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Photo: Ghanaian actor, Majid Michel and Nollywood actress, Ini Edo chilling at a function in Lagos. They were not yelling at each other. Just having fun and exchanging compliments.

[caption id="attachment_5317" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Charles Anazado (Super sport presenter)Tochukwu Mogekwu (MCB winner assistant coach)Victor Ikpeba_(Ex-super Eagles/Sports Analyst) Oliver Anozie (MCB winner TV Analyst),Colin Udoh (Super sport Match Analyst) "] [/caption] Guinness Nigeria, producer of the world’s most celebrated alcoholic lager and organizers of the much anticipated match, between Nigeria and Argentina, GUINNESS THE MATCH has succeeded in bring smiles to the faces of the remaining 5 Nigerians who emerged successful in the recently conducted once in a lifetime opportunity competition on Beat FM. The competition was conducted in several categories to give successful Nigerian football fans the opportunity to play major roles in the success of the event ranging from commentary, coaching of the team, analysis to rendition of the national anthem. The match is going to be a historical event because Argentina is one o

By Niyi Tabiti For more than ten years, Genevieve has been a top star in Nollywood, making money from blockbuster movies and brand endorsements.But the Imo state born Nollywood actress  still believe there is still more to her than most people don't knew. In an interview monitored by gistmaster.com , Genevieve declared her waist as the best part of her body. " I like my waist because it’s small and neat and gives me my hourglass figure" Genevieve told New African woman magazine. Genevieve who started acting at the age of 8,when she starred in ripples , a soap running on TV in the late 80s/early 90s, says she did not set out to be famous  she just wanted to act and exhibit her creative talent but mother luck smiled on her How she tells the fake friends from the real ones, Genevieve said, “At first it was difficult but now I have developed automatic radar to detect fakers and get rid of them before they can even say my name" "The industry is full of fake people,

Naomi Campbell recently launched her Wild Pearl fragrance thus adding to her growing list of scents. Wild Pearl is a feminine fruity scent top notes of watermelon and peach and a hint of apple blossom. The sensuous yet sweet mix is perfect for a fresh summer smell. The bottle’s is inspired by the shimmering pearl, a symbol of rare luxury and a rough jewel as it comes out of its shell. The Wild Pearl collection includes an eau de toilette, eau de parfum, body cleanser, body lotion and deodorant.

 The 'Oh- No - She Didn't' Hair worn   by Keisha Cole Summertime always presents the opportunity to go bold, fun and flirty when it comes to your hair. So it is no surprise that many of you are searching for the perfect hairstyle to rock this summer. For those of you who are considering installing a weave anytime soon, this message is particularly for you. As a weave-wearer myself, I love the versatility and instant va va voom a weave can add to your look. If you want your hair down your back, no need to wait for it to grow. If you want a dramatic hair color change, no need to dye your own hair. If worn correctly and properly maintained, weaves can be a great tool to achieve potentially any look you are aiming for. However, it seems as though many women are unaware of what it means to properly maintain a weave or what to consider when deciding to install a weave. When weave maintenance and knowledge are low, hair abuses and bad habits are formed. Please, don’t

With the rains coming down in torrents , there is no need to be sad and blue, wondering how your suede pumps would be able to weather the storm.  Well fret not, as the Jelly soles are here to save the day. Joca Jelly as the flat sole version of these beautiful foot wear were being referred to as in the days of yore, have made a sexy comeback. The jelly shoes became a fad in the mid 1980s , when a pair could frequently be purchased for less than one US dollar. Like many fashions do, jellies made a comeback in the late 1990s , and again in 2003 , re-gaining popularity with new styles .Now referred to as  Jelly shoes or jellies, theses   are shoes made of PVC plastic. Jelly shoes come in a large variety of brands and colors and the material is frequently infused with glitter . Its name refers to the semi-transparent materials with a jelly -like sheen. I’m not entirely sure how the heel stays erect but I guess it does. The jellies which today have been made popular by the melissa

The most successful music artiste in Africa is a twin and honestly do feel the reason for their success is first and foremost, the chemistry between them. Like the P Square brothers, Twins Affair - a duo made up of two brothers produce their on records which permits for them to interprete a record just as they want it when they write. Twins Affair is a work in progress and they are putting in all the work to stay consistent, relevant over a long period of time. 'Oh bad gan' features a rap with near flawless delivery and talks on the topic of being overlooked by the tickle of your fancy. The twin admire the duo of Peter and Paul Okoye for their consistency. Their passion for music is unmatched. Twins Affair is made of Taye and Kehinde Olusola. Both music graduates from Delta State University , Abraka. They started music professionally 4 years ago as singers and music producers working with a handful of upcoming artistes including Finland based Nigerian Phemo, Tesleem d don a

[caption id="attachment_5279" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Christian Chukwu, Adebola of Guinness and Segun Odegbami"] [/caption] Ahead of Wednesday 1 June 2011 Guinness the match friendly between Nigeria Super Eagles and Argentina, two veteran footballers, Segun Odegbami and Christian Chukwu have unveiled the conquest, a magnificent and specially commissioned trophy for match. The unveiling ceremony took place recently at the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Odegbami and Christian Chukwu are two of the most respected football stars ever in Nigeria history. Aside recognizing the invaluable contributions of Guinness Nigeria Plc, the headline sponsors of the Nigeria and Argentina  friendly, they both agreed that  the  match is indeed a great deal in Nigeria football history. In his remark, Christian Chukwu, said “The Conquest is a sight to behold and will inspire both teams to demonstrate the very best of their passion and skills and wa

