Movie Stars storm Johannesburg for AMAA Nominations Party

Come the 2nd of April, The Africa Film Academy will host African filmmakers, political, business leaders and celebrities during the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards Nominations event to be held at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg.

This gathering of the cream of African filmmakers will run from March 31st to the 3rd of April during which the business community, celebrities and their counterparts from South Africa will be hosted in grand style with opportunities to network and mingle.

Celebrities attending the event are Ramsey Noah (Nigeria), Lydia Forson (Ghana), Chinedu Ikezie, Osita Iheme, Kanayo O Kanayo, Fathia Balogun, Funke Akindele and Uche Jumbo. "We have done a lot of work in the Southern Africa region in the past year. We are coming to South Africa for the second time to honour the film makers from this country who have supported us since inception and to honour President Jacob Zuma and President Joyce Banda of Malawi who hosted the AMAA Nominations in 2013", says Ms. Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, founder and Chief Executive Officer. The Director of Administration of the organisation, Mr Tony Anih said AMAA is very excited with the prospect of having movie icons and other players in the motion picture industry coming to South Africa for the nominations event. According to Mr. Anih the AMAA nominations is an event where films that make it into the 25 categories of the awards are announced ahead of the main award ceremony, which is billed to hold in Bayelsa State this year, adding that in the last nine years AMAA has deliberately moved the nomination events from one country to the other within the continent. ''AMAA is a continental brand and reward system for motion picture practitioners. It is our way to promoting the Africaness of the award and also celebrate our culture and diversity.

This year we decided to come to South Africa because of the level of growing popularity and acceptability of African films, most especially Nollywood and Gollywood movies in the country,'' said Anih. The illustrious Jury comprises of Berni Goldblat, Steve Ayorinde, John Akomfrah, Keith Shiri, June Givanni, Hyginus Ozoemen Ekwuazi, Shaibu Husseini, Ayoku Babu, Asantewa Olatunji and Dorothee Wenner The Africa Movie Academy Awards is generously sponsored by The Bayelsa State Government and covered in the media by Cool 96.9 FM, Wazobia 95.1 FM, Nigeria Info FM, Bella Naija and Ebony Life Television.

Visit www.GistMeTvMagazine.blogspot.com for all the glitz and glamour of the event and watch recap on our episodes on DSTV! Keep it locked down right here on GistMeTvMagazine

Yoruba Movie Academy Awards 5 Days To Go!!

Its the real deal and its hot in the news at the moment, its The Yoruba Movie Academy Awards 20014 just in 5days time!!!

Welcome to Yoruba Movie Academy Awards. The YMA Awards is set to celebrate all the success stories of the Yoruba movie industry. The industry is rapidly progressing both at home and abroad and "I dare say it is time to give credit to whom it is due. Let us take some time out to celebrate these true ambassadors of the Yoruba people" these are the words of a passionate visioneer Tunde Laface.

It promises to be loads of fun. Sit back, get comfortable and let's go on this ride together. Remember your participation counts so start clicking and vote for your favourite Yoruba stars, visit www.ymaawards.com for voting details and other relevant information.

Yoruba movie academy awards is a clarion call to all Yoruba people in all spheres of life all across Nigeria, Africa and the diaspora to contribute their quota towards the development of our very own indigenous creativity. YubgbaYungba and GistMeTvMagazine s is ready to bring you all the highlights of this prestigious event live in 5 days time.

Comment and tell us what you would love to see on this day. Keep the flow only on www.GistMeTvMagazine.blogspot.com

YEMI ALADE With MJ on The Chatt Room Show

She is hot, She is sexy, She is intelligent and She is one of Naija's top female singing sensation right on The chart Room Show with MJ on Rainbow FM 94.1 its the beautiful Yemi Alade and she is finding Johnny right now as she tells her fans what's next on her plans for the year 2014. After winning the peak talent show in 2009, it has been a success story all the way for the ever dynamic vocalist who had to ensure she put music on hold to finish her education. Right at moment her latest singles with a bang of a video, the hit song Johnny is one of the hit tracks on radio and TV right now and the Chat Room Show takes you into the very inspiration behind this hit single.

