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Feyijimi Sodipo accomplished her dream of becoming beauty queen last weekend as she was crowned the Miss Nigeria 2011 at a special event put together by former beauty queen, Chief Mrs. Nike Oshinowo Soleye in Lagos.  Feyijimi's profile reads that she is a student of German studies and she can speak 4 different languages.  A plush event that has many A-listers in attendance, guests who spoke with gistmaster agreed that it is indeed an improvement from the one that took place last year in Abuja.

  Bolanle Austen Peters, the managing director of Terrakulture on Tiyamiyu Savage is not happy with the way some of her staff are going about their duties. Recently, gistmaster gathered that two of her staff were fired and a disclaimer issued so that people would not transact business with them on behalf of Terrakulture.   For her to have issued a disclaimer, that means they must have really upset her or they left when she least expected.  In a bulk sms that was sent to numerous customers of Terrakulture, the company said "Pls be informed that Mr. Tony and Mrs Bunmi Ayo are no longer in ou employment.In doing businesses with them,note that they do not represent Terra Kulture"   Slim built and beautiful, Bola the chief executive of Terra Kulture is the daughter of erudite lawyer and senior advocate of Nigeria, Chief Afe Babalola. She once worked with an international organization.She is married one of the sons of civil war veteran, Austen Peters, the late Olofin Ajaye of L

When Tom flew into Nigeria, it was with a lot of excitement and expectations. In the judgement of those who attended the Johnnie Walker annual society event at Ember Creek, Ikoyi that expectation was met and even surpassed.  You can call Tom the 'professor' of Scotch Whisky if you like.He is hugely knowledgeable in the field of scotch whisky, little wonder he was made the global brand ambassador for Johnnie Walker some years ago.He helped Whisky connoisseurs discover more about the super brand and world's number one selling blended whisky brand. Tom told gistmaster that In West Africa, Nigeria remain one of the biggest market for scotch whisky and he was very glad to be in tune with those who enjoy the premium brand.  He told us that though he was in Nigeria for the first time, he felt really at hoome because he connected with a lot of people who are also big lovers of the Johnnie Walker brand.  At the event, Tom held everyone spellbound as he talked about the amazing the

 Ramoni Salawe the bubbling London based socialite has reportedly bought another duplex in Lekki. Salawe is popularly known as Sati Ramoni. He is a big spender, the more reason you hear most Fuji musicians such as King Wasiu Ayinde Mashal (K1) and Yoruba actors shower praises on him.  According to the news in town, Sati Ramoni just bought a duplex inside the elitist Oniru Estate in Victoria Island extension in Lagos.

Nollywood actresses-Uche Jombo and Julie Odia at the Johnnie Walker Society Event in Lagos Osaze Ebeku, a senior manager with MTN and friend at the Johnnie Walker Society Event in Nigeria Mr. Hainsworth ,MD Guinness Nigeria Plc High profile personalities from far and near gathered together for the annual society event in  Lagos. The classy event took place at Ember Creeks,Awolowo Road, Ikoyi. Nigeria’s elite business and celebrity Scotch whisky connoisseurs came to listen to Thomas Jones, the Johnie Walker global brand ambassador.Tom treated everyone to a masterclass that helped everyone discover the depth of scotch Whisky.  more photos coming

Bayo Akinpelu, former Director at Chevron Nigeria, will moderate a conversation between Austin Avuru, Femi Aisida and Dayo Adegoke around the theme: The Book as The Key To The Knowledge Economy at the Freedom Park in Lagos on Saturday November 20, 2011. Mr Avuru is the Chief Executive of Seplat Petroleum, the Nigerian E&P company which produces 37,000Barrels of oil a day; Aisida oversees Energy and Mineral Resources(EMR) and Adegoke is Managing Director of Mosenergy.   Both companies are hydrocarbon consulting firms. The conversation involves reading, reviews and discussions around four books, including Malcolm Gladwell’s The Tipping Point, Niall Ferguson’s The Ascent Of Money: A  Financial History Of The World, and Tom Friedman’s The World Is Flat as well as Hot. Flat and Crowded. The discussions are taking place as part of the Lagos Book and Art Festival, a three day festival of the written word, now in its 12th year. The Festival involves drama skits, music, 10 panel sessions a

 The prestigious and much awaited Annual Johnnie Walker Society Event is to be held in Lagos on Thursday 10 th November @ Ember Creek, 32 Awolowo Rd, Ikoyi, Lagos.    To be attended by Nigeria’s elite business and celebrity Scotch whisky connoisseurs, the event will be hosted by Thomas Jones, leading authority on Scotch Whisky and the Johnnie Walker® Global Brand Ambassador.   As part of the strictly by invitation event, Tom will treat guests to a special whisky master class to help them discover more about the magic and mystery of Johnnie Walker® and how to enjoy Scotch Whisky to the full. A hugely knowledgeable and credible Scotch whisky expert, Tom travels the world sharing stories and his intimate knowledge with fellow whisky lovers.   This will be his first visit to Nigeria and over the course of the evening he will inspire guests about the amazing history and heritage of the world’s leading blended Scotch whisky brand and its founder. Nearly 200 years ago, a farm hand named

 The latest buzz about Dakore Egbuson the beautiful actress, presenter and model indicates that she was delivered of a bouncing baby girl in the United States of America. The actress got married in January this year to Olumide Harry Akande, a businessman and son of a leading Nigerian politician and billionaire.  Their wedding at a church inside Park View Estate was graced by eminent personalities.Theirs was one of the most talked about romance in the entertainment industry.

