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By Niyi Tabiti It was as if Nigeria's First Lady, Mrs Patience Goodluck Jonathan was waiting for the presidential campaign and announcement of results to be over before unveiling her brand new look. On the day of the inauguration, most Nigerians saw their first lady in another light. She was looking , more than ever before, like a sweet sixteen. She's got the true shape of an African woman and the women behind her new look helped unveil the heavenly beauty. At a small editorial meeting of Gistmaster , we decided to caption this week's cover story as "Patience Jonathan's Fashion Cabinet". Talking about some of the women behind the First lady's hot new look. enjoy. BANKE MESHIDA-LAWAL: A top make-up artist, Banke Meshida-Lawal got the super  deal as Mrs. Jonathan’s official make-up artist. It was obvious that Banke did her job well as because she turned Nigeria’s first lady into a model with her brand of BMPRO product. Sources said Banke got the deal throu

By Niyi Tabiti You need no soothsayer to tell you that Mrs. Idowu Ogunlesi is a polished and highly cosmopolitan woman. She is well detailed in her appearance and her spoken English is quintessential. [caption id="attachment_5432" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Exquisite Dinning Set"] [/caption] Mrs. Ogunlesi is not just a mentor, she has built a great name for herself when it comes to lifestyle merchandising. Merchandise Today, through her ultra modern lifestyle shop, where she stocks some of the best products. From plates to bathroom, kitchen and children items. [caption id="attachment_5433" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Wall Mirror"] [/caption] Adam&Eve Unveils its Plaza In 1998, Adam & Eve was set up as a wedding gift store for new brides. Over the years, so many businesses have set up shop to cater for the physical looks that portray a luxurious lifestyle. (shoes, bags

[caption id="attachment_5381" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Pepper"] [/caption] Going about the raves of delicacies, Amala is a food everyone has come to reckon with especially in the South-West. Though believed to be the favorite food of the indigenes of Ibadan, it is still loved by Yoruba majority. Amala could either be white, brown or even black in colour and can either be made from yam or plantain which is sun-dried and grounded.  It comes out in a floury form and it is called yam flour or ELUBO in Yoruba. It is eaten with ‘ewedu’ or ‘abula’. INASTRANTE: This food joint has been in existence since the early 70s.It is located beside the cultural centre and not too far from the state secretariat. Inastrante was founded by Ahaja Muslinat Akanke Tijani of blessed memory. It is tagged as the most popular of all. This joint is managed by the late Alhaja’s children. Mr Tijani, one of her sons told Gistmaster.com that they are patronized b

[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

Goodness! at Le Petit Marche Goodness! Promoting Healthy Living in Nigeria...will be at Le Petite Marche, at GET ARENA, Lekki, Lagos , on the 29th May 2011 Goodness will now be selling and supplying products by the renowned global brand THE BODY SHOP. The Body Shop Founder and Human Rights Activist Anita Roddick sums up their ethos by saying "We believe there is only one way to beautiful, nature’s way. We’ve believed this for years and still do. We constantly seek out wonderful natural ingredients from all four corners of the globe, and we bring you products bursting with effectiveness to enhance your natural beauty and express your unique personality.  And whilst we’re doing this, we always strive to protect this beautiful planet and the people who depend on it. We don’t do it this way because it’s fashionable. We do it because, to us, it’s the only way." Their ethos of naturally sourced products which promote nature and healthy living are completely in line with what we are

[caption id="attachment_5170" align="alignright" width="324" caption="Yomi Badejo Okusanya"] [/caption] It was a talk of the town event on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 May 2011 in Lagos, as the managing director of CMC Connect (Perception managers), Mr. Yomi Badejo Okusanya buried his mother who died on 2 May 2011. Gistmaster.com gathered that Rev. Dr. Mrs. Olasumbo Badejo- Okusanya was born on 29 May 1932. She left behind six children. Aside Yomi, who is a former Chairman of Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Lagos State chapter, other children of the deceased include Olori Olabisi Tejuosho, wife of Osile of Egba Oke-Ona, Oba (Dr) Adedapo Tejuosho, Mrs.Yewande Badejo-Okusanya, a Magistrate in Lagos State and other children. The wake keep took place at 77 Oduduwa Crescent, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos Funeral service was at the Cathedral Church of Christ, marina, Lagos. The reception for guests took place at Habour Point, off Ahmadu Bello Way, Victor

The managing director of Black House Media (BHM), Ayeni Adekunle have lost his beloved father. Gistmaster.com gathered that Mr. Anthony Adefaratimi Ayeni died on 9 May at the age of 67.He left behind children who are successful in various fields of human endeavors. According to  the BHM boss, the burial arrangements for the late elder statesman would begin on June 17 2011 with a Wake keep at his residence on Rest road, Oka Akoko. He would be laid to rest on June 18 2011 at the same place. Reception follows at St. David's School, Okia- Oka, Akoko South West Local Government, Ondo State. Ayeni described his late father as a mentor, a brother, a friend, a father and grand father and a philanthropist who gave all of him to family, friends, community and Church. Celebs from far and near are planning to storm the party for a talk of the town ceremony in honour of the departed.

