Brand NEW and Exclusive from Nigeria's Fav Female Rapper - Eva Alordiah

Brand NEW and Exclusive from Nigeria's Fav Female Rapper - Eva Alordiah

Nigeria's leading lady of Rap and 2011 winner of the Exclusive Lady of The
Year Award in the Best Rap Female category, Eva Alordiah, officially debuts
her mini video series, 'Eva Says'.

Video(Web) Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6ZmFgGZdJ0&list=UUUiSck8RnL53NPQKsjJqGjA&index=1&feature=plcp
Video(Mobile) Link:
http://m.duoberry.com/mp4link-N6ZmFgGZdJ0/title/Eva---Eva-Says-E02

Eva who has constantly sought ways to have a personal relationship with her
ever increasing fans, takes you behind the scenes of her everyday life as a
Rapper/Entertainer with this series and shows you why she is arguably one
of the best Female rappers out of Nigeria. EvaSays would be released as a
mini video series spanning 5 to 10 minutes and would showcase everything
and more about this talented Female rapper that we don't always get to see
on the surface.

In this episode of EvaSays, Eva Alordiah takes you into her world as a
performer, as she lets you in on her electrifying stage craft. The fiery
femcee shows that her energy transcends the studio and music videos, into
her live performances.
Fans of Eva would be thrilled to see brief clips of her soon to be released
debut Video featured in this episode of EvaSays.
The Video which was directed by award winning Video director Mex, is set to
premiere exactly a week from now.

With the release of her Free Audio project, 'the GIGO EP' and her
participation in the BET HipHop award Cypher in 2011, she has gone on to
become very busy with work as an artiste, working on several Video and
audio projects concurrently.

How To Become A Movie Star and Sustaining It

Why is it hard to break into nollywood hall of fame list?Did i hear you say we have many of them? Well,most fizzle away within a short period.The truth is the most popular actors in nollywood in the last ten years are still the most relevant till date.If there is anything like nollywood goddess, the crown would definately go to Genevieve Nnaji.She is regarded as the most successful so far.
Others like Ini Edo,Rita Dominic,Monalisa Chinda,Stephanie Okereke,Uche Jombo and Mercy Johnson are also on the A-list.Nse Ikpe Etim,Ebube Nwanbo,Omoni Oboli and a few others are also doing their best.
Here we will give you few tips on how you can become a movie star and how to sustain it

Talent

First you must have the talent.Its the most important tool for you to thrive. Many people love Mercy Johnson and want to be like her. They want to walk and gain attention too just like Kim Kardashian is doing but they forget that these people have got the talent and a flair for it. For instace if you have the hips of Shakira or a figure worth dying for like that of Beyonce,does that make you a superstar?You must have the talent.
Several untalented people get roles too after giving their body or financial grantifications to people on set but they don't last!Think about it.
Think Ahead- Yes,you can have the talent to become a movie star,yet you might not succeed. Why?Some have the ability but they don't have the capacity to deliver.A good artiste must read through the lines,think ahead about the role and practice how to interprete it well.
The reason why most actors flutter is because they can go on two or three movie locations within two weeks without practicing ahead for one.They just read up within ten minutes and they believe they can get into the role so fast. Thats a huge joke,even comedians take time to practice.
Media- I once heard an actress saying she does not want her photos in magazines.i laughed and told her she should look for a private secretary job.A true star is one who is gracefully worshipped by the media.Don't give them a reason to report you bad.Keep your lines open to some reporters so that they can easily get in touch to clarify information. Don't play the superstar role with journalists because unlike your fans who idolise you,they have seen,interviewed and photographed a huge number of high profile personalities before and after you.The idea you put forward to a journalist is what they will give to millions of their readers.If you show off as the mrs snob,that is what they will tell the public.
TO Be Continued
-By Gistmaster

CHICAGO: Two Brides And A Baby in Cinema This Week

Multiple award-winning high quality NOLLYWOOD film "Two Brides and a
Baby" is now showing in Ice Chatham 14 Cinema on May 1st and May 3rd
at 7.30pm. This is a new breed of big-budget Nollywood films not
available on DVD or Youtube and is the begining of the Nollywood
cinema culture in the USA. Be part of the experience and support
Nollywood films.

