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By SaharaReporters, New York Embattled business mogul and chairman of Air Nigeria, Mr. Jimoh Ibrahim, was today quizzed for six hours by the Nigeria Police in Abuja. Mr. Jimoh was wanted in relation to a petition written by Air Nigeria's former Executive Director (Finance), Mr. John Nnorom, which contains many allegations about Mr. Ibrahim's business practices, as well as threats to his life. Mr. Nnorom, who resigned his appointment from Air Nigeria early in April, has become a whistleblower on the inside workings of the airline that endanger the safety of its travelers.  Upon the allegation that Mr. Ibrahim has hired assassins to silence him, the Inspector General of police is reported to be considering giving Mr. Nnorom protection. Earlier in the week, it was also learnt that the EFCC interrogated the NICON Insurance Managing Director Emmanuel Jegede for as many as 12 hours as part of an investigation into pension fund fraud. Sources say that EFCC investig...

On June 28, 2007, Nokia was the top selling mobile-phone company in the world, people stopped working when they left their computers, Android phones didn't exist, and high-powered executives were addicted to thumbing on their BlackBerrys. The next day, Apple's first iPhone went on sale. At $600, it was a luxury item at first. But five years later, the phone's dramatic impact can be seen in our daily lives, schools, factories and boardrooms. To date, more than 217 million iPhones have been sold, and they're being used by construction workers to read blueprints, doctors to diagnose patients, governments to improve services and parents to quiet their kids in restaurants. To ring in its 5th birthday, here are five ways the iPhone has made a mark on the world. A new way of interacting with computers In 2007, we were a nation of skilled texters, banging out OMG-filled coded messages at lightning speeds on numerical keypads and physical keyboards. The iPhone was lacking either...

Gentle,romantic and dramatic BBA star game couples,Goldie and Prezzo stunned many viewers this week as they parted ways. Goldie who obviously saved Prezzo the humiliation of eviction on Sunday by putting Keita's name forward, has been trying to press up her mood as a delightful person with other housemates since she 'seperated' from Prezzo. Unlike before when all she wanted was to be on the bed whispering to Prezzo about this and that,she now find time to play with other housemates.After all,Prezzo no longer want to have anything to do with her. Obviously,Prezzo's eyes in on somebody else in the house right now.Could it be Junia? Prezzo shows he is not going to press Goldie further over the relationship,insisting that he would rather not eat her food. Let's wait and see what happens next as the drama unfolds in the BBA stargame show. -By Niyi Tabiti Reporting for gistmaster.com Sent from my BlackBerry® Smartphone, from Etisalat. Enjoy high speed ...

David Erhabor, husband  of a former commissioner in Edo State, Florence Igbinigie-Erhabor, on Wednesday, told a Benin High Court, that his wife of 15 years once came home without putting on pant. He said, “There was a day she came back home drunk and without a pant on her. She was in the habit of keeping late nights.” David while testifying in a divorce suit, No HAB/16D/2011, instituted by his wife, a former Commissioner for Women Affairs, under Chief Lucky Igbinedion, told the court he did not envisage a broken home in his life. The respondent said trouble started after his wife was appointed commissioner, after which he said she began keeping late nights.  David, an ex-Senior Adviser to former Governor

Kano  (AFP) – Gun battles after suspected Islamists attacked police posts and a prison in Kano city left 17 "extremists" and one police officer dead, police said Wednesday. "A total of 17 extremists were killed by our men. We lost a police corporal," said Kano State Police Commissioner Ibrahim Idris regarding the clashes that took place late Tuesday. The latest unrest in Kano Nigeria's second largest city, repeatedly hit by Boko Haram Islamists, began when militants launched coordinated gun and bomb attacks on the Dala, Panshekara and Shallawa police posts. The Garan Dutse prison was also targeted. "All these attacks were repelled," said Idris. "Our officers responded and drove the assailants away." The police commissioner added that three suspects were arrested and were being interrogated, while officers recovered 14 improvised explosive devices as well as rifles, ammunition and vehicles. No group has claimed ...

