AT THE SPECIAL RETIREMENT PARTY FOR AUSTIN 'JAY JAY' OKOCHA IN LAGOS, NIGERIA ON TUESDAY

Story & photos by Niyi Tabiti

Chief Reporter



Former Hull City FC midfielder,Austin Jay Jay Okocha was honoured by Boldfaces International owned by actress cum TV presenter,Tracia Eseigbe on Tuesday 24 June 2008 in Lagos, Nigeria.

Okocha was full of thanks for the company, friends and associates who came from far and near to be part of the event in Lagos.Okocha arrived in company of his beautiful wife,Nkechi in a state of the art cars provided by Today's Cars.There children were absent but that same day happens to be their daughter's 10th year birthday.
Like most events put together in Nigeria, the event started late and alot of guests who arrived much earlier let in annoyance.Tracia herself confessed that the governors Rotimi Amaechi and Babatunde Raji Fashola,of Rivers and Lagos state respectively, came early and left in annoyance because of the delay.She, therefore, appealed to anyone that can reach the two governors to plead on behalf of the organisers.

Okocha and his wife, http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ observed enjoyed themself thoroughly. Every opportunity that Nkechi had to wriggle her waist or a do a complete Gongo Aso dance step, she never 'slacked'

Same for Newcastle player, Obafemi Martins and Joseph Yobo.Martins was the cynosure of all eyes.

One man who got all of us reeling with laughter at the event was star comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka otherwise known as Comedian of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFR).He compered the event alongside, actress Jennifer Eliogu.She took the place of Kate Henshaw who is reportedly on a foreign trip.

Top Nigerian artistes who performed at the event included Mamozee,KC Presh, African China and Tuface Idibia.
Actors and actresses at the event included Omotola Jolade-Ekehinde,Chidi Mokeme,Elfreda Rowland,Uche Iwuji,Ebube Nwangbo,Emeka Ani,Anita Hogan, Lillian Bach,Steph Nora-Okere,Aki and Paw Paw etc.



Photo 1- Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha and his wife,Nkechi with Tracia Esiegbe on the stage



Photo 2-Footballers wives-Mrs.Ijeuru Julius Aghaowa and Nkechi Okocha

Photo 3-Austin 'Jay Jay'Okocha,Mamozee.Aki and Paw Paw, Jennifer

WIFE GIVES ALI BABA A LAVISH SUPRISE BIRTHDAY

Mary, the beautiful wife of Ali Baba, fondly ragarded as Nigeria's king of comedy pulled a fast one on her man with a suprise birthday party on Tuesday 24 June 2008.www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com missed the event because it was at the same time I was attending the Austin Jay Jay Okocha' event in Ikeja-Lagos.

Any ways, it was a boat cruise meant to suprise Ali Baba.According to a text message sent to selected close friends of the humour merchant,Mary wrote:Its my dear hubby's birthday(Ali Baba) birthday tommorow the 24th and you are invited for a dinner on boat NIRE REST.It sets sail at 5.40 pm from Admirality Way,Lekki Phase 1 (Emperor Chinese)...

TUFACE IDIBIA CONFESSES:"I AM A VERY GOOD FOOTBALLER!"

Story & photo by Niyi Tabiti
Chief Reporter


Nigeria born international music star, Tuface Idibia got almost everyone at Planet One, Lagos-Nigeria reeling with uncontrollable laughter last night when he confesses that “I am a good footballer”
Tuface who was trying to impress, Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, Nigeria’s international football star in whose honour the event was being organised by Tracia Esiegbe’s Bold Faces International, got more than he bargained in the hands of the audience immediately he said he is indeed good with the round leather game.
Okocha was not the only footballer at the event. The likes of Joseph Yobo, John Utaka, Abbey George, Obafemi Martins and Julius Aghaowa were also at the event to celebrate with Okocha, who has just retired from the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national team.Okocha's contract with Hull City in United Kingdom was also not renewed as well.
Someone screamed: Hmm...Tu baba! Who says you are not a good footballer after all, only you can score three goals at the same time”
Another person said: “Super striker. Small time, you will produce a team of 11 players from your bedroom football”
Another person describe Tuface as a super footballer after all he plays for Pero United, Annie Macaulay FC and Sumbo...!

LILLIAN BACH FOUND LOVE AGAIN IN EX-LOVER,JOHNSON DAVIDSON

Story & photos by Niyi Tabiti
Chief Reporter



Nollywood star actress and model, Lillian Bach and her ex-lover, Johnson Davidson are back at 'it' and this time they show every sign of seriousness.