Chicago Location:

Ice Chatham 14
210 West 87th Street
Chicago, IL 60620 Date: Tuesday May 1st & Thursday May 3rd Time:
7:30pm Daily

Tickets: $9.50 General, $7.50 Student Trailer:
http://www.snapflix.net/movie-pages-2brides.shtml [1] For other cities
schedules - http://www.snapflix.net/Schedulle.shtml [2] Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/NollyWoodCinemaSeries [3]

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WEDDING:NOLLYWOOD STARS CONGREGATE TODAY AS CHIDI MOKEME WEDS IN LAGOS

It is the turn of top nollywood actor Chidi Mokeme to bid farwell to barchelorhood as he says 'i do' to the woman he wants to spend the rest of his life with.
The latest update on the wedding of one nollywood's glamour boys,at the time of posting this report is that the couples are yet to arrive for the church service.Findings show that the church service will take place at Our Saviours Church,Lagos Island starting from 3pm.Reception follows at Tafawa Balewa Square. We promise to update you later.

Last weekend, gistmaster reported that actress Stephanie Okereke was getting married to Linus Idahosa in Paris.It was big line up of nollywood actresses who came to support one of their own.Few ones, stayed back in Nigeria for one or two reasons.For instance,Rita Dominic stayed back to receive her best actress award at AMAA 2012.
Already,some reporters and photographers are waiting anxiously for the guests and when the bride arrives,all eyes will be on her bridal outfit.The design and the maker would definately gather interest
Mokeme and his wife met in far away United States of America.
This is a message to all the girls in town-Chidi Mokeme is no more a barchelor so you guys should keep off.
-Niyi Tabiti

CELEBRITY DESIGNER ,OBIJIE ORU SET FOR EXCLUSIVE FASHION SHOW

BYGE a fashion lebel known for her hot new Celebrity-Inspired Range of clothes is set to unveil  her latest collection for 2012. Tagged  REGENERATION, the collection will be shown at a unique fashion show, billed for the 1st May 2012 at the Coral hall, opp mega plaza, idowu martins Victoria Island Lagos.
BYGE collections, a fashion label that pre existed for 8years, and has as its creative director and owner OBIJIE ORU, who started her label with one butterfly sewing machine inside a little room in her parents’ house, and has grown to a workforce of 6 permanent staff and 4 contract staff, several young girl apprentices.

 BYGE renders services such as wardrobe consulting, bridal wear and accessories, red carpet outfits, made to fit outfits, costume designing, pattern drafting training and most recently shoe designing.

Having been in the industry and grown for 8years, BYGE found a need to introduce to the fashion public her dynamic experience culled from local and international influences of fashion designers over the years.  The name REGENERATION was chosen as a true representation of what the brand has become having been reinvented, reinvigorated and renewed. It’s like the iroko tree which started as a tiny seed, has grown, is still growing and blossoms every season, yet remaining strong.

For the past 3months the whole designing team which consist of the creative director and 4seamstresses, 2 beaders and 1cobbler have been working tirelessly to produce unique master pieces. The fabric chosen for the collection range from vintage Ankara (with each design having a particular nostalgic memory) to a medley of damask and organza’s, suede and leathers are also added in the shoe collection.

The show which begins with a mini exhibition and an exclusive time on the red carpet, will feature electrifying

performances by: ameena, ONOS and Ayuna dance troop. Special guest of honour is  Mrs Adesuwa Oyenokwe, while  hostess for the evening is Nollywood star Omoni Oboli,with  Cordelia okpei as compere.

Karen Confirms She is Engaged To...

