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CUPID SCORES HIGH AS THORN IN THE FLESH OF COZA PASTOR ESE WALTERS MARRIES HER HEARTTHROB BENNY ARK

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ESE & BENNY ARK

Remember the lady behind the COZA pastor's case that caused a lot of uproar last year? Yeh! yea!! Ese Walters. Yes same one, she got married to her heartthrob Benny Ark on Saturday, just a day after Valentine's day. 


Ese if you all remember very well, was the lady that spilled the beans about her alleged sexcapades with the head Pastor of COZA (Commonwealth of Zion Assembly), Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo last quarter of 2013, sometime in August to be more precise. The lady had no restraint in throwing open the whole can of worms. 

Now just 7 months after the whole hullabaloo, though that has been swept under the carpet, remember Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo had said the church was going to come out with a 'very robust' response' which up till date has not materialize, the lady at the center of the storm and her boo got married at a courthouse in Abuja on Saturday, February 15, 2014. Benny Ark is an OAP with COOL FM. 

Check out the couple's pictures. 

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ESE

BENNY ARK



CHIWETEL EJIOFOR PICKS GOLD AT BAFTA AWARDS 2014

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CHIWETEL EJIOFOR
LUPITA NYONG'O & MOM

It's probably the year of Chiwetel Ejiofor, as his portrayal of Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, who was abducted and sold into slavery and faced terrible cruelty and expected kindnesses has blown him sky high. The fantastic role interpreter got a nod from the jury behind the BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) last night, Sunday, February 16, 2014 as he won the 'Best Actor' Awards for 12 Years a Slave. 


This win is a pointer to the upcoming Oscars, which the same film has been nominated for in different categories. The British/Nigerian actor beat the likes of Leonardo Di' Caprio (The Wolf of Wall Street), Christian Bale (American Hustlers), Tom Hanks (Captain Phillips) & Bruce Dern (Nebraska). 

Congratulations to him.

Full list of winners are- 
Leading Actor- Chiwetel Ejiofor.
Leading Actress- Cate Blanchett- Blue Jasmine.
Best Film- 12 Years a Slave.
Outstanding British Film- Gravity.
British Short Film- Room 8.
British Short Animation- Sleeping with the Fishes.
Production Design- The Great Gatsby.
Sound- Gravity.
Editing- Rush.
Documentary-The Act of Killing- Joseph Oppenheimer.
Make up & Hair- American Hustle.
Costume Design- The Great Gatsby.
Original Music- Gravity.
Animated Film- Frozen.
Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer- Kieran Evans.
Supporting Actor- Barkhad Abdi- Captain Phillips.
Cinematography- Gravity.
Supporting Actress- Jennifer Lawrence- American Hustle.
Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award- Peter Greenway.
Original Screenplay- American Hustle.
Adapted Screenplay-Philomena.
EE Rising Star- Will Poulter.
Special Visual Effects- Gravity.
Film not in English Language- The Great Beauty.
Director- Alfonso Cuaron- Gravity.
Bafta Fellowship- Helen Mirren.

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BRADLEY

AMY

LILY ALLEN

ANGELINA JOLIE & BRAD PITT

CATE BLANCHETT


FEARNE COTTON


JOELY RICHARDSON

LEONARDO DI' CAPRIO

HELEN MIRREN




TOM HANKS


MICHELLE

BRADLEY COOPER



HOUSE OF NWOCHA PRESENTS ITS SPRING/SUMMER 2014 COLLECTION

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CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF HOUSE OF NWOCHA-UGONNA OMERUO

To kick off the New Year, one of Nigeria’s top Fashion Design Houses – House of Nwocha is proud to present its S/S14 Collection scheduled to be showcased on the 23rdof February 2014.



House of Nwocha will be showcasing two collections “White Rose” and “Red 13”.



The WHITE ROSE collection is all about femininity, fun and prints. From the monochrome lush  floral print to the burgundy and white floral print, this collection is all about having fun in the sun in floral and stripped prints. From the hand painted burgundy floral theme prints, high-waisted dungarees and crop tops from the 90s, this collection is embellished to perfection. As well as the preppy party dresses and cut out day dresses.



Floral is a part of the House of Nwocha repertoire for summer looks. Judging from the cuts and colors of this collection, House of Nwocha is all about luxury living and clients whose lifestyle include cocktails on a yacht.