Four notable designers, showcased the 50th anniversary edition of Austrian lace in Nigeria. Ituen Basi , Frank Osodi's House of Bunor , Godwin Mekwuye's Vivid Imagination and Folake Akindele's Tiffany Amber. The event took place on Saturday May14 2011 at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island. The event was packaged by the Austrian Embassy and  Gistmaster.com is loaded with gist and photos from the event. Shanay Hubmann the Commercial Attache at the embassy was in her best as she co-ordinated the event. Nigeria, especially people of the South West (Yoruba) are known to commercial hub of Austrian lace.No wonder, people see Austria as one of the 'Super Powers' of style. The quality of the lace, pattern and color have continued to generate so much patronage from the middle and elite class who love the flamboyant look. Here we bring you photos of some of the people at the 50th anniversary edition of Lace in Nigeria.Nigeria's most talked about actress and undaun

  Zed Eye Presents...fashion show and Pop Up Boutique taking place for the 2nd year running at the Afro Hair & Beauty Show in London, the biggest trade show for young fashionable black women! The Afro Hair and Beauty LIVE will be celebrating its 30th anniversary on the 29th and 30th of May 2011 at the Business Design Centre in Islington. The Afro hair and beauty LIVE show which attracts over 4000 visitors over the two days, is set to have a bigger focus on fashion with the Zed Eye presents... fashion showcase.  This year, the Zed Eye Presents... will be showcasing the works of over 10 emerging and established designers, whose work draws an influence from Africa. Some of the designers showcasing at the show include Parisian designer Anggy Haif known for his extensive use of  materials like Raffia , Vines and Leaves. Ghanaian influenced designer Oheme Ohene who owns a boutique in South London and new labels such as Adopted Culture by Award winning Ghanaian Model Nana Afua Antwi. As w

Saturday, May 6 will remain evergreen in the memories of hundreds of guests that attended this year edition of the Annual Intercontinental Night at The Lagos Motor Boat Club on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. The all night shindig was a splendid show of cultural display by different nations of the world. Sixteen countries from all the continents of the world had individual open stands where they expressed their culture through their native foods, dress, artistic display and national flags. The colourful event which had the trappings of an international cultural festival, kicked off at exact 7pm when guests including tourists from different nations and members of the Lagos Motor Boat Club and their families, started to move around freely, gyrating to the loud music from the turn-table of the disc jockey.   The highlight of the night was the food tasting segment when guests were allowed to go round the stands of any country of his or her choice to taste the foods and beverages on display a

[caption id="attachment_4941" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Juliet Ehimuan of Google Nigeria"] [/caption] By Niyi Tabiti/Gistmaster.com When i got an email inviting me for the workshop organized by Google in Nigeria. I was anxiously looking forward  to powerful presentations from staff of the online company. I knew Larry Page and Sergey Binn, the two founders of Google must have a productive team working in what I call a multi billion dollars online empire! I looked at myself in the mirror and said "Niyi Tabiti, one day you are going to build an online empire like this too!Dreams, dreams,dreams....lol I attended the two day special session workshop at Civic Centre, Lagos for webmasters and reporters. of course I had a pre- knowledge of some of these things but it was great being there because it served as a refresher course. Facilitators at the event did well. Eve Andersson was my favourite! From what gistmaster.com gathered, Goog

[caption id="attachment_4808" align="alignleft" width="349" caption="AIG Felix Ogbaudu"] [/caption] By Mike Osemeke Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 7, Felix Ogbaudu is set to retire in August 2011. His Zone comprises FCT Abuja, Niger and Kaduna States. Felix Ogbaudu was born in Otor-Owhe, Delta State. He attended Anglcan Primary School Otor-Owhe and Anglican Grammar School, Eku, Delta State before proceeding to the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. An accomplished lawyer, the super cop is married to Philomena Ada Ogbaudu and they have four lovely children. A lover of Makossa music, AIG Felix Ogbaudu would be remembered  for putting Okija on the world map as the commissioner of Police, Anambra State. As the commissioner of Police he discovered, arrested and destroyed the dreaded Okija shrine in Anambra State. Okija was then known as the den of dreaded priests who make people swore to oath and reap grave consequenc

[caption id="attachment_4643" align="alignleft" width="320" caption="Oluchi Onweagba Orlandi"] [/caption] Ambassadors of Recare’s Natures Gentle Touch, Oluchi Onweagba-Orlandi and Agbani Darego have obviously been having a ball since they became ambassadors for Africa’s leading personal style brand. In a chat with both ambassadors at the just concluded Arise Fashion Show, both style icons shared their experience with Natures Gentle Touch - a brand that is dedicated to empowering Africans with beauty and style knowledge. “I’ve been working with Recare and Natures Gentle Touch for six years and it’s a relationship I’m proud and excited about. Having a Nigerian brand that connects Africans with international lifestyle through quality products and knowledge sharing is a vision that I’ll always be part of, and so far, it has been very exciting without any regrets working on this vision. And I’m happy that women around Africa have realized the effectiv

[caption id="attachment_4648" align="alignleft" width="480" caption="'A kiss fo my honey'- Pastor Ituah Ighodalo and his wife kissing away as they celebrate Itua's Birthday"] [/caption] By Niyi Tabiti Pastor Ituah Ighodalo's 50th birthday anniversary has come and gone but most people will not forget in a hurry the blissful ceremonies right from Wednesday 6 April 2011  till the grand finale that took place the following Sunday. As expect, top dignitaries within and outside the country were present at Landmark Event Centre, venue of the birthday gig. [caption id="attachment_4649" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Taiwo and Kehinde Fatukasi at Pastor Ighodalo's birthday party in Lagos. One of them is married to ace comedian, TEE A"] [/caption] This is what we call spot the difference!The two are identical twins. Yes, welcome to the world of Taiwo and Kehinde Fatukasi. Gistmaster.com