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ESAMA OF BENIN KINGDOM HIS EXCELLENCY SIR CHIEF (DR.) GABRIEL IGBINEDION CELEBRATES 77TH BIRTHDAY IN GRAND STYLE

Whilst mulling the title of the write-up on Chief Igbinedion's 77th birthday, a number of events concerning the Esama happened globally which threw up a number of titles which in turn made it quite difficult to choose a title.

For a man of Esama's towering stature in global reckoning, it can never be easy for any writer who finds himself writing about his life to pick a title from the many titles that could, from his own perspective, appear attractive and appropriate.

Like all mortals, the Esama has had his own challenges since he celebrated his 76th birthday in 2010. In the same vein, the Esama has recorded astounding successes in several areas of human endeavour and has been honoured by several individuals and organizations for his outstanding contributions to his community state, nation, the world and humanity in general.

Furthermore, 77 is a special number. It is a magical and enchanting number. The attainment of 77 years on earth by any person is in itself a feat and a special favour done to the person by God Almighty which should be loudly celebrated by those who can meet the demands of such a celebration.

The Holy Bible informs us that the approved lifespan of man on earth is three scores and ten, that is 70 years. Any additional time spent on earth by any person who has already attained the age of 70 years na jara. Chief Igbinedion's age on September 11, 2011 is seven years above 70 years. In going through the history of his life holistically, we can only inexorably come to the conclusion that this guru and pioneer of amazing initiatives in the industrial and commercial fields of the private sector of the economy of Africa's most populous nation deserves to celebrate and be celebrated on his arrival at this historic milestone in his life's journey.

Today, we are all gathered to honour a great man who is an outstanding elder in the club of SEPTUAGENARIANS. By the grace of God his Creator, we shall in the course of time gather to honour him as an OCTOGENARIAN, as a NONAGENARIAN and finally, as a CENTENARIAN.

MY VISION FOR FIRST BANK-GMD, BISI ONASANYA

The year 2011 has been one in which quite a number of notable personalities in Nigeria have celebrated milestone birthdays. The OVATION train has stopped at various homes and party venues and has savoured and brought to you some of the most intriguing success stories of some of the country's most accomplished personalities as they attained various landmarks.

Just a few months ago, the Group Managing Director of the Rose of Sharon Group, Mrs. Folorunso Alakija turned 60 and we brought it to you in style. Soon afterwards, Nollywood megastars Richard Mofe Damijo and Kate Henshaw rolled out the drums to celebrate their 50th and 40th birthdays respectively. And then, just as we were beginning to catch our breaths, Sweet Sensation CEO, Mrs. Kehinde Kamson threw a special birthday shindig to commemorate 50 years on earth.

The frequency with which the events followed one another could be likened to the release of several Oscar worthy Hollywood blockbusters in quick succession. And just as we were going to close shop and say, "Enough already for one year, let's save some fun for next," providence played a fast one on us having predestined that yet another illustrious Nigerian son would be celebrating a milestone in 2011.

THE CLASSY WEDDING OF DAN KAHN AND EHI OVIASU IN NEW YORK

Months of painstaking planning hit a very successful crescendo for long-time friends, Ehi Ivie Ifeyinwa Oviasu and Daniel Aaron Kahn when they decided that it was time to settle down in marriage as one heart, one soul and one body.

Their beautiful wedding, a celebration of true love, was sealed courtesy of two lively ceremonies-a very cultural traditional wedding and a formal Jewish nuptial.

The couple who met while they were studying at Columbia University, USA are both aged 27. While Ehi, the bride, is the daughter of respected Cardiologist, Dr. Felix I. Oviasu, and Thelma N. Oviasu, a Lawyer, the groom, Dan is the son of Joyce Kahn of Montpelier, Vt., and David Kahn of Calais. They are both Teachers.

Their journey to matrimony began with the traditional wedding more appropriately called the Irioha, (in Bini, the language of the bride's Nigerian ancestors in South South Nigeria). The beautiful bride was clad in lovely traditional wedding attire, complete with elegant choral beads and special hair style-she was shimmering like a million stars and escorted by her bride's maids- Mrs Sarah Samnick, Ms. Amy Karayannis, Dr. Jacqueline Kamrath, Ms. Kavitha Sivashanker, and Dr. Malije Onwueme.

