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"Fashionic".... That's a new one, but with fashion , i guess that is quite pardonable, as this best describes the high level degree fashion wave that rented the air at the recent opening of THE ICONIC HOUSE OF MAKEDA . With a new style of bringing sexy back from the 60s and 70s, fashion foward ladies tropped in to have their wardrobes updated with this "time" inspired collection. The Hous of Makeda is situated at 7 manuwa street off awolowo road, ikoyi - lagos

This year's edition of the annual City People magazine award was loaded with so much fun, though some believe that previous editions had been more fantastic. Well we bring you photos from the event and promise to load more. click on City People 2010 to photos now!!!  Hey, we must not forget to inform you that the annual Kano Polo tournament is always gathering momentum. Popularly known as the game of the rich in Nigeria, top players are already planning big. Mohammed Babangida and others would be hitting the place in top form. You can click on Mohammed Babangida and others plans big for Kano Polo Tournament 2010 to read more

Daughters of Madam Augustina Nwoko took time to celebrate their lovely mother who clocked 70 in Ikoyi,Lagos recently. here is the link to see more photos http://niyitabiti.net/2010/03/birthday-party-for-madam-nwoko/ Billionaires,politicians and movers and shakers of the society would converge soon as Otunba Mike Adenuga gives out his lovely daughter, Bella to Jameel Disu soon. Here is the click  http://www.gistmaster.com/gist170.aspx You can also click on  http://niyitabiti.net/2010/03/the-adenugas-prepare-for-mother-of-all-weddings/

Finally, the FAB magazine would be hitting the bubbling street of Lagos come next week Monday-29th March 2010. The covers of the 1st issue of FAB Magazine parades two music maestros- Eldee and Nneka . The all color magazine has 164 print pages of UN-adulterated Fashion & Lifestyle scoops. And guess what 5 of MORSI clients namely - ADU,SIXTH SENSE, TARA, OUCH& ZEBRA All have their adverts in it(so now you know their addresses and phone numbers....lol) This edition is not only Fresh, it is FAB-tastic FAB-ulous & most of all... FAB Available for purchase online next week. www.fabmagazineonline.com

The Get that look event which took place @ BMPRO's ikoyi outlet , had quite a number of "looking good" lovers troop in to have their dream makeovers. Below are some rather interesting beauty transformations, and theose that made the 3 days event tick.

Finally the Tara HIP range is here. Top celebrities were ther to indulge in the Glam of the HIP range.It was all Glam Glam Glam all the way ....you can tell from the smiles....celebrity style. What do you think?

Teniade Olafisoye, jazz singer, and artistic director behind the House of Makeda, would be opening her flagship store this weekend. A truly unique, afrocentric and iconic brand, the story of Makeda is quite biblical. Makeda , was the Queen of Sheba who journeyed to Solomon's kingdom in search of knowledge and wisdom. Her un- assuming fashion style and delicately outlined silhouette, stood her out at every royal court sitting. To this end, Teni would be bringing Sexy back from the past with the theme - "Queen of Sheba, baby" in the grand opening of the –Iconic House. There would be an unveiling of beautifully chic and timeless 9 piece collection of black dresses. The African lifestyle house would be opening on Saturday 20- Sunday 21 March 1-6pm each day Venue- no. 7 Manuwa st, off Keffi st, S.W Ikoyi. RSVP-07056289509/08057511922 ADMISSION IS FREE !!!! COME JOIN US FOR 2 DAYS OF FASHION, AFRO JAZZ MUSIC , COCKTAILS & CANAPES

By Niyi Tabiti/ gistmaster.com Nokia is unveiling a new series of high tech mobile entertainment solution, which promises to excite millions of people around the world. gistmaster gathered its going to influence a new trend of style with mobile users around the world.The Nigerian market is not left out. According to information at our disposal, NOKIA would be having a 'PLAY' on Thursday 24 March 2010 in Nigeria. GO PLAY is an entertainment event that is being rolled out in all the countries where NOKIA operates. It is part of awareness on NOKIA solutions and services centered around entertainment that are available on the Ovi Store .  To showcase this upgraded lifestyle Nokia entertainment solutions and services, NOKIA is releasing  phones such X6,X3 and 5330 with DSTV steaming capabilities and affordability.  The NOKIA X6, according to the website "is a powerful entertainment device that is capable of playing 35 hours of music non stop with 32GB of on-board memory and

