FACES @ THE CELEBRITY EDITION OF BEAUTY AND THE FEAST- PART 1

The Beauty and the Feast fashion, beauty and lifestyle exhibition which took place on the 19th of June took place at the exquisite Protea in ikoyi . Tagged Celebrity edition, it was a day both exhibitors and guests would not forget in a hurry . After the break  is a sneak peek of what went down .

Lise make up and skin care stand

Blings by Patrick Ayanski

Diamond Jarret - Sierra Leone 

Yes - I - Do

Diva Delicious

Sparkle fashion stores

 

Buki de L'azaria

Anu Amusan

Eni Balogun of Lise

Sandi Owusu of Diva Delicous

Nyradzzi

CAREER: GET A GREEN CARD IN DIGITAL PUBLISHING AND MAKE MONEY

By Funmi A.

I remember my first time in a digital publishing class, I got so excited because of the revelations.

Learning the simple tricks of working with blogger,wordpress, creating my own website, working with page designing and photo editing tools like Photoshop and Corel draw got me  career satisfaction.

Now I get to train people too in my office based in Omole Phase 1, Ikeja Lagos.

Its just amazing how some people have created career out of this training. Designing posters, making money designing and hosting websites for people and even making money online,designing magazine covers and so on.

The revolution in digital publishing has brought about so many changes. The world, many said, would become a global village.

Today it is not just a 'Village' it is gradually becoming a 'street'. Shopping,stock trading, news, and social networking now takes place with just a click.

If you are not online, then you are not 21st century compliant.

In two weeks, you can learn how to become a creative designer and also make money using simple tools right!You can set up and become your own boss. Learn how to create your own website!

Learn the basic art of using photoshop, Corel Draw and creating master designs. You can do it! You can reach Funmi on 08027168728. With as little as N10,000 (Ten Thousand Naira) you can be the creative designer you have always want to be!

Its good for business executives, young school leavers still waiting for University admission or interested persons who want to be in touch with the future of Digital revolution.

 




 

 

BET AWARDS 2011 FOR DBANJ AND 2FACE IDIBIA

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To those who have been keen observers of the Nigerian entertainment industry, it is no surprise that Nigerian musicians would definitely shine anywhere in the world. Nigerian artistes have continued to play major role and won awards at major events worldwide.

Two days ago, it happened in Los Angeles, California the world capital of entertainment.African Queen crooner, 2face Idibia and Dbanj were declared joint winners in the International act category of the BET Awards. The two musicians aggregate must have stood at the same rate and the judges have no choice than to give it to the two of them.

Other African artistes such as Angelique Kidjo (Republic of Benin), Fally Pupa (Congo Democratic Republic) and Tear Gears from Republic of South Africa were also nominated in the same category.

- By Niyi Tabiti

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FUNKE FOWLER AND ABI KUKU's WEDDING INTRODUCTION INSIDE PARKVIEW

Funke Fowler

Gistmaster.com

Last weekend, Funke Fowler of Leila Fowler boutique and Abi Kuku, Lagos big boy had their traditional wedding introduction.

The Kuku's family with all the emblem of royalty from Ijebu Ode formally met that in-law last weekend in Parkview Estate, Ikoyi.
The groom is the son of eminent businessman and Ogbeni Oja of Ijebuland, Chief Adebayo Kuku. He is regarded as one of the richest and most influential Ijebu sons.
The first stage of Abi and Funke's marriage was held in Funke's grandma's home inside the elitist Parkview Estate, Ikoyi.

Funke looked scintillating in a blue lace with white and silver accessories; while Abi was in his signature white.

Leila's grand mother is the successful educationist. She runs  Vivian Fowler Memorial College for girls in Lagos. Funke's father, Chief Babatunde Fowler is the Chairman of Lagos State Board on Internal revenue. He is said to be close to Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other members of the Lagos political family.

Gistmaster.com gathered that the two love birds decided to live the rest of their lives together and also set machinery in motion for their wedding , when Abi finally proposed to Leila in London.

It was during the famous Prince Harry and Kate Middleton royal wedding. Though they have been dating for sometime, we gathered Funke got the wedding proposal ring during that period.

The wedding will hold in Lagos and Dubai in November.
Meanwhile when the couple announced their engagement, lots of people criticized Funke that she's an arrogant snob! Others believe she was greatly misunderstood.

Some are also of the opinion that she wanted to have a wedding that is low  key, that is why she didn't let most people into the detail of the arrangement. That is certainly impossible said a Lagos boy, considering the prominence of  both families in their respective states.