The Chat Room Show is set to constantly link artist, celebrities and who matters in the Nigerian scene with their hardent followers. To have a conversation with your favourite artist, be sure to tune into the chat Room Show every Sunday 3-4PM on Rainbow FM 94.1 with your beautiful host MJ...... Mojisola Odusola

Enjoy the video Johnny only here on GistMeTvMagazine and make it a date with us same time same platform on the next edition of The Chatt Room Show with MJ!

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YOUNG CEO Celebrates Birth Day IN STYLE

The Young CEO Simiphics Studios (Graphics Designer) who is the reason for the existence of the brand EIC Communications and many more of its offshoot in the entertainment industry celebrate his BirthDay today.

Izuchkwu Simeon Alaine, Born Some Few years Ago on the 19th Day of March to an average family in Ajegunle Popularly known as “Aj City” in Lagos State Nigeria, Where he grew up and had his nursery, primary and secondary Education. Growing up to be that good boy his parents always wanted him to be was not that easy due to environmental factors.

At the Age of 9 Izuchukwu discovered his ability and passion for art in the field of drawing, making of hand-made greeting cards and painting, these discovered talents were fully supported by his parents that they bought him every needed material that would help develop the skills. During his late Primary School Days the young artist discovered that there was a difference between hand paintings and what he sees in the magazines, bill boards and all. This discovery lead to his knowledge of how computers are made used of to make illustrations and paintings.
As time went on, scaling through his secondary school education his love for computers grew as his best friend “Solomon” who was a student in a small computer institute around helped him through the basics as the teaching’s in school was not enough. During his mid days in his secondary education he was introduced to Adobe Photoshop which he learnt with an amazing speed. Due to his knowledge of colors, and his artistic skill he was very creative with the photo editing software (Photoshop), but there was something else the young Graphics Designer was in love with apart from graphics and it was a girl he called “My Queen” (Chiamaka Queen).  ..

His interest for other things like music, photography, computer programming, and video directing grew along side during his late secondary school days. After his secondary graduation the young known graphics designer branded himself with a name “simizuine”, which is a combination of his 3 names “simeon”, “izuchukwu” and his surname “alaine”, and also started a company he called “Simiphics Studios”.
As time went on, God opened doors for his family and levels changed. Today he is a student of Covenant University Studying Management and Information Systems in the Department of Computer and Information Science, and a Brand Manager at Cloudware Technologies, and also he is the brain behind the Brand EIC Communications and its amaizing numerous brand visibility with so many logos, artworks, posters, handbills, montage  design, we say

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Simizuine

BATTLE OF THE TITANS COMEDY SERIES

 
 
For the Nigerian nation, the coming of age as a country reaching the milestone of a Century is a cause for great appreciation and acknowledgement of all the factors – intellectual and social – which are needed for maintaining the wholeness and staying power of the physical, political as well as social structure of the Nigerian entity.
 
The manner in which the appreciation and acknowledgement of this historic milestone is done is a pointer to the advancement that has been achieved over a hundred years.
 
The celebration of the Nigerian Centenary is a milestone which is to be appreciated with a fitting merry celebratory expression. In tune with a milestone of this nature, different cheerful means of celebration are anticipated.
 
The Arts is one of the cheerful means of expression in our society, and of these, Comedy is the one of good spirits and the most inspiring. Comedy presents a medium of creative expression that not only entertains, but also elevates fulfilment and wellbeing. It is only fitting that this medium be involved in a celebration of this stature.
 
Battle of the Titan's series is a unique family oriented comedy concept that has never been showcased in the history of Nigeria Entertainment.
 
 
The Battle of the Titans Comedy series is a friendly comedy battle. This is a night where the top comedians from UK will go HEAD 2 HEAD with top comedians from Nigeria.
 
