MTN NIGERIA TO HOST MUSIC COMPETITION, RELEASE ALBUM FOR 10TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY

MTN Nigeria is currently planning the release of a 10th anniversary music album.
Information gathered from those in the know at the company’s head office in Lagos revealed a competition is being planned to have young musicians from across Nigeria send in their songs for a chance to be on the MTN 10th anniversary album.
Activities around the head office of the company suggests what we know might be beyond rumours or mere speculations.
Top music executives and producers were sighted leaving one of the company’s agencies on Tuesday.
More details to come your way soon on gistmaster.com

ABAH FOLAWIYO CELEBRATES 70TH BIRTHDAY

[caption id="attachment_6403" align="alignleft" width="333" caption="Abah Folawiyo, top sociate and mother of Mr. Segun Awolowo Jnr. is set to mark her 70th birthday"][/caption]By Niyi Tabiti
One of the matriarch of high street fashion in Nigeria, Hajia Abah Folawiyo would be marking her 70th birthday tomorrow. Mrs. Folawiyo according to information at the disposal of gistmaster.com, would be celebrating her birthday anniversary with friends and business associates.
Few days ago, Hajia Folawiyo was at the talk of the town 60th birthday party hosted in honour of her friend, Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija. The event took place at the new Convention Centre of Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island.
Mrs. Folawiyo is the mother of Segun Awolowo Jnr., and wife to late billionaire, Alhaji Iyanda Wahab Folawiyo. She use to own Labanella, a popular fashion house in Surulere that caters for the elite Nigerians. She is very close to the likes of Senator Ita Giwa, Mrs. Oprah Benson and several others.
The Nigerian fashion community would grace the event in celebration of one of their own. Sisi Abah as many prefer to call her, is admired on account of the way she turn out at events despite her age.
She is got packaging,the right carriage and the feel of true fashionista.

MAGAZINE RACK - JACKIE APPIAH vs DEOLA SAGOE

Its the season of two Divas - Ghollywood meets Runway. As Jackie strikes a pose for   Genevieve magazine, Deola Sagoe is not resting on her oars too for TW.

Picture perfect , wont you say ?

‘Trésor Brillant’: Mystifying Brilliance by Vlisco

Shimmering radiance creates a vision of pure richness, drawing full attention to a mysterious woman wandering in the night. Gracefully flowing fabrics weave an enigmatic story, determined to uncover where her journey is taking her. Strutting through the dim setting of the colonnade as it merges with a twinkling glow, the diamond-inspired designs take on an almost tangible shine and add the perfect touch of glamour, as she continues towards her destination, where she divinely takes the stage. An overwhelming sense of heroism seizes her the moment she becomes the centre of attention on stage, silhouetted by spotlights illuminating her sophisticated attire of dreamy designs. 

The designs of Trésor Brillant unveil the hidden strength of women. Ranging from abstract jewels to floral designs, they offer a glamorous and graceful look and tease the senses. The design team has created a uniquely varied collection of impressive patterns that put women on a well-deserved pedestal. 

Sizzling brilliance
With its dreamy designs featuring rich, fiery reds punctuated with intense shades of blue and green, the Trésor Brillant concept is truly diverse, ranging from the highly detailed to the highly abstract. The repetitive figurative designs appear to be infinite, while twinkling designs create a glossy look and add the perfect touch of glamour. The fabrics let every woman shine in all her allure.

Mix & match with uni colours
Combining designed with uni-coloured fabrics provides numerous possibilities to create a stunning outfit. The red, blue, brown and mustard & gold yellow shades and the Trésor Brillant fabrics form the perfect match.

Sophisticated fashion
The fashion & accessories collection reflects the refined luxury and elegance of Trésor Brillant. The dresses are supple and drape gracefully around the body. Combined with shimmery satin uni-coloured fabrics or richly decorated with Swarovski crystals, the resulting outfit will be second to none and will make heads turn. The lace is stitched with sparkly gold-coloured materials for the ultimate glamorous touch and a number of designs have been adorned with sequins for a sophisticated accent. For the ultimate finish to your outfit, Vlisco introduces perfectly matching timeless bags and luxurious trimmings, a reflection of exquisite taste down to the very last detail. Both fashion & accessories are exclusively available in the Vlisco Boutiques. The bags and wax with sequin embroidery are also available on our website.