The dashing groom too wore a buba and sokoto-parents, family, friends and guests all turned up in assorted colourful attires too.

BIG BROTHER AMPLIFIED WINNER KAREN IGHO SPEAKS EXCLUSIVELY TO OVATION ON GROWING UP, STARDOM AND HER FAVOURITE THINGS

Everyone calls her Karen, and she has no qualms about it. Karen Igho, one of the winners of MNET's Big Brother Amplified Reality show is an interviewer's delight. She shoots straight from the hip and has no airs about her.

In this encounter, she tells the world her moving story from obscurity to popularity.

Who is Karen Igho

I think Karen Igho is a simple, down-to-earth, free-spirit, kind, sweet, loud, playful, friendly person, and also God-fearing.

I was born in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria but I grew up in Warri, Delta State mostly in the village with my grandma, Alice, in Kokori, Kagsho, Warri, Oshan.

My dad's name is Andrew Igho, and my mum's name is Theresa. They separated when I was 2 years old. My dad got married again, and my mum got married again. My mum has seven kids, my dad had two kids. I'm the first-born of nine siblings.

I attended primary school in Jos, Plateau State. It was a public primary school called Township Primary School. I also did my secondary school in Jos at Holshe Secondary School; a public school too. That was where I finished school and then I began to grow up.

Later I met my boyfriend who went abroad and then invited me over. From there I started schooling in the UK, schooling and working part-time. I worked as a waitress, worked as a sales girl and also worked with a charity organisation.

THE BLISSFUL NUPTIAL BETWEEN OLUWAMAYOWA OYEYIPO AND ABISOLA ODESILO IN LAGOS

It was a real day of undiluted joy for Abisola Oyindamola Odesilo, a graduate of Covenant University and Oluwamayowa Olaniyi Oyeyipo, a graduate of the University of Lagos, when they were joined as one in the presence of their parents, family and friends in Lagos.

It was with the traditional wedding/ engagement held at the Multi-purpose Hall of the University of Lagos that Abisola and Mayowa kicked off proceedings. With pipers, drummers and loads of fun, the couple were blessed and joined according to the culture and laws of Yoruba tradition. It was such a colourful ceremony.

The Solemnization of their matrimony was held at the African Bethlehem Cathedral Church, Ebute-Metta, Lagos. The bride looked stunning in an ivory number made by Skukkis.

Spirit-lifting and inspiring as the church ceremony was, no time was wasted; all aspects of the programme flowed smoothly. The segment that drew the loudest cheers was when the Officiating Priest declared the couple husband and wife!

Later that day, guests were entertained at a wonderful reception inside the Staff School Hall, University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos. The venue was decorated by Holy Bells-and the outfit did a good job transforming the venue to the satisfaction of many guests.

High point of the day was the charismatic cutting of the wedding cake by the couple. The cake, a lovely art piece was crafted by Cakes and Creams.

DOWN-TO-EARTH NOLLYWOOD ACTRESS KATE HENSHAW OPENS UP EXCLUSIVELY ON HER TROUBLED MARRIAGE AND TURNING 40

Take it or leave it, she might be a Nollywood star, but ever-smiling Kate Henshaw is like your regular girl next door. Very down to earth and easy-going, Kate who confesses that she is jeans-wearing, t-shirt-loving girl spoke to us shortly before she turned 40. And it was revealing…

You look stunning, how difficult has it been to stay in shape

Is it difficult?

Yes, it is considering the kind of schedule that you have

Yes, it's difficult anyway, I must say I am very organized. I try to fix everything into my schedule and do not joke with my exercise, so also my work, my relaxation time, my treatment time, it is hard but if you are organized, you can get by

Does it mean you exercise everyday

I do, when I don't have a lot of work I exercise every day, but if I have a lot of work I do exercise about four times a week. I do my exercises very early because I wake up at 6 o'clock, I go to the gym by 6:30 am. and work out for two hours before I go to work.

So you are very conscious of your shape

Very, very much or cant you see it (laughs heartily) I have grown to love me the way I am and it's not just about being slim, I just love it.