 
The night will start off with a short DRAMA SKETCH which will define the essence of our Centenary Year Celebration then followed by a DJ BATTLE {Nigeria vs UK} then lastly will be the highlight of the night called COMEDY BATTLE OF THE TITANS {TEAM NAIJA VS TEAM UK}
 

 
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MJ ON Celebrity ChatRoom With Eva. 3-4PM on Rainbow FM 94.1

Its the hottest show on radio at the moment, where celebrities are put on the hot seat live on Radio! There is nothing like it on radio which makes it a must listen to show every Sunday on rainbow FM 94.1 3-4PM.

Hosted by one of Nigeria's finest OAP Mojisola Odusola popularly known as MJ, the OAP is ready to take you on a fun ride with your favourite celebrities to make you relax on a Sunday lunch hour time, just what you need before the start of a new week right?

Join her on air today, listen and send in your feedback as comments right here on www.GistMeTvMagazine.blogspot com where you first heard it and we get to have your comment aired live on radio! Whoopy!!! With Eva today so let's hit that button 94.1 and yep, you live on radio with the beautiful MJ, make it a date every Sunday 3-4 PM.

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YORUBA MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS (YMVA)

With the likes of Heades, NMVA, Channel O Music Video Awards and many more award glamourously celebrating the hihop and western artist who are doing exceptionally well, its no longer news that most of these artist infuse the ever rich Yoruba language which makes their singles a must listen to music.

Our culture, our heritage, our pride, those were the words of the PR Consultant at EIC Communications who is noted for promoting the values of the rich Nigerian culture and who believes in originality and would continue to press for the deserved spot for the Yoruba culture in the Nigerian entertainment industry.

Yoruba Music Video Awards is a brain child of EIC Communications Pty Ltd, a South African Nigerian bases PR and Entertainment company whose slogan reads..... Touching Lives in Diversity. Producers of YungbaYungba, The Next Fuji Star and OMO all promoting the rich African culture.

Kilo One for the title race "Next Rated"

Kilo One, Mr "Buga" as now called by most entertainment firm and outfit in Lagos Nigeria, is now confirmed a contender for the title race "Next Rated" in one of the highly regarded and highly contested categories at the Heades Award.

In a recent happenings this week, the said artist disclose one of his big leap into the industry as he hinted GistMeTvMagazine of his partnership with entertainment Aristocrat EIC Records and looking forward to a possible sign on to the said record label.

Beautiful Highlife Esi From Ghana

Ghanaian most promising

artiste Old Sodja,a multiple award winning artiste with lots of
nomination at various African entertainment events, and he still
sustains with good lyrics and he is now out with a new single titled
Esi.
Download and listen to

ESI - OLD SODJA

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SLIM JOE CELEBRATES BIRTH DAY WITH A NEW SINGLE

It's Slim Joe a.k.a omo alajo's birthday today and he decided to treat his fans with a special song, and the song is titled "My Birthday", Slim joe ..Produced by Lahlah. Enjoy

LISTEN TO MY BIRTHDAY
 http://old.hulkshare.com/k7cd76i5rh1c

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New Music: M-Josh in Don Money

G - Meridian Media presents M-Josh in this electrifying dance hall Jam "Don Money"

This is the first single M Josh is dropping in 2014 and still gearing up for the release of his forth coming album, he drops this energetic single to keep you busy.hyu

Don Money mp3

Fashion Tips with Joyful Looks

It is a known fact that fashion drives every sector and knowing what accessories goes with what outfit is what makes you fashionable.

Joyful Looks Enterprise, a fashion outfit located in the heart of Lagos has consistently present every woman and man the opportunity to remain fashionable and make others ask the how, where and when question. To match up your outfit, to select perfect accessories for your wears and to top your outfit with the right blend, Joyful Looks is out to make it easier for you on this platform.

Watch out for daily fashion tips, accessories and who wears what at what right here on GistMeTvMagazine fashionOut with Joyful Looks!!

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MUSIC: FRESH FROM ATOM

ATOM is a classy youngstar musician discovered in the Ghanaian music scene. After his first single released sometimes last year, he has since then gained popularity in Accra, where he is making waves and hence the need for a new single.