Sure by now you must have heard the news that Jibola Olubiyi the beautiful manager at Swe Bar has resigned.She got loads of love for her dedication to work as the chief executive of the hangout.Making things work at Swe bar for 6 years was no small feat.She was hosted on 16 June 2012 to a send forth.The latest news is that the hot chic who is well connected in the social circuit has started her own company.The brand known as 'Ayana' is an event planning company, according to what gistmaster.com gathered, Ayana would rise in no time as one Nigeria's biggest and most sought after companies. Congrats!

MComm, Nigeria's leading entertainment and value added service provider and Sony Music Entertainment Africa, have announced a historic partnership between both companies that will officially bring Usher Raymond's hot new album "Looking 4 Myself" to Nigerian music fans. Speaking in Lagos early this week, Mcomm CEO, Chidi Okeke, said "This is a landmark partnership, with Nigeria being the first West African country to have an official international release from a Grammy winning US artist. We believe this will form a foundation for potential future strategic alliances with Sony Music. The album will be available nationwide from Monday, 29th June, as part of an official release, in Compact Disc (CD) form. "Looking 4 Myself" will be sold in major cities like Lagos, Abuja, Port- Harcourt, Enugu, Ibadan, and will be available in designated album stores and retail outlets nationwide." "Music has and will always be the international...

Nike Oshinowo steps down; Elohor Aisien takes over Miss Nigeria pageant Nike Oshinowo-Soleye has stepped down as the creative director of the Miss Nigeria pageant. This was disclosed in a press statement released by Daily Times Nigeria and African Times Network (ATN), the franchise owner if the Miss Nigeria pageant. According to the stateme nt, Mrs Oshinowo-Soleye will be replaced by Elohor E lizabeth Aisien, Founder and Managing Director of Beth Model Management Africa. During her reign as the creative director (2009 – 2011), Mrs Oshinowo-Soleye rebranded the pageant and organized two successful edition of the Miss Nigeria competition took place in Abuja and Lagos respectively. Full text of Press statement Daily Times Nigeria and African Times Network (ATN), the franchise owner of Miss Nigeria Pageant, are proud to announce that the 38th Annual Miss Nigeria Beauty Pageant will be held this year. ATN is made up of a global brand of companies based in Nigeria...

By Simon Ateba The glamorous marriage between Kris Okotie and his beautiful wife, Stephanie, has crashed less than four years after their big wedding, the funky preacher announced today. In a dramatic announcement after a moving ministration, the controversial pastor of the Household of God Church and three-time presidential candidate, told his church their differences were irreconcilable and the couple had divorced. "Stephanie and I are no longer married. We have separated. You can see she's not in church today. It's due to irreconcilable differences and you should please respect our wishes at this time because there is no going back." With this terse statement Okotie announced the break up the marriage. P.M.NEWS learnt that the congregation couldn't believe the shocking news they had just heard from the charismatic former pop star turned cleric and politician. Okotie reportedly made the announcement which invariably spoilt the day for most of the worshippe...

Delectable Nollywood actress Monalisa Chinda and prominent producer Emem Isong have both been distinguished and specially honoured for their "outstanding contribution to raising awareness, understanding and hope to those affected by autism spectrum disorder and advocating for them." The two major Nollywood players, who recently took part in the production of the first film on Autism ever produced in Nigeria, were awarded by WOW Divas, an international network of professional women, at their second Autism Awareness Conference held on Friday, June 22, 2012 at Four Point by Sheraton in Lekki Lagos. Speaking on the award, Monalisa Chinda and Emem Isong said: "It feels great to be honoured and encouraged to do more. Though we deal in different fields, we have something in common, and that is helping people to improve themselves and live a meaningful life." Speakers and special guests at the event included Dr. Abiodun Aluko, Dr. Bosede Askhia, Dr. Yin...