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NIGERIA BEAUTY QUEEN, JANE OGBE EMERGE 2ND RUNNER UP AT MISS WORLD CUP CONTEST IN GERMANY

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Gistmaster.com

One of the activities that were held ahead of the ongoing Under 20
Female World Cup is the Miss World Cup Beauty Pageant. Gorgeous Miss
Jane Ogbe (former Miss International 2007), represented Nigeria and
emerged Second Runner-up at the competition.

The event was held last

Friday June 17, 2011 in Germany and had beauty queens from different
parts of the world in contention.

Tracing Jane’s career, we see a young girl who started as a video
girl, to a professional runway model for various fashion shows
including Omoyemi Akerele & Odion (2006) and Linda Ikeji’s Fashion
Show (2007).

Her first attempt to beauty pageantry was Miss Earth
2007 where she emerged First Runner-up and crowned Miss International
2007. According to her, this competition really gave her exposure and
several opportunities like representing Nigeria at the Miss Globe
International Beauty Pageant 2007 in Albania where she got the title –
Miss Cosmopolitan and a Diplomat certificate from the Mayor of
Tropoja. She was also part of the seven contestants whose pictures
were used to represent the continents of the world in a TV advert for
Albania’s historical postal stamps.

In 2009, Jane represented Nigeria at The Queens Of the World Contest
in Berlin – an experience that re-invited her to partake at the Miss
World Cup Beauty Pageant this year. “It was quite an experience and I
thank God for the opportunity. I am privileged and honoured to
represent Nigeria and our rich cultural heritage”, she says.

Miss Ogbe is from Benue State but was born in Jos, Plateau State. She
is a graduate from Lagos State University and currently based in Abuja
where she runs a modeling agency - grooming and mentoring other young
aspiring beauty models.

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FASHIONHUB:EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW OF 'J LABEL' COLLECTIONS BY LISA FOLAWIYO

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By Gistmaster.com

If the name of Nigeria’s hottest trendsetters is to feature anywhere, Lisa Folawiyo would appear in colours.

Stylish and talented, her line ‘Jewel by Lisa' has proved to be one of the most outstanding market leaders in the fashion industry.

The latest gist about the owner of Jewel by Lisa, says all is set for the release of her brand new affordable diffusion line, ‘The J Label’

Toni Tones and her crew got an exclusive preview of Lisa’s new line of business. You can click here to see exclusive documentary as produced and directed by Toni Tones.

"I had a great time directing this documentary, it was all laughs,
jokes and sunny smiles on set as the JBL team were a pleasure to work
with", said Toni Tones

Aside featuring the creative director, Lisa Folawiyo and Makida Mouka a model and face of sleek winner, the documentary also featured Zara Okpara the PR manager reveals all you need to know about the J label

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SOUND SULTAN's WIFE DELIVERS BABY BOY TODAY

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Gifted artist, Olanrewaju Fasasi aka Sound Sultan and his wife Farida welcomed their second child – a bouncing baby boy this (Sunday) morning. The baby was born in a Festac Town located hospital at exactly 11:45am (an hour after his wife went into labour). The artist confirms that both mother and child are doing great.
The bundle of joy that will be named in seven days arrives a year and eight months after the couple’s first child, named Zara. According to Sultan, “Zara is gradually getting a grip of what just happened”. Further commenting, a very excited Sultan says “God is great. The birth of my son is a sign of great blessings to come”.

Sound Sultan is one talented artist who has spent well over a decade in Nigeria’s music industry and still counting. His first single “Jagbajantis” led to his debut album ‘KPSHHEW’ (hiss or sound made by a frustrated person) released in 1999. This song and many others endeared him to fans and music pundits across Nigeria.  Ever since, the dark and tall gentleman has dished 5 great albums; the recent being ‘Back To The Future’ (January 20, 2011) with hit songs like “2010” ft. M.I, “Very Good Bad Guy” ft. Banky W and “Orobo” ft. Excel (and recently, Flavour).

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NIGERIA ACTRESS YEMISI AKANDE DIES IN UK

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Nigeria-UK actress, Yemisi Akande popularly known as Yemisi Eleto is dead. gistmaster.com gathered that the beautiful actress who is also niece to another prominent actor, Segun Remi (popularly known as Chief Karan)  died on Saturday 25 June 2011 in the UK. She was aged 39.
Yemisi,whose first appearance was in a Yoruba movie ' Omo Mummy' is the CEO of Yemak films with office on Camberwell road. She left Nigeria for the US about 18 years ago but relocated to Britain in 2006.