Fresh from the studio is this second single release a few hours ago which he calls Reloaded Project.

Listen and leave your comment on this track and the artist ATOM

#GistMeJoGistMeJare.

Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award 2014: WHO WEARS WHAT

The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award 2014 did not disappoint when it comes to who is wearing what, the stars brought it on and the RED CARPET was truly eventful.

Take a look at a few, more to come

@OZZYBOSCO WONDER KID DAZZLED FANS AT GIDI FESTIVAL

 The Dynamite WonderKid has never been found wanting when it comes to stage performances, after ending the year 2013 in a spectacular way with the Lagos Countdown event in Lagos on new years eve, @OzzyBosco early in the year 2014 came with a master piece which Africa indeed salute titled "MAMA AFRICA" ft Lanbogginy. Almost immediately, a perfect collabo that set him first amongst his pear was the talk of the time in the entertainment industry as he featured M I The Chairman himself in a danceable Ozzingo Dance.

Over the weekend, Lasgidi witnessed one of the most electrifying performances of 2014 with the GIDI CULTURE FESTIVAL performance



It was indeed an outstanding and electrifying performance at the City People 1st political Excellence Awards 2014. My team and I dazzled all top notch dignitaries and guests in attendance. Highpoint of the night was combining the beautifully choreographed version of the National Anthem and Pledge with our usual breathtaking performances. Believe me great fans! great people!! I am working really hard to continue making you all happy and proud of me. Thank you for your love and support.
My newest hot single “Mama Africa” featuring Lamboginny is going viral on the internet and airwaves, please keep downloading and enjoying it; because it’s awesome. All in God's hands!!!

#AMVCA2014: THE BEAUTIFUL WAJE, THE BRILIANT COBAHMS, EXCEPTIONAL BEEZ, THE MASTERCRAFT FLAVOUR, ALL STUNT #AMVCA2014

Perfection was the word; the combination of Waje and Cobhams was way out of this world as the duo gave the entire African continent a reason to believe we have it in us. Waje took to the stage with an outstanding vocal performance showing the cinimatography part of music, with Cobhams on the piano, we all know anything is possible and that was exactly what the guests and nominees felt at the end of the performance by Waje.

It was not all about the natural talents, as tradition and old times memories were brought back to the now days with that stupid song by Beez (boju boju, suwe, sandalili and more). Amazing talent, beautiful music and exceptional delivery of music by the ever growing music talent of Beez.The ladies could not stop winning with ADA ADA by the polished highlife star Flavour when he took to the stage and just about when you think the show was over OBO with his puff daddy biggie took to the stage and gave the crowd the Aye feel of the hipop-African flavour, he then pop in the popular Skelewu which had almost all the guest on their feet dancing and forgetting it was actaully an award night.


Afterall, it was not all serious business as tension was building in the hall seeing Half Life Nairobi clinching almost all the first set of award, so the organizers were on point making music an essential part of the award. In all it was a good time out with Africa Magic for all the invite. The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award 2014 was much fun and with the music stars, it was a perfect event.

AT THE AMVCA: THE FUN WAS ENDLESS

It was a beauty to behold of an event and the continent of Africa was indeed entertained by their very own best screen icons as the 2014 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award 2014 was once again in the spotlight.

It was an evening of magic as the event which was held at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suite hosted the very best in the film and television industry in Africa, with the list unending. Denrele Edun one of Africa's finest TV personality brought his A game to the floor with his spectacular red carpet skills making every single act comfortable on the red carpet. He did not stop there, once again, he recorded the most welcomed presenter or should I say co-presenter when he showed up with his copresenter and made the hall filled with beautiful Africans roar in applause for his excellent sense of humor and beautiful presentation skills; what a gift to Africa and kudos to the organisers of the ebent for nuturing such a great talent.

