GUESS WHO IS BACK IN TOWN 2 ?

You all don't need to think for too long. It's none other than Chalya Shagaya. The gorgeous Stylist of note, who at a point while in Nigeria was a staff of Oando and had left Nigeria quite suddenly several years ago, many had come up with many excuses on why they thought she relocated, but Chalya herself had kept mum all throughout, and had gone on to work with several celebrities in the United States doing what she knows best; STYLING.

KEZIAH JONES & HAUWA MUKAN OFFICIALLY ENGAGED?????

THE COUPLE-KEZIAH & HAUWA

The unconfirmed news in town amongst the very privileged few is that ace Neo-Soul artist Olufemi Sanyaolu better known by all as Keziah Jones is officially engaged to his longtime beau-Hauwa Mukan.

STYLEMANIA ISSUE 4 OUT SOON!

The special Christmas edition of StyleMania Magazine to hit the newsstands soon features TY Bello; the ace photographer and musician. This edition also features an exclusive interview with Samson Siasia, Omoyemi Akerele, Bez, Azuka Ogujiuba, Peju Alatise and an incisive history of the Nigerian fashion industry; catch an eyeful of great gift ideas and glamorous party looks.
For further enquires, subscription, advertising and back issue, call: 07058109821 or 08025954648 write to editor@maniamag.org.

SAD SAD DAY YESTERDAY AS ROBBERS STRUCK AT GTBANK SABO, SAGAMU

It's a day many would not forget for as long as they live, when terrifying looking men of the underworld struck in broad daylight at a branch of GTBank, Sabo, Sagamu in Ogun State yesterday November 24, 2011. Carting away a substantial amount of money, value of which has not been fully ascertained and in the wake of the dare-devil attack they left pain, anguish and irreparable sorrow.

The heavily armed robbers were said to announced themselves early yesterday morning by shooting sporadically into the air to scare all and sundry and caused commotion, in the pandemonium that ensured, they had easy access to the bank, and carted away a yet to be disclosed, but thought to be large amount of money and other valuables they could lay hands on. In the aftermath, several of the bank staffs were said to have been injured, several fatality was recorded in their bid to escape, unconfirmed report says about 10 people made up of vigilantes and bystanders were killed by stray bullets.

Curiously, we hear that apart from the fact that the money stolen and other valuables were INSURED, the staff members whose lives are constantly online in the course of their jobs do not enjoy the same privilege! .  We tried getting the response of the GTBank spokesperson-Ogechi Nwachukwu on the development, but she didn't respond to our enquiry.

RIP-LEYE BALOGUN

JUST A DAY TO GO TO NNSM 2011!!!!

 

REGINA JANE JERE MALANDA & SINEM BINEM-ONABANJO

ABUJA BASED TOP DESIGNER-FATIMA ALIYU & FRIEND

SAMER RATTA-EXECUTIVE MANAGER-INTERNAIONAL MODA STYLE

GRAND PRIZE

The D-day is tomorrow-November 20, 2011 and the venue remains the same-the beautiful hall of the Oriental Hotel, along the Lekki-Epe expressway on the Island. The event is this year's edition of the Nigeria's Next Super model competition, so it’s the final day to make sure to cross the-t’s and to dot the i's. According to the organizers of the event, they are doing all within their means to put together the best edition of the event so far.

INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE RACKS

JENNIFER HUDSON

DANA OWENS AKA QUEEN LATIFAH

The latest edition of Ebony Magazine covers the incredibly blessed Singer, Actress, Wife and Mother-Jennifer Hudson whose body size (supposedly size 0) at a point caused loads of hoopla! With many accusing her of preaching the gospel of been a size 0. She told Ebony ''she never at any time said anything about her size, especially on a show she never attended! ''.

While the latest edition of More Magazine has on its cover the gorgeous and fantastically talented Actress, Singer/Rapper,Producer,Model/Brand ambassador and Talk-show host-Queen Latifah.
Who for the 1st time in 2 decades, spoke about the death of her brother-Lance Owens and her decision to adopt a child, a decision she said had been contemplating since she was 17 or 18 years old.

FALLY IPUPA LIVE IN LAGOS!!!!!-ITS THE BATTLE OF THE FINE BOYS

This weekend is going to be very HOT!!!!! In Lagos ,The Harbour Point on the Island is the venue to be at as 2 of Africa's best: the one and the only TUFACE IDIBIA, who only just returned from one of the best shows in London so far this year, where he slam-dunked everyone at the Indigo2 at a show tagged Bucklwld & Breathless and the biggest Congolese Export to the Universe so far- the quick, the nimble, the handsome and the mad sexy dancer and crooner known and called FALLY IPUPA would be performing Loud and Clear at ''THE CONCERT''-which is been powered by AutoLounge where Larry Onuegbu is the Head Honcho, like he said when we spoke with him ''Lagos is gonna be on a Lock Down this weekend''.

