CELEBRITY BREAK UP:IGBINEDION SON-IN-LAW SUES FOR DIVORCE,BREAKING AND ENTRY

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By Niyi Tabiti

less than three years after what was described as one of Nigeria's most flamboyant wedding of all times, the couple- Prince Avan Akezua and Omosede Igbinedion are no longer at ease with each other. A sign that the strong hold of the wedding between the influential couple has fallen apart is the divorce suit instituted by the Prince against Omosede reently.

According to information at the disposal of gistmaster.com, Prince Akezua has formally asked a law court to dissolve his marital union with Omosede.The case is being handled by Festus Keyamo Chambers.

Prince Akezua, nephew of Oba Of Benin got married to Omosede, daughter of Benin Billionaire, Chief Gabriel Igbinedion on 13 September 2008 in Benin.

The first sign that the marriage had broken down was media reports last year, which follows Omosede moving out of her matrimonial home. Before their marraige, Omosede was an item with Liberian born international footballer, George Weah.

Meanwhile, Prince Akezua has also taken his father-in-law to court. He is suing the the Esama of Benin,Chief Igbinedion for allegedly breaking into his home and carting away personal effects.

Akezua who is asking Igbinedion to pay him 500 million Naira (Over $3 Million USD)  as damages, is also asking the court to compel Igbinedion to return the sum of 200,000 Pounds Sterling, about 10 million Naira, his WAEC,University Degree Certificate, document of his property and other things. He said these items were missing shortly after the Esama allegedly invaded his home. He is also suing Collins Igbinudu as an accomplice.

LIST OF GRAMMY AWARD 2011 WINNERS AND PHOTOS

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By Gistmaster.com

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The 2011 Grammy awards is one of the world most anticipated event of all times. At the staple centre,USA, the biggest names in world music converge to make fashion statement and get reward for their talent.

LIST OF THE GRAMMY AWARD WINNERS 2011

Best Country Album

Need You Now - Lady Antebellum

Best Rap Album

Recovery - Eminem

Album Of The Year

The Suburbs - Arcade Fire

Record Of The Year

Need You Now - Lady Antebellum

Best New Artist

Esperanza Spalding

Best Pop Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals

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Hey, Soul Sister (Live) - Train

Song Of The Year

Need You Now - Dave Haywood, Josh Kear, Charles Kelley & Hillary Scott, songwriters (Lady Antebellum)

Best Pop Vocal Album

The Fame Monster - Lady Gaga

Best Rock Album

The Resistance - Muse

Best Female Country Vocal Performance

The House That Built Me - Miranda Lambert

Best Dressed and Worst dressed

Washington Post in the assessment of the red carpet celebrity line up written by Jen Chaney,  described Rihanna as one of the worst dressed this year.Justin Bieber, Miley Cyprus and Amber Riley also made the list.

Nicol Kidman, Dianna Agron, Selena Gomez, Natasha Bedingfield and Drake made it to the best dressed list.

COUPLE OF THE NIGHT

British born Nigerian singer,Seal and his model wife, Heidi Klum were described by many people as picture perfect. The open display of love also got many camera flashing.

Photo credit:Getty Images

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ENE MAYA COLLECTION 2011:FABULOUS HEAD WRAPS, SCARVES AND ACCESORIES FROM EX-MISS NIGERIA

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 Ene Maya is the true African definition of beauty and brains. She shot to limelight in 2004 in the oldest and most credible of all beauty pageants in the country with several other Nigerian beauties to become Miss Nigeria 2004 (the longest serving beauty queen). The ENE MAYA Collection is a combination of head wraps, scarves and accessories. The aim is to introduce this as a trend in young Nigerian women to accessorize any kind of outfit. These accessories have been a hit in various runways round the world. A turban is versatile, fun and bold, playful and different. The turban is quite chic. A turban might not be the first hair accessory you think of when your outfit is in need of something extra, but its a brilliant way to tie up your hair while looking like you made an effort with a fashion accessory. Turban can transform a look from dire to danny in no time. Wearing a turban demands confidence. You have to believe in your looks. Turbans are without a doubt a type of fashion accessory that cannot go unnoticed, offering you the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and try something a little different from what you may be used to. Being versatile and interesting, this type of accessory offers you that chance to make a bold fashion statement adding a vintage allure to any outfit. With the right dose of courage and creativity, this accessory can contribute to a very modern look. Fashion is mute until we give it a voice, that's the gut and energy of this whole thing, you can trust a turban to do some screaming.

 The ENE MAYA Collection will be stocking at Rivista Stores on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi from the 1st of March 2011. Prices will range from N5,000 to N30,000. For further enquiries call Ene Lawani on 08035378970.