RED 13 is described as a collection that signifies fire, blood, energy, war, danger, strength, determination and passion.

House of Nwocha uses this color to describe sensuality, passion and evoke erotic feelings we have been known to associate with Red.

Red is an intense color and this collection will be telling a story of all these emotions and elements.



This invite-only event will be attended by fashion buyers, editors, top stylists, bloggers, socialites, celebrities and fashion lovers alike.



The fashion event will be fused with entertainment from some of Nigeria’s best female vocalists such as Waje, Ms. Jaie, Yemi Alade etc.



For press enquiries please email linda.btc@gmail.comor visit www.hseofnwocha.blogspot.com

KELLY ROWLAND NEARLY BUYS UP FLORENCE H......

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KELLY ROWLAND & ABISOLA KOLAPO KOLA DAISI




The US based music star who was in the country over the weekend for her performance at the Love Like A Movie Season 2 concert, didn't just come and storm off like most of her other colleagues normally do. Most often after being paid some colossal amount to appear in the country, it's like they are in a hurry to run off back to their country. At least Kelly stayed some hours more after her show and even went round.

One of the places the gorgeous star, who apparently came in with her boo went to, is one of the top lifestyle stores in the country-Florence H. Incidentally, the store is owned by the fabulously beautiful Abisola Kolape-Kola Daisi, the 1st daughter of the Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Senator Abiola Ajimobi. 

The singing sensation didn't leave the exquisitely beautiful store empty handed, she had a buying storm sort of from what we heard, picking up several shoes to her taste. Florence H is very well known in Lagos, Nigeria for stocking some of the best shoe brands from around the world, chief of which are Rene Caovila & Guiseppe Zanotti. 

The super luxury store caters to a very wide variety of tastes and from what we have heard, they have the very latest collection of the major brands in stock. One of the major things they are very well known for is their concierge shopping experience, where customers can source for items that are not readily available in store or even brands that the store does not stock, such as a limited edition or vintage handbag.

The store which is located at 32, Musa Yar'Adua Street, Victoria Island, Lagos has been a mecca of a sort for shoe cognoscente since they threw their doors open for customers. Truth be told, Abisola has really done well for herself with this store.

SEPTEMBER DATE FOR KOKO'S WEDDING

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KOKO & HEARTTHROB CHIMAOBI SHAWCROSS OBIOHA JNR.
KOKO & MOM-SENATOR FLORENCE ITA-GIWA
KOKO ITA

Her delightsome and super stylish mom- Senator Florence Ita-Giwa  is going to clock 68 years old tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19, 2014 and it is going to be a full red carpet event. Friends and family members are already planning on how they would celebrate one of their own. Their dancing shoes have been shined, while their super cool outfits have been prepared for the occasion. 


Tomorrow also most likely, might be the d-day to officially announce to all & sundry the upcoming Autumn wedding of the delightsome and super shapely daughter of the ex-Special Adviser to the President. Koko 22, she'll be 23 in July 2014 is set to get married in September of 2014, all things being equal.

The lucky dude from our little findings is Chimaobi Shawcross Obioha Jnr, one of the sons of the late Chief Shawcross Godwin Moore Obioha & Evelyn Shawcross Obioha, he has a Master's in International Business from Coventry University. Koko is the daughter of the lady most have come to know as Mma Bakassi. She's a graduate of the University of Essex, Colchester, United Kingdom, and the brilliant young lady has only just finished her 2nd Master's degree. According to our little findings, the 2 lovebirds- Chimaobi & Koko have been an item for a couple years now, and the 2 families have always known about the relationship between the duo. There had been an agreement 'sort of' between the 2 families to allow for Koko to finish her Master's before marriage could come on board. Now that that has been done and dealt with, the door is now opened for matrimony. 

So come sometime in September 2014. We all can bet that it would be a very big society wedding all the way for Koko. If the humongous 21st birthday party her mom threw for her  2 years ago is anything to judge by, then we have a big wedding upcoming.

Congratulations in advance from us at Maestro's Media.