FOLAKE MAJIN AND DAUGHTERS STAGE FASHION SHOW

Fashion designer Folake Majin is set to unveil “The Royal collection” alongside “The Breathless Experience” Collection by Miss Majin and “The Circle Revolution Collection” by GM4FM’s Gogo Majin

The ‘strictly by invitation’ event will be showcased at the Civic Center on Sunday the 20th of November starting from 6pm.

4 CAUGHT IN THE ACT!!!!!!!!!!

For the sake of decency, we have decided not to publish the pictures the way we got it and have decided to cover all the vitals and even part of their faces. We are quite sure you are still wondering what we might be on about.

Lastnite we got a picture, that showed 4 supposedly young, Nigerian undergraduates, said to be students of a Federal University in a state in the middle belt part of Nigeria. We are quite sure you are still wondering what could have been so outrageous about the 4 students! The 4 were supposedly caught while engrossed, excitingly devouring each other’s erogenous zones in erotic bliss, so far gone in the act were they, that they didn't know when someone walked in, in shock at the scene before her, the unwelcome intruder raised an alarm which attracted other students and the 4 ladies were paraded shame-faced before all in the NUDE!!.

AMA & POJU'S WEDDING

POJU AND AMA

By popular demand we had to do everything possible to get some pictures from the Nuptial ceremony that later became an anti-climax. Many had expected a lot of fanfare as Ama the daughter of the former highest ranking diplomat in the world - her dad was the former UN secretary General-Kofi Annan; was getting married, many had thought many top government functionaries, past and present heads of government and many other celebrities would attend the wedding ceremony. But alas!, the only celebrities in attendance at the wedding in Ghana, were many socialite friends of the bride. In all it was a very understated ceremony, that some even thought was a bit too understated.

THE SUPER SPECTACULAR VICTORIA'S SECRET SHOW.

We still wonder why? if it’s only just about the Lingerie. The media hype that follows this brand is 2nd to none and their brand ambassadors are a selection of some of the best and best paid in the industry and the sheer magnitude of their shows is always indescribable. The brand recently had another super duper showcase with Nicki Minaj, Adam Levine of Maroon 5, Kanye West and Jay Z as special attraction. Here is the show in living colour.

MFR FOR STEPHANIE OKEREKE & 5 OTHERS

While some like acclaimed Poet, Novelist, Critic Professor Chinua Achebe acknowledged as one of the greatest living African writers & noted Politician and a member of the National Assembly-Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila would scorn the National Honors and rightly so, we believe their reasons for the rejection of the National honors, twice by the Professor were valid. Many others are so full of joy, that their nation has recognized them and rightly honored them.

PRESIDENT GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN & STEPHANIE OKEREKE

STEPHANIE OKEREKE

56,000 POUNDS FOR 16TH BIRTHDAY

THE GIFT WRAPPED SUV-REPUTED TO BE THE BEST SUV IN THE WORLD

KENDALL & ELATED MOM

Some sure know how to spend the money!!!. For clocking 16 -SWEET SIXTEEN-like some would like to call it; Kim Kardashian's younger sister Kendall Jenner got a fantastic birthday surprise worth a whopping $90,000 about 56,000 Pounds to make the day. That's the cost of a brand new, black 2012 Range Rover SUV. Isn't she just a very lucky young girl?

HOT OR NOT? WHAT DO YOU THINK?

She's one of those entertainers that we can say has owned this year-2011. Fantastic album sales, sold out concerts and always permanently in the media eye. One other thing she's known for apart from her very raunchy dance routine is her va va voom style of dressing, some describe it as overly sexy, while others just feels she's just being expressive. In this picture while in London she's showing her garter belts hooked to her pantyhose for all to see, and those American flag micro-shorts and boots are just so........... Is she HOTTTT!!!! OR NOT????. What do you think?

SPECIAL SPOTLIGHT ON MIDE'S MANE

Welcome to the world of Mide's Mane, 100% authentic Virgin Hair. 5 extraordinary hair ranges of the best textures you can imagine. 

TADE

This is one of the best hair textures on the planet! The quality of this hair is very rich and it reigns supreme.  It comes in natural colors varying from brown, light brown to near blond, and sometimes even auburn.

Tade comes mostly naturally straight but sometimes, wavy variants are acquired. Tade is quite rare, hence a little pricey but it’s worth it!

Tade comes from 6’’ to 20. Please note that it is impossible to find this hair in lengths longer than 20’’.

TADE

ANINO

Anino is a new entrant to the hair industry. This is light and delicate hair with a very fine texture. It comes in straight and wavy textures, Anino has a high density and it has a lot of volume. It also retains moisture remarkably well. This hair comes in natural colors- brown; light brown, red and sometimes auburn.

Anino comes mostly in long lengths (from 16’’ upwards) but we sometimes have them in 12’’ and 14’’.

Anino curls well with heat but loves bendy rollers.