We have followed with intrigue in the past few days, rumours and gist
circulating on the supposed 'Engagement of Ms Karen Igho to a Mystery man'
following her tweets on Twitter. Ms Karen Igho has requested that this news
statement be made available to the public on the matter. *

Ms Igho appreciates the curiosity and goodwill displayed by her fans,
critics and friends in the media regarding her affairs; she however prefers
to keep details on her 'relationship' intentions away from the public glare
until when appropriate. However, to clear the air on the alleged tweets,
they were random thoughts from Ms Karen Igho after an admirer and fan
proposed to her. Celebrities often experience the same thing; Ms Igho only
tweeted about one of such experience randomly.
In the meantime, Ms Karen Igho is actively evolving her brand name and
business while taking on active roles in Nollywood and other related
entertainment initiatives across Africa.

Hence, Ms Karen Igho reaffirms, "I am not married yet; but I am fully
engaged to my passion in entertainment - acting and modeling; while
actively promoting good causes and charity".

This release is a response to the rumours of Ms Karen Igho's engagement
buzzing in some soft-sell magazines and the social media, following some
tweets by Ms Karen Igho (19/4/2012). A fan actually asked Ms Karen Igho to
marry him in Warri, and the picture of the fingers with a ring posted by
her on twitter is that of Karen sisters. Hence, this release to the press
is to clarify the speculations.

FATHIA BALOGUN,BIMBO THOMAS ON AMAA 2012 RED CARPET

Fathia Balogun is a damn good actress and a powerful dresser. Fathia has made name for herself as good actress and one of the head turners at social functions. The 42 year old Fathia Balogun was the cynosure of all eyes as she stepped on the red carpet of

FUNMI IYANDA: GRACEFUL TOUCH ON AMAA's RED CARPET

Naturally endowned with a slim figure that many would pay hundreds of thousands of dollars to have,Funmi Iyanda looked fab in  this wondrous full length gown complete with a powerful smile.The TV presenter who cloked 40 some months ago, is

CELINE LOADER:A QUICK THOUGHT FOR AMAA OR JUST A PHONE CALL?

 Powerful boardroom guru, Ms Celine Loader seems to be taking a quick nap here at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) in Lagos last weekend as captured by the lense of gistmaster?. Could it be that she was tired as a result of other activities or was the award boring to her?Well someone told us that she was 'stylishly' taking a phone call and not bored.
 Sitted right beside her is one of Nigeria's most successful businessmen, Oba Otudeko, Chairman of Bharti Airtel, Honeywell Group, Pivot Engineering and so on.
 Celine is one of Nigeria's most sought after female professionals. She has worked with various multinational companies and she is a consultant with Central Bank of Nigeria.

UTME: Cut Off Marks into Nigerian Universities out on May 21-JAMB

The registrar of JAMB,Professor Disu Ojerinde has revealed that the cut off marks into universities will be out on May 21.
The news agency of Nigeria website stated that professor Ojerinde made the statement in his Abuja office while receiving a delegation from Nigerian-Turkish University Nile led by its vice chancellor,Benjamin Kaptanoglu.
Once the UTME cut off point is released on May 21,it would kick start admission process into Nigerian universities,polytechnics and colleges of education.

Actor Chidi Mokeme Quits Barchelorhood This Week

Top nollywood actor Chidi Mokeme be his traditional marriage this saturday in the eastern parts of Nigeria.The event comes up the same day that another nollywood star, Stephanie Okereke will be getting married in Paris France.
It is a sign that most of the stars would be missing in action at this year's Africa Movie Academy Awards in Lagos. The award comes up on Sunday 22 April 2012.
Gistmaster gathered that the Mr.Mokeme's church wedding will however take place in the last weekend in April.
Chidi Mokeme,a Will Smith look alike, is known for his bad boy roles in Nigeria movies.In real life,he had been linked to a string of women including an older woman,a very rich and well connected politician,Senator Florence Ita-Giwa.