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In 2008, Yemisi released her popular movie 'Eleto' (Wedding Planner). She has worked with several known names in Yoruba movie industry in the past.
As Nigerians in the UK mourn the actress, prayers also pour for the two kids she left behind. The eldest is barely 8 years old.

A memorial website has been opened in  Yemisi Eleto's honour. You can click here to access it

- By Niyi Tabiti

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SYLVIA NDUKA WINNER MBGN 2011- SEE THE LATEST REPORT HERE

Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) contest 2011 has ended with Miss Sylvia Nduka being declared the winner. According to the profile of the new beauty queen, she is an undergraduate of University of Lagos and she is from the eastern part of Nigeria. Sophie Gemel, the representative of Bayelsa won the second position at MBGN 2011. Click here to see the live report of the MBGN 2011

SYLVIA NDUKA WINS MBGN 2011

 

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By Niyi Tabiti/Gistmaster.com

The Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) 2011 contest ended few minutes ago as Sylvia Nduka was announced winner of the crown.

Sylvia represented Taraba State at the beauty Peagent. Sophie Gemel,Miss Bayelsa won the first runner up position.

Miss Enugu, Lagos and Gombe won the 2nd, third and fourth runner up positions respectively.

The event was held at the New Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, the traditional home of Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria Beauty contest.

 

The contestants were judged based on their look, their carriage, their lifestyle in camp, votes from the public and judgment of the panel of judges. Their swim suit and evening gown segment brought a lot of people to their edge of their seats as they hailed contestants of their choice ceaselessly.

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After the last outing of the 34 contestants in evening gowns, various awards and prizes were announced.

Miss Photogenic went to Miss Ondo
Miss Amity- the most ambiable and friendly contestant (voted by the contestants)-Miss Ebonyi
Best Traditional custume- Miss Taraba
MGBN Model-Miss Kogi
Face of select pro- Miss Abia
Miss Adamawa won Miss Lacasera
Top 15 contestants were also announced shortly after.

The lucky ones who made it in this category are Miss Kano, Katsina,Lagos,Delta,Ondo, Ebonyi,Enugu,Bayelsa,Osun,Ogun, Taraba,Miss Kogi,Anambra and Miss Niger,Gombe. The audience and the MBGN contestants took a deep breathe as Mitchel Dede and her co- presenter went on to announce the top 5.

Luckily, Miss Taraba,Miss Lagos, Gombe,Enugu,Miss Bayelsa made it to the final list. Miss Taraba was later announced as the winner. She won N3 million Naira cash prize amongst other fringe benefits.



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JUDGES MBGN 2011
The judges at this year's edition are include Susan Peters a stylish Nollywood actress, Bankole Animashaun, a Director with Classic Beverage makers of Lacasera,George Uboh, a top executive with a security company,Caline Chauogury of  the billionaire Chauogury and Chauogury family. She holds a top position in Eko Hotel(where the family huge business  interest),Prince Tonye Princewill, a business man-river drill Group,Femi Solebo,Rita Arati and Nike Adegoke, Regional manager, Lufthansa German Airlines and Guy Murray Bruce representing the Silverbird group.


BETWEEN SILVERBIRD AND STYLE EDITORS
This 2011  Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) was largely boycotted by style editors from major newspapers and magazines, due to what they termed 'attitude' problem of the organizers.
Most style writers who spoke to Gistmaster.com blamed the organizers for non availability of invitation cards. Most of them said they were not invited.
A female reporter with an international media organization said " We have tried in our little way in promoting the contest in the past. Many thanks to Amadi Ogbonaiya of Vanguard who made sure that press tags were readily available. But now, sorry, Silverbird did not even want to make the style people attend so as to block their loopholes"

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EXHIBITION @ AIMAS ROOM

Aimas Room will be opening its doors again this Sunday 26^th of June for a day of retail therapy. So if you missed the launch, here is your chance to pick up that African inspired tee, and accessory that will be perfect for your summer wardrobe especially if you are going off shore. Joining us on Sunday will be Cam Cam Sweets who retail nostalgic and retro treats, Christaine Rubi: bespoke handmade jewelry, Sally Bawa: Ready to wear fashion, Mad About Denim: designer jeans, and Blush; cosmetic and beauty products and they will also be featuring Sacred Lashes.

Venue - Aimas Room -t 32 Alexander Avenue Ikoyi, (opposite clear essence spa) 

Time -  1pm till 7pm.

Tel- +234 8098824627