RUTH OSIME'S 50TH SHINDIG PART 2

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BESTOS- ESOSA ANENIH & RUTH OSIME
HELEN AJAYI-MISS NIGERIA 1979

Obviously it was the party to be at on the day. We already told you all that at least 3 sitting Governors were part of the guests. According to those who were there, the party was a smash hit and people were still at the venue rocking and having fun till as late as 4am the next day. 


There were many of the guests that we didn't cover in our earlier report. The likes of Gbolade Osibodu, Chike Ogeah, Kunle Coker, Dejare Adegbenro, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, Bola Awosika, Julius Rone, Scott Tomney, Tokunbo Durosaro, Sandra Solebo, Linda Edozien-Priddy, Schola Gbasha, Oboden Ibru, Deola Bali, Demola & Tolu Akinrele, Tony Anenih, Lulu Enaboifo, Atedo & Dudun Peterside, Lola Abiola-Edewor, Ebisan Rewane, Alex Otti, Timi Alaibe, Veronica Ebie-Odeka, Lanre Da Silva Ajayi & so many others too numerous to mention. 

Many of the middle aged guys & ladies, who still believe they are very young at heart were in attendance. 

We got more pictures for your viewing delight. Enjoy!!!!!!

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GBOLADE OSIBODU & DAME ABIMBOLA FASHOLA

DAISY DANJUMA, MADAM OSIME & DAME ABIMBOLA FASHOLA






SONNIE AYERA & RUTH OSIME

HAKEEM MURI-OKUNOLA & DAME ABIMBOLA FASHOLA

ATEDO & DUDUN PETERSIDE


LINDA


MR & MRS AJAYI

RUTH OSIME & THE 1ST LADIES



TOKUNBO DUROSARO

LANRE DA SILVA AJAYI, SANDRA SOLEBO BEHIND





OWEN AISIEN


SCHOLA GBASHA (RIGHT)

DEMOLA & TOLU AKINRELE


RUTH OSIME & EBISAN REWANE


FUNKE BABS-KUFEJI

BRF & SONNIE HAVING A TETE-A-TETE

BOLA AWOSIKA & FRIEND


CELINE LOADER & RUTH OSIME

LINDA EDOZIEN-PRIDDY





KUNLE COKER

KEMI ADEWUNMI





OGUNLESI BROTHERS






VERONICA EBIE-ODEKA


DEMOLA & TOLU AKINRELE



DAISY DANJUMA & NKIRU ANUMUDU




DR ALEX OTTI

CHALYA SHAGAYA & VERONICA EBIE-ODEKA


TEMI DOLLFACE SCORES ANOTHER COVER- SEE THE GORGEOUS STAR ON BEAUTY BOX

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TEMI DOLLFACE
DENCIA

Many can dispute it, but please always remember that to each his/her own, to us Temi Dollface is one of the most naturally beautiful Nigerian we have come across in a while. Not only just that, her very eclectic sense of style; making vintage look super hot and coveted endears her to us so much. 


The emerging music star is our delight any day, even her style is also different when it comes to music. She is the star personality on the cover of the resurgent Beauty Box Magazine, which is one of the publication under the True Tales Umbrella that includes Hint, Complete Fashion Magazine & Hello! Nigeria. A change of hands at the helms of affairs seem to have injected the much needed energy back into the publications. Now this team seem to have hit the ground running and to us have scored a good slam-dunk with this particular edition. Kudos peeps! 

And we expect more pleaseeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!

This cover we believe is one of their best in a long while and to make up for lost times, this particular edition of Beauty Box seem to have been made a bumper edition, to super garnish the cover and the personality on it, another star, albeit Cameroonian this time around is one of the other main feature. We are glad to introduce to the world again, one of the most ''pneumatically enhanced'' lady (after Lil Kim) we have ever come across in the person of the US based star wannabe Reprudencia, but better known to the whole world as ''D.E.N.C.I.A .  As much as one might have a bit of reservation about some of her antics, one cannot begrudge her the fact that ''her never say die attitude'' has gotten her to where she is now. Does the noise match the talent? We do not know yet. So if her route to stardom is the (''Lil Kimmish'' kinda way) it's her life, so dearie please have your fun. Bleach more and enhance more!

Before we run too far and too fast, this is what the publishers have to say about their 1st edition for 2014-

Beauty Box Magazine, the foremost hair/beauty/skincare magazine from the stable of True Tales Publications, publishers of Hello! Nigeria, Complete Fashion and Hints magazines makes a comeback into the lifestyle scene with a toast event.