MTN Supports The Economy With First Of Its Kind Business Grant

In its continued commitment to facilitating the richer life in all its
ramifications, MTN unarguably the nation's widest telecommunications
network is offering a first of its kind in terms of aid and assistance
to start-ups and small businesses. Tagged the MTN Budding Entrepreneur
Business Grant, its aim is to see the dreams of still budding
businesses come to full bloom and fruition. The grant sum which comes
to the tune of 30 million naira will be given to the 3 best ideas at
the MTN Leadership seminar which is to take place from the 24th -27th
April 2012 in Lagos and Port-Harcourt with the brightest idea of them
all also getting a 6 month mentorship program with Dr Farrah Gray -
world renowned businessman, investor, philanthropist, author,
syndicated columnist, and motivational speaker.

MECHANICS

· Participation is open to all Registered MTN customers under
the age of 40 as at 30/04/12.

· To register, participants are required to fill in the
application form and send their business ideas via the
www.mtnonline.com/leadership.

· The business ideas will be screened and shortlisted
participants will be invited for presentation before a panel which
will sit at Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. Shortlisted participants
will be contacted for the live presentations.

· The best 12 ideas will be shortlisted.

· The 12 finalists will be assisted to package their business
plan in partnership with credible associations.

· Dr. Farrah Gray will then review the 12 business ideas and
pick the winning ideas

· The winner of the best idea will receive N20m and 6 Months
mentoring from Dr. Farrah Gray.

· The next 2 best ideas will receive N5m each to start up and
or enhance their business

Ghanaian’s finest Ama K. Abebrese eyes AMAA Best Actress Award,Storms Nigeria in Style

One of Ghana's best hands as it concerns movies, Ama K. Abebrese is set to
storm Nigeria for the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) 2012 in style.
The award which aims to recognize and honor African movie practitioners who
have distinguished themselves in their respective movie industries will
hold in Nigeria.

The actress has been nominated for the Best Actress in a leading role
alongside movie heavyweights like Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Uche Jombo,
Yvonne Okoro, Rita Dominic, Millicent Makheido and Kudzai Sevenzo-Nyarai.
Ama has been widely tipped to land this category as her recent works
vividly speak for her perhaps, one of the reasons why she features only in
high budget movies.

Ama K. was in Nigeria last year among the Ghanaian contingent that went
for AMAA; she won the award for the best actress in a leading role. Will
she win it again this year? Time will tell.

She began her career at YCTV (Youth Culture Television) a charity training
facility in West London as a youth where the highlights of her time there
was when she interviewed Hollywood veteran, Harrison Ford and 'Star
Wars' director George Lucas. As if that was not enough, the alumnus of St.
Mary's University College, Surrey moved on to co-host the youth
entertainment programme 'Pass da Mic', a show in collaboration with BBC2,
where guests interviewed included the former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair,
rocker Mick Jagger, and football legend Kevin Keegan, whom she interviewed.

The screen idol according to her management team will be very active and
more visible in Nollywood as she has seen the industry as a very viable and
big platform for professionals to hit it big, an ambition the darling of
Ghollywood is not taking with a pinch of salt.

This year's AMAA is been powered by telecoms giant, Airtel and will feature
musical performances from Tuface Idibia, Asa and Senegalese singer, Vivian
with one of Hollywood's finest actors, Jimmy Jean-Louis as the event's host
on the night. Morris Chestnut of The Brothers fame will lead other
Hollywood acts to the event.

Speaking on this year's AMAA, Ama K. Abebrese speaks of her expectations at
the awards ''I expect it to be a very classy event with a lot of style and
finesse, coming to Nigeria for awards like this is always special and I
really look forward to enjoying myself, I hope to take the award home''.

Another Hot From Nadia Buari!

One of the finest faces ever to have made it out of the Gold Coast, Nadia
Buari has added another feather to her cap as she gave a good account of
herself beyond many people's expectation in a new movie, Heroes and Zeros.

Directed by award-winning filmmaker, Niji Akanji, Heroes and Zeros have
been described as one of the best works to come out of this part of the
world in recent times.

According to Niji, Nadia was very professional on set and remains the best
of her contemporary that he has ever worked with. ''Nadia was very
professional, I was impressed. She delivered on her character like never
before. If you ask her, she would tell you that she was challenged beyond
limit on the job''.