M.Marshal is the son of Fuji maestro, King Wasiu Ayinde Mashal aka K1 and he's on the verge of completing his studies at York University in Toronto Canada. He currently lives in Canada, where he recorded his LP titled - 'FINE WORKS OF SPRING'. The gifted Mc has a magical way of explaining life struggles with intense phrases, similes and metaphors'. The rapper is passionate about music, and his stories are real - not fabricated to get famous. Before now, he was known as Musty and has performed at events like the 2009 Nigerian Independent day in Toronto as well as numerous clubs… plus he opened for Olu maintain, on his last tour to Canada. After a horrific accident in the winter of 2010, he decided to pause on live performances to begin works on his second LP for 2012. He is also working on his debut album tentatively titled - 'THE KING'S LEGACY'. This is the first single "Dance" off his coming album.

Isis Models,the company behind Nigeria's Next Supermodel (NNSM) is rocking a new contract with International company, Zara.We gathered that Joan Okorodudu the hardworking woman behind NNSM travelled some days ago with some models for their latest photoshoot.Trust we would keep you posted about the latest development.Already, gistmaster.com gathered that the photoshoot will also take place in other places before the tea travel to europe for further business.  

The news fast making this headlines now is that Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan has finally sacked the national security adviser, General Andrew Owoeye Azazi (retd).He has been replaced by Col. Sambo Dasuki, also a retired military man.Unlike Azazi who hails from the South-South, Dasuki's profile shows he is from the Sokoto caliphate.It is widely believed that he would use his influence in the northern part to solve the escalating rate of terror in the north. Also sacked alongside Mr.Azazi,according to reports are, minister of defense,Haliru Mohammed.We also heard that the Chief of Defense staff, Air Mashall Oluseyi Pentrin The security chiefs were relieved for obvious reasons-inability to find solutions to the escalating problems of Boko Haram bombings and violence in major parts of northern Nigeria

Here is the latest gist!Excited? we too... heard Dbanj has finally proposed to Nollywood's super actress, Genevieve Nnaji .  It was a fabulous romantic moment as Dbanj proposed to Genevieve in front of Kanye West and Kim Kadarshian yesterday in America. Susan Peters another Nollywood actress confirmed the gist on her twitter timeline today.But on further interaction,Susan later said it was all April fool in June.Just wondering why she played it up in the first place.Dotun, a Cool FM OAP also said it wasn't true.   The rumour is eating deep into the entertainment industry.   Gistmaster.com is working round the clock to get close aides of the two superstars to comment on the issue. Remember we told you that there are many surprise weddings that would follow that of Funke Akindele in Nollywood

Yvonne Okoro Contrary to speculations in town that sexy Ghanian actress, Yvonne Okoro and just wedded 'hips don't lie' Nigerian actress, Mercy Johnson may be having issues with playing a movie role together, a close aide of Mercy Johnson described the news as totally untrue. "They have no reason to fight themselves,it is the work of rumour mongers" the aide told gistmaster.com today.Another person we called to verify the story said "I don't think so"  Accrording to speculations, which was also

O’Mak Designs- Easily the most popular and definitional fashion entity owned by the Nigerian born Internationally celebrated designer-Uche Ibezue Is set to launch Its flagship store In Maryland, Washington DC highbrow shopping mall, the historic Savage Mill Mall. The launch which Is set for June 23rd Is expected to be graced

Empress Njamah is no doubt one of the most talked about actresses in Nollywood. Let's rewind a bit to her break up with Timaya.That is old story now,so lets fast forward to rebranding. Empress has moved on, impressing many people

RHYTHM, RHYME AND DANCE! AN EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEEK AT THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED HIT VIDEO, ILLRYMZ FT FEMI KUTI ; TEACHER, TEACHER What do you get when you mix Nigeria's coolest urban personality with Nigeria's biggest living afro-beat legend? DYNAMITE! Here is a thrilling peek at what to expect from the banging, highly anticipated video. Ladies and gentlemen, it is the irresistibly cool Illrymz featuring the legendary Femi Kuti on Teacher, Teacher! Produced and directed by the Lagos based Contagious Collective, the groundbreaking video will make its TV and online debut at the end of June. For more of Ill's infectious coolness, follow @illrymz on twitter and send a birthday shout-out to the legend, Femi Kuti who just turned 50. Here is the link to the video below: http://youtu.be/-JBXkySC8hM

Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) confirmed that it has sacked not less than 100 officials for corruption . Chidoka who was represented by the Deputy Corps Marshal in charge of Vehicles Administration, Mr.

