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The wife of convicted Nigerian terrorist Henry Okah said on Tuesday that he was her "forever guy" and that she would stand by him despite his 24-year jail sentence. "Henry is a forever guy. No matter what, he is stable and faithful to me and I don't care what anyone else says," a visibly emotional Azuka Okah told journalists outside the High Court in Johannesburg. "We have this forever love," she said. Okah was sentenced on Tuesday to in effect 24 years' imprisonment for 13 counts of terrorism, including engaging in terrorist activities, conspiracy to engage in terrorist activities, and delivering, placing, and detonating an explosive device in January. "These are serious charges...," Judge Neels Claassen said in handing down sentence. "The accused has not accepted any responsibility for the crimes committed, nor has he shown remorse." Okah was also found unfit to operate weapons. His wife told journalists she was happy t...

…drops Special Day video in Easter Penultimate week, the whole United Kingdom was agog for King of Fuji Music, Alhaji Sulaimon Alao 'Malaika' Adekunle. 640 Ripples Road Babking, London was the venue of this year's 40th birthday. Family, friends, associates and fans travelled from Nigeria, Holland, France, U S A, and other parts of Europe where he has major fans stormed the party in a grand style to celebrate the Fuji artiste. The event which most people acclaimed the best at the moment also had lots of showbiz stars at the party. Even when the venue had been filled up, lots of fans were still eager to come into the hall. It took great work from security team to control the crowd. Few minutes after the red carpet had started, the celebrant, Malaika stormed the event. Attention was shifted to him. He was surrounded with Ushers. He was shown great respect and standing ovation. Photographers and camera men were all on him. In fact, fans assembled to sign autogr...

Yaws 'n' Myn, is basically a 30- minute weekly sitcom that follows the dysfunctional life of a Radio presenter. Yaw (Steve Onu) who is shackled in the same house with his brother Raluchukwu ( funnybone) and sister Nwacheta ( Lilian Esoro).. As for Yaw, life was all normal till his parents left to work in America and leave him to take care of his grown siblings. Ral who thinks he is a great music talent but rather not and Cheta who spends more time in the mirror and can't cook at all. Thrown into the mix is their weird tenant who they sublet one of their rooms to, their grandmother (Ngozi Nwosu) who speaks just Igbo language, their Hausa gateman (Rabiu Rikadawa) ( (retired soldier) and a troublesome aunt (Tina Mba). With an unending drama and a life time laughs. The sitcom follows the dynamics of five different people living together. Currently running on tv and LTV 8.

I got this from a friend via BB and i am willing to share for free.i know many of you have been thinking about this for sometime.Yes,we have seen the photo of White House,the seat of power in America.We have also seen number 10 Downing street of the British government.But we have not seen what Aso Rock looks like. Please is there anyone who has seen what Aso Rock the seat of power in Nigeria look like in photos?.Secondly, can people pose there for photographs just as they do near White House?

Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio today emerged the new Pope.The new Pope who is from Argentina will take the papal name Pope Francis 1. He is the first person to be elected Pope from latin america as well as the first Jesuit in the history of the catholic church. Profile of the new pope indicates that he was born on 17 December 1936.he was elected the Archbishop of Buenos Aires in 1998.He was promoted to the cardinal-ate of the Roman Catholic Church in 2001.

A 51-year-old woman on Wednesday pleaded with an Agege Customary Court to dissolve her 22-year-old marriage over alleged adultery and threat to life. The petitioner, Mrs Titilayo Oluokun, a prophetess, who lives at 8, Aina Aladi St., Agbado, Lagos, told the court that her husband, though a pastor, went after "everything in skirt''. "Four women had four children for my husband in the last three years and he also has numerous girl friends; I know some of them because they live on my street. "I was in the church sometime in 2009 when a woman came with three children, claiming they belonged to my husband, who she said, had neglected her. "It was a thing of shame because I am the founder of the church and also a prophetess, while my husband is one of the pastors. "I gave the woman N20, 000 and begged her; I told her not to come to the church to disturb me again and when I told my husband, he only thanked me," she said. The mother of two chil...

