WALTER WAGBATSOMA: THE CAT WITH 9 LIVES

WALTER WAGBATSOMA ON THE LEFT

For those who know Walter Wagbatsoma, he needs no introduction whatsoever. But for those who might have only heard the name before, but who don't know the legend behind the mask, Walter Wagbatsoma is the enigma behind Ontario Oil & Gas & the company's Executive Vice-Chairman. And a certified billionaire many times over. 

He is one of the biggest players in the oil and gas sector of the economy as we speak presently, that he has done well for himself from very humble beginnings as a banker is like stating the very obvious.  He loves to be in the background, and that's because he is not the loud type, but his legend goes before him, if not for the recent subsidy investigation, where his company was one of those under investigation, he would have continued to live under the radar. The only other thing known about him is that he loves to sip that special cognac at the Southern Sun, said to cost about #2.2 Million per bottle. Those who know him well attest to the fact that he is a man of means, who is also very generous to those around him. 

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MISS NIGERIA 2013 GATHERS MOMENTUM- SEE THE 5 COMMENTATORS CHOICE

QUEEN CELESTINE

AKUDO EZINNE & QUEEN CELESTINE

This year's edition of the Miss Nigeria Pageant is going to be one of the most keenly contested ever in its history.  At least 70 per cent of the girls stands a chance. So apart from their physical beauty, what would stand the best out would be poise, intelligence, delivery and confidence.

Since after we did the report of the unveiling of the 36, our readers have reacted and have made their choice known. Out of the lucky 36 vying for the highly coveted crown, 5 have emerged as the public's favourite and they are, in no particular order - 

Queen Celestine ,

Akudo Ezinne,

Adolph Barbara,

Oghenevwede Anita Precious and

 Iheukwumere Annabelle. 

Would any of these 5 reach the finals? Would one of them get to wear the crown? Let's wait and see. D-day remains Saturday, July 6, 2013. Venue remains the Grand-ball room of the very prestigious InterContinental Hotel on 52, Kofo Abayomi, Victoria Island, Lagos.

May the best girl win the crown.

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ANGELA EBAGUA & HER DOTING STEP-SON

Many are still talking about this wedding everywhere. It is one wedding that would not be forgotten in a hurry for a while to come. So opulent it was, that it would take a while for any wedding to match it, in terms of expenses and opulence. But that's not what this is all about. 

Many had wondered aloud, on how come the mother of the groom's presence was not felt in any way at her son's nuptial ceremony. The way it is, is that the wedding day is one of the happiest moments of any mom & dad's life. So many had expected that since the boy getting married is not the child of the wife presently at home, it's one opportunity for the estranged lady to shine and revel in her son's happy day. But alas! Tosin mother was nowhere near the venue of the ceremony, she wasn't even in Dubai, the UAE in any capacity. 

Why? We do not know. But what we can tell you all for a fact is that, Tosin's step-mom, the gorgeous heart-beat of Otunba Jide Omokore, in the person of Angela Ebagua , was very prominent at the wedding. In fact, she stood in very well as the mother of the groom. This we hear was the case because she and the groom have a fantastic relationship, based on mutual respect and admiration.

No wonder madam went to Dubai with a fully loaded Private Jet carrying friends and well-wishers. The pj we hear belongs to her and not even her husband, who we hear owns like 4.

WHERE IS DABOTA LAWSON?

Ex-beauty queen, she was Miss Nigeria UK 2009/2010 a few years back, and sometime model, Dabota Lawson has been off the radar for a few months now. At one point there had been the uproar about her indulgence in plastic surgery and that had gotten loads on tongue wagging.  Her sudden absence in the past few weeks from the social scene, where she used to appear a lot has further heightened everyone's curiosity . 

But from the little snippets we have been able to pull together from here and there, there's the speculation that she might have gone off the scene due to ill-health, some have speculated that it's a combination of malaria and typhoid that has greatly affected her, making her look gaunt. 

Naysayers have instead gone to town to say, her ill-health has nothing to do with malaria/typhoid but that it's from complications arising from her supposed plastic surgery gone awry. So who do we believe?

Another group says that her new frail look, is because Dabota has deliberately decided to throw-off excess weight. Which is the reason for her new look. 

We very recently, came across a new picture of the supposedly frail-looking & gaunt lady and thought to show to you all. While asking the question, So Dabota what's up? What's the true situation of things? Where and why are you hiding?

IS VIXEN SET FOR A MUSIC CAREER?

We believe you all know who Vixen is? Just in case, we all do not, we are talking about Yvonne 'Vixen' Ekwerre, the young and beautiful lady at SilverBird Television, where she's a TV presenter/producer. Apart from this, she's always regularly seen on the red-carpets looking smoking hot, while mingling with the celebs & stars conducting interviews. 

News coming to us, suggests that the delightsome one, might be fleeting with a career in music, how so, you all might be wondering? She's said to have gone to the studio not too long ago and has come out with a single which is supposed to be a secret known only to a few, but according to those who have heard it, they say it's a fantastic jam that would win to her side loads and loads of new fans. It's so great that Vixen is using another of her many talents. And we are all expecting the day the full body of work would be ready for everyone.

 
Way to girl !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WIZKID IN BAD CAR CRASH, PORSCHE PANAMERA BADLY DAMAGED

BEFORE CAR CRASH

ACCIDENTED PANAMERA

 Rave of the moment, the one and only Wizkid just yesterday afternoon Friday, June 14, 2013 escaped death and injury by whiskers. Accident scene was the expressway junction just opposite the Oriental Hotel on the Island. The car involved in the bad car crash was none other than his nearly one month old monster car, the Porsche Panamera 4-door saloon that he took delivery of a few weeks ago. 