Award winning American actor, Johnny Depp and his wife, Vanessa Paradis have confirmed what was thought to be mere speculations. The celebrity couples are seperated after 14 years of staying together and producing two children.When many of their fans heard the news of their marriage break up on a sad note but a publicist for Depp disclosed that it was an amicable agreement. In a statement sent out, the publicist wrote “Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis have amicably separated. Please

Six lions got killed after they strayed into residential area on the outskirt of Nairobi,the capital of Kenya.residents who wre angry that the lions were killing their goats killed about six of them. BBC News confirmed the report from Kenyan authorities.  The total number of lions in Kenya is estimated at 2000.They serve as huge source of revenue to the government from tourism.  Can't imagine a situation where lions who strayed into Lagos streets, some people will wee on their body hearing the news alone!

Today, the noise of Charlyboy's 61st birthday anniversary raid the air as bloggers, news websites, twitter, radio stations and TV stations went agog with comments from his fans and well wishers, congratulating him for being consistent with his enigmatic character as well as his selfless services towards the rehabilitation of the downtrodden. Our correspondent had learnt that well over 10 thousand birthday messages were received by the Areafada who sometimes twitted back at his followers in acknowledgment of their messages. The same goes with Facebook and on the Charlyboy Websites. However, Charlyboy had yet shocked his fans by dragging National Mirror to court for Libel on the day many had thought he would be celebrating with family and friends. Many of his fans had expressed surprise over the decision of the Areafada to have sued National Mirror on his birthday, but like it is generally believed, "with the Areafada, anything is possible". It would be rec...

This is not the best of time for the organizers of the most beautiful in Nigeria following the age falsification scandal against the 2012 winner of the most beautiful girl in Nigeria (MBGN),Isabella Ayuk. According to statements being spread against the beauty queen and Silverbirds Production the organizers of the competition,Isabella lied that she was 26 at the time of

Miss Agbani Darego, a former Miss World has described reports of her purported wedding to moneybag politician,Timi Alaibe as baseless and lacking credibility. The report of her wedding proposal from Alaibe,who lost his wife Alare to cancer some years ago went viral on blogs and social networking sites like facebook,twitter and google +,yesterday. Gistmaster.com gathered in an obvious reaction to the news report,Agbani through her tweeter handle disclosed that she was waiting to read 'credible stories from verified sources'. It was a stinker targeted at those peddling the rumour of her alleged romance and wedding to Alaibe,a close aide of President Goodluck Jonathan. However,industry sources said the last may not have been heard about the marriage proposal. 'The denial by Agbani notwithstanding,we still believe that there is no smoke without fire' said a source who used the example of celebs who have also denied such reports in the past. Uche Jombo denied her ...

 By Niyi Tabiti  People have different views and relationships with others but as for me,I can celebrate Charly Boy on and on without a coma,not even a full stop for 24 hours.I know some people will not like this for obvious reasons but it would be 'worse' if i don't say it at all.If your own opinion is different, take time to write it .   A collegue attacked me some years ago because

It will be an unending hymn for the areafada as he clocks 61 on Tuesday as speculated by most of his fans. What is sure and certain is that CB’s birthday comes up every 19th June, but what is not certain is whether he is 61 considering his enigmatic personality. However, one thing that is very true about this personality

Every romantic moves between Goldie and Prezzo in the Big Brother Africa star game show has been captured from the moment it started.For all we care,they have not really moved so close as to 'justify' their 'relationship'.Besides them sleeping on the bed and gisting, they have not really held each other. Tonight proved to be different!They went just a step

Agbani Darego, a former Miss world is set to marry Timi Alaibe, a super rich politician and former MD of NDDC.In a report monitored by gistmaster.com on Daily Times website , Agbani has already agreed to the marriage proposal to be Mrs. Alaibe.   The former beauty queen