HUMAN rights activist and lawyer, Mr. Festus Keyamo, Monday, unveiled his interest to contest the 2015 governorship elections in Delta State, saying it was time to unshackle the state from the dynasty of thieves. He spoke in Effurun at the maiden meeting of the Delta Forces United, a political platform, which he is using to mobilize Deltans for his ambition. Contacted, Wednesday, Mr. Keyamo said, "My mission is to take Deltans out of the present state of underdevelopment." A political activist, Monday Akpokene, who attended the meeting told Vanguard, "Keyamo did not mince words in condemning what he regarded as politics of cronyism, ethnicity and underdevelopment in the state and  declared that time has come for the citizens to be liberated from the dynasty of thieves that has been created over the years in Delta State.".  "He pointed out that there has not been much to show for the 14 years of the People Democratic Party, PDP, governance in t...

Popular actor Desmond Elliot look deliciously handsome in this traditional wear by Yomi Casual.It is not only the dress that is appealing,the nollywood act is also wearing a powerful smile that is charming enough to make the star irresistible.     Yomi Casual the celebrity designer office is located on Bode Thomas street,Surulere,Lagos.He is the younger brother of comedian, Ayo Makun of the popular AY Show.

If one is told to write an essay on Omotola Jalade Ekehinde,Gistmaster is very sure everyone will say she is an actress, she tried to be a singer...hmmm...okay she is one,at least she is a good performer.I watched her perform for billionaires like Aliko Dangote,Jim Ovia,Femi Otedola and others when ex-stock exchange executive Nicholas Okoye was doing baby christening some years back. Back to the gist of the day.Omotola has also done much to see herself to the top as one of Nigeria's top actresses.Take it or leave it, she is in the top 3 as far as packaging is concerned in Nollywood.    Omotola keep eyes roving anytime she steps into events.She is not afraid to roll it!Omotola is showing off what is now known as her famous behind.That exactly what she did at the last Africa Magic Viewers Choice awards in Lagos.Even Omotola is showing off the photographs for posterity. Perhaps the lyrics playing on her mind is "I have it,Let me flaunt it" -By Niyi Tabiti ...

Brandy is always branded!American born singer and actress,Brandy look like iconic style queen with this Nubian look. She is one of my all time best of the best.Now if anyone has a question on how a woman can keep looking young without plastic surgery, Brandy is in a good position. -Niyi Tabiti

   Young and dynamic business mogul, Ayo Animashaun is investing into 24 hour online radio and TV channel, niyitabiti blog gathered.  A statement signed by Mojisola Saliu on behalf of Black House media, the media rep for smooth Productions, notes that the Executive producer of Nigeria’s most prestigious annual music Awards, The Headies, Ayo Animashaun, is back in 2013, set to

I believe it was the plan of God for us to get married. Before he proposed, I never saw Soji as a man that had the standards I desired. Then, I was a ‘big girl’ in the movie industry. I have experiences of many things in life. So, imagine a man, who was staying in one studio and working at all times asking me out! He was too gentle for my liking and his stature was not encouraging either. But I discovered that God’s purpose for our life must come to pass. Then, I never knew that

Olivia Wilde the young woman who has made her way to the top as the hottest woman alive told Marie Claire magazine that she does not think she was beautiful enough for Jason Sudeikis the host of the popular 'Saturday Night Live' show when they first met and started a relationship.According to her, she never thought Jason would even be interested in dating her in the first place.  Aside making the number 1 position as maxim hot 100, Esquire and

Those who think that ladies who are fat are not beautiful would definately have a re-think with the wondrous look of popular actress Eniola Badmus at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award in Lagos.   Popularly known as Gbogbo big girlz in Yoruba movies,Eniola has been honoured by Nigerians abroad especially in America for the excellent interpretation of her role in the comedy 'Jenifa'. Almost everyone who have seen Eniola Badmus pictures at AMVCA concluded that she is well packaged.-Niyi Tabiti

   Funke Akindele proved that she is a better dresser than 'jenifa' the outrageous character she played in her all time best movie.  Actress,producer and wife of a politician,Funke was at the award ceremony hoping to grab another award for the best role in a comedy film at the Africa Magic Viewers

