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   In a co-organization between FIL – International Fair of Luanda - and the Angolan Ministry of Mining, Geology and Industry, over 130 exhibitors in fashion, apparel, costume, jewellery, accessories and beauty will gather for the biggest fashion and beauty expo on the continent.   “Angola is one of the fastest growing economies in Africa, as such it is the perfect locale to celebrate fashion on the continent. My vision is to make Angola the go to destination for Fashion from Africa. After the success of the first edition, I am encouraged to realise this dream,” says Mr Matos Cardoso, the President of the Board of FIL Angola, and the man behind Fashion Business Angola.   World-renowned Portuguese design duo Alves Gonçalves join this year’s line-up, which boasts 7 designers from South Africa, including heavy weights such as Klûk CGDT and David Tlale who both boast accolades such as Designer of the Year, respectively.   Two designers from North Af...

 These days, many Nigerian celebrities know and feel the urgent inevitable need to draw and stay closer to God as there have been many mishaps in recent times, from Dagrin and mc Loph to frank edoho and one of Nigeria’s multi award winning veteran television presenters; Deji who currently has reasons to thank God again as he has barely escaped a deadly assault on his life by the skin of his teeth from what we gathered to be a crazy ex-girlfriend, a plan that will make Satan applaud with a standing ovation and throw an award ceremony with one nominee and one winner. Some say he must have prayerful friends and family and here is why.    In the past one year, Deji has survived 2 near fatal bike accidents where he lost 2 of his 4 high speed power bikes and came out relatively unharmed after a few days in hospital and was again almost robbed on his way from shows at victoria island more than once by armed gun men during 2010 Christmas season along apongbon under br...

Sunil Bharti Mittal, the billionaire owner of Airtel  Many would remember that over the past few months, there have remained several disagreements between staff of Airtel, Nigeria and the company’s management over several issues; issues which have led two 2 strike actions within the past 5 months. It should be noted that before now, Airtel’s Call Centre had been run by the subcontracted Nigerian firms: CCSNL, HR Index and Bezaleel.  Barely three months after the Indians took over from ZAIN, they introduced their own Subcontracting firms: Tech Mahindra and Spanco BPO to ultimately take over from the Nigerians that have until now run the Abuja and Lagos call centre and the shops as well. Fast forward: June, 2011. The Indians decided to make some organizational ‘adjustments’. Adjustments that led to the first strike action by the Abuja Call Centre agents. It was decided by the Company’s management that all staff who had gone on leave would be unpaid for those days not worked ...

Obiora Obiwon, a music star and composer is our pick for the week.The university of Nigeia graduate recently got married to Ngozi Ezeife, his long time girlfriend.  They look very happy together. We congratulate them. And to those top stars who keep 'sampling' all naija babes and lying to the media that they have not seen the right woman, well...  In a related development, Gistmaster gathered that top Lagos socialite and Chairman of Atlantic Autos, Chief Charles Ahinze who got married recently to Maureen a former beauty queen (She was Miss Malaika) is already rocking his honeymoon with every line of enjoyment. The couple choose Dubai and UK as their honeymoon destination point.  -By Niyi Tabiti

  Unlike some parts of Europe and United States where same sex marriage is legally permitted between homosexuals and lesbians, the Nigerian Government has condemned it, saying that the practice is immoral and ungodly. Gistmaster gathered from the bill passed today by the Nigeria Senate (upper house of parliament), anyone who contract same marriage would be arrested and charged to court. The punishment attracts jail term. Anyone seen to have also encouraged such marriage would also be punished jailed but with an option of N50,000 as fine.  President Goodluck Jonathan will have to sign the bill before it can finally become law. Those in the know strongly believe that Nigerian president will not think twice before signing it into law.