  Nigerian women looking charming in their different ankara and lace designs. Gistmaster.com will definately serve you more.The party rules will also feature soon

….. presents all-star album, Wizkid scores endorsement deal as Banky W lifts Olympics torch . Empire Mates Entertainment, Nigeria’s premier music label has announced the launch of its highly anticipated all star album titled Empire Mates State of Mind . The 22 tracked LP, which boasts of some of Nigeria’s finest artists such as BankyW, WizKid, Skales,Niyola and

 Renault South Africa has announced a three-year sponsorship of the country’s prima fashionista event that will see the French marque’s clothing design protégées taking to the catwalk during the legendary SA Fashion Week (SAFW) this September.   This was contained in a statement by Renault South Africa and obtained by gistmaster.com today “Design is an integral element of the Renault brand. It speaks to innovation, passion and technical savvy and

Princess Lola Odumosu Lagos Big Boy, Bankole Ogunnowo known as “BIG BANKY” in Nigeria entertainment industry, who is also a radio & TV Presenter, well-known for organising beauty pageants across Nigeria has decided to quit bachelorhood.  Gistmaster.com gathered that Big Banky would be getting married to

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 How to survive cancer is one of the most frequently asked medical questions. Just like HIV/AIDS, cancer has also claimed many lives globally.There is good news, at least from what we heard from America, more people

 Should the man always come from behind,should the woman come from behind too, just how should couple do it?Should the couple do it from the side?I need a wise judgement here.

Photo file: Nollywood actress Uche Jombo and Akeem Shodehinde at a comedy show in Lagos   The generalissimo of night clubbing business in Lagos,Akeem Shodehinde has denied that his club-Movinda has been evicted from it present location on Idowu Taylor street, Victoria Island, Lagos. Gistmaster.com gathered that Akeem had issues with his landlord and his club was given letter of eviction from the property.  But in an exclusive interview with Encomium's Femi Oyewale, Akeem Shodehinde disclosed that he was not

Micheal Ugochukwu Stephens popularly known as Ruggedman belong to the group of the hippest and finest rap artists we have in Nigeria.Ruggedy baba as he fondly called by fans has done well for himself winning awards and making cool money in the entertainment industry. Ruggedman has dated some of the finest

EL DEE,TIWA SAVAGE AND BANKY W It is that time of the year again And we can exclusively disclose that Hennessy Artistry is entering negotiations with Nigerian artistes for the annual gig No word yet from the organizers on the direction for this year’s Artistry, but we can authoritatively reveal that Hennessy is discussing with artistes, producers, directors and lawyers to kick off this year’s project! All necessary details coming out soon' a spokesperson tells us. 'Sooner than you think...' Who do you think will be on? Who would you love to see?

Niyola Featuring solo and collaboration appearances by all EME acts and select friends of the house, the album, already titled ‘Empire Mates State of Mind’, is a 22-tracked LP that boasts some of the finest tracks to come out of Nigeria this year. The label says it took almost one year to put the EME album together, and fans

Live report by Niyi Tabiti   Goldie told Big Brother that she is missing Derele Edun her co traveller in the crazy world of entertainment and a VJ with Channel O, she is also missing her friends Gbemi Phillips,Lewis,her boss at Kennis Music,Kenny Ogungbe, Sola,Wale,her brother and others... On whether she has been eating well, Goldie said she has been eating, her appetite depends on the day. I use to weigh 63, now i am

Finally its here!The official video of Psquare Onyinye video featuring Rick Ross.Be amongst the first set of people to watch this...! Dont forget you can now chat live with gistmaster by clicking on the live chat button on the side bar. You can also click @niyitabiti to follow me on twitter

gistmaster  You can now chat live with gistmaster right on this blog. just check the side bar of this blog and click on the live chat button.You can ask us questions on entertainment,fashion and business.   You can also get to ask us about advertising and press releases.  Congratulations to Psquare on their latest video featuring Rick Ross.Its the