The Takoradie born mulatto screen goddess who is presently in United States
was in Lagos months back for 28 days shooting the movie.

Heroes and Zeros is the story of the destructive pursuance of Tonia (Nadia
Bhuari) by Amos Fele (Bimbo Manuel). Ten years ago, AMOS FELE was a wealthy
celebrity director in the Nigerian film industry. Now he lives in a
ramshackle flat, doing occasional low-paying TV Commercials for nameless
products. He's a daily comic relief on the local soccer practice pitch:
because though he's already 45 years old, he nurses a new, insane dream of
making it into the dollar-soaked world of international soccer! His joyless
marriage to TINUKE, a junior bank worker, is crumbling fast, especially
after the death of their only child. A boost to his sagging spirit comes
when a big-budget French-Nigerian film project appoints him as director.
Suddenly, the Press begins to (re)celebrate him. Top actors and producers
begin to call him up. To his wife's distress, Fele also quickly
re-establishes his wane reputation as a first-class womanizer.

Fele's new rise coincides with that of DIBU IJELE as Yellow Journalism's
new enfant terrible. Dibu is a Reporter with Naija Scene, a weekly tabloid.
The paper's new Board of Directors, with its eyes on profit, supports
Dibu's theory that the only way to beat the competition is to scoop and
sell dirt about anyone with a famous face or name. Dibu's editor, Mr.
AYOADE ALISA, an urbane fellow, tries to fight him and the Board.

Fele becomes obsessed with TONIA, a ravishing beauty and lead actress of
the Nigerian-French film project. Ignoring the warnings of his best friend,
NNAMDI, a psychology professor, Fele pursues his obsession with Tonia to
its tragic conclusion: losing his new job, ending his marriage and ending
up in a mental hospital. Unknown to him, Tonia and her sister, BISOLA have
something up their sleeves.

Other members of cast are: Olu Jacobs, Tina Mba, Akin Lewis, Funsho Adeolu,
Norbert Young, Linda Ejiofor, Gabriel Afolayan, Jude Urhorra, Brigette
Cherile and others.

IBORI JAILED 13 YEARS

Chief James Ibori former governor of Delta State was jailed this afternoon in London.In a judgement that many considered as victory to anti-corruption war, Ibori was sentenced to 13 years in prison. Nigeria's ex- international soccer star, John Fashanu proved to be a friend indeed to Ibori as he used the court proceeding to highlight what he considered his good deeds while in government. Ibori was a very influential politician and billionaire before the Economic and Financial Crime Commission accused him of mismanaging the funds of his state.

STEPHANIE OKEREKE'S WEDDING LATEST:ARIK AIR TO FLY GUESTS

 The sunny-faced multiple award winning actress, Stephanie Okereke, will be getting married to her heartthrob, PR genius, Linus Idahosa in far-away France, sharing vows in front of family, friends and colleagues. The ceremony which undoubtedly is the most anticipated wedding in the country will hold in a 17th century Parisian Castle reserved for royalties this Saturday, April 21. It is rumoured that the new couple wish for guests to receive a unique kind of ‘touch’ from the experience.

The wedding will be a very private affair, celebrating the couple’s love, respect, admiration and appreciation for each other.

Arik Air, the official airline for the wedding, is playing a major role. With a chartered flight for select guests from Nigeria to France, Arik has proven to be a true Nigerian brand supporting one of its bests on their special day!

Air France, we also hear is throwing its weight behind the couple; providing highly discounted tickets to guests from all over the world and sponsoring the couples honey moon trip to any destination of their choice abroad.

Everyone is curious to know what Stephanie would be wearing and all the fun and breath-taking details of the event. Magazines are already clamouring to cover exclusive details of the wedding but we are yet to get the gist on the magazine of choice for the couple.