The burial arrangement of veteran actor, Justus Esiri is already out.In a statement signed by George Esiri on behalf of the family,the 'village headmaster' will be buried in Abraka, Delta State on Friday April 12.    There will be service of songs for the late Esiri on April 9, followed by a commendation mass at St. Jude Catholic Church, Mafoluku, Lagos, on April 10. Immediately after the service the body is expected to be flown to Warri in Delta State for the second and final phase of the burial arrangements. According to the spokesman, the body will then proceed to Abraka where there will be another commendation mass/lying-in-state at the Polo Turf in Abraka on April 12. The body will, thereafter, be moved to his residence in Abraka for interment and entertainment of guests. Chief Esiri popularly known as the Village Headmaster, died on

Things dey happen for Lagos! Just imagine a 49 year old woman robbing her 80 year old lover boy.It is real and the case is now in court.Here is the full detail thanks to Uju Mbanusi and Vanguard newspaper AN 80-year-old man, Godwin Faworinshe, who claims to be a pastor with a church in Shomolu, Lagos was allegedly drugged and robbed by his 49-year-old mistress, Funmilola Adesanya. A distraught Faworinshe from Ago-Iwoye in OgunState, told a magistrate court in Yaba that his Ikorodu, Lagos-born mistress added sleeping pills to his medication and bolted with his money after he fell into a deep sleep. In his testimony in the court, Faworinshe, stated that he had promised to give Funmilola some money to enable her start a new business but she was not patient enough. According to him, "on that fateful day, I went out in the morning, Funmilola probably thought that I had gone to the bank to collect some huge amount of money. When I got back around 11am, I requested that she gi...

  Diamond Bank did not let mother's day celebration go without a few words of interest to mother and child.The financial institution disclosed that mother who cares always have a long time financial plan. Diamond Bank said parents can start saving for their children's future now with Diamond Kiddies Account. Earn interest and enjoy a host of benefits including a free gift pack and an opportunity to be invited to the Diamond kiddies annual events.   Gistmaster gathered that Diamond Bank was incorporated in 1990 but became a private limited liability company in 1991. The bank's chief executive officer is Alex Otti, a former excutive director with First Bank of Nigeria Plc

  Annie Macaulay and 2face Idibia will be having the traditional wedding in Eket, Akwa Ibom state today. It is the news of the day or what do you guys think. Ngozi Emedolibe of Mirror newspaper also deserves the reporter of the day award with the masterpiece.We know you cant wait to see the wedding pictures Here is the latest news on the wedding  What started with an engagement party on February 14, 2012 at Club 10, (then owned by ex-soccer star, Jay Jay Okocha) would supposedly today culminate in one of the entertainment industry’s biggest weddings of the year as Innocent Idibia, fondly

   Big Brother Africa reality TV show have announced that auditions for shortlisted candidates in Nigeria will take place at Protea Hotel Leadway, Lagos from Monday, March 11 through Thursday 14. For applicants who were unable to enter online or submit the entry at the nearest MultiChoice office, the good news is that there is still an opportunity for them to enter through the open auditions on the same dates, venue and time. Managing Director of M-net, Biola Alabi says, the

Justin Bieber the award winning teenager who is making so much money entertaining people shocked many people when he fainted shortly after his concert in London. Biebers performance was exhilarating to the London crowd as if they have just won the FIFA world cup. However, none of them thought that the singer who pivoted the stage could would slump after a great gig  Rep for 19 years old Bieber confirmed the news of his

The clash between Kanu Nwankwo and his business partner,Ayo Gam-Ikon seems to be more than what friends can handle. Kanu and his brother has finally dragged the former banker to court over alleged fraud running to N1.4 billion (Naira) Here is the news Ex-Nigeria star Nwankwo Kanu has lost N1.4bn (about $104m) and a top executive of his hotel has been arrested and charged to court. Managing director of Hardley Suites Hotel in Lagos, Ayoola Gam Ikon, 49, has been arrested and charged to court for the alleged fraud, according to a  PM News  report. Operatives of the Inspector General of Police Monitoring Unit arrested Ikon, the managing director of Hardley Suites Limited situated at Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, off Elsie Femi Pearse Street, Victoria Island, Lagos,  for allegedly stealing the N1.4bn belonging to the hotel owned by Kanu. Also arrested along with him over the alleged fraud is

