute album,
the Makaveli Music Group is organizing ‘The Official Tupac Shakur Family and
Friends Tour 2011’ – a tour aimed at celebrating the life of Tupac Amaru
Shakur who would have been 40 years old on the 16th of June 2011.

The CEO of Makaveli Music Group, Kendrick Lesane (Tupac’s cousin) has been
in talks with One Management, a leading Nigeria based Talent Management and
Entertainment Events Management Firm, to hold a Hip-Hop Summit and Concert
in the heart and soul of Nigeria - Lagos State, in September 2011. The Tour
will be a 2 day event consisting of a Hip-Hop Summit and the Tupac Tribute
Concert.

The Summit is aimed at promoting Youth Development and Empowerment. Features
of the Summit include a talk shop which will have close knit members of
Tupac’s family talk about his life, his contribution to the hip-hop culture,
lessons learnt and the effect of one of hip hop’s greatest rap icons on the
average Youth and on the Nigerian side, Artistes who have been influenced by
Tupac’s music, talk about the impact of the hip hop culture in the Nigerian
context. Other features will be a showcase of   underground talents, giving
them a platform to showcase their individual talents through judged cipher
sessions (rap battles).

Emem Ema of One Management says, one of the major objectives for the summit
is to send out a strong message to the Nigerian Youth about channeling their
energy and talent positively through the medium of music as hip hop is a
platform that encourages creativity and entrepreneurship. Tupac was not just
a rapper; he was a poet, writer, actor, activist and legend who used his
talent to create a whole movement.

Kendrick Lesane of the Makaveli Music Group said “the Tupac family is
excited about promoting in Nigeria, Tupac’s legacy of the youth, creating
something positive out of dire circumstances. It will be our first time in
Africa and we are looking forward to it.”

The concert will consist of performances from an international hip-hop act,
members of the Tupac Family; and some of Nigeria’s leading Hip Hop Artists
who in addition to performing their own tracks will bring an African flavour
to some of Tupac’s renowned songs.

The Tour hopes to Provide an avenue for young individuals to show the depth
of their imagination and creativity (in terms of writing and even dance),
and to help promote critical thinking through hip-hop.

Gistmaster.com

 

 

 

Chic Accessories @ Alter Ego

As part of the "Pop up Shop" moves, Chic Accessories of Ghana will now be stocked exclusively in Alter Ego on Awolowo Road ikoyi- Lagos . The exquisite line of jewellery has since been made available due to its high demand for its fine line of architectural pieces .
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ABOUT CHIC ACCESSORIES 
`Chic Accessories is an accessory company based in Accra, Ghana. Their specialty is well crafted statement pieces with a lot of their lines in one of a kind pieces. Their inspiration is drawn from art coupled with architecture which is reflected in all of their pieces. Their unique pieces are a play on textures, materials and form.

Liya Kebede is the New Face of L’Oréal Paris

World-renowned beauty brand, L’Oréal Paris has just announced that the newest face of the brand is none other than supermodel Liya Kebede.
L’Oréal Paris over time has been the "ish" for women of color with the likes of Freida Pinto and Jennifer Lopez also on its roster. Liya represents black women all over the globe as well as her home country of Ethiopia.

Not just a supermodel, Liya is also an activist having founded her own charity named the Liya Kebede Foundation. This also shows that L’Oréal is committed to women who are beautiful, but who also make a global impact through philanthropy.

Visit www.lorealparis.com for more information.

PHOTOS AND GIST FROM MONALISA CHINDA'S MOVIE PREMIERE IN LAGOS

Anyone passing through the Ahmadu Bello way, Victoria Island, on June 20, 2011, could sense a mile away that something extraordinary was happening at the Silverbird Galleria.

From the long traffic, to the filled Silverbird car park, to the large number of dapperly looking guests walking into the galleria and the red carpet stand that was flooded with stars, the event could not have been anything other than the premiere of ‘Kiss and Tell’.

The Kiss and tell premiere started at about 4pm with a red carpet event at the Atrium of the Silverbird Cinemas, which lasted for about four hours as against the two hours planned out.

This was not surprising though, as the large number of paparazzi on ground could not have enough of the long list of stars on ground. The role call of stars in attendance include; Monalisa Chinda, Emem Isong, Joseph Benjamin, Uche Jumbo, Lilian Bach, Susan Bash, Julius Agwu, Fred Amata and a whole lot of others.
At about 8pm guests moved into the hall for the premiere proper. The Nigerian comedian and radio presenter Yaw, who was the anchor of the event, came on stage and introduced the executive producer, producer and the cast of the movie who took a bow after a resounding applause from the audience.

Guests were taken through several crescendos of fun and laughter as the romantic comedy ‘Kiss and Tell’ came up on the screen. Executive producer of the movie Monalisa Chinda and producer, Emem Isong were all smiles after the movie as the standing ovation and applause they got after the movie signalled to them that they did a good job.

‘Kiss and Tell’ features A-list Nollywood actors like Desmond Elliot who also directed the movie, Monalisa Chinda, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Uche Jombo, Joseph Benjamin, Bhaira Mcwizu, Darlene Benson and others. It will start showing in Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt and other parts of the country from July 18.

