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To read the story about the Nigerian Pastor based in Kent, UK who confessed to allegedly assaulting two young boys indecently,click here

Arise Africa Fashion Week schedule, all the designers, models and date , click here
Angry Nigerian Comedian to sue Nira Records. Who is the comedian and why? Click here
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KENT PASTOR CONFESSES TO SEX ASSAULT ON TWO MALES

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By Oganile Akinolurin/Gistmaster

Albert Odulele, a 47 year old pastor based in the United Kingdom has confessed to sexual crimes. The shocking disclosure happened at the Bexley Magistrates Court in Bexleyheath, where the pastor is standing trial.

Odulele, who is revered for his eloquence and carriage, confessed that he indecently assaulted a boy under 16 year old. He also did the same with another male who is slightly above 16. No one could say if Odulele had been doing it for a long time, but mothers within and outside the UK think it is a condemnable act for a man who is supposed to be a counselor and father to be doing such a thing.

The 47 year old Pastor, who is also the leader of Glory House Church in east London would be sentenced at Woolwich Crown Court at a later date, said Metropolitan Police

ARISE FASHION WEEK 2011 IN LAGOS

By Niyi Tabiti

To many keen observers of fashion and style, the Arise Fashion week scheduled to take place between march 10 and 13 at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos is going to shake the scene. Not many could answer the choice of Federal Palace Hotel as the venue of the event (Just like Elite Model Search and Mania Magazine launch), but something is for sure, This Day Newspaper/ Arise is working towards making the Fashion week an exciting experience with the biggest  gathering of style ambassadors. Arise Fashion week had taken place in South Africa and New York but Nduka Obaigbena and his team decided that this time , it is going to hold in Nigeria.

From information so far gathered by gistmaster.com, the event starts on Thursday 10 March 2011 with an array of designers and models showing off their creative work of art.

Schedule for Arise Magazine Fashion Week:

Day 1: [Thursday 10th March]

 

10:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

The Business of Fashion Conference

16:00 {Collective Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Nkwo

-House of Nwocha

- Kiki Kamanu

- Grey

18:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Jewel by Lisa

20:00 - This Day Style Tent

-Kluk CgDT

 

Day 2: [Friday 11th March]

 

12:00 { Group Show} - This Day Style Tent

- Kemkem Studio

- Autumn Adeigbo

- Madam Wokies Couture

- Viva La Resistance

13:00 {Double Show} - Arise Magazine Tent

- Christie Brown

- Buki Akib

14:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Samantha Cole

15:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Mustafa Hassanali

16:00{ Group Show} - This Day Style Tent

- Bridget Awosika

- Korto Momolu

17:00 {Double Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- Okunoren Twins

- Amine Bendriouich

18:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Gavin Rajah

19:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Ituen Basi

20:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Tiffany Amber

 

Day 3: [Saturday 12th March]

 

11:00 {Group Show} - Arise Magazine Tent

- Nikki Khiran

- Anne Marie Addo

- Vonne

- Eki Orleans

12:00 {Group Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Mimi Plange

- Bestow Elan

- Ejiro Amos Tafiri

- Jo Black Craze

13:00 {Double Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- ChiChi A

- Gert-Johan Coetzee

14:00 {Group Show} – This Day StyleTent

- Maki Oh

- Tsemaye Binitie

15:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Alexander Amosu

16:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Bunmi Koko

17:00 {Double Show} - Arise Magazine Tent

- Eredappa

- Odio Mimonet

18:00 {Group Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Lanre Da Silva Ajayi

- Laquan Smith

19:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Saheed Sulieman

20:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Deola Sagoe

 

 

Day 4: [Sunday 13th March]

 

12:00 {Group Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- Kastle Designs & Treasure Chest

- Zed eye

- Re Bahia

- Toju Foyeh

13:00 {Double Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Pierre Antoine Vettorello

- Angelo Von Mol

14:00 {Double Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- Mataano

- Ron n Ron

15:00 – This Day Style Tent

- Lola Faturoti

16:00 - Arise Magazine Tent

- Bside by Wale Adeyemi

17:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Xuly Bet

20:00
AMFW Awards

 

ANGRY COMEDIAN, HOLY MALAM TO SUE NIRA RECORDS

It is definitely unusual to see a comedian angry. One comedian and event compere who is boiling so much with anger is Holy Malam. Gistmaster.com gathered that the handsome presenter had an agreement with Nira Audio Visual Company but the deal didn’t go as smooth as he had wanted it to be. The comedian claimed that Nira violated international statutory laws and guidelines guiding the replication of literary works.

Holy Mallam also claims that the foreign company that was licensed and registered by the  Nigerian Copyright Commission breached  contract by delivering the
work it was contracted to do 14 days after due delivery date and in
the middle of the road and also infringed on copyright and destroyed
public image that led to loss of Goodwill.
Holly Mallam is demanding a sum of N10 million
Naira from Nira Audio Visuals as damages for what he allegedly went through in the course of doing business with the company.

