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Monday, August 15, 2011

JOHN MIKEL OBI's FATHER STILL MISSING

When the news broke that the father of top Chelsea player, John Mikel Obi had been missing following the massive spate of violence rocking Jos, Plateau state, it was obvious that Mikel would be in a pensive mood.
Even the anxiety the unpalatable situation has created among fans of the soccer star is best imagined. Hours after the occurrence, Mikel's father is yet to be found.
Gistmaster gathered the phone of number of Mikel's father has been switched off and there has been no communication between him and any family member.
Mikel who grew up with the likes of Psquare in Jos town is rated as the 7th highest paid African player in the world. Mikel earns $5.8 million (US Dollars) as income from salary alone.

MISS NIGERIA ORGANIZERS REACT: MOST BEAUTIFUL GIRL IN NIGERIA, SYLVIA NDUKA IS A LIAR

Nike Oshinowo and her team at the Miss Nigeria organization have reacted to recent interview Sylvia Nduka the winner of the Most Beautifu Girl in Nigeria granted Vanguard Newspapers.They insisted that Sylvia lied in the interview.
In the interview published on 7 August, Sylvia responded to the question why she was nervous while answering her question at the Most Beautiful Girl In Nigeria.
She stated that it was her first time in any pageant and on any stage. She went on to say that she won because of her looks and activities at the boot camp.
Pure lies! Miss Nigeria organization headed by Nike Oshinowo stated that Sylvia was one of the contestants at the 2010 edition in Abuja. She was Miss Kaduna.
Gistmaster gathered that she also participated in etiqutte training where she was properly trained to present herself properly on stageand to an audiance as well as other vital lessons in public appearance. She also participated in the media etiqutte training with Jemi Ekukubor of Vanguard style magazine, Allure. Miss Nigeria stated that Sylvia survived the eviction process of the Miss Nigeria reality show and she was there at the grand finale in Abuja.
Miss Nigeria organization stressed that she broke her Miss Kaduna plague and refused to come out for the final parade of all contestants when she could not make the top 10 final list.Guess what, they have video and other evidence to prove their point!
But wait o! Why is sylvia denying that she took part in Miss Nigeria pegeant before she won Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria?- By Niyi Tabiti

JOAN OKORODUDU,NNSM BOSS HITS MEGA SPONSORSHIP DEAL

Joan Okorodudu the hardworking founder of Nigeria next supermodel is jubilating at the moment. Sources hinted gistmaster that the 50 something year old woman Mrs Okorodudu just landed a maga sponsorship deal with an european based international company.
Gistmaster gathered that the company's top executives were satisfied with recordings of past editions of NNSM so they decided that they would be involved in this year's edition.
Gistmaster got through to Mrs. Okorodudu in London this weekend and she confirmed that it is true but she does not want to go into further details for now.
The NNSM boss was in Beirut, Lebanon where winner of Nigeria Next Supermodel 2010 contested for the best model of the world few weeks ago before she headed for London where she attended the Africa Fashion Week and Fabs Style night. Mrs Okorodudu is the founder of Isis Models..
Photo caption: Mrs. Okorodudu and businessman, Alex Amosu at the Fabs style event in London- August 2011
-Story by Niyi Tabiti

V-BAR OWNER, KAMAL BOUSTANI TAKES OVER NEWSCAFE

Gistmaster saw it coming and it eventually happened! We are sure you know top socialite Femi Akande of Kilimajaro. Should in case you forget we are sure you will remember the man whose company brought American star, Joe to Nigeria for Mohammed Babangida some years ago. His company also brought Anita Baker to Lagos.