 By Kemi Ashefon (Punch Newspaper)  Funke Akindele. Her name surely rings a bell. Not one given to much airs around her, she triggers off the interview by saying, “I am too down-to-earth, unassuming and I remind myself that no matter the glitz and glamour, I am still Funke Akindele.” So, what’s new about her? Nothing, except for the fact that she is just back from New York, United States of America, where she went to have her movie, The return of Jenifa, premiered. “I was scared before the premiere kicked off,” she recalls. Why? “I was wondering if what I had would match the expectations of the people coming to see the movie. I ran to the back of the hall and was almost shivering when it started but when I saw people laughing, with eyes glued to the screen, I knew my fears were over.” You would not help but laugh at some of her jokes as the interview progresses. But the Ikorodu born graduate of law, who chose to be an actress instead, would not laugh at certain exp

Koffi Annan, a former United Nations Secretary General is planning big for the wedding of his 42 year old daughter, Ama to Adepoju Adedeji, son of erudite scholar, Professor Adebayo Adedeji. The gist is spreading like hot cake in town and those who know sweet weddings could be will gladly have been planning towards it. Gistmaster gathered that Poju had three kids from his first marriage before he found love again in Ama,sister to one of Lagos social commanders, Kojo Annan. Ama, according to details available to gistmaster is a financial analyst and a graduate of the London School of Economics and New York institute of Finance.Ama is the managing director of Mid Ocean Shipping company. Her mum, Titi Alakija, a Nigerian was married to the Ghanaian born diplomat, Koffi Annan before they went their separate ways many years ago. Details of Ama and Poju Adedeji's wedding ceremony show that  activities would start on Thursday 29 September and it would end on Saturday 1 October 2011.

The word "Kristos" is derived from the Greek word "Anointed". It signifies Good luck, Love & Peace and how apt this is in regards to our first design & best seller line the distinctive ROSARY design.         For centuries, jewelry has been worn as a symbol of ethnicity, cultural heritage, class, and religious beliefs. For many people today, jewelry is worn purely for its aesthetic properties and recently the rosary necklace has experienced a come-back, as a fashion statement and as a meditation, relaxation and a protection tool from negative energy.         However, there are still many individuals who carry the tradition of wearing jewelry as a symbol representing a belief in religion, an action of personal faith to God. The rosary is not exclusive to the Christian religion, or even Western civilization. In fact, the rosary, (or prayer beads), have been a religious icon in Buddhism and Islam. These days, however, the Catholic Church remains the largest co

Ehime Aikhomu consoles mum, Rebecca Aikhomu at burial of the late Admiral Augustus Aikhomu The remains of Admiral Augustus Aikhomu, a former Chief of General Staff durning the administration of General Ibrahim Babangida was finally interned yesterday in his home town of Irrua in Edo State, Nigeria. Vice President Namadi Sambo led the Federal Government delegation to the ceremony in Edo State ( click to read breaking news of Ehimen Aikhomu death as Dana Airlines crashed in Iju Ishaga Lagos ). He described the late admiral as a fine officer who contributed his own quota to the development of the country. Other top government officials at the event include Anyim Pius Anyim; the Chief of Staff to the President, Mike Oghiadomhe; the Chief of Defence Staff, Oluseyi Petinrin; the Chief of Army Staff, Azubike Ihejirika; the Chief of Naval Staff, and the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Mohammed Dikko Umar. - Gistmaster.com Photo:News Agency Of Nigeria

 After granting several media interviews narrating her experience on being stalked by real estate practitioner, Wole Aboderin, Adenuga suddenly disappeared from the social scene. But at the show, the older sister to Bella Disu made a surprise appearance, probably to shake off boredom and generally have a good time.  For one who is on the quiet side, not many noticed the presence of the CEO of Imaginative Buying services as she left at the end of the event as quietly as she came. But at the after-party, which took place at Rehab night club co-owned by Owen Aisen, Oyin decided to let her hair down and have unparralled fun.   At the table where she sat in the club, savouring the music that wafted from the DJ’s speakers and taking intermittent sips from her drink, was no other than Wole Aboderin, the same person, who supposedly stalked her for years! Dressed in a pair of brown shorts and a white shirt, Aboderin took delight in chatting animatedly with Adenuga who relished all the attenti

Its been one month long of activities marking the 77th birthday of Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, the Esama of Benin Kingdom. Today (September 11) is the grand finale of the celebration of life for Igbinedion, a billionaire and founder of Okada Group of companies.  The thanksgiving service was beamed live via Africa Independent Television (AIT).  At the well attended event, Sir Igbinedion said he has not only moved closer to GOD but he will do more to serve GOD.  Rev Ayo Oritsejafor, President of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and other men of GOD officiated the ceremony.  Wife of the celebrant, Lady Cherry said some people celebrates their birthday for one week, some for one day but Igbinedion own is one month, it is the Lord's doing. -Niyi Tabiti/ gistmaster.com

 The name- Obaro Ibru connotes  style. Born to Cecelia and Olorogun Michael Ibru, Obaro Ibru is one of the 'social commanders' as far as night clubbing in Lagos is concerned.   Stylish and handsome, Obaro is also one of the toasts of many Lagos girls. For some time the young man was off the scene, sources told gistmaster that he was away abroad.