What of the stress when duty calls, how do you manage it

In one week I try to have a time for massage, because I want someone to massage me and I want to go and relax, switch off my phones for an hour or two. But the stress of Lagos life can get to you sometimes, in fact at some occasion after running around so much you can even forget to eat and you just grab something on the go, so I am not living by any rules really

Do you eat anything in particular, because like now I see you eating chicken and chips

Like this morning, I had fruit salad and vegetable salad for lunch so this is my dinner

But it is just about 4pm

I am done for the day with this chicken and chips

I am shocked to see you eat chicken and chips, many weight watch experts will frown at this

Frown at what? I do not eat this every day, and you are allowed to indulge, life will be too boring if we are regimented. In the UK, they used to have this weight watch reward system, where you will be given a prize for an achievement like we do to children.

This is how it works, when you stick to your dietary routine, exercise and very strict about the programme, you are allowed to give yourself a treat, it could be ice cream, pop corn anything, just to make it fun and you will be looking forward to more achievement. So what am I saying? keeping in shape should not be boring or painful, you can make it fun.

You don't take away everything, if you do, life will be so dry and there was this diet I tried once, it was terrible. If you don't eat your brain and your tommy will be in bad shape, the whole body will be looking for what to eat, so it's not good to starve at all. That is why you see some people adding the pounds after years of starvation because it was not natural.

MTN'S IBRAHIM ABBA GANA WEDS UMMULKHAIRI DANDAWAKI IN KANO

The ancient city of Kano, in Northern Nigeria was shaken to its very foundation when easy-going Ibrahim Abba Gana and Ummulkairi Ado Danadawaki got married.

As usual for weddings in the North of Nigeria, the ceremonies are usually spread over a three day period with such traditional bridal rites like kamu, wushe wushe,yini and mother's night. Apart from being cultural, these ceremonies are usually exciting and put the bride in the best moods as she prepares for her transition from being a spinster to a wife.

For this particular wedding, the whole ceremonies became turbo-charged when Ibrahim friends hit town for the groom's dinner, this was a classy and colourful event that was enjoyed by all. Apart from the couple's family connections, the groom is MTN's General Manager, Business Intelligence-and so his buddies were there from everywhere to wish him well and also wish him farewell from bachelorhood.

It was at the wedding Faitha, that the official marriage was conducted by the Clerics in the presence of the elders of both families-after all the rites and prayers, Ibrahim and Ummulkhairi were pronounced husband and wife.

THE LIVELY WEDDING OF FEMI OYEKAN AND MOJI FATOYE IN LONDON

There is no better place to start a family and begin life as a couple than in the house of God. This was exactly what Femi Oyekan and Moji Fatoye did when they were joined as one at the popular Jesus House Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Brent Terrace, North West London.

The wedding ceremony was soulful and spirit-lifting, and the couple was filled with joy throughout the occasion as family and friends from far and near were there to share the wonderful occasion.

After the solemnization of their wedding, the couple hosted a grand reception at the Sopwell House Hotels and Spa. The venue was captivatingly transformed by the expertise of L'Indulgenza.

Guests were given a special treat by many top-rate companies-Food was handled by 5&2 Regal, cupcakes by Cupcakes Blessing, Candy Buffet ( Sweet Design by Leyla), Barbeque (Papi's Grill and pre-reception cocktails by Christian Cocktails.

Kunlor Ibironke , the MC steered the occasion smoothly and also made it enjoyable. The highest point of the afternoon was when the couple cut their beautiful cake crafted by Panari Cakes and went on to feed each other-this first public expression of affection was applauded by all guests. As for entertainment, it was well-handled by DJ Ladi and Soji Alayo.

In all, it will be said that the wedding co-ordinators, Bisola Iroche and Lanre Oseni performed so well that the couple, Femi and Moji are still thanking them for making their day extra special.

