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Halima Abubakar seems to be working her way to the hearts of Nollywood fans. Gistmaster gathered that she is working through various platforms to project her for the big movie, modeling, brand and social market. Just recently, the story broke that the actress just finished a 20 Million Naira home. Are you surprised? Some guys would do anything just to be at the feet of these nolywood stars. Not too long ago, Ebube Nwangbo another actress got a big dash. Someone gave her an Hummer Jeep. Click here to read more and see Halima’s photo shoot -steady rise to stardom

When she started out over a decade ago in the make believe world, nobody gave her a chance then, apart from the fact that some people see her as too young to have an impact, others hanged religious sentiments on her neck calling her a rebel.Others believe she can not make it in Lagos where Nollywood is booming because she lived all her life in the beautiful city of Kano. Undaunted, Halima Abubakar forged ahead with minor roles and moved on to bigger roles. Today, the face of this kogi state born beauty adorns the jackets of countless movies. Thanks to hard work and tenacity. When she was just about reaping the fruits of her hard earned labor, wicked arsonists sent her business, concerns in kano on fire. This incident instead of throwing her off balance only strengthened her and in a way likened to the biblical Job, God gave her a beautiful house in Lagos to cover for her loss. This is just one of the luxuries of life this philanthropist who do not like bragging about her achievements i

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Plc has released its financials for the year ended December 2010 declaring profit after taxation of N7.9 billion and a proposed dividend of 35kobo to the shareholders. The N7.9 billion profit after taxation declared by the bank represents 837 per cent growth in post-tax earnings on an annualised basis compared to the N564 million for the 8-months ended December 2009, following the 2009 change in financial year-end. The Group audited result for the financial year also showed that while profit after taxation grew by 837 percent, Gross earnings for the Group was N63 billion, a 17 per cent annualised growth over the period ended December 2009. A statement by the bank also showed that Risk assets grew by 38 percent from N240 billion as at December 2009, to N330 billion as at December 2010. Net interest margin however, narrowed during the year. This, the bank said was due to the low interest rate environment and the focus on high quality credit, resulting in a

Big brother Nigeria winner, Katung Aduwak is ready to give showbiz another try after what many considered a 'sabbatical leave' from social life.Katung who won $100,000 (USD) after the reality show is now into film and music video production. He shot the popular Ice Prince superstar video. In a recent interview monitored by GISTMASTER.COM , Katung said he invested the $100,000 prize money he won into farming through his parents in Kaduna and Abuja. He also used part of the money to pay his school fees at the New York Film Academy. The rest of the money, Katung said he invested into Chocolate City, a record label. Contrary to speculations in town that the he was hired by Chocolate City, Katung said he is a part owner and not an employee. He disclosed that other co-owners are Paul Okeugo, Yahaya Maikori and Audu Maikori. Chocolate City handles the likes of MI, Ice Prince and others. If you think Katung's dream stops at the shooting music videos only, then you are

Aimed at girls from 14 to 18 years old, who make up most of his fans, the teen pop star Justin Bieber has joined the league of perfumistas by  launching his first fragrance named Someday. " The fragrance as a delicious fruity–gourmand, appropriate for the age of its expected audience. The ultra–girly bottle comes with its stopper shaped as a flower of layered hearts and removable charms hanging from its neck.Justin Bieber Someday will be available from June as Eau de Parfum in bottles of 30, 50 and 100 ml, with side-cosmetic products such as scented hair mist and body lotion

THE FAN BAG….  With bright solids making up much of the season’s clothing trends, there’s never been a better time to experiment with accessories – everything from oversized jewelry to embellished shoes looks great against a background of solid color, but obviously, our favorite choice for an off-kilter spring accessory is a complimentary handmade bag that speaks volumes of your style and keep you on top of your trend setting list . This season, Diva Delicious has got the exact trend to launch your confidence to a sky high mode. Their  range of shapes and colors come in chic "Handy" designs , and is guaranteed to keep heads looking your way. We call it the" little bag dress" of  purse culture.  Need we say more? See for yourself. ABOUT DIVA DELICIOUS Diva Delicious is a fashion brand that currently deals with accessories with raw materials made in Ghana and a touch of glam. Diva because everything in the Accessories line is top quality and loud (in a good way) a

Yes believe it or not, Veteran actor, Olu Jacobs is now the new face of Mudi. Mudi, an A-list fashion house bias to men's fashion here in Nigeria and across other African countries like - Ghana, South Africa,Kenya and Senegal, is well known for their distinction in style, clean lines , out-of-the-box designs and cosmo-trad signature. Mudi has over time prided its brand by endorsing its new lines with the faces of popular celebrities. Some of which were - Ramsey Noah, John Fashanu, Basorge , Desmond Elliot,Frank Edohor etc . Well it is now the turn of Olu Jacobs,as he gets into character for his new role as a model. http://www.mudionline.com/pageLoader.php?page=home