The remains of Ehime Aikhomu, the son of former Chief of General Staff in Nigeria, Admiral Augustus Aikhomu who died in the ill fated Dana Plane crash would be laid to

The Nigeria Police in Delta State, on Sunday night confirmed that they have rescued Super Eagles player, Christian Obodo from the abductors who snatched him at gun point. The midfielder who has not played for the Eagles in recent years was early Saturday kidnapped by four unidentified gunmen

By Ogechi Ekeanyanwu   The paper's publisher says Mr. Kolawole is free to go in pursuit of other interest The editor of THISDAY, Simon Kolawole, has resigned in response to Sunday's new appointments at the newspaper which saw him removed as editor and reassigned as editorial director. In the new appointments, Ijeoma Nwogwugwu, who was previously Editor of THISDAY on Sunday was named Mr. Kolawole's replacement while Tunde Rahman, former editor of THISDAY on

Good and regular marital sex can help you live a longer and happier life. According to Dr Stella Eze, a gynaecologist with a Lagosbased private hospital, MAY Hospital, Ilasa, good sex not only promotes longevity but also keeps diseases such as the deadly breast cancer away. In an interview with IMOH ESSIEN, Dr. Eze describes sex, particularly between married couples as beautiful and specially designed by God and nature to keep people in good shape all year round. Here are some of the benefits of sex as listed by Dr. Eze:  Sex can cure headaches Some of the health benefits of sex are its ability to act as a pain reliever. The hormone oxytocin (a nine amino acid peptide that is synthesized in hypothalamic neurons and transported down axons of the posterior pituitary

Kayswitch ‘D Produkt’, a creative genius in the making is ready to show the world what he’s about by giving us a sneak preview of his ingenuity. His very first official single “Sister Caro” is a reflection of his eccentricity, handpicked lyrics and unique delivery style.   He took D’Banj by surprise with the dedication of his

1) Confirm that the bank's website address is the correct one.Scammers have produced fake websites that look like the original just to hoodwink people into submitting their authentic details 2)Do not disclose your Internet Banking User Name or Password to anyone, even when the person claims to be an official of the bank.     3)Please download FREE online protection software from Trusteer available within Internet banking to prevent fraudulent access to your account.      4)Do not give your Card details out on the phone or in response to any e-mail communication that you did not initiate.      5)Be on the look-out for unusual devices on an ATM as these could be used in reading your card details to fraudulently clone your Card.      6) Keep your Card in a secure place just as you would your cash.      7) Never keep your Card and PIN in the same location.      8...

Tonto Dikeh Its a crazy day!That was how one of my friends describe today as two of Nigeria's craziest entertainment personalities, Tonto Dikeh and Dbanj celebrated their birthday. Tons of notes on social media congratulating the two celebrities have been flowing endlessly online.Tonto Dikeh who is rocking over

Omotola Jolade-Ekehinde showing off her 'Ikebe Super' at the premiere of Last Flight to Abuja in London.Omotola, a proud mother of four and wife of pilot Mattew Ekehinde was looking sexy as usual.She was

Fatima Jabbe, the Gambia/Nollywood actress arrived the Civic centre in Lagos in grand style @ the first ever Nollywood Movies award which took place on saturday the 2nd of june 2012. The awards was organised by Dipo winsala and Alfred Soroh the CEOs of Nollywood Movies sky channel 329 in uk.The event was hosted by Julius Agwu and Kate Henshaw. Best movie editing,Best Original screen play/scriptwriting and Best make up all went to mirror boy movie Written and Directed by Obi Emelonye who is also the writer/producer & Director of last flight to Abuja. Tango with me won best movie,Joseph Benjamin won best actor in a lead role for Tango with me,Mercy Johnson won best actress in a lead role. Viewers choice award female went to Genevieve Nnaji while viewers choice award male went to Ramsey Noah.Best director went to Mahmood Ali Balogun.Nollywoods screen Diva Omotola Jalade Ekheinde aka Omo sexy was also present at the award. Full list of Winners are:Best Movie – Tango With me Bes...