The Art of Beauty, is a classy three-hour event to toast the new revamped issue as well as celebrate the hair and beauty industries in Nigeria.

This event will set the pace for other beauty events scheduled for the rest of 2014 which will be revealed in due time.

The event will be attended by key players in the beauty industry as well as media representatives who will help increase the awareness of Beauty Box to its target audience.

The first issue for 2014 features the beautiful and eclectic Temi Dollface as the cover star is already available on newsstands and outlets. It features educative articles, amazing editorial shoots and interviews of singer/entrepreneur Denciaand music artist Glen as well. Plus alternative remedies to all our hair and beauty concerns, which is meant to take us to our desired beauty wonderland. This is one issue you MUST read.

DETAILS OF THE EVENT ARE AS FOLLOWS
Theme: The Art of Beauty
Day: Thursday Feb 20 2014
Venue: Clear Essence California Spa and Wellness Resort, 13 Alexander Street, Bourdillon, Ikoyi, Lagos
Time: 5-7pm (This event is strictly by invitation)
RSVP: Juliet (07061964949)

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CREDITS FOR TEMI DOLLFACE
Styled by Temi Dollface
Make-up by Mon Secrete Beaute
Photography by Lakin Oguunbawo

CREDITS FOR GLEN’S
Styled by Dejieniola
Photography by Moussa Moussa

CREDITS FOR DENCIA’S
Hair by Stan Robinson
Makeup and Style by Joe Exclusive

CREDITS FOR HAIR AND BEAUTY FEATURE
Hair by Jerryplus
Makeup by MUD Cosmetics
Models by Isis Modelling Agency
Photography: Moussa Moussa

For daily updates on your favourite magazine, follow us on Twitter: @beautyboxmag | www.facebook.com/beautyboxmagazine | Website:www.truetalespublications.com
 Beauty Box Magazine is OUT NOW.





BISOLA TOKAN'S 2ND TIME AROUND.

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Just incase you haven't been seeing her at soirees, shindigs and the likes or that you have noticed her absence from the scene, it's not for any other reason than the fact that Bisola Tokan (nee Dejonwo) is in her 3rd trimester for her 2nd baby. 


The very quiet eldest daughter of Wosilat Seriki and niece of top Nigerian Industrialist Chief Razak Akanni Okoya is on the 9 months course again and she would rather be very quiet about it. From our little findings, not too long soon, we should be hearing the joyful cries of the new born baby. 

In her absence her businesses especially the Bakery, which she has made a good success of in a short-while is doing very well. With headquarters at Lagos Island, and branches on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi & Ikota and more coming up, Madam Bisola is sure doing very well for herself. 

A big congratulations to her and her husband in advance.

KAREN IGHO SURVIVES CANCER SCARE

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Praise be to the most high for the good and marvelous things he has done, most especially in the life of the BB winner Karen Igho. Sometime ago, she had announced her dilemma via the social media about the fear of cancer. 

Now several weeks after that scare and after being on observation and receiving treatment in the UK, the likeable lady announced once again via the social media platform, that the red light has been dimmed and that she's now free of cancer. 

Thanks to God.

PRESIDENCY CALLS THE BLUFF OF SANUSI LAMIDO SANUSI GOVERNOR OF CBN AND IMMEDIATELY APPOINTS AN ACTING GOVERNOR

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DR SARAH ALADE IMMEDIATE LEFT

Apparently the FG couldn't take anymore again, the audacity and impunity with which the erstwhile Governor of the CBN had acted all this while, so they acted today with force, clamping down on the very outspoken Prince of Kano, Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi by placing him on suspension, though his tenure was only just remaining a few more months. 



Since the former CBN Governor had said at one time that he couldn't be sacked except by the House of Assembly, many had thought that he had become a bone in the throat of the powers that be in the Presidency and some of their supporters and had felt that the FG would have to make do and manage the so called excesses of the man, till the middle of the year. His outspokenness and his air of invincibility had irked many who had called severally for him to be axed.

But with the suspension placed on him now and the immediate appointment of an acting Governor, the FG might have played a masterstroke and most assuredly might get away with it. The only 2 institutions that might ask for a reversal of the suspension are the House of Assembly & the law courts. 