Withe the award ceremony over and done with, it was time for the after party, where you would expect everyone to catch fun, mingle and enjoy the music and the merriment that follows, this was not the case for the every energetic Africa and Channel O VJ Denrele Edun

#AMVCA2014 Winners List. SPEECHLESS

With Half Life Nairobi clinching a well deserved almost half of the award this year at the 2014 AfricaMagic Viewers’ Choice Awards #AMVCA204 and the contract sharing a well desrving part of it, Nigerian US bases Producer and film Director Obi Emeleyon did not fail to outshine all with his traditional Igbo greeting which made Nigerians proud in all. The event which took place at Eko Hotel and Suites at Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday was a beauty to behold and the list of the nominees who emerged winners are:

-Best Movie of 2013 . goes to The Contract

-Best Actress in a Drama Award goes to Tope Tedela for A Mile From Home

-Best Actress in a Drama Award goes to Nse Ikpe-Etim for Journey To Self

- Industry Merit Award goes to Peter Edochie

-Best Movie Drama goes to Frank Rajah Arase for The Price

KILO ONE STORMS THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY WITH HIT SINGLE "BUGA"

Edo State born UWAIFO LAWRENCE star artist makes his way into the entertainment industry in grand style. After a successful first single recorded in Europe, the Afro-Hipop singer decided to bring home his talent and make proud his motherland.

With a hit single titled Buga, Kilo One as he is popularly called is now set to thrill his fans with performances across the African continent. Recently spotted at one of Africas home of music HipTv, Kilo One discloses his plan for the year 2014 with lots of collabos building on and the stage now all set..... READ MORE

3 DAYS TO GO! AMVCA 2014 NOMINEES LIST & WHAT TO EXPECT

Nominees for the second edition of the prestigious AfricaMagic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) have been revealed. The announcement was made during AfricaMagic’s 10th Anniversary celebration event which took place at the Landmark Village in Victoria Island, Lagos.

Announcing the nominees was the duo of Vimbai Mutinhiri and Lawrence Maleka during a special 90-minute edition of their entertainment roundup show, Star Gist. Big Brother Africa’s IK Osakioduwa also made a special appearance on the show which was broadcast live on AfricaMagic across 52 countries.

With 27 categories in total, the AMVCAs this year include 9 categories where viewers have the power to select the winner by voting via SMS or online at www.amvcaawards.dstv.com. The winners in the other technically focused categories will be selected by an expert panel of judges.

The nominees for the 2014 AMVCAs are:

BEST MAKE-UP ARTIST

Elayne Okaya – Nairobi Half Life
Olabimpe Cole – Lekki Wives
Alex Gakumo – Sumu La Penzi Episode 1 Season 1
Michael Wawuyo – The Felistas Fable
Rehema Samo – Siri Ya Mtungi
Israel Moses – A Wish
Rosemary Obika – Redemption

BEST COSTUME DESIGNER

Adeola Ramonu – Adebola  Omo Oba
Doreen Estazia Noni – Siri Ya Mtungi
Catherine Kibugi – Sumu La Penzi Episode 5
Ruth Ndulu Maingi – Lies That Bind Episode 2 Season 2
Chiemela Nwagboso – The Kingdom

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GistMeTvMagazine & YungbaYungba TV ACCREDITED FOR AMVCA 2014 RED CARPET ON SATURDAY 8TH MARCH 2014

GistMeTvMagazine and YungbaYungba TV, both production of EIC Communications is set to bring you all the glitz and glamour of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award Red Carpet event come this Saturday 8th March 2014. The event which is likened to "Our own OSCAR" by so many, is one event every entertainer and every entertainment outfit looks forward to every year and this year, EIC Communications Production is set to bring to you live, the pictures, the styles, the celebrities, all the fashion and Magic of DSTV, Mnet, Africa Magic and Multichoice Africa.

Make it a date with OAP, the entertainer himself Andrew Ohio on the red carpet as we await the biggest event on the continent as far as film making and entertainment is concerned. The footage will be available live on www.youtube.com/GistMeTvMag and www.youtube.com/YungbaYungbaTV as well as on both TV programs.

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