ANINO

FAMILY ON FIRE-THE PREMIERE

SAM ANWUZIA CEO OF ZAFAA AWARDS & YETUNDE ODUWOLE

RAMSEY NOUAH & FAN

SEGUN ARINZE & FUNKE AKINDELE-AKA JENIFA

Just like we had promised, we bring to your viewing pleasure the happenstances at the premiere of the new film-Family on Fire by legendary producer/director-Tade Ogidan, which held last weekend in London and had many of the stars in the film in attendance. VENUE was: Lighthouse, 262 Camberwell Rd, SE5 0DP.

PLEASE DRIVE CAREFULLY, LIFE HAS NO DUPLICATE!!!!

We feel so sad writing about this, but we just have to. Its the ember months-October, November and December and not much before another year would end. We don't know why, but there is a general belief that more accidents and crime occur during these months, so the need for us all to be more careful especially when driving.

Last night a supposedly very terrible auto crash occured, that claimed the lives of 3 young Nigerians, who could have become leaders of tomorrow-2 young ladies and a guy. The picture of the 3 dead is so gory we cannot afford to publish. The trio were said to have made rounds at some fun-spots and just after they left a very popular club/joint they had a ghastly auto crash they left all 3 dead, we could not get proper details as there are conflicting reports about where the accident occured-Either the mainland or the Island.

Contrary to some information, the joint-REHAB on the Island they were thought to have been coming from didn't open this weekend, they had been shut for renovation since November 6, and would be till the 1st week of December,2011.
We can only commiserate with the families of the dead ones and hope God would give them the fortitude to bear the terrible loss.
But we would love to appeal to everyone to always drive carefully and also not to drink and drive or even drive when drunk.

COUNTDOWN TO NFW 2011-THIS YEAR'S THEME IS-GOING GREEN!

LEXY MOJO EYES-MD LEGENDARY GOLD

All arrangements towards the successful hosting of the Nigeria Fashion Week 2011 are on. Scheduled for 16^th – 19^th November at the prestigious MUSON Centre, the NFW is organised by Legendary Gold Limited in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Culture & Tourism and the World Fashion Organization.

IGBO KWEENU!!!! GET READY FOR IKORO NDI IGBO GALA/AWARDS 2011

IKORO (translation; talking drum) is commonly  used  in the Igbo land to summon the community to the palace or market  square for special meetings, announcements  or occasions.

The IKORO AWARD is designed  and instituted to bring together in a grandeur style of appreciating ,recognising  and celebrating  valued contributions made through patriotic visionary ‘Ndi Igbo’  sons and daughters  in the diaspora with biographies of greatness ,awards and achievements  in various  fields  of vocation and have not only impacted positively in the society but have been seen as role models and an inspiration to others and  thus brought fame and honour to their  fatherland.

HRM-OBI OF ONITSHA-IGWE ALFRED NNAEMEKA ACHEBE

DR. THEODORE ORJI-GOVERNOR OF ABIA STATE

OWELLE ROCHAS OKOROCHA-GOVERNOR OF IMO

ZIZI CARDOW BAGS CHIEFTAINCY TITLE-ADA EJI AGA MBA 1 OF ISUIKWUATO

AMB. DR. ZIZI CARDOW NOW A CHIEF

All roads led yesterday-November 12, 2011 to Isuikwuato Local Government Area of Abia State, as one of Nigeria's best designer Amb. Dr. Zizi Cardow was among some distinguished Nigerians from the Eastern states honored with Chieftaincy Titles. The titles were in recognition of their immense contributions towards the growth of the community and also because of their contributions towards the larger society.

One of the other distinguished personality honored yesterday was Lieutenant General Onyeabor Azubuike Ihejirika,the Chief of Army Staff.

AFRO-HOLLYWOOD AWARD WINNERS HOSTED BY THE NIGERIAN HIGH COMMISSIONER TO THE UK

SUSAN PETERS,DR DALHATU TAFIDA & HALIMA ABUBAKAR

FEMI BRAINARD,MRS. AISHATU ALIYU MUSA,SUSAN PETERS & AHMED UMAR

FEMI BRAINARD & HEAD OF CHANCERY,AHMED UMAR

HALIMA ABUBAKAR

HALIMA,TUNJI BAMISIGBIN & SUSAN PETERS

It was the opportunity needed by the organizers of the Afro-Hollywood Awards, to say a very big thank you for all the help rendered to bring the award winners to the UK. According to the leader of the delegation from Lagos-Barrister Tunde Bamisigbin;it took the intervention of the Nigerian High Commission/Commissioner in the UK to help facilitate some of the award winners visas as many of them were going to the UK for the 1^st time. In all, about 12 of the winners were in the UK, and were flown in by Arik Air one of the supporters of the award show.

BACKSTAGE AT THE 2FACE CONCERT

We would like to thank the management team behind the very successful 2 Face Concert in London for putting together a magnificent show and also for giving us at MaestroMedia access  every where during the concert, most especially a very big thank you to DJ Abass of DJA Media for all his help.

CYNTHIA MARA

TIMI DAKOLO

DJ SHOLY B & SOJI THE DRUMMER BOY