With the former, they can be convinced to foot drag and just act as if they are enraged while acting out a script. The reason for that might not be unconnected with the fact that the same CBN Governor had at one point accuse them of enjoying unnecessarily the Country's largesse. With the courts, it just depends also, there's just the 50/50 chance of an injunction to maintain status quo ante. If many would readily recall how the FG dealt with the former President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Ayo Isa Salami of the Judiciary. With all the court injunctions given in favour of Justice Salami; they just continued on as if nothing had happened until the man reached the retirement age and just had to go.

The way it is now, the FG has not fully sacked him, Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi might have played into the hands of a thoroughly embarrassed & unforgiven FG. 

So this might be the right time to say bye-bye to the great Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, who came, saw and conquered at the height of his career.  The Prince of Kano's suspension was announced by the SA to the President on Media & Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati who also announced the name of the acting Governor, Dr. Sarah Alade. Dr. Alade is currently the most senior, Deputy Governor at the CBN. 

The 52 years old, would be 53 on July 31, 2014. He was appointed as the CBN Governor on June 3, 2009, succeeding Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo. He would have been

AFRICA FASHION WEEK LONDON PREPARES FOR A SUPERSONIC 2014 EDITION

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With preparations already in full swing for the 4th edition of Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) on the 7th-9thAugust, the organizers of Africa Fashion Week London have announced that they will also be hosting the first Africa Fashion Week Nigeria on the 17th& 18th of May.

 Established in 2011, AFWL was borne out of the urgent need to support young and emerging African inspired designers in the UK and globally providing them with a professional and affordable showcasing platform that enables them to create awareness, visibility and exposure for themselves, a platform that celebrates their own kind of fashion sense and themes.
The event is fast becoming the biggest African inspired fashion event in the UK, combining runway and fashion exhibition shows in three days of perfectly paced illuminating expos. AFWL as a platform has hosted the creations of over 200 African and African inspired designers from across the African continent and the Diaspora.

From the success of the Africa Fashion Week London and the influx of creativity from Nigerian designers presented during the past editions of AFWL, we decided to host the Africa Fashion Week in Nigeria (AFWN) as there are still talented young and emerging designers who have not been privileged with the opportunity to showcase on an international platform.

 AFWN intends to provide the opportunity of wide exposure to up & coming designers who have not been discovered, yet have a lot of creativity to show the world.  However for creativity to grow there needs to be a platform that celebrates and supports it, hence contributing to its growth.
 Nigerian designers are drawing their inspiration from years of cultural fashion history and refitting it for modern-day life, creating apparel that can actually sell at home and abroad.

 NIGERIA’S NEXT TOP DESIGNER,( NNTD)

AFRICA FASHION WEEK LONDON has also launched THE FIRST REALITY TV SHOW FOR DESIGNERS IN NIGERIA  (A COMPETITION SERIES)
 A magnificent platform for emerging designers, it is a talent hunt show, aimed at bringing together various fashion designers from across the country to showcase the richness of the Nigerian Fashion Culture and fabrics.
 Hundreds of young designers turned up from different states in Nigeria for the NNTD auditions, where they were narrowed down to 21 contestants who will be going into the NNTD house. The winner goes home with prizes including an all expense paid trip to showcase at AFWL 2014.
                                                         

TEMI DOLLFACE HOLDS FANS TO RANSOM AT HENNESSY SMW AFTER PARTY!

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FADE OGUNRO, TOLA ODUNSI & TEMI DOLLFACE
TEMI PERFORMING
TEMI ON THE FLOOR SINGING

The ongoing Social Media Week after party which holds every night this week at Pravada Night Club was hosted last night by music label, Storm 360 and Beat FM. 


Temi DollFace who was the performer for the night held guests spell bound as she performed her single, "Pata Pata". The sultry singer laid flat on the floor as she told guests she would not get up until her performance was properly appreciated.


Guests who were absent minded during the early part of her performance, got on their feet applauding the young singer until she got up.

The event which is supported by premium cognac brand, Hennessy, will continue tonight at the same venue, Pravada in Victoria Island. The party will be hosted by popular music label, EME which comprises talented artistes; Wizkid, Banky W, Niyola, DJ Xclusive and Shaydee.

