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

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.