Gistmaster.com Samsung Electronics West Africa (SEWA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co. Mobile Division, today announced that it has signed an endorsement deal with Nigeria’s most successful R& B artistes, Banky W and Nigeria's queen of Hip-Hop Sasha as brand ambassadors. Speaking during the photo session and media briefing to showcase the new brand ambassadors to the public, the Director, HHP (Hand Held Products), Samsung Electronics West Africa (SEWA), Mr. Fady Khatib, stated that the company recognizes the importance and impact of dynamic brand ambassadors in the country. The recent development, he noted is in synchronization with the electronics giant’s continuous brand positioning exercise aimed at maintaining its leadership position in the country. [caption id="attachment_5261" align="alignleft" width="480" caption="Sasha,Banky W and Fady Khatib of Samsung"] [/caption] He said the Samsung brand stands for qualiti

[caption id="attachment_5247" align="alignleft" width="340" caption="Kim Kardashian and fiance Kris"] [/caption] KIM KARDASHIAN -This week, the top buzz shaking the showbiz world includes the engagement of American TV reality star, Kim Kardashian to Kris Humpries, a six footer who plays in the NBA. The New Jersey Nets player proposed to Kim six months after six months of dating. Kim and Kris got engaged on 18 May 2011. Kris gave Kim a 20.5 carat Lorraine Schwartz diamond ring as a mark of his love. MIKE EZERONYE - Nollywood actor, Mike Ezeronye and his beautiful wife,Nkechi got the buzz pumping up their direction as they welcomed a baby boy into their household. Gistmaster gathered that the happy parents and the new baby are doing very well. Mike has acted in countless movies (We are sure he does not even know all the titles). Mike Ezuruonye and Nkechi got married at a flamboyant wedding ceremony in Lagos. Mercy Johnson Wedding date buzz- Curvy

 Goodies and more goodies keep coming the way of Nigerian entertainers. Yesterday, Gistmaster.com covered the official media presentation of Sasha and Banky W as Brand Ambassadors for Samsung Phones in Nigeria .  Banky W (Bankole Wellington) was all smiles. He is one of the lucky 'American' returnees making good money from brand endorsements in Nigeria. Sasha too! The chic is 'chopping' right left and centre.  Tola Odunsi one of the directors of Storm Records was also there. Olisa Adibua too. The presentation took place at Victoria Crown Plaza, Hotel, Victoria Island.  Top executives of Samsung told us that its a one year contract but did not disclose the worth of the ambassadorial deal. We guess it must have been good money, judging from the way Sasha and Banky W were 'bumping' with excitement at the presentation. A new Samsung is going to hit the market next month. We will load you with information about the phone soon. - Story & Photo by Niyi Tabiti emai

Inspired by a luxury safari holiday in Kenya, the Mara collection is very much a resort collection with comfy romantic lines, flirty prints and a classic slant. Mara features happy, feminine pieces  that will take any woman through the style demands of those glorious pending holidays and way beyond....... It is on this note that Zebra Living will be introducing its collection at a soiree at their store on Monday the 29th of May . Miss It !!! Sorry

Ogeyinka meaning surrounded with Beauty and Style. House of Makeda has churned out a spanking new collection fully inspired  by one time afrobeat maestro - new Fela Anikulapo Kuti .The collection which is   inspired collection, made has a mixture of textures, consists of  ankara, aso-oke, silk, satin, velvet, sequins and leather. A cornucopia of pinks, blues and greens, The chosen color pallet truly reflects the second to none, bold style of his Queens. This collection , clearly celebrates the un- appreciated  past eras of ethnic style.  It is no doubt that this collection has come in timely when Broadway and stars like Beyonce are taking note of this great icon Fela Photography by Hakeem Salaam. Make-up and styling by Teni. Shot at the House of Makeda, Lagos. Contact- 7, Manuwa st, off Keffi st, S.WIkoyi,                                                                                      Lagos, Nigeria, Africa  info@houseofmakeda.com   00234-702 810 1983 ABOUT THE DESIGNER   Hou

ZALI The Print factor as we all know is here to stay . It is a phase that has been with us , grown with us and is still with us. These days it is not new thing to see various designers go beyond the norm breaking the mold by creating things that would make go Hmmm!!. Handbags or purses(every woman's "must have" fashion accessory)have not been exempted from this new trend, as they too are in the global embrace of the popular print fabric - Ankara . These days not only do they come in quirky and interesting designs, they are also flaunting their functionality the same way as seen in the apparel department . These print bags are have carved a niche for themselves- Strictly for the Discerning . Not really attention seekers, these bags are definitely not quiet either as they cant help but be noticed at every given occasion. Clearly not rocket science, it is a taboo to clash these beauties with another print top or dress, just let them be and no doubt you will love the attenti