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SASHA P

SASHA P & JAYWON

FADE OGUNRO & TEMI DOLLFACE








SASHA P & FADE OGUNRO





FADE OGUNRO

OYO STATE COMMISSIONER FOR INDUSTRIES, APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY WEDS THIS WEEKEND

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Adedapo Lam-Adesina, the son of the former Governor of Oyo State and the current Commissioner for Industries, Applied Science & Technology is set to walk down the aisle with his gorgeous girlfriend of 7 years, Oluwatosin Osewa. 

According to the gist, the d-day is this Saturday, February 22, 2014 in Ibadan, Oyo State. We would update the story, when we get the more finer details of the upcoming nuptial.

ANITA JOSEPH: WHAT WOULDN'T SHE DO FOR ATTENTION!!!

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 Anita Joseph, is the very voluptuous, supposed actress and wannabe musician. She has been in the industry for at least a decade and in all of those years, she's tried very hard to stand out and one can't really say this or that is the reason for her fame or should we say notoriety. 

If one cannot point at one major reason she's supposedly a d-rated star, one must try to give it to her for the pains she goes through to always be in the eye of the public. For that alone she deserves an A-plus. 

For the sheer cheek of it, check out these new pictures of her showcasing her undoubted talent and the va-va-voom body that must mean so much to her. We are too sure that if nothing is coming out of all these exposures, she wouldn't have continued to assail us with them. So if its paying her bills, please continue.

OUR BELLE OF THE DAY IS NONE OTHER THAN SIKIRATU SINDODO

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What more do we need to say about this extraordinarily popular Nigerian actress that hasn't been said already? She's undoubtedly one of the most popular & most celebrated in the Yoruba speaking genre of the Nollywood industry. 

She's well packaged in all the right areas, especially ''Manchesterly'' and ''Arsenally''. It doesn't end there, she's very light in complexioned in those ways that the cream has helped to achieve. She also loves to carry them ''imitation' logofied bags and shoes. Can one really blame her for the last part? Many do that also and they are not actresses.

One thing you cannot take away from her though, is her excellent acting abilities. She knows how to interpret those her 'kinda' roles so well. So kudos.

By virtue of the fact that she's gorgeous, she acts well, she's a lover not a fighter, also because she could be a good ambassador for those who make toning creams et al. She's also a perfect wife material who knows how to cook (we would have to ask MC Oluomo about that), who doesn't play with her 5 prayers a day. She's our undisputed queen of the day; belle of the day. Please take a bow Sikiratu Sindodo!!!You deserve all the accolades.

BASKETMOUTH UNCENSORED 2014 IN LONDON SCORES ANOTHER SLAMDUNK

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The way the Pound Sterling must be rushing in for Bright Okpocha & his partners, very soon the heir-apparent to the crown of Comedy in Nigeria, might soon own his own bank ooooo. There's even the gist that he has bought his own PJ already. However all of you wants to define the PJ is left to you. 

Like he normally does around Valentine every year in London, he had another supersonic showcase at the Indigo O2 arena, in London on February 16, 2014. Basketmouth and his co-travelers were in their elements, dishing out a continuous flow of jokes and jibes to the delight of all. It was a sold out crowd again, which has become very usual with anything Basketmouth and CokoBar.com is involved in. 

So great were the number of those that came to watch, that many were turned back as the venue was packed out. So you can understand what we mean by him raking in the Pound Sterling anyhow. Unlike we usually do, we weren't on ground this year to cover the show. But we still got some pictures for your viewing delight.

OUR HOT DELICIOUS CANDY IS TOYIN LAWANI CARRYING HER BABY BUMP WITH APLOMB!!!

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This edition of EM, that's the new improved Exquisite Magazine is most probably their best ever cover, bar none. It stars none other than an incredible personality, in the person of serial entrepreneur Toyin Lawani. 

We have never seen Toyin look this good before. It's obvious she was at peace with herself with this pregnancy. Showing off the baby bump with unbelievable aplomb!!! She's most probably the first person in Nigeria, willing to expose the bump and do so with so much swag and style. That Exquisite Magazine could do this must be commended also. Since their anniversary edition 2 magazines or so ago, they seem to be on the quest to be the best Lifestyle Magazine around. So Kudos to Tewa Onasanya, the editor-in-chief and publisher and even Toyin Lawani, their cover personality who also doubles as their Fashion Editor. 