AT HOME WITH SUPER STAR BROADCASTER DAYO ADENEYE

When Dayo Adeneye famously addressed as D-One and his friend, Kenny Ogungbe famously known as Keke birthed with their voices and faces on Ray power FM and AIT Nigeria's first twenty four hour radio and television stations in 1996, no one ever thought would rise to become Mega Stars. The duo rose through their own ingenuity to become icons of the Nigerian entertainment industry, running both the television and radio arm of Daar Communications Plc, a multimedia business empire owned by Keke's in-law, Chief (Dr.) Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi. With a friendship sealed at Southern University, New Orleans, U.S.A, Keke and D-one soon became Nigeria's numero uno entertainment band. From Daar, they created a world class music promotional outfit known as Kennis Music. With Kennis Music, the duo became the harbinger of the modern day Nigerian entertainment industry. Their extra ordinary genius at discovering young Nigerians with raw musical talents shot their friendship and partnership to an enviable height. They soon became a household name; no thanks to another idea they jointly created which is now a syndicated television show, Prime Time Africa (formerly Prime Time Jamz). These guys from New Orleans seem to have a bagful of new things to offer. Today, Dayo Adeneye can be called "Nigeria's most stylish television man". His several awards in the fashion and style industry show that indeed this Ibefun Ogun State born gentleman is a special class.

But beyond his mercurial style, his charming good looks and intelligence, Dayo Adeneye is a man of sterner stuff. He grew up in a polygamous family but choose to be a different man for his generation. From the back street of Yaba, a famous community in Africa's most populous city of Lagos, the third child of a family of twenty one siblings, two step mothers and a discerning father, Dayo Adeneye is today a world acclaimed story in africa entertainment industry. GBENGA DAN ASABE and KOYA ADEGBITE met him at his Lagos home.

D-one opened up like never before, we took a ride inside his white Range Rover Sports Jeep from his Estate somewhere in Ikorodu, Mainland, Lagos to a Chinese Restaurant in Lagos where he was throwing a small party for his wife, Carol.

A GOOD MIX OF CULTURE AS JAMES EYAADAH AND KALSOUM LARYEAH WED IN ACCRA, GHANA

After many years of friendship and sharing true love, Nigerian James Eyaadah and Ghanaian Kalsoum Laryea have become joined as husband and wife in Accra, Ghana.

Their marriage rite began with the traditional wedding that was very colourful and lively. The families of the couple turned out in different outfits that made the day so beautiful.

With singers, drummers and dancers performing, the atmosphere inside the venue, His Majesty Hotel opposite the International Trade Fair Complex was charged. Thus, when the handsome James and his beautiful bride, Kalsoum stepped into the arena, they were greeted with a rousing applause. The MC of the occasion was so hilarious, thrilling guests with proverbs and poems from both countries.

Later, after all the traditional rites were observed, the couple cut their cake and danced to the delight of all present. Music was provided by Merry Makers band.
It was at the prestigious International Conference Centre, Accra that the couple hosted a very high profile celebration of love. James and Kalsoum were blessed and pronounced as one flesh forever and ever.

James told us later that just like Prov. 31: 10 says, he has found a wife of noble character. She is far more than rubies and lacks nothing of value. After the formal ceremony, it was fun all the way as good food, drinks and entertainment flowed.

SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO THE GREAT IKEMBA NNEWI, CHIEF EMEKA ODUMEGWU OJUKWU

He's gone! Yes, Eze Igbo Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu is no more. He has passed on to be with his fathers and his God.

The news of his death hit the wire services, the internet and the news sites like a thunderbolt, not because no one expected him to die, but it was unexpected. Did they not say he was getting better just a few days ago, when his birthday was celebrated on November 4th?. Someone asked rhetorically.

All the discussions, will not bring the colourful and iconic man back to life, Nigeria has lost a true people's warrior. His death no doubt is a national tragedy, but for his wife, children and family, it is a personal agony.

Dim Ojukwu was many men rolled into one. To use the famous words of the late Chief Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe, he was a true man of timber and calibre. This was a man brought up as an aristocrat, with all the class and privileges of life, who became a rebel with a cause. He jettisoned his elitist and wealthy background, (his father, Sir Loius Ojukwu, was knighted by the Queen and was a very rich businessman) to become a people's General. A feat that was not common in those days.

Ojukwu who was trained at the Prestigious Oxford university exuded charm and charisma, his command of the English language was legendary, he spoke with the right accent-and the tone of a War General. He was erudite, eloquent and elegant with his use of words. When he spoke, it was with a boom, he had such gift of the garb that the grounds open up and stand at attention, while the leaves not only tremble but listen anytime he speaks.

Stories had it that it was because of Ojukwu's mastery of English Language that General Yakubu Gowon, who was the then Head of