The latest news here is that Newscafe, his joint business interest with Hakeem Murhi Okunola has been taken over by loaded Lebanese, Kamal Boustani. The place was shut down for sometime to enable them re-structure. Boustani, the new owner is a shrewd businessman and he is major investor in bar business in Nigeria. He runs K’s Place on Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Planet 44 on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi and V-Bar located inside The Palms, Lekki- By Niyi Tabiti

WEDDING: DETAILS OF CHARLES AHIZE WEDDING TO MAUREEN EMELANOM

Successful and boastful car dealer, Charles Ahize is set to take Maureen Emenalom as his second wife. Ahinze who is also a part owner of Trybeca located on Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island, would be painting the town of Owerri, Imo State red this September as he takes a new wife.

Gistmaster gathered from the wedding invitation already in circulation, the couple would be having a talk of the town tradition wedding on the 10^th of September at Umuopara Ugiri,Isiala Mbano Local Government.

Ahize a divorcee and leader of a popular Igbo group in Lagos has been showering Maureen with all the good things of life since they met at a party. Maureen has also reciprocated this gesture in public not minding whose ox is gored. Ahize is the owner of Atlantic Automobiles.

Saturday, August 13, 2011

OSUN STATE GOVERNOR AREGBESOLA TURNS COMMISSIONER

Engineer Rauf Aregbesola the governor of Osun State and his deputy, Mrs Titi Laoye-Tomori have become commissioners in their state.While Aregbesola would now be the commissioner in charge of works, his deputy will also become the commissioner of education.
Before you start thinking far. Aregbesola have not left his position as the Chief executive of the state,rather the new portfolio will be an additional responsibility to him and his deputy.
Aregbesola announced this while announcing the new position alongside the names of newly appointed commissioners in Osun State.
According to what gistmaster gathered, the list of the new commissioners in Osun State include Mr. Sunday Akere- Information, Wale Afolabi-commissioner of Justice and Attorney General, Mr. Muyiwa Ige, son of late Bola Ige is now commissioner of Lands and Physical planning, Mobolaji Akande-Women Affairs,Ismail Jayeoba Akande-commerce,co-operatives and empowerment, Kolapo Alimi-Local government and chieftaincy affairs, Temitope Ilori-Health,Sikiru Ayedun-Tourism,Dr. Wale Boluwaduro-Finance,Olubikola Oyawole-Enviroment, Richard Adedoyin-Agriculture and Food security, Suraj Bashir-regional integration.
Rauf Aregbesola's biography can not be complete without the mention of his stewardship as commissioner of works for the 8 years former Gov Bola Ahmed Tinubu served in Lagos State.
Report by Niyi Tabiti

WHAT PASTOR ADEBOYE TOLD GOV AMOSU LAST NIGHT

The executive governor of Ogun State Mr. Ibikunle Amosu got the biggest shock of his life from Pastor E.A Adeboye durning the Friday night service of the 59th annual convention of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

Adeboye had already started the sermon when he noticed the arrival of Gov Amosu. He promptly announced the entry of Amosu,the man he described as his landlord (The RCCG Camp is located in Ogun State).

Adeboye later told the audience that he would do what he has never done before by stopping in the middle of the sermon so that Amosu can have the privilege of addressing the worshipers. Those in the know told gistmaster that this is indeed a rare privilege.Not even Presidents who had been to past editions have had that kind of privilege.

Amosu who addressed the RCCG crowd for few minutes said he was indeed happy with the way GOD has been working mightily in the church using Pastor Adeboye as a point of contact. He said that the crowd is so much, even with security detail, his vehicles and status as Governor, he took him about 2 hours and thirty minutes to get to the auditorium from the gate.

After addressing the crowd, Adeboye told Amosu " GOD will return the lost glory of Ogun State" and everyone shouted Amen.