This edition of EM is a must for all lovers of all that's good and stylish. For the 1st time in a long while, Toyin reveals so much about herself and the joy of carrying her delicious baby bump.

EM: What trimester of the pregnancy do you think is or was the easiest for you?
Toyin: The second trimester
EM: Tell us about your first pregnancy and this present one?
Toyin: The first one was quite comfortable and less stressful as I was younger at the time and she is now 8 years old and the face of Elegante kids, my fashion line for the younger ones
EM: How has your diet changed during pregnancy?
Toyin: I have an amazing cook which has made it easy for me to stick to my vegetables. I eat more of broccoli carrots and grilled fish/chicken and I love smoothies …avocado prawn salad is my favourite for now and I had to cut down on my sugar.
EM: What was your first thought when you knew you were pregnant?
Toyin: The first thought was “I hope I remember how I did it the first time” but well its maternal instincts it always comes back.
EM: Tell us about your style before and after pregnancy.
Toyin: My style hasn’t changed much from before. I love standing out and being unique and don’t think pregnancy should make you change how you dress. You just wear more comfortable clothes, but you can still keep it edgy
Also featured in the issue are fashion spreads, showcasing different fashion trends currently in vogue around the world, featuring Nigeria’s Next Supermodel winner, Cynthia Abdullahi.
Get your daily dose of Exquisite Magazine, at:
Twitter: @exquisitemagzn
Instagram: exqusitemagzinenigeria
Telephone: 0188987532
Cynthia Abdulahi, the NNSM winner is showcased on many pages. Looking at the well chiseled wonder girl, we are of the opinion another Oluchi might have appeared on the horizon. It's sure a must get!!! Go grab your copy right away. 
  
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KEVIN LUCIANO GABRIEL VS KCEE'S 5 STAR MUSIC (HARRYSONG) IN N2OMILLION LAWSUIT

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KEVIN LUCIANO GABRIEL
 
KCEE & HARRYSONG

For daring to steal another label's artiste, music superstar Kcee's label 5 Star music is in trouble and the trouble is worth N20MILLION. The originator of trouble is none other than the interim President of PMAN, in the person of Questionmark Entertainment boss, Kevin Luciano Gabriel. 

When the going was still very good Harrysong, the master music writer known for hits like Limpopo, tribute to Mandela which broke all download records in the country and many others was signed on to Questionmark records. At the height of the record label's glory it had many stars signed to it like Asa, Silver Saddih, Street Monks etc. With many of them leaving under some circumstances that were not too palatable. The latest in the series is Harrysong, whose full name is Harrison Tare Okiri. 

Kevin Luciano his former label boss is totally incensed that an artist that his brand had invested time, money and sweat on in this day and time, who is still supposedly under contract can feel he can jettison his contract at will without fulfilling the terms of that contract and then go on to sign with another. According to the story, Kcee under the pretext of working with Harrysong and doing some collaboration had lured another label's artiste and signed him on to his own label 5 Star Music, splashing all the goodies on his new artiste (a car and a new apartment and major press). Truth be told, since the collaboration between Kcee & Harrysong began, loads of good has come from it, with both artistes churning out hits after hits, like Limpopo, Pullover and a few more and enjoying major recognition. Harrison not too long ago, just came back from an  MTN sponsored all expenses paid trip to the Grammy awards, for his song ''tribute to Mandela''.

So the price he and his new record label would have to pay (that's if they lose) for that indiscretion and breach in contract is the N20 million Naira suit instituted by Kevin Luciano. 

Can a compromise be reached between the 2 parties? We do not know yet, but we are all watching as the drama unfolds, as this case would act as forerunner for many other cases like this to come.  Can artiste who is signed to a binding contract halfway through the contract suddenly cancel it, without the other party's consent?

K1 D ULTIMATE'S 3 WEDDINGS & A BIRTHDAY

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No no no, it's not what you think. King Wasiu Ayinde (Anifowoshe) Marshall is not marrying 3 at a time. Not at all. Come next month, which is the 3rd month of the year, precisely on Monday, March 3, Tuesday, March 4, Thursday, March 6 and finally Sunday, March 9, 2014 there would be celebration galore in the household of the Anifowoshe's. 