In ‘Kiss and Tell’, Iyke (Joseph Benjamin), the ultimate player in the game of women runs Blue Quest with his friend Bernard (Desmond Elliot); their friendship however does not apply to their coy. Iyke, who prides himself as the ultimate player per excellence however met his match perhaps more than he bargain for in Delphine (Monalisa Chinda), a divorce lawyer who is a divorcee herself. Iyke is about to lose a bet, a controlling shares of Blue Quest. He has to win or los

LIFESTYLE NEWS :- Beyonce , Avril lavigne and Jessica Simpson new Fragrance Splash

Beyonce will present her new fragrance Pulse in September 2011 in cooperation with the company Coty. Pulse is a citrus- floral-gourmand fragrance, dedicated to the favorite flower of the singer—orchid. This energetic composition portrays the excitement that she feels on stage.

On the other hand, Canadian pop-rock singer Avril Lavigne launches her third fragrance under the name of Wild Rose later in the year .  The first perfume, Black Star, was introduced in 2009, followed by the second one, Forbidden Rose, a year later. Wild Rose keeps up with the theme of its predecessor and is made as a refreshing, floral - fruity perfume for daily wear.

Finally , Jessica Simpson and Parlux present a new fragrance from the Fancy line. After the original Fancy from 2008, Fancy Love from 2009 and Fancy Nights from 2010, here comes the I Fancy You edition. I Fancy You is described as a soft and velvety floral-musky scent.

JEWEL BY LISA LAUNCHES NEW DIFFUSION LINE - J LABEL

The long awaited diffusion line of Jewel By Lisa is finally out. A clear and palpable missing link in the market, the J- label has finally come to fill the gap and has naturally come to take its pride of place in the midst of all.

The J Label is undoubtedly functional, wearable, flaunt simple cuts and are easy individuals that can be worn together or individually. The pieces can be worn from day to night.

The J Label is a strong combination of urban cool, afro-pop, and cutting edge beautifully crafted clothes — it is affordable luxury at its best. The pieces are high-fashion-completely-relevant to youth culture; hand embellished treasures, to be admired, hung nicely in wardrobes the world over, then easily incorporated with other everyday pieces. The J Label remains about quality, craftsmanship, detail, comfort, and most essential considerable affordability. Check out the collection and where they can be purchased after the cut .

Contact address -13, Ribadu – in Ikoyi- Lagos

NEWS: Music Meets Runway 2011: Where fashion and music collide

Le Reve Events announces the arrival of one of the most anticipated events of the year, “Music Meets Runway” scheduled to be held on the 9th of July, 2011 at the Eko Hotel EXPO CENTRE, Lagos.
Music Meets runway is an industry event fusing performances by some of the hottest artists and runway expose featuring some of the finest up and coming designers that Nigeria has to offer, with diverse styles from lingere wears to Haute Couture.

The aim for this event is to create awareness for some of the amazing new talents we have including up and coming fashion designers, music artists, international acts, stylists, make-up artists and more…
La Reve Events also plans to promote networking among the fashion industry professionals including educators, retail buyers, fashion journalists, trendsetters and consumers.
EKO HOTEL EXPO CENTRE will experience one of the most amazing events of 2011 with International guest stars (yet to be revealed), 10 music artists, 10 fashion Designers, The Sexiest Hosts, and One Major event…MUSIC MEETS RUNWAY (MMR).
Sponsors already on board are: MTN, Samsung Mobile, SKYY Vodka, Bella Naija and more
There will be pre-parties and post parties surrounding the event and a FASHION VIP Lounge.
For more information regarding this event please email info@musicmeetsrunway.com
For press accreditation and all press matters please email pr@musicmeetsrunway.com
For ticketing information please email tickets@musicmeetsrunway.com

WORLD BANK CHIEF,NGOZI OKONJO IWEALA TO GET MINISTERIAL POST IN NIGERIA

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By Niyi Tabiti

World Bank Managing Director, Mrs. Ngozi Okonjo- Iweala may return to Nigeria as minister under the new dispensation. There are strong indications that she would return again to her seat as the Federal minister of Finance under the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan. Facts to this effect emerged as Mr. President formally sent the name of Mrs. Okonjo- Iweala to the State Security Service (SSS) for clearance.
It would be recalled that the versatile woman who contributed a lot to the economic programs under former President Obasanjo eventually left the cabinet in controversial circumstances  after she was posted to the Foreign Affairs ministry from the Finance ministry.
Suprisingly, gistmaster.com gathered that the name of former managing director of Nigerian Breweries Plc, Mr.Festus Odimegwu was also on the list.Those in the know that this must be compensation time for Odimegwu who was sacked through to his incursion into politics. He was  a strong supporter of ex president Olusegun Obasanjo alleged Third term bid in office. Many believe he was sacked because as the head of a corporate institution like Nigerian Breweries he was not suppose to be too partial in his political affiliations.
Mary Onyali- Omagbemi, a popular Nigerian sprinter who did Nigeria proud at many international athletic competitions has also been nominated to become a minister. Her name, gistmaster gathered has been sent for clearance by the security agency

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