   This is good news to all those who like to dress well in Port Harcourt popularly known as the garden city in Nigeria.On Saturday the 20th March 2010, Phenomenon, an upscale unisex boutique will be opening a store in the garden city of Port Harcourt at the Genesis centre, the newest modern mall.   www.gistmaster.com gathered that the venue is 1st Floor Genesis Centre, 52, Tombia Street, G.R.A Phase 1 Port- Harcourt,Rivers State.Time: 2 – 8PM and RSVP: 08023288648. PHENOMENON is one of Lagos best upscale and fashion forward unisex boutique and has been in existence since 1999, with its flagship store located on Awolowo road in Ikoyi and another at the Palms shopping mall in Lekki. The store is well known for the unique and exclusive designer fashion brand it carries, matching any other boutique in Europe which is recognised for their high sense of fashion and style. Phenomenon stocks a wide range of designer brands such as Christian Louboutin, Alexander McQueen, Giuseppe Zanotti, S

Lagos, 12 March 2010: MTV today reinforced its commitment to the African music industry at a dazzling birthday party celebrating the fifth anniversary of pan-African music channel MTV base (DStv Channel 322, STV, AIT and Daarsat).  Held at Tribeca, Lagos, “MTV 5 on It”, sponsored by LG Mobile, marked 5 years since the launch of music channel MTV base, and parent company MTV Networks Africa. Lining up to salute MTV at the luxurious, chocolate-themed event were the stars of the contemporary Nigerian entertainment scene, while MTV VJ Cynthia “C-Von” Okpala was MC, keeping the proceedings rolling along as more than 800 VIP guests partied the night away. Highlights of the evening included explosive live performances from Omawumi, eLDee, BankyW, Naeto C and M.I. plus rousing DJ sets from DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Humility and DJ Fidgit.   The evening also featured a presentation from Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, MTV Networks Africa which tracked MTV’s remarkable journe

AMAA 2010 NOMINATION LIST BEST DOCUMENTARY Wanba Ngoma (Tanzania) Peace Wanted Alive (Kenya) Bariga Boys(Nigeria) En quette d’identite (Burkina Faso) Innovating for Africa (Nigeria) BEST SHORT FILM Mahala – (Mozambique) The Abbys Boys –(South Africa) The Painter – (Uganda) Suara La – (Nigeria) The Camera (Nigeria) BEST ANIMATION Hanayns Shoe (Egypt) Adventure of Alayo (Nigeria) Zoodo – (Burkina Faso) Lyrics – (Algeria) One Step of Love (Algeria) BEST FILM BY AN AFRICAN FILMMAKER IN DIASPORA Soul Diaspora Okra Principle China Wahala Crunch BEST FILM IN AFRICAN LANGUAGE Omo Iya Kan – (Nigeria) Aldeweden – (Ethiopia) Togetherness Supreme – (Kenya) Imani – (Uganda) Game of my life – (South Africa) HEART OF AFRICA AWARD FOR BEST FILM FROM NIGERIA Nnenda by Izu Ojukwu Freedom in Chain by Bond Emeruwa and Fred Amata The Child by Izu Ojukwu Figurine by Kunle Afolayan High Blood Pressure by Teco Benson AMAA ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND The Tenant Seas

Teniade Olafisoye, jazz singer, and artistic director behind the House of Makeda, would be opening her flagship store this weekend. A truly unique, afrocentric and iconic brand, the story of Makeda is quite biblical. Makeda , was the Queen of Sheba who journeyed to Solomon's kingdom in search of knowledge and wisdom. Her un- assuming fashion style and delicately outlined silhouette, stood her out at every royal court sitting. To this end, Teni would be bringing Sexy back from the past with the theme - "Queen of Sheba, baby" in the grand opening of the –Iconic House. There would be an unveiling of beautifully chic and timeless 9 piece collection of black dresses. The African lifestyle house would be opening on Saturday 20- Sunday 21 March 1-6pm at no. 7 Manuwa st, off Keffi st, S.W Ikoyi. RSVP-07056289509/08057511922 ADMISSION IS FREE !!!! COME JOIN US FOR 2 DAYS OF FASHION, AFRO JAZZ MUSIC , COCKTAILS & CANAPES DATE- Saturday, March 20, 2010 Time: 1:00pm - 6:00p