    Three years after packing out of her husband's house, Nollywood actress, Monalisa Chinda seems to be comfortable in the hand of businessman, Lanre Nzeribe. Friends have been talking about the closeness of the two celebs but it seems they just tired of being subject of rumour mongers, they have started stepping out together. Lanre is known to have dated some actresses and high society women including

I have been lucky enough to escape the Lagos traffic today.That not what has made my day. Simi did! She is the beautiful daughter of actress Laide Bakare. I watched the clips of Laide Bakare's movie premiere on television.I missed the event but many thanks to ONTV for bringing it to viewers like me. Simi was introduced to the audience by Channel O VJ,Derele Edun. Simi was so hilarious that most people around were rolling on the floor. I also

Stunning and sexy nollywood actress, Chika Ike has confirmed her marriage break up but disclosed that she is only separated for now.Chika made this known in an interview monitored by Gistmaster blog today. The actress was the guest of Labi on Entertainment splash on  TVC.  Labi had earlier told her that she should be prepared to answer questions on air and there is nothing like "No comment".     A caller simply known as Bimpe called in and asked if she

No fewer than 42 private jets land at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos daily, findings by our correspondent have revealed. A statement obtained by our correspondent from Nigeria's first commercial private jet hangar, Evergreen Apple Nigeria, on Friday indicated that it received 15 private jet fights everyday. But further findings on Friday from two aviation agencies, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria and Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority showed that a total of 1,200 private jet flights landed at the Lagos airport every month. And by implication, it means at least 300 of the flights are recorded every week and 42 every day. Of the 1,200 private flight jets, it was learnt that 450 arrived at Evergreen Apple hanger, while the remaining 750 jets landed at Execujets hangar and other private hangars at the Lagos airport. Private aircraft movements have been on the rise in Nigeria lately due to the increase in ownership of luxury planes. Other airports where there is ...

Fire razed MNet,Supersport office yesterday at Ojota in Nigeria,damaging equipment worth millions of naira in the process.Gistmaster gathered that the cause of the fire was attributed to electrical faults. Immediately fire started at MNET office, it caused pandemonium as

 Redeemed Christian Church of God worldwide is celebrating the birthday anniversary of the general overseer, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye.The man of GOD is 71 years old.As part of appreciation to God,there was a 71 hour of praise at the youth centre.  Adeboye became the GO of RCCG in

Nse Ikpe Etim is gradually becoming a household name in Nollywood, Africa's biggest movie industry. She has turned several movie scrip

Nigeria Business:Ninety three ships are expected to arrive the Lagos ports between March 1 and March 27, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has said. NPA said this in its daily publication, `Shipping Position', made available to newsmen on Friday in Lagos. The document showed that the ships were laden with rice, fresh fish, vehicles, mobile crane, semi-trailer, general cargo,  bulk wheat, containers, bulk fertiliser and petroleum products. It indicated that a ship would berth and discharge fresh fish. The document also stated that four fuel-laden ships would berth at the various oil terminals in the ports. According to the document, the ships are laden with petrol, bulk gas and aviation fuel. It said that the fuel-laden ships would discharge their products at New Oil Jetty, Atlas Cove Jetty, Petroleum Wharf, Apapa and Lister terminal. The document showed that four other ships laden with petrol and diesel would berth at the Ibafon Jetty. -NAN

And Kim Kardashian Puts A Hole In Darey's "Love... Like A Movie" Concert I was finding it so difficult to do this review based on two facts. One, that people may take it as a misrepresentation and may decided to castigate Darey for even thinking of inviting Kim Kardashian to "co-host" his highly successful theatrical Valentines concert tagged "Love... Like A Movie". Secondly, for the fear of it going viral online, thereby putting a dent in Darey's blossoming career.   I sparsely go to Nigerian events lately due to the simple fact that I hardly enjoyed it because of too many ills that could have been avoided especially when it comes to been timely and technical hitches which used to mar the events, but I decided to attend Darey's Vals concert based on the facts that I owe him one (he voluntarily hosted my first BlackBerry Fever Party for Free) and based on the hype and publicity build up that was excellently done befo...