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K-SOUL: THE NEW PRINCE OF R 'N'B IS HERE!!!

Artiste name: Kola-wole ‘K-soul’ Ogunwumi is a young, exciting, “Love d ladies” and well seasoned R’n’B artiste



Education: A Marine Engineer and Agronomist graduate from The University of Ibadan who in spite of his laudable educational  background still can not shake off his love for  calling as an R’n’B artiste par excellence



Family Background: K-soul is the youngest in a family of 6

When did he start? K-soul started his musical career as early as 6 years old

Influence: He was influenced by his late Mother’s love for music.



Musical Legends: Luther Vandross, Babyface, Onyeka Onwenu, Neyo, Michael Jackson, Usher, Mary-J-Blige, Justin Timberlake, Green-day, Timberland, R-Kelly.

His journey thus far: Took part in amateur talent hunt competitions, where he was noticed for his incredible vocal ability.

From humble backgrounds, he found it challenging wading through the rough waters of the Nigerian music industry and at a point, he left his musical career to focus on his education but with a lot of persuasion from Mi-fliss, a respected MC & long time friend, he decided to give music another shot.

With thorough re-evaluation as a result of moving through a series of management deals, K-soul has grown into one of Naija’s thoroughbred rhythm and blues sensation.

Performing at A-list gigs, his reputation as a crowd pleaser, especially with the ladies, has become a constant feature of his act

He signed on to DBX Entertainment record label in 2008 and four (4)years of hard work and focus has produced a world-class debut album which one can only expect the best from such an artiste, who is a stickler for the best and strives consistently for  nothing less.

Some of the events he has performed at recently include Rhythm unplugged in Benin, Malta guiness Street dance-3, PD at 50 concert for Patrick Doyle, Smirnoff Ice “Destination Ice Party at MMA 2, Upfront and Personal’s send off for Nigeria’s football stars where he opened for Tu-face idibia and the American pop group Next, The 150^th Anniversary Celebrations of the Kewalrams Group in Nigeria where he performed alongside Yemi sax and a world renowned violinist Subramanian just to mention a few.

K-soul preference is live performance, which he does quite deftly his band the Master’s Craft.





The Album titled appropriately titled “…from K-soul with Luv” is his debut album set to be released on the 14^th of February 2011. It is a uniquely fresh mix of dancehall, techno, rock, pop and of course, R’n’B hit tracks that will hold lovers of music spellbound everytime they listen to it. The  brilliant single ‘Aye’n’reti’ currently enjoying massive air play and rave reviews across the land is a demonstration of the positive acceptance the album will enjoy once it hits market

K soul’s album features acclaimed-producers, like X.O, Terry g, Sarz, Prodo, Mi-fliss,kollo, as well renowned artistes  including “Ruff man”, Terry G, “OB”, “and Mi-fliss”, kollo, and the talented saxophonist “Yemisax (renowned Nigerian saxophonist).



GET READY COS NAIJA’S NU PRINCE OF R’N’B IS HERE.



For Contacts: Taiwo Ogunwumi:    080-3042-8822; Mi-Fliss:    080 -3712-3554



www.DBXentertainment.com

www.myspace.com/k-soul01

Kolawole K-soul Ogunwumi (facebook)

Ksoul(reverbnation)

K-soul ( fan page facebook)

WASIU AYINDE TO PERFORM LIVE AT WATERPARKS TONIGHT

Wasiu Ayinde Anifowoshe popularly known as K1 the Ultimate would be the main attraction in Lagos social circuit today as he performs live at  Waterparks, Toyin Street Ikeja.

According to information at the disposal of gistmaster.com, the K1 live show is a valentine dance special in a garden setting.Gate fee is N3000 (Naira).Time is 10 P.M

-report by Gistmaster.com

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TUFACE IDIBIA GRACES MO'NIQUE SHOW IN ATLANTA

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By Niyi Tabiti

Remember PHAT GIRLS , one of the movies that gave Monique so much fame? One of the songs used in the film was 'African Queen' recorded by one of Africa's biggest hip hop stars, Tuface Idibia. On 8 February 2011, Tuface met with Monique for the recording of an interview session at the Mo'nique show in Atlanta, Georgia, USA

 Tuface's close associate, Efe Omoregie informed the media that the interview arrangement was at the instance of the actress and show presenter. She saw the brightness in the African star and wanted him to be on her show.

Gistmaster.com gathered that the interview is another big mileage for Tuface and African music in general. This is a show that is being watched by millions of people around the world. It gave Tuface another opportunity to show off the vast creative ingenuity that abound in Africa entertainment industry.

Pic thanks to Ayo Shonaiya