Lanre DaSilva-Ajayi presents “Labour of Love” @ ARISE Made in Africa – Spring 2012

Despite her falling of the ramp, Lanre had a spanking collection . Her Spring 2012 collection, “Labour of Love” displayed intricate lacy details of color and vibe. Accessories were also as interesting as the designer spared no shade on the color wheel . Her Victorian edge still showed through - with the Lace fabric being the link . This collection was clearly devoid of bows and volumes and yet it was LDA .

ACTRESS OGE OKOYE RELEASE PHOTOS OF HER COOKING FOR HUSBAND,SAYS MARRIAGE COLLAPSE IS MERE RUMOUR

Oge Okoye

Despite the speculations in town that actress Oge Okoye and her husband have both gone their separate ways, the actress insists that they are still together. People have been saying that the situation is so bad that her husband came to Nigeria from his Holland base but stayed in an hotel instead of their matrimonial home.

FREDA EDEWOR FRANCIS:KRISTOS THE MOST EXCLUSIVE ROCKING ACCESSORY

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 consumer of the rosary.

        KRISTOS jewelry is an exclusive luxury brand. Each KRISTOS Jewelry is generously designed and completed for beauty, functionality, durability and longevity. These original pieces of jewelry are all one of a kind and feature precious stones made of Black Onyx, Pearls, Gem stones, Gold and Diamonds, accented by an 18k Gold/Precious stone made Crucifix.

        As if the pure beauty of the jewelry itself is not enough, the stones that make up each design, also promote human strengths, desires, aspirations, protection and spirituality.
        The Black Onyx one of our best sellers is noble, elegant and regal. Mostly worn to defend against negativity that is directed at you. It fortifies self confidence and responsibilty, sharpens your senses & encourages a healthy egotism.

        The Pearl symbolizes the best within us. Honesty, Purity, Wisdom and Integrity. They remind us to walk with Dignity. The White pearl is the symbol of Pure Heart and Mind; Innocence and Faith. The Gold and Black pearl represents Prosperity.

        The Clear Quartz gem stone amplifies stores, transforms and focuses energy because clear quartz contains the whole spectrum of colours, it can be used for many different purposes. Known as 'the mirror of the soul' - it radiates that which is in us that is divine. Great in encompassing all that it means to be spiritual and human. The only gemstone that can be programmed to carry a vibration.

        Resembling a rosary, this unique necklace is sure to attract attention from everyone around you. Necklace measures usually about 21 inches and cross measures 1 /34 inches long by 1 1/4 inches wide.

        In the 80's Madonna made the Rosary an overnight sensation, today celebrities such Beyonce, Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, Kim Kardashian, Kanye, P.diddy, David Villa, Maradonna, David Beckham, Wyclef, Chris brown, Flo Rida, Jay Z, Dbanj, D'Prince, Wande Coal, Psquare, Don Jazzy, 9ice to name a few adorn such pieces.

        Kristos is a great gift for yourself or a loved one and makes the perfect addition to any jewelry collection. Get one and express yourself and/or your faith with style...
        KRISTOS; The Most Exclusive Rocking Accessory.

PHOTO SPEAK:LATE ADMIRAL AUGUSTUS AIKHOMU BURIED IN HIS HOME TOWN

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

MTN POWER OF 10 CONCERT- DR SID, NAETO C, 9ICE OTHERS THRILL FANS IN MAKURDI AND ENUGU

D'Prince and Naeto C

9ice performing on stage

Guess who was at the MTN power of 10 concert last weekend?

Naeto C, Ikechukwu, Waconzy, Dr Sid, Chidinma, Mike and 9ice

The team rocked Enugu and Makurdi like never before alongside other acts like FreeWindz, D’Prince, Iyanya and Ras Kimono

The Power of 10 concert would last for 30 days as it moves round ten cities in the country. The music concert starts on September 9th and will end on October 14th 2011 in Lagos. The ten cities include; Lagos, Makurdi, Enugu, Calabar, Port- Harcourt, Ilorin, Abuja, Owerri, Benin and Ibadan.

MTN Power of 10 concert held at the Aminu Isa Kontagora Complex in Makurdi and Nnamdi Azikwe Indoor sports Hall in Enugu.

Fans were treated to jokes by Seyi Law and Julius Agwu.

AYOTOMI ROTIMI, CEO XCLAMATIONS WINS MTN/BRITISH COUNCIL CREATIVE ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR

Omoyemi Akerele, Creative director Lagos Fashion and Design Week

MTN announces Young Creative Entrepreneur for 2011, shortlist models
and designers for Fashion Week