PHOTOS:AY COMEDY SHOW IN LAGOS

By Niyi Tabiti
AY comedy show retained its reputation as one of the biggest shows in town.It was a sold out event recently as top celebrities and entertainment lovers stormed Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, venue of this year's edition of the AY Live! Here Gistmaster brings you some of the faces at the event.Ini Edo, Monalisa Chinda, Funke Akindele, Ali Baba, Emem Isong,Helen Paul, E-Money,Opa Williams and several top shots in today's entertainment

ASK NIYI:WHO OWNS DBANJ,DON JAZZY LEKKI HOME?

Someone  asked me questions some days back regarding the rift between Don Jazzy and Dbanj. He said the Nigerian media have helped the Mo Hits crew in making millions of dollars. I agree that the media have been active partners in the hype of the two UK returnees who later became the favourite of music fans within and outside the country.Gistmaster broke the story of their rift when the two decided to go their seperate ways.

"Niyi, if i want to believe the latest news in town, Don Jazzy and Dbanj lived in a rented apartment, despite all the millions they have been making from endorsements, performance and albums?"

 "They have both moved their things out of the apartment! If the house belonged to the two of them or to one, both would have not moved out. Buying cars and living the life of a superman is good but these guys should check out their American Idols, they buy good houses in the property market.That is even going too far,Don Jazzy and Dbanj should emulate Psquare who are now living in their own multi-million Naira house in Omole Estate.Now Dbanj is floating with Wande Coal and others in 1004 apartment.What happens to all their money?"

 I have heard stories of top musicians like Faze, Tuface and others who lived in hotels. Yes, it is good for the purpose of effect, but they need good managers to help them put their money into proper use."

-Ola Favour

 Atlanta (email withheld)

Response: There was a time people said they actually owned the house but just like you, many of their fans stillo don't know whats going on. Promise to update you soon.

-Niyi

MUCH ADO ABOUT 30 MILLION NAIRA

I originally thought it was the latest Nollywood title a la facebook babes
or possibly the public's response to news of another government official
stealing from the nation's coffers, so when I clicked on the Hashtag
#Ifihad30million during 'faf' time I was pretty much surprised at the
responses I was reading. I mean people buying Palm oil factories, proposing
to the girl of their dreams and then the funniest of them all- sacking
their landlords?
To think that people had time for this was besides the point as it is
twitter after all and every whim on there is sufficiently entertained. But
then it got me thinking too. Even with inflation, sky-high prices and
billions having replaced millions as the SI unit by which embezzling is
measured, the general conception is 30 million is still enough to transform
one's life.
Don't get me wrong, 30 million is still a large amount even to me and I
really could do with that sort of money right now, not because I need a new
car to replace my old faithful, or because my wardrobe looks like I stepped
out of an 80's movie and also not considering that the missus has been
looking at that ridiculously large ring for a little too long. But because
with 30 million in my kitty, there are a lot personal projects that can now
take off and get the kind of financial investment they rightfully deserve.
But at the same time, some things are still no-go areas even with that
hefty sum. I am still not buying a Hublot watch anytime soon no matter how
many times Jay Z name checks them. A Banana island address is still way out
of my league for now unless we are talking rent which would probably take
the lion's share of the 30 milly. No Ferraris, No Porsches, No Aston
Martins but we can talk Baby Boys, IV techs, Camrys. I can buy shares now
but nobody is inviting me to come and chair the board of a blue chip
company anytime soon.
The point is as hefty as 30 million naira is, relatively to some things,
it's awfully miniscule and if proper thought and planning doesn't go into
how it is used, it can go as fast as it came. We all have heard stories of
famous people even 'yahoo yahoo' boys who got more than this amount and
today don't have two coins to rub together. And God forbid our stories take
that route. But In as much as it is good to dream about what I'd do with 30
million, I also have to be practical about my limitations even with that
amount , find ways of sustaining it whilst diversifying ,my streams of
income.
On a lighter note, I'd probably bring out the bubbly, slot in Olu
Maintain's 'Yahooze' and toast my entry to the good life
Join the conversation #ifIhad30millionNaira

LATEST NEWS:AKON SIGNS WIZKID, IN MAJOR PARTNERSHIP WITH EME RECORDS

Empire Mates Entertainment has signed a major deal with Akon's Konvict
Music to release and produce Wizkid's album worldwide.
The Banky W led record label today
announced that paperwork has been signed and that there is now a confirmed
joint partnership between EME and Konvict music.