On Saturday the 20th of March 2010, Phenomenon, an upscale unisex boutique will be opening a store in the garden city of Port Harcourt at the Genesis centre, the newest modern mall. PHENOMENON is one of Lagos best upscale and fashion forward unisex boutique and has been in existence since 1999, with its flagship store located on Awolowo road in Ikoyi and another at the Palms shopping mall in Lekki. Well known for their unique and exclusive designer stock in fashion brands, PHENOMENON easily matches any other boutique in Europe , as it is recognised for its high sense of fashion and style brands. Phenomenon since it opened its doors to discerning men of style, stocks a wide range of A list designer brands such as Christian Louboutin, Alexander McQueen, Giuseppe Zanotti, Sergio Rossi, Viktor ‘N’ Rolf, Louis Vuitton, Paul smith, Billionaire by Angelo Galasso and many more. Come Saturday the 20th of March @ the garden city of Port Harcourt, PHENOMENON would be @ the Genesis Centre playing

By Niyi Tabiti News Editor/gistmaster.com   It was pomp and ceremony all the way for Folake Anke Eletu-Odibo as she marks her 40th birthday in Lagos, Nigeria. The ceremony, which brought allot of women of class and high fashionable standard took place at Martinos Hall, Alausa on Saturday 13 March 2010.Many of Folake's friends came from different parts of the world to be part of the occasion. Remarkably, most of the female guests show off their master beads and expensive jeweleries.Actress cum model , Bukky Wright was the RSVP and she performed her role well.   The celebrant was ably supported by Femi he husband, who is a prince from the royal lineage of Lagos.Folake, who changed into different expensive clothes like 4 times was chauffeur driven to the event in a glittering Limousine.Of course, the real spelling of ceremony in Lagos is "Cere-money"! because when its done, they go a long way to spend money as if its going out of fashion.  Bonsue Fuji musi

By Niyi Tabiti/News Editor Nigerian born billionaire commodity merchant, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has retained a place on the list of the world richest men alive, according to a Forbes World Richest Billionaires released on Wednesday 10 March 2010. Dangote, who hails from the northern part of the country has been in business for many years with interest in almost all sectors of the economy, including politics where he is known to be one of the financial backers of the ruling party, Peoples Democratic Party.Dangote's netwoth was put at $2.1 billion  This would be the third time that the 52 year old Chairman of Dangote group of companies would be making the list.He was listed as the 463 in the world. Another Nigerian, Mr, Femi Otedola, whose name was mentioned on the World's richest billionaires list of Forbes in 2009 was conspicuously missing from this year's list.Otedola, a former best friend and business partner of Mr. Dangote, owns Zenon Oil and Gas amogst other businesse

By Niyi Tabiti/News Editor International entertainment company,MTV Base Nigeria has signified its intention to 'drive' all of us into the world of 'maximum enjoyment' on Friday 12 March 2010.It would be a day marking the 5th year anniversary of MTV Base operations in Nigeria.According to a statement forwarded to http://www.gistmaster.com/ ,Alex Okosi the Chief Executive of the company in the country would be on hand to welcome invited guests to Tribeca on Ademokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island, venue of the event. Also expected are top Nigerian entertainment business executives,musicians, producers and media executives. We promise to bring you fuller gist on the event later!

TRUELOVE West Africa held a most remarkable special valentine dinner-dance workshop for her readers on the 20th of February 2010 at the banquet hall, Eko hotel and suites, Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. It was the first time TRUE LOVE would have her male readers participating in a workshop and they were in for a treat. The evening began with TRUE LOVE revealing its corporate social responsibility as Mrs. Alaba Fadairo, the representative of the Commisoner of Women’s Affairs and Poverty Alleviation cut the special ribbon that would signify the launch of the magazine’s cause. The C.S.R that was launched by TRUE LOVE is the fight against Domestic Violence in collaboration with the Lagos state ministry for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. The honourable commissioner Mrs. Ajoke Orelope-Adefulire ably represented by Mrs. Alaba Fadairo spoke on their commitment to fighting the scar of domestic violence in partnership with TRUE LOVE. The hall was bedecked with

By Niyi Tabiti News Editor      One of the fondest experience one could ever had is watching the energy and creativity young Africans display at the Malta Guinness Street Dance competition.Since Malta Guinness announced the schedule of of screening for the 2010 edition of the MALTA GUINNESS AFRICA STREET DANCE 3 , the buzz in town is that its going to be 3 much!!!   The stage is now set for the regional screenings where two crews would be selected from four different regions of the country (Lagos, Benin, Enugu and Abuja) in March. The eight dance crews, made up of six males or females or a blend of males and females would then move into a boot camp where they would spend couple of weeks together, during when, eviction would take place. After the eviction exercise, the remaining crews would then go on to battle it out for the crown of the Malta Guinness Street Dance national championship for 2010. The eight top crews that impress industry judges in closed auditions will be chosen to ta

HAIR SOLUTIONS is relocating this month of March. Their new hair studio, will now be on No. 9 Sule Abuka street The street right beside GTBank)Opebi. The reason for their movement we gather, is not to open another branch , but rather to reach out to more clients and cater better for them,as their last outlet on 41 Opebi(opposite Adebola house)which proved quite challenging for them, hence restricting their service delivery. This new place has a more spacious parking lot.