-Gistmaster.com

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CHOCOLATE CITY SIGNS NIGERIAN IDOL GIRL TONII,RELEASES TWO SINGLES

Former Nigerian Idol Contestant, Tonii has released two singles barely two weeks after she exited the reality TV show. Both songs - "Iwo Ni Ma Ba lo" and "I Rule", solely written and composed by the artiste, clearly project her versatility in neosoul, rnb, pop and contemporary naija vibes (afro). It is therefore not a surprise that following her exit from the show, the media was filled with the buzz that Audu Maikori's Chocolate City which also parades stars like M.I, Jesse Jags and Ice Prince has indicated interest in offering her a record deal. While she was on show, Audu and the other judges constantly commended her musical range and vocal strength.

In September 2010, just before she auditioned for the Nigerian Idol contest, Tonii thrilled friends, family and guests from the music industry and media agents at her debut performance held at De Marquee restaurant and lounge bar, an upscale entertainment and relaxation spot in Victoria Island, Lagos. The event was sponsored by Martini and Bacardi.

Born as Oluwatoni Afolayan and raised in the quiet town of Ilorin in Kwara State where she also bagged a BSc in Microbiology from the University of Ilorin, Tonii started singing at an early age and has since been trained by renowned musicians including Peter King, the legendary jazz artist and saxophonist, under whose tutelage she honed her vocal and piano skills. Tonii is definitely one upcoming artiste you should look out for in 2011.

 

NATURES GENTLE TOUCH TAPS AGBANI AS HER BRAND AMBASSADOR

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Recare Cosmetics International, owners of beauty brands Natures Gentle Touch and HairSavvy, have signed Ex-Miss World and International model Agbani Darego as her global brand ambassador. As part of the multiyear contract, Darego is to appear in advertising campaigns, in addition to participating in the company's sponsored philanthropic activities. The firm did not disclose further details on the contract with Darego.

"She is a talented woman and a role model to many which fits in with Natures Gentle Touch brand values" said Chika Ikenga, CEO of Recare Limited Africa. Ikenga noted that Darego would represent a number of products across the company's portfolio.

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"She is also internationally recognized and that is an important link for us to have, since we are a global brand. She truly embodies the spirit of the Natures Gentle Touch philosophy".

Agbani Darego who has graced the cover of several international magazines joins Natures Gentle Touch Brand Face, Oluchi Onweagba as its spoke person. "I am proud to join Recare and Natures Gentle Touch in their celebration of women and their commitment to delivering the best hair care products for our women," stated Darego.

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By this appointment, Recare continues its established tradition of partnering with the most beautiful and iconic women of Africa to represent the Natures Gentle Touch brand.

ARISE MAGAZINE FASHION WEEK LAGOS , NIGERIA (MARCH 10TH - 13TH)

Finally, the much anticipated and most likely the biggest fashion event in Nigeria, Arise Magazine Fashion Week long awaited list of designers is here . The event which will be holding the vibrant city of Lagos to stand still , will be taking place in about  6 days from today.

With a number of designers from around the continent, both local and international set to unveil their amazing collections, AMFW will be staging this historical event at the prestigiuos Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island. The scheduled times for each designer is as seen below.

*Please note, the  scheduled times and designers are subject to last minute  alterations by Arise Magazine*

Schedule for Arise Magazine Fashion Week:

Day 1: [Thursday 10th March]

10:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

The Business of Fashion Conference

16:00 {Collective Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Nkwo

-House of Nwocha

- Kiki Kamanu

- Grey

18:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Jewel by Lisa

20:00 - This Day Style Tent

-Kluk CgDT

Day 2: [Friday 11th March]

12:00 { Group Show} - This Day Style Tent

- Kemkem Studio

- Autumn Adeigbo

- Madam Wokies Couture

- Viva La Resistance

13:00 {Double Show} - Arise Magazine Tent

- Christie Brown

- Buki Akib

14:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Samantha Cole

15:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Mustafa Hassanali

16:00{ Group Show} - This Day Style Tent

- Bridget Awosika

- Korto Momolu

17:00 {Double Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- Okunoren Twins

- Amine Bendriouich

18:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Gavin Rajah

19:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Ituen Basi

20:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Tiffany Amber

Day 3: [Saturday 12th March]

11:00 {Group Show} - Arise Magazine Tent

- Nikki Khiran

- Anne Marie Addo

- Vonne

- Eki Orleans

12:00 {Group Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Mimi Plange

- Bestow Elan

- Ejiro Amos Tafiri

- Jo Black Craze

13:00 {Double Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- ChiChi A

- Gert-Johan Coetzee

14:00 {Group Show} – This Day StyleTent

- Maki Oh

- Tsemaye Binitie

15:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Alexander Amosu

16:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Bunmi Koko

17:00 {Double Show} - Arise Magazine Tent

- Eredappa

- Odio Mimonet

18:00 {Group Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Lanre Da Silva Ajayi

- Laquan Smith

19:00 – Arise Magazine Tent

- Saheed Sulieman

20:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Deola Sagoe

Day 4: [Sunday 13th March]

12:00 {Group Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- Kastle Designs & Treasure Chest

- Zed eye

- Re Bahia

- Toju Foyeh

13:00 {Double Show} – This Day Style Tent

- Pierre Antoine Vettorello

- Angelo Von Mol

14:00 {Double Show} – Arise Magazine Tent

- Mataano

- Ron n Ron

15:00 – This Day Style Tent

- Lola Faturoti

16:00 - Arise Magazine Tent

- Bside by Wale Adeyemi

17:00 - This Day Style Tent

- Xuly Bet

20:00
AMFW Awards