  Award winning producer and leader of Mo'hits records, Don Jazzy has denied recent insinuations that Dbanj was arrested in New York for smuggling substance suspected to be Cocaine. Don Jazzy tweeted about it some days ago, laughing at the report which he tagged baseless and unfounded.  He disclosed that Dbanj was never in New York at the time the incident reportedly happened.Rather D'banj was on his way from Ghana to Lagos, so how come Dbanj was arrested, could it have been that he needed a transit visa from New York before he can come from Accra to Lagos? he queried.   Gistmaster gathered that ever since the story of Dbanj's arrested hit town, he has not been happy at all. Ofcourse, he is thinking towards the direction of detractors  who are jealous of his success in the industry.   D'banj, real name Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo has become one of Nigeria's highest earning music stars. He released his debut album No Long Thing in 2005 and ever since then, he pro...

 Dele Olojede the publisher of 234Next Newspaper has finally stopped the print edition of the newspaper.Olojede told Associated Press recently that a number of factors 'collided' together in making it difficult for the newspaper company to continue printing. However, he assured that the newspaper will continue with its online editions.  In Nigeria, politicians and their friends are seen as the biggest spenders in advertising, something 234next never subscribed to. The advertising fortune of the company dwindled thereby forcing many of the staff to resign when they could not be paid salaries.

 Atewo a.k.a Peeshaun, who happens to be the younger of the musical group-Skuki was in an intense relationship with stunning female artist Modupe Oreoluwa a.k.a Mo'cheddah from early 2010 up until early 2011. They hooked up and got close when Skuki was having a series of recording sessions in the Knighthouse studios and at the same time Mo'cheddah was rounding up on her Franchise Celebrity album. Many times Peeshaun would stay behind to support and watch his talented girlfriend as she recorded during late night sessions. The relationship enjoyed the support and well-wishes of close friends and relatives. Mo'cheddah's elder sister - LOLA, was particularly fond and encouraging of the couple. Everything was well concealed from the public and press; Mo'cheddah and Peeshaun made it a point of call not to stay too long around each other at events just to avoid attention. All was smooth sailing for the young couple and getting more serious by the day up until late 2010...

  It’s the countdown to 12 November 2011 - the date when the party phenomenon that has been sweeping the globe will truly change the nightlife landscape forever.  On this night party goers here in Nigeria will paint the town red with thousands of other fun lovers around the world in a wave of specially created original and unforgettable experiences that will kick off in 50 countries around the globe including Brazil, the USA, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Vietnam, Thailand and Australia - all hosted by Smirnoff Vodka, the world’s most popular spirit brand. Those lucky enough to be at any of the events can expect to be thrilled and amazed by a once-in-a-lifetime evening that will include extraordinary and spectacular entertainment, the most incredible music from the world’s most popular DJs, the chance to enjoy amazing Smirnoff cocktails mixed by the best barmen in the world and a special collaboration with Madonna. The experience will come to life in Lagos in a s...

 Rotimi Onadipe,a Nigerian businessman is very bitter that the western union transaction he went to do at Skye Bank about two years ago is still the source of his problem till today. Onadipe who is already seeking every legal means to get his money back disclosed that he went to collect $3,300 dollars at one of the Skye Bank branches in Ibadan, Oyo State.   gistmaster.com gathered that after concluding all the necessary formalities,he was told told that the money had already been withdrawn 10 minutes after he released his secret number.  After investigation, two female staff of the bank were arrested and arraigned before magistrate court in Ibadan.They discharged in circumstances Onadipe as controversial.The magistrate also ordered a re-investigation into the matter. Two years later, Onadipe is still fighting hard to get his money.Already he had petitioned the Nigeria Bar Association and the Chief Judge of Oyo State so that they can investigate the magistrate who gave...

Koffi Annan, a former United Nations Secretary General is planning big for the wedding of his 42 year old daughter, Ama to Adepoju Adedeji, son of erudite scholar, Professor Adebayo Adedeji. The gist is spreading like hot cake in town and those who know sweet weddings could be will gladly have been planning towards it. Gistmaster gathered that Poju had three kids from his first marriage before he found love again in Ama,sister to one of Lagos social commanders, Kojo Annan. Ama, according to details available to gistmaster is a financial analyst and a graduate of the London School of Economics and New York institute of Finance.Ama is the managing director of Mid Ocean Shipping company. Her mum, Titi Alakija, a Nigerian was married to the Ghanaian born diplomat, Koffi Annan before they went their separate ways many years ago. Details of Ama and Poju Adedeji's wedding ceremony show that  activities would start on Thursday 29 September and it would end on Saturday 1 October 2011. ...