No the headline is not a typo, and No we are not mistaken. Its been a while since Zizi- ace fashion designer, has been in the news. Well this time around it is not on account of her mini skirts but on account of her brand new flagship store along No. 35 Raymond Njoku ikoyi-Lagos. The new store affords all the luxury of a modern day fashion outlet. their display glass has the mannequins dramatically lined up, flaunting the sexy , edgy style of Zizi. If you doubt this, visit them, and them come back to post a comment , Deal????

Yes o!!!!! our very own UCHE EKE aka Bella Naija was on Oprah recently and it was awesome.Amidst all the crisis and the negative image (especially as the same Oprah herself made this clear in one of her seasons), Uche contributed brilliantly to the show’s theme which was- “Beauty Around the World”. The topic presentation, also touched on issues of body image and many other things bordering around how beauty went along with brains in Nigeria en,Ankara, aso-ebi, the shift in body image, healthy eating, current beauty trends (Brazilian hair, Indian hair etc..) Although, Oprah's main question was about women’s body image in Nigeria, and trust Bella - sorry Uche to represent!!!! You go girl. From Us All here at Morsi , we say Cheers and a Big congratulations for being the 'It Girl' of the moment . Go Bella!! Go Bella Go Uche!!!!!!!!! for the full gist , click on the link below>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> http://www.bellanaija.com/2010/03/03/a-d

The search has begun to find the next Elite Supermodel... Elite model Management is organizing a nationwide search in Nigeria.It is an essential platform of scouting for Elite's 37 worldwide agencies. The elite model look competition gives the agencies' managers the opportunity to evaluate their contestants and give them a chance to launch successful careers as professional models. The auditions will be held on Saturday July 10th 2010 @ rehab pool lounge 288b Ajose Adeogun street Victoria Island Lagos. The finalists will be chosen from the open auditions by Elite representatives from PARIS. Throughout the years, the Elite Model Look contest has offered many young girls a chance to start a career of international model at the highest level. From the 60 finalists, 16 are chosen by the jury to participate at the elite model look Nigeria finale. Selected contestants will be accommodated in September for a week of intensive grooming. This training will cover all the professional a

HAIR DIVA now has a new branch in Ikeja, the new branch is located at SHOP 27 POWA SHOPPING COMPLEX OPPOSITE MKO ABIOLA GARDEN ESTATE, is now the main Hair studio.The former head office on-12E ADMIRALTY WAY LEKKI PHASE 1, BELOW COLLECTIBLES, Is no longer a salon the lekki outlet is now a HAIR SHOP / BOUTIQUE where they have an array of gorgeous shoes and bags, zoo york caps and more. Hair Diva,is and has been know for their rich range in variant Human Hair types from the Indian Human which comes in straight wavy to curly from every length of your choice TELL: 08136693362 OR 01-7379280.

BMPRO IS HAVING AN EVENT TITLED ''GET THE LOOK''. HERE IS HOW ITS GOING TO WORK , -BRING A PHOTO OF HOW YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE YOUR MAKEUP DONE AND OUR MAKEUP ARTISTS WILL RECREATE IT FOR YOU. -THE MORE INTERESTING THE MAKEUP THE BETTER. GO PRETTY , GO OUTRAGEOUS!!!! -ACE PHOTOGRAPHER ADE PLUMPTRE WILL BE IN THERE TO CAPTURE PORTRAIT PHOTOS OF THE FINISHED LOOK. THEY ARE ALSO HAVING OUT FIRST EVER MEGA SALE WITH ITEMS DISCOUNTED AS LOW AS 70%, THIS WOULD BE GEARED AT ENABLING EVERYONE EXPERIENCE BMPRO MAKEUP. ALL THESE WOULD BE DONE IN A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE WITH THE GRAND FINALE ON SUNDAY THE 14TH WITH MUSIC , FASHION AND LIGHT COCKTAILS... LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!!! COS THE MORSI TEAM WOULD BE THERE!!!!