Before now, it appeared like specualto because Lillian romance with Davidson collapsed some years back.Ever after, Lillian had been linked to other 'fine boys' within and outside the industry.Of all the men,Lillian's liasion with co-actor, Pat Atta was more pronounced.

Right now, all indications pointed to the fact that Lillian had fallen back in love with Davidson and they are both ready to go all the way. Last night (24 June 2008),www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com sighted the two of them as they stepped into Planet One,Ikeja,Lagos-venue of the reception hosted in honour of Nigeria's international soccer star, Austin 'Jay jay' Okocha by Tracia Eseigbe's Bold Faces Intenational.

They held hands and Davidson walked majestically on the red carpet as if telling everyone looking at them that 'I have got her back,shame to bad people'.Throughout the event they whispered into each others ears like young people who are falling in love for the first time.They also left the event together.

When http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ sought to know the present state of relationship with Davidson , she laughed and after sometime she managed to whisper "We are business partners"

Even a primary school pupil could read it in her eyes that Lillian was only saying he is my 'man' again.No one could say whether or not, the two lovers are ready to 'ring' the wedding bells.

On the other hand, Lillian said the reasons her fans have not been seeing much of her in movies in recent times was due to the production outfit she was putting together.It is now ready, complete state of the art equipment. Aside that you know I dont like appearing in home video anyhow.I look out for somethings before offering to take part in any job" she said

WHEN KORA ALL AFRICA MUSIC AWARD MADE ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU A PATRON IN LAGOS, NIGERIA.

By Niyi Tabiti
Chief Reporter



It was a gathering of who is who in Nigeria when organisers of Kora, all Africa music award made former governor ofekud8 Lagos State, Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu a patron. The even took place on Sunday 22 June 2008 at Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Kora is regarded as one of the biggest awards in the continent of Africa. Since inception ten years ago; South Africa is the only country that has hosted it. This year’s edition will, however, take place in Cross River State, Nigeria. kORA is the brain work of Ernest Adjovi,a native of Republic of Benin (one of Nigeria's neighbouring countries)
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu was ably supported by friends, relations and political associates at the event.Those who graced the event included billionaire businessman, Mr.Oba Otudeko,Professor Wole Soyinka,Chief Molade Okoya Thomas (Asoju Oba of Lagos),Oba Rilwan Osuolale Akiolu, the Oba of Lagos,Mr.Akisola Akinfenwa, the Managing Director of Skye Bank
Former governors,Chief Bisi Akande, Otunba Niyi Adebayo and Chief Olusegun Osoba.Gubernatorial Candidate of Action Congress in Ekiti at the 2007 election, Dr.Kayode Fayemi and his deputy, Mrs.Olufunmilayo Olayinka also came to the event.
Professor Wole Soyinka did not stay longf and when http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ sought to know why he was leaving the event too early, the Kongi of Africa said, 'they did not start early and I have another event to attend'
Soyinka also took sometime out to joke with a female reporter who tried so much to get him to talk.
We will definately upload more photos from the event.

Photo 1-Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and governor of Lagos State, Mr.Raji Batbatunde Fashola (SAN)
Photo 2- Professor Wole Soyinka taking his exit from the event
Photo 3-Mrs.Olufunmilayo Olayinka, ex-banker and politician.
Photo 4-Musician, Yinka Davies 'singing' the national anthem
photo 5-Senator Olurunnibe Mamowora exchanging pleasantries with Mr.Akinsola Akinfenwa, the Managing Director of Skye Bank.On the background is Ex-governor of Ogun State,Chief Olusegun Osoba.

Photo 6-Star comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka the first,Mr.Kayode Akinyemi the Head of Corporate Affairs divison,Skye Bank and friend.

OLIVER DE COQUE ALSO LEFT THIS SINFUL WORLD LAST FRIDAY

By Niyi Tabiti
Chief Reporter

When I got the shocking news on Saturday that popular Igbo musician,Chief Oliver De Coque had died on Friday night,I didnt believe that death would come so soon for the man.He was actively present at the Nigerian Music Award in Imo State last month.
Death be not proud!
Friends, family members and fans would miss the Musician so much.
In this photo, I captured him exchanging pleasantries with Kenny Ogungbe and Dayo Adeneye of Primetime Television aboard the aeroplane that took us to Imo.
May His soul rest in perfect peace.
Meanwhile, I just returned from KORA Award nominees party at the Civic Centre,Victoria-Island,Lagos.I will upload on Monday!

HAPPY WEEKEND WITH LOVE FROM GISTMASTER!

Hmmm..we have prapared a table before you so...have your cut!

Happy weekend with love from Gistmaster,right here in Lagos, the centre of enjoyment.