 Senate President, Mr. David Mark just lost his official driver and a security aide in a fatal accident that took place last weekend. Mark, himself escaped being killed as he was not in convoy of cars at the time of the accident. Gistmaster gathered that the senate president's driver had left with others but was sent back by the aide de camp to Mark to pick a luggage which they forgot.  On his way back, he was said to be speeding so that he can meet up with other  cars in the convoy when he suddenly had an head on collision with a trailer that was loaded with cement. The unfortunate incident happened at the Burnt brick junction near Otukpo, Benue State yesterday morning.Mark is still mourning his late driver and police inspector as condolence messages have been coming from far and near. Nigerian top political office holders who have lost aides or people in their convoy in the past include Adam Oshiomole, the governor of Edo State,Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State, former ...

Actress  Uche Ogbodo is battling for suvival at the moment in Nollywood, Africa's leading movie industry.    Gistmaster gathered that the actress is being investigated by Actors Guild in Nigeria (AGN),Films and Video Marketers Association of Nigeria and if found guilty, she would be banned from acting for at least a year. AMACO Investment Limited alleged that the actress collected appearance fee but she has delaying her part by using flimsy excuses to leave location.  AMACO is now asking for 2 million Naira as compensation from Uche through the various guilds.   On her part, Uche said she was beaten by a poducer while on set.  Segun Arinze, the AGN  president confirmed the Uche Ogbodo saga but said everything is still under investigation.   Uche studied Mass Communication at the Enugu State University. -Niyi Tabiti

Donald Nzubechukwu Okoli, a notable producer in Nollywood, Africa's fastest growing movie industry is dead. Gistmaster gathered that the ace producer died in his sleep on Friday 23 September 2011. Details of his biography could not be immediately gathered but We learnt that the films he produced while alive include Power of love,Moment of Truth, behind plot and several others.  The President of Actors Guild of Nigeria, Mr. Segun Arinze, who confirmed his death also prayed for God to provide the family and friends the fortitude to bear the loss. -Niyi Tabiti

So today, there i was, going about my normal activities when my phone rings. I was called by SMIRNOFF. Funny, I thought the Miami party was the last party but hey, its cool. I was invited to an exclusive party that is meant to hold on September 23 rd .   I’m not lying when I say I’m fascinated to find out more about this event. We all know Smirnoff does great parties and that whatever they do, they do it big, and so I think this event will be newsworthy. I was at the last party they threw when they brought Miami to Nigeria. It was really something else – incredible energy, amazing entertainment, really, really cool – so I don’t have to tell you that I am looking forward to what they have planned next. The location of the launch party is putting all kinds of thoughts in my head. The invite says Smirnoff Circruise, so I know it’s on a boat. Are they going to be sailing us to some cool location to sample the nightlife there?   Cant say f...

Devlin Hainsworth MD Guinness Nigeria welcoming former captain of Manchester United Roy Keane to Lagos. Devlin Hainsworth MD Guinness Nigeria welcoming former Chelsea FC captain Marcel Desailly to Lagos. Compere Charles Anazodo Marcel Desailly and Roy Keane taking question from GVIP members during the AEW Former Man U Captain  Roy Keane, former Chelsea Captain Marcel Desailly, Devlin Hainsworth MD Guinness Nig and Adenike Adebola Marketing Manager Guinness Members of GUINNESS VIP™, Africa’s largest mobile social network by over a million users were treated to an exclusive, once in a lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with football icons- former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland Captain, Roy Keane and former Chelsea and French International, Marcel Desailly physically and on the mobile pl...