Other prominent persons present at the service are Pastor Kenneth Haggins Jnr,Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State and his wife (They are regular attendees), Mike Bamiloye of Mount Zion Drama Ministries, Pastor PJ Olaiya, Bishop David Oyedepo of Winners and others. Report by Niyi Tabiti

WHY IBB WANTS AL MUSTAPHA RELEASED

Former military head of state, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB) explained why he has been calling for the release of Al-Mustapha the former CSO (Chief Security Officer) to late General Sani Abacha.
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CONVENTION:REDEEMED CHURCH RECORDS 37 BOYS,43 GIRLS CHILDBIRTH

Live at the Redeemed Camp for the 59th annual Holy Ghost Convention. Everywhere was packed full, so much you'd think that the whole world was there.
Pastor E.A Adeboye, proudly supported by other anointed men of GOD like Pastor JT Kalejaiye touched us with their ministrations.
It was child birth galore for expectant mothers. So far at the 59th Holy Ghost convention of RCCG which started on Monday, Pastor Adeboye announced that a total of 37 Boys and 43 girls have been delivered. He made the announcement on Friday 12 August. More babies are on the way.
Adeboye also announced that for those trusting the Lord for the fruit of the womb,they should not miss the September edition of the monthly Holy Ghost congress (first Friday of every month)
Pastor Folu Adeboye on her part asked Nigerians to pray against civil war in the country. She said Nigerians should also pray for socio-economic and political progress of the country.
-By Niyi Tabiti

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NEWS: CHristian Louboutin Looses to YSL

This is the news making the rounds at the moment in the the fashion world, as Christian Louboutin lost his case against Yves Saint Laurent in regard to his signature red soles. The designers went back and forth in an entertaining case about whether YSL should have the right to use red soles, a staple on every Christian Louboutin shoe and a defining aspect of the brand.
Today, Judge Victor Marrero ruled that although Louboutin’s red soles are recognized as his signature by the public, he has no trademark protection.

Here is his ruling via The Cut Blog:

Because in the fashion industry color serves ornamental and aesthetic functions vital to robust competition, the court finds that Louboutin is unlikely to be able to prove that its red outsole brand is entitled to trademark protection, even if it has gained enough public recognition in the market to have acquired secondary meaning.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

EVENTS :‘FIRST VINTAGE TREASURE TROVE IN THE HEART OF LAGOS’

Pepper Okwesa of retrospective & and Tayo Shonekan

Those vying for vintage and routing for retro-wear in Nigeria are in for a treat, as Retrospective brings its first boutique to Lagos. Taking pride of place as the first vintage in store shopping experience in Nigeria, the boutique located in the centre of Lagos Surulere home to the National Stadium and Nollywood - houses one of a kind, retro and vintage accessories and clothing for men and women, giving all who step through its doors a unique walk down memory lane.

Quaint vintage lights surround the welcoming gold and white themed décor of the boutique, characteristically charmed with retro memorabilia. Across the shop floor merchandise are displayed openly for visitors to raid through time enjoying their hunt through the treasure trove of unique vintage finds – almost like raiding your grandma’s wardrobe but with a little more glamour, variety and edge.
From home and market trading in London’s famous Portobello and Shoreditch markets, Retrospective was introduced to Nigeria in the summer of 2010 through the monthly fashion market Le Petit Marche, quickly garnering the praise of many a dedicated customer.

Owner Yoanna ‘Pepper’ Okwesa and her sisters –travel scoring antique and flea markets and estate sales for rare finds– bringing their large collection of jewellery, clothes and accessories to satisfy a range of tastes and sizes. Waiting to be discovered amid the treasure trove are silvers, Celtic trinkets, brooches, cameos, Art Deco pieces, gemstone jewels, silk scarves, handmade tooled leather and skin bags, clutches, purses, belts, braces, ties and sunglasses, including designer-signed pieces.

Yoanna ‘pepper’ Okwesa expresses: “Retrospective aims to offer Lagosians a space to romance with retro and vintage on a cultural, historic and fashionable level. We are so excited to share our love for vintage and timeless dressing at affordable value-conscious prices.”
If your love of fashion finds you longing for one-of-a-kind garments made anywhere between the Victorian era to the nineties, Retrospective is the first and only place to look in Lagos – you’ll leave loaded with bags of beautiful bargains and a vow to soon return.