AGBANI DAREGO EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH GISTMASTER-NO ENGAGEMENT RING YET, THE RING IS JUST FOR FASHION

[caption id="attachment_6396" align="alignleft" width="388" caption="Agbani Darego"][/caption]Agbani Darego belong to the league of the swankiest, the sexiest and record breakers. Still pretty and lively as ever, Gistmaster.com spotted Agbani at the autograph session for Mania magazine.
Agbani Darego seated quietly at the Natures Gentle Touch corner in the Silver Bird Galleria on Sunday, 17 July, 2011.
Agbani who graced the cover of the second edition of Mania Magazine was happy as admirers, both young and old trooped in from every corner to get autographed copies.
The elegant-looking beauty recently joined Oluchi Onweagba in becoming a brand ambassador.
The former Miss World queen who many believed has been on the quite side ever since her completed her reign, told gistmaster.com in an interview with gistmaster.com that “I have doing modeling jobs abroad and also trying to get education”
When asked how long the contract with Gentle Touch is going to last, she said it would be for a couple of years but she was not specific.“Well for a couple of years and it can be renewed”
On how she keeps in shape, Agbani told gistmaster.com “I am so conscious of what I put inside my tummy; I make sure my nutrition is right and I try not to miss my workout routine.
Many of Agbani’s fans wants to know the reason she posed nude in the launch of CATWALK THE WORLD- FASHION FOR FOOD-a global campaign which raised over $3 Million for poor African children, her response “ I have said it and I will keep saying it that it was a dress malfunction”
Speaking on her achievement so far as a model, the beauty queen says “I thank God for everything, he made the Miss World Day a good day for me and also a blessing to me and ever since that time I have been enjoying what I do. You know, the joy of modeling is being busy and I think I have been busy for a while now (laughs)”
On the issue of Non for profit organization, she noted that she has none at the moment but soon she would.
Agbani said, “Well, the truth is I don’t have an NGO at present but I intend to start one when I settle down fully in the country”
“My NGO will target African Women and not just the Nigerian Women. My NGO will address diseases. As you know, my mum passed away due to breasts cancer, so addressing cancer is a must for me. I want to create awareness on diseases and educate people on how regular routine can help prevent such diseases.
When asked about her love life, Agbani said “Oh! That is my private life and I will not like to talk about it. Well this ring is just fashion jewellery that I like to wear, that’s all”.
Those at present at the meet and greet autograph session put together by Mania magazine said, she is beautiful and has really made her father land proud. They also also said she has been on the quiet side she should try and come out of her shell and mix more with her people (fans).
Agbani was crowned the 51st Miss World in November 2001and also became the first Black African winner of the Miss World Pageantry which was held on the at Sun City South Africa. A native of Abonnema, Rivers State who was born on the 22nd October, 1982 has always longed to be a model. She entered the M-Net Face of Africa modeling competition but didn’t pass the first round. Luck shone her way when she won the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria in 2001, thus, qualifying her to represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe competition held in Bayamon, Puerto Rico in 2001and she finished up in the seventh place.
Agbani was once signed to Next Model Management and later Ford Models in New York. She became the spokesperson for L’Oreal Cosmetics from 2002-2004 and presently she is a brand Ambassador for Arik Air Airline.
Story by Funmi Adenugba/gistmaster.com
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DIAMOND BANK READY TO ACQUIRE OCEANIC BANK

[caption id="attachment_6387" align="alignleft" width="225" caption="Alex Otti,the Group Managing Director of Diamond Bank"][/caption]Few weeks after the glaring possibility of Intercontinental Bank take over by Access Bank and the financial ‘romance’ between FCMB and FinBank,Diamond Bank says it is on its way to acquire Oceanic Bank.
It would be recalled that Oceanic Bank was one of the ailing banks bailed out by Central Bank of Nigeria when the toxic debts profile of the bank became unbearable. At the peak of the crises that rocked the Nigerian financial sector, the former managing director, Mrs. Cecelia Ibru was arrested for mismanagement. She was jailed by the court.
If Diamond Bank eventually takes over Oceanic Bank, then it would be good news because Central Bank had given it up to September 30 to get a buyer.Gistmaster.com gathered that it the take over won't involve cash purchase, rather it would be a share to share combination.
At the moment, the Oceanic Bank in Sao Tome, which was owned by the bank, had been sold to Mr. Jimoh Ibrahim, a billionaire businessman, founder of Global Fleet Oil and Gas. He is also the chairman of Air Nigeria, Mirror Newspapers and Nicon Group of Companies. Ibrahim bought Oceanic Sao Tome 100 per cent.
Diamond Bank is a new generation bank under the leadership of Alex Otti, a financial expert/ He was an Assistant General Manager with UBA before he left to join Finbank. He rose to the position of executive director with Finbank before he joined Diamond Bank as MD.
It would be recalled that few months ago, the managing director of First Bank,Mr. Bisi Onasanya said his bank dropped the idea of acquiring Oceanic because it was not a good deal.
-Story- Niyi Tabiti/gistmaster.com
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Sacred Lashes boss- Lola Maja's new bundle of joy

Top make up artist and Sacred lashes boss - Lola Maja Okojevoh is all joy as she has just had a new bundle of joy - A baby Boy . Both mother and baby are good and are expected back home soon.