NO DOLLAR SALARY FOR NIGERIA NEW FINANCE MINISTER NGOZI OKONJO IWEALA

Latest News in Nigeria-President Goodluck Jonathan has said the newly sworn-in Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and other professionals in his cabinet pulled from the Diaspora will not be paid in foreign currencies.

The president disclosed this in his remarks on Wednesday shortly after the swearing-in of Okonjo-Iweala as Finance Minister in the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

"Let me also thank other ministers brought in from the Diaspora, we know it is quiet challenging to move from developed countries to Nigeria.

``The question sometimes asked, and I know for Ngozi it is quiet embarrassing, is that when she accepted to serve, it was in the media that she gave conditions to be paid in dollars.

``Let me formally announce to Nigerians that she accepted to serve just like any other minister and indeed others who came from the Diaspora have not asked us for dollar salary.

``They are going to receive salary and allowances like others in the cabinet. They are coming to serve the country and are not coming because of their personal aggrandisement,'' he said.

Jonathan also explained that he invited the former World Bank Managing Director to serve in his cabinet not just as Finance Minister, but to coordinate all economic activities of the Federal Government and by extension all the states.

He disclosed that the Finance Minister will henceforth coordinate the Federal Government Economic Management Team comprising 24 members with the President as the Chairman and the Vice President as the Vice Chairman- source-NAN

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Spice Haute Party- Part 1

Friday, August 5th, 2011 Four Points by Sheraton joined forces to celebrate fashion, music and social networking. Celebs, designers, reality stars and fun lovers were all out in droves to celebrate an exciting night with friends at the Spice Haute Party.The Poolside of Four Points by Sheraton was the site chosen by Spice TV to gather style and fun lovers. The party started with amazing music selection from the DJ creating an amazing atmosphere at Four Points.From 6:30pm the doors opened for local celebrities and special guests. The audience was amused with a variety of drinks and delicious canapés alongside extracts from past runway fashion shows like Arise Magazine Fashion Show, Music Meets Runway, etc which was shown on various 32inches Samsung TV Screens that adorned walls of the poolside.Guests drank fruity cocktails supplied by the venerable Hennessey which, being the only option at the bar, kept the party going into the early hours of the night.And after all, nothing says "Lagos party" like rolling home reeking of great fun and excitement!Spice haute party will definitely be recorded as one of the most glam fashion parties in Lagos!

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Aisha shaba (tinsel)

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Anaka odi

Anita okoye

Arinola otukoya

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ODUNLADE ADEKOLA,KUNLE AFOLAYAN APPOINTED GLO AMBASSADORS

 Popular actors, Kunle Afolayan and Odunlade Adekola have been appointed Glo Ambassadors. The endorsement deal with Globacom, a leading telecommunication company in Nigeria is considered the juicest so far for Nigerian actors.It is a two year deal that would rake in millions of Naira for both actors.
 Kunle's father, the late Adeyemi Afolayan popularly known Ade Love was one of the biggest names in film making in his time. He would look down and be proud of Kunle's rising profile as an actor and film maker.Kunle's films-Irapada and Fingurine won him multiple awards at local and international films awards. It was also featured at various film festivals across the world.
 Before Kunle Afolayan's foray into full time movie production, he worked with City Express Bank owned by Chief Samuel Adedoyin.
On his part, Odunlade Adekola's rising profile can be attributed to his consistency and good interpretation of his roles.He is also well loved by female fans.Almost all the movies that have featured him in Yoruba speaking movies have been sold out. Reason why he has become the most sought after actor by marketers and film producers.
 Authoritative Sources told gistmaster yesterday that Odunlade demands N150,000 for lead role. But now, he would step up just like Funke Akindele, popular Yoruba actress who was made a glo ambassador about two years ago. So if you see Odunlade cruising state of the art automobiles or shooting high budget movies sponsored by him, just say 'GLO'!
-By Niyi Tabiti