Although Wiz is the first beneficiary of the
arrangement, the deal also makes provision for EME to launch any of its
follow up acts on the same platform

According to Banky W who's the chairman of EME "*EME is now Konvicts's
official rep in Africa and will run the African arm of Konvict's operation
including offices, management, studios, A&R, production and provisions of
more artistes to launch under this partnership" *
He continues *"Wiz is the first act to be launched under this agreement,
but EME will continue to build acts that achieve enough buzz to also launch
on the same platform"*

Since debuting in 2008, Empire Mates Entertainment has revolutionized a
fast rising industry by crafting songs that people identify with using
creative ways to market and monetize their brands; while working to build
and expose local talents.

The label is currently putting finishing touches to a much anticipated EME
album *'Empire state of mind* as well as a major tour of the US and UK.

An excited Akon twitted '*Its official, Konvict/ EME is now the official
label for Wiz Kid worldwide. Wow! Hope you ready?*'

BLOGGER, BOLA AKINBOADE WEDS TODAY

Lifestyle blogger and former fashion editor of City People magazine, Bola Akinboade is getting married today.She runs bebeakinboade.blogspot.As at the time of this posting preparations are already in top gear to host the couple this afternoon by friends and family members to a grand reception in Victoria Island, Lagos.Gistmaster is wishing her all the best

TOYIN LAWANI:PROFILE,PHOTOS,JOBS

Toyin Lawani

Occupation:Stylist, beauty enterprenueur
Toyin is one of Nigeria's most talked about fashion stylist. Elegant and always on point, Toyin has made her mark working with top celebrities .She has worked with the likes of actress Mercy Johnson, Stephanie Okereke,Waje,Susan Peters,Nike Oshinowo and others.Several magazine covers speak volume about her

PHONE SWAP MEDIA RELEASE

Over the last few weeks, the film has gathered review from New York Times,

Al jazeera TV and has also received Five Nominations from the African Movie

Academy Awards most especially in the category of Best Nigerian Film. Now

everyone is heading over to the cinema in their city to watch since the

movie opened on big screen.

Box office receipts have been strong and with positive word-of-mouth
reports, numbers are set to keep reaching new heights, which is currently
over any Hollywood films showing presently at the cinemas.

P.S movie is being awarded more cinema slots for the pleasure of movie
lovers and brand agencies are clamoring for private screening for their
clients. Genesis Cinemas, Shoprite Lekki have 6 showings a day from 10am to
9pm, also showing at Ozone and Silverbird cinemas nationwide; more details
on www.phoneswapmovie.com

This remarkable feat wouldn't have been achievable without the mammoth
support from the Media and most importantly, the ever supportive fans.

"We at Golden Effects Pictures, the Producer of *Phone Swap*, and Kunle
Afolayan hereby use this opportunity as a mean of showing our deep
appreciation to the public for the warm acceptance and overwhelmingly
positive remarks being directed towards this movie" says Chaste Inegbedion
Head, Corporate Communications of the Outfit.

With these gesture and due to public demands, we have therefore decided to
make available the 3 Original Sound Track (OST) used in Phone Swap, which
are downloadable via the website (www.phoneswapmovie.com).

PROFILE,PHOTOS:OLUWADAMILOLA AGBAJOR, MISS NIGERIA 2010

Name: Oluwadamilola Agbajor
Claim to Fame:Miss Nigeria 2010
Family: Only Child
Education:Student, Mass communication at the University of Lagos
State of Origin: Itsekiri, Delta State.
Oluwadamilola reign was quiet on the social scene.Her Chaperon was Nikki Adebimpe.She worked with Affordable Medicines facility (AMFM) as an ambassador. She

GOLDIE BECOMES UN AMBASSADOR

Award-winning singer, Goldie, has been conferred a UN Youth Ambassador for Peace by the Federal Government. Under this title, Goldie intends to further propagate national and world peace through her music, actions and words.