Leading telecommunications company in Nigeria, MTN, in conjunction
with Style House Files and the British Council Nigeria, has announced
the winner of the MTN/British Council Young Creative Entrepreneur for
2011 in the person of Mrs.  Ayotomi Rotimi, Managing Director,
Xclamations, a Lagos-based fashion designing outfit.
 The announcement
came on the heels of a rigorous selection exercise conducted by a high
calibre team of judges under the strictest rules and conditions; and
following a successful audition exercise which took place at the
British Council Offices in the cities of Port Harcourt, Abuja, and
Lagos between 25th of July and 3rd of August 2011.
 Mrs. Ayotomi Rotimi, a banker turned full-time fashion designer is
currently making waves locally and overseas having quickly built the
brand reputation of Xclamations in only a short while. She is
currently on a mission to create a chain of sales outlets both locally
and abroad. Rotimi emerged winner having exhibited a strong character
and scored the highest on all of the attributes candidates were
adjudged on, which are; creativity, business vision and originality.
Her label and her online store are fast becoming popular among the
avid fashion watchers and fashionistas.
Rotimi will in September 2011 travel to the United Kingdom (UK) on a
tour of the UK fashion and design industry on the bill of the British
Council Nigeria. The tour is expected to avail her with the much
needed exposure, connections and links to actualise her dream of
opening sales outlets in fashion capitals like New York, Paris, London
and Milan in addition to making her brand truly global. While in UK
she will also attend the famous London Fashion and Design Week.
While congratulating Rotimi, the General Manager, Consumer Marketing,
MTN Nigeria, Mr. Kola Oyeyemi, said that in addition to announcing the
winner of MTN/British Council Young Creative Entrepreneur for 2011,
MTN and its partners on the project have also made public the names of
the 24 finalists consisting of 12 young models and 12 young designers
who will feature in its high profile fashion and design event, the MTN
Lagos Fashion and Design Week in October.
“Although a total of about 230 young models, 133 young designers and
70 young creative entrepreneurs participated in the audition exercise.
This final list represents the successful candidates who will compete
for the MTN Young Model of the Year Award, and the MTN/British Council
Young Designer of the Year Award, both of which will be decided at the
maiden edition of the MTN Lagos Fashion and Design Week,” said
Oyeyemi.
The shortlisted models include: Sandra Iwuoha, Jummaima Ejiofor,
Genevieve Aken, Lateefat Garuba, Chika McKay, Jill Odeh, Amina Jibrin,
Oyinkansola Ayodele, Kemi Awoyemi, Naomi Oji, Temitayo Adaramoye, and
Oluwatobi Fadeyibi. In the designers category, the 12 successful
candidates include: Akpos Okudu, Beatrice Black, Ibitein Thompson, 13
year-old Onanma Okeke, Binta Shuaibu, Xenia Ejidike, Kate Williams,
Oroma Cookey Gam, Bola Yinka Obebe, Ejiro Amos Tafiri, Bubu Ogisi, and
Morin Alatise.
He congratulated the finalists who soon will commence a short
intensive training course under the auspice of the British Council and
urged them to take their preparations for the show seriously, warning
that the big show will require them to be at the very best of their
games when the time arises. The MTN Lagos Fashion and Design Week will
hold from 26th through 30th of October, 2011, and will feature a
combination of fashion and design-focused activities, talent hunt for
international modelling contracts among other local and international
opportunities. There will also be exhibitions of creative works
ranging from arts, interior designs, photography, and architecture to
technology, among others.
Courtesy of MTN, a brand new Hyundai Car worth N4.5 million and
N1million cash prize will be carted away by the Young Designer of the
year and Young Creative Entrepreneur of the year respectively, while
the Young Model of the year will also get N1million and a chance to
enter for the Beth Model’s Elite Model Look Nigeria 2012.

Face of Sleek 2011 set to hold

This competition is the first of itskind ever to take place in Nigeria. It is a celebration of the total woman…..thetrue Nigerian woman….truly strong….truly feminine. It is one competition withthree winners….With  NO 2^nd place!  


More info after the break ......

The competition consists of thefollowing three categories of winners:

·     FACE OF SLEEK: Applauding authentic Nigerianbeauty, good mannered, well spoken, eloquence and poise. Whilst we honor all wewill single one out. She will be the Sleek Ambassador. Her prizes will includea brand new car and a Sponsored trip to the UK for the London Fashion Week. Shewill be styled for the year with Sleek and Sleek Studio products. Quite franklyshe will get the exposure of a life time.

·       SLEEK STUDIO WOMAN: Applauding the working woman, itis open to any woman who works in the corporate world or runs her own business.It is the ultimate tribute to the woman’s all important roles at work and athome. Kudos to every woman who works and run a home as well. Whilst we honorall we will single one out (with the most remarkable story for balancing workand home) she will represent all the remarkable women out there. Her prizesinclude an exotic holiday for two to Seychelles as well as Sleek, Style Starand Sleek Studio products for one year.

·        STYLE STAR: Applauding the young academic.Sleek is looking for a student whose academic style shines like a star. Someonewho excels in the Sciences or in the Arts. She will represent all those outthere who burn the midnight lamp to ace their exams. We are honoring those whoknow that passing exams is still about what you have in your brains. Kudos toall those who pass exams based on merit. Whilst we honor all, one will beselected (with the most outstanding academic record based on mentalcapabilities). Sleek will give her a full scholarship in any NigerianUniversity, an internship in the top organization for her chosen field andstyle her for one year with Sleek, Style Star and Sleek Studio products.

HOW TO REGISTER:

To participate all you need to do isto spend N5, 000 buying a Sleek Makeover Voucher and you get a registrationform for free!!! The Sleek Makeover Voucher entitles you to a professionalmakeover at any Sleek Studio Nationwide (Bridal, Daytime, Nighttime orRunway…your choice).
Sleek Makeover Vouchers can be bought at any Sleek Studio Nationwide or call 08029429215 and once payment is made atSleek Studio Zenith bank account number 1012704946, you will be registered online.
Visit www.sleeknigeria.com for full listing of SleekStudios. Contestants are to follow instructions and register on SleekFacebook and Twitter groups.