We heard that in the car with him were about 2 female companions, who with the star musician escaped without a scratch. According to those at the scene, Wizkid was the 4th person to have been involved in a crash at that same spot that day. 

Yesterday was sure a bad day for the fantastic musician, who is having the best season of his life right now as a musician. But we thank God that he escaped a bad situation with his life and body intact. For that car to be back on the road several millions would have to be expended. We hope he had a comprehensive insurance. As to what caused the accident or what was causing the accidents, we couldn't readily ascertain. 

At least it's the car that got damaged, not our beloved Wizkid. 

Car crash pictures were courtesy of http://perspective-changer.blogspot.com

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FAIZER OMOKORE'S DAD REMOVED FROM POST ?

 

PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN

Can it be true? If it is then, it's just a little snag for the father of the newly married Faizer Omokore. The speculation is that, it is because of the lavishness of the daughter's wedding that the permanent secretary at the Ministry of Petroleum Resources has been removed and is ready to be redeployed. Sequel to the removal from his post, a director in the ministry has been directed to take over as acting PS immediately.

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BEST DESTINATION WEDDING PACKAGE EVER 1- GAMBIA

Have you ever dreamt of having a glorious destination wedding in any of the exciting exotic locations around? Have you ever thought of who would help to make your dream come true, without the package costing you, your neck and your arm? If you have ever had this thought or dream, then we have got the tailor made solution for you. 

No stress, no fuss, go to sleep and wake up to the reality of your dreams. Gambia in the palm of your hand at the same cost you could have had your wedding here. But in addition you get a very picturesque environment, fantastic security, unbelievably fantastic world-class services, Budget wedding and honeymoon at the same time and so much more.

It's an Africholidays Package at one of the most beautiful places in Africa.

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WINES OF SOUTH AFRICA AND NELSON MANDELA GRANDTASTING UPCOMING EVENT

Wines of South Africa 2^nd Grand Tasting will be held at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, on the 19^th July 2013 starting from 18:00 – 22:00. This event coincides with the Nelson Mandela Day celebrations around the globe and South African wine producers will showcase over 336 wines from different regions in the Cape Winelands.

Following the success of last year’s October 2012 tasting, this annual event is now established as a platform that delivers an up-market audience in a very prestigious environment. This tasting event aims to promote awareness of the South African category in the Nigerian market, the 12^th largest importer of packaged wine from South Africa and the third biggest among African countries.

Wines will be presented in a walk around tasting targeting trade such as importers, distributors and portfolio managers working in the food and beverage/hospitality industry. We also want to engage with consumers in the Nigeria market and demystify wine and make it more accessible to everyone.
These are some of the fine South African wines that will be showcased at the event and some presented by the principals of the of the wineries and guests can come prepared with taste buds ready to be dazzled and questions that will leave them better informed about South African Wines and be rest assured to have an good time.

Cape Diamond Wines, Remhoogte Wine Estate, Tokara, Napier, Riebeek Cellars, Asara, Laricmal, The Township Winery, Robinson & Sinclair, Food & Wine Factory, MAN Vintners, Kanu Wines, Vinglo Wines, Bizoe Wines, Sijnn Wines, De Trafford, DGB Wines, Grande Provence Wines, Overhex Wines International, Ses'fikile Wines, Waterford Estate Wines, Pernod Ricard Wines, Uni Wines, Diemersdal Wines, Oldenburg Wines, Lathitha Wines, Cape Dreams Wines and Raka Wines.

The event is being put together and coordinated by Spronks Creations Ltd, the organisers of the Nigeria wine and spirit festival now Nigeria international wine and spirit fair.

For more information on Wines of South Africa Grand Tasting please contact:

Mrs Aderonke Sobodu on grandtasting@spronks.com Tel:  +234-8033816508 or +234 8097776657.

AFRICA FASHION RECEPTION IN PARIS

AFRICA FASHION RECEPTION TO GATHER THE CONTINENT LEADING DESIGNERS IN PARIS, ON JUNE 22^ND, 2013, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE WORLD FASHION EXHIBITION AND WORLD FASHION ORGANIZATION.

Legendary Gold Limited in Collaboration with the World Fashion Organization and the World Fashion Exhibition will present the First Africa Fashion Reception with the support of the Nigerian Embassy in France. The prestigious evening  will be held on June 22^nd, at the historic Salle Wagram in Paris.

The Africa Fashion Reception is one of the activities lined up by the World Fashion Organization that will act as a countdown to the World Fashion Week, Paris 2014. It will be presenting designers from over 20 African countries with only one nominated designer representing each of those countries.

The Africa Fashion Reception will be welcoming to Paris Ambassadors, First Ladies and VIPs from participating countries, local and international press and buyers from around the world.

Participating designers by country includes Anggy Haif, Cameroun, Francois 1er, Burkina Faso, Soucha, Egypt, Fay designs, Zambia, B’Exotiq by Bee Arthur, Ghana, Kipusa, Kenya, Moie, Liberia, Maria Bocoum, Mali, Siham El Habti, Morocco, Frank Osodi, Nigeria, Lilly Alfonso, Malawi, Dady de Maximo, Rwanda, Nafytoo, Senegal, Diana Fashion, Tanzania, Tim Creation, Ivory Coast, JSE Couture, South Africa, Genet’s Garment, Ethiopia, Wogui, Mozambique and Chaivo designs, Zimbabwe.

During the Africa Fashion Reception, the World Fashion Exhibition® will be presented, showcasing Haute Couture Masterpieces from designers of over 30 nations.

The Africa Fashion Reception is aimed at creating global market for garments and lifestyle products from Africa while supporting the empowerment of African rural women through fashion vocation enterprise. To this end, the Better Life for African Rural Women.www.betterlife-africa.org is the benefitting foundation of AFR.