The first celebration has to do with the birthday of the man many have come to acclaim as the king of Fuji music, K1 the ultimate, on the said date he would add a year and clock 57 years old. A day after that celebration on the 4th, one of his daughters by name Hidayat would be having her Nikkai, some 2 days after another daughter would do the same on the 6th, while 3 days after that another daughter by name Sekinat would enjoy the same ceremony. All 3 of them under the space of 6 days!!!

Why all this different dates all for the same man baffles one. At best a consolidation of all the Nikkai ceremonies would have been cost effective. But how does that concern us anyway. It's K1 the ultimate thing, how he wants to do his thing is totally his wahala!!!!!!

AISHA SULEIMAN ACHIMUGU'S SUPER SCINTILLATING 40TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION IN ABUJA

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AISHA SULEIMAN ACHIMUGU CUTTING HER CAKE
AISHA IN BLUE WALID ATALLAH WITH BOLA AWOSIKA BEHIND
AISHA IN YELLOW WALID WITH MICHELLE DEDE
The level of your worth in our very fickle society can most often be measured by the caliber of people you pull to your event (parties, launch etc). Most often the number of Governors you attract and other Government functionaries inclusive would determine sometime the amount of respect some would give to you. That's just how our world is and it cannot be changed otherwise in just one night.

One of the young pillars of the Abuja business and social scene in the person of Aisha Suleiman Achimugu recently clocked 40 years old. And to celebrate reaching that age many believes precedes lives enjoyment, she threw down the red carpet and rolled out the drums. 

The day of celebration was Friday, February 21, 2014. The venue of choice when it comes to event of this magnitude is always either the Transcorp Hilton or the ThisDay Dome in Abuja. For this particular event ThisDay Dome was the choice. 

It was a super duper, scintillating and totally gorgeous event, that attracted top Government functionaries both based in Abuja & those outside, several 1st ladies were in attendance and one of those we could recognise very easily was the wife of the Governor of Nasarawa State and the man known to be the 'Father Xmas from the South-south, His Excellency Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom. 

To show you all the caliber of party it was, even the designer whose clothes x 4 the 'birthday girl' wore flew in to celebrate with her. It was none other than Lebanese born International designer of repute Walid Atallah, known world over for his wondrous outfits worn specially by the creme of the Arab world's royalty with some outfit going for as much as $1.2 million dollars. Walid came with Mariam Mohammed, the MD of SaturnGates who also owns the PR company that manages his affairs in Africa. Mariam as usual wore an heavenly white Walid Atallah's creation. 

 Aisha the gorgeous birthday girl wore about 4 different Walid Atallah's creation at her party and they were all exquisite with a capital 'E'. Just try to imagine the cost of each of those gowns!!!Hmmmmm. 

It wasn't just Walid that came in, in tow with him also from Dubai was Najwa Sultan better known in the Arab world as their very own Beyonce. Najwa is one of the best & most popular singers in the Middle East. 

The likes of the incomparable Asa, the superlative Tuface Idibia, the Arabian Beyonce-Najwa Sultan & a popular South African singer all performed to everyone's delight at the party. Prior to this party at the ThisDay Dome, a couple of friends of the birthday girl had hosted her to a  surprise birthday shindig a couple of days before at another venue in Abuja that had the likes of Banky W, Chidinma & Addiction performing. 

One of the major highlights of the main party at the ThisDay Dome, was the stupendous 40th birthday cake(s). It was humongous and couldn't have been less than 40 cakes in all in tiers all placed together. It was dramatic no doubt. See what money can make happen!!! The other highlight was the change of clothes. It was one dramatic Walid Atallah outfit after another in Blue-Yellow-White and another colour. 

All in all it was a big party that was very well put together and all who were there attested to the fact that they had major fun. 

For those who might not readily recall who Aisha Suleiman Achimugu is. The young lady is the MD/CEO of Felak Concepts Limited. A company that is into Consultancy Services related to Health, Equipment procurement, training and Capacity building. Prior to this the award winning Dr. Aisha had made her mark in maritime & transportation engineering. She is the 1st woman transaction advisor/consultant to develop a seaport (Ibaka Seaport) in Nigeria.

Happy birthday and many happy returns of the day.

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