JOHN MIKEL OBI's FATHER STILL MISSING

 When the news broke that the father of top Chelsea player, John Mikel Obi had been missing following the massive spate of violence rocking Jos, Plateau state, it was obvious that Mikel would be in a pensive mood. 
 Even the anxiety the unpalatable situation has created among fans of the soccer star is best imagined. Hours after the occurrence, Mikel's father is yet to be found.
 Gistmaster gathered the phone of number of Mikel's father has been switched off and there has been no communication between him and any family member.
Mikel who grew up with the likes of Psquare in Jos town is rated as the 7th highest paid African player in the world. Mikel earns $5.8 million (US Dollars) as income from salary alone.

MISS NIGERIA ORGANIZERS REACT: MOST BEAUTIFUL GIRL IN NIGERIA, SYLVIA NDUKA IS A LIAR

 Nike Oshinowo and her team at the Miss Nigeria organization have reacted to  recent interview Sylvia Nduka the winner of the Most Beautifu Girl in Nigeria granted Vanguard Newspapers.They insisted that Sylvia lied in the interview.
In the interview published on 7 August, Sylvia responded to the question why she was nervous while answering her question at the Most Beautiful Girl In Nigeria. 
 She stated that it was her first time in any pageant and on any stage. She went on to say that she won because of her looks and activities at the boot camp.
 Pure lies! Miss Nigeria organization headed by Nike Oshinowo stated that Sylvia was one of the contestants at the 2010 edition in Abuja. She was Miss Kaduna. 
 Gistmaster gathered that she also participated in etiqutte training where she was properly trained to present herself properly on stageand to an audiance as well as other vital lessons in public appearance. She also participated in the media etiqutte training with Jemi Ekukubor of Vanguard style magazine, Allure. Miss Nigeria stated that Sylvia survived the eviction process of the Miss Nigeria reality show and she was there at the grand finale in Abuja.
  Miss Nigeria organization stressed that she broke her Miss Kaduna plague and refused to come out for the final parade of all contestants when she could not make the top 10 final list.Guess what, they have video and other evidence to prove their point!
 But wait o! Why is sylvia denying that she took part in Miss Nigeria pegeant before she won Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria?- By Niyi Tabiti

JOAN OKORODUDU,NNSM BOSS HITS MEGA SPONSORSHIP DEAL

Joan Okorodudu the hardworking founder of Nigeria next supermodel is jubilating at the moment. Sources hinted gistmaster that the 50 something year old woman Mrs Okorodudu just landed a maga sponsorship deal with an european based international company. 
Gistmaster gathered that the company's top executives were satisfied with recordings of past editions of NNSM so they decided that they would be involved in this year's edition.
 Gistmaster got through to Mrs. Okorodudu in London this weekend and she confirmed that it is true but she does not want to go into further details for now.
 The NNSM boss was in Beirut, Lebanon where winner of Nigeria Next Supermodel 2010 contested for the best model of the world few weeks ago before she headed for London where she attended the Africa Fashion Week and Fabs Style night. Mrs Okorodudu is the founder of Isis Models..
Photo caption: Mrs. Okorodudu and businessman, Alex Amosu at the Fabs style event in London- August 2011
-Story by Niyi Tabiti

V-BAR OWNER, KAMAL BOUSTANI TAKES OVER NEWSCAFE

 Gistmaster saw it coming and it eventually happened! We are sure you know top socialite Femi Akande of Kilimajaro. Should in case you forget we are sure you will remember the man whose company brought American star, Joe to Nigeria for Mohammed Babangida some years ago. His company also brought Anita Baker to Lagos.

  The latest news here is that Newscafe, his joint business interest with Hakeem Murhi Okunola has been taken over by loaded Lebanese, Kamal Boustani. The place was shut down for sometime to enable them re-structure. Boustani, the new owner is a shrewd businessman and he is major investor in bar business in Nigeria. He runs K’s Place on Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Planet 44 on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi and V-Bar located inside The Palms, Lekki- By Niyi Tabiti