As a UN Ambassador, Goldie will be joining hands with other Ambassadors - home and abroad - in making the world a more peaceful place to live in by getting involved in aid-giving programs in areas of unrest. “I will be representing Nigeria all over the world, in summits, world conferences, united nation meetings, I will also go to places of strife to try and give aid either by philanthropy,

STEPHANIE OKEREKE APRIL 21 WEDDING IN PARIS,FRANCE GATHERS MOMENTUM

The wedding of award winning Nigerian actress, Stephanie Okereke and city businessman Linus Idahosa is gathering momentum by the day. The actress have been keeping the plans as top guilded secret have not been seen in most high profile functions in town.Uche Olehi reported that some Nigerian stars invited for the wedding in Paris, France have been working towards getting their Schegen visa.The wedding would take place on 21 April 2012.
  The actress have refused to answer questions or confirm anything concerning the wedding preparations.
 Congrats with love from Gistmaster!

SASHA SAYS SHE IS NOT PREGNANT YET

Nigeria rap star,Yertunde Alabi popularly known as Sasha has denied that she is pregnant.A softsell magazine in Nigeria reported last week that the entertainer is pregnant out of wedlock.Sasha who spoke with a reporter from Encomium magazine disclosed that the story of her alleged pregnancy out of wedlock is baseless and totally untrue.
  However, keen observers of the entertainment industry believe that the last may not have been heared about the story."You know celebrities are in the habit of denying obvious things" an  industry source told gistmaster. The most recent gist was that of Kefee, a singer who denied that she was getting married but a week later she tied the knot. 
By Niyi Tabiti

DRAMATIC FASHION AND STYLE PHOTOS FROM YORUBA ACTRESS LIZ ANJORIN PARTY IN LAGOS

Yoruba actress Liz Anjorin buried her beloved mother last Friday in Lagos. The after party took place at Agidingbin Grammar School, Ikeja.Trust Nigerian women to storm the ceremony with different latest designs of ankara and lace. Some went

SASHA PREGNANT..OUT OF WEDLOCK-YES MAGAZINE

Nigeria's top female rapper, Sasha is reportedly pregnant but no wedding bells yet.The story is part of the exclusives published in this week's edition of Yes magazine. Born Anthonia Yetunde Alabi, the tall and sexy singer

CELEBRITY PHOTO:WHAT IS ON FASHOLA'S MIND?

 

Whatever is on the mind of the Governor of Lagos State,Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) as captured by gistmaster

in this picture must be a serious matter. It was at the 60th birthday celebration for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Oriental Hotel, Lekki.

Fashola is regarded as one of the most efficient governors in Nigeria.

A FASHION ACCESSORY OR THE NEW NATIONAL FLAG? SWANKY NEW BARCODES FLOOD THE CITY OF LAGOS

Is it the latest fashion or the new national flag? These were some of
the questions on the lips of curious Lagosians yesterday, who woke up to
the sight of optical Smartphone readable codes better known as barcodes
in different areas of the metropolis. The imposing signs appeared
everywhere, from shopping malls to school buildings, from billboards to
T-shirts, everyone appeared to be rocking a barcode! The barcodes had a
mysteriously simple message written below; ‘Scan me for a new attitude’.
According to eyewitnesses who scanned the barcode, they were confronted
with yet another mysterious message in neon green. It read, ‘DON’T BLEND
IN: BE UNIQUE, FIND OUT HOW ON 05: 04: 12’.
Feelers reaching us say that this mysterious new message is coming from
telecoms giant Etisalat who are planning to unveil yet another
innovative package for Nigerians on April 5. The company remains mum
about the issue, but there is clearly a lot of buzz at their numerous
offices and headquarters situated around Lagos.

SEE WHAT THE PRESIDENT OF AMERICA IS ENJOYING

What do you guys think?I bet Mrs. Michelle Obama is looking gorgeous in this dress. If you work out well, you will definately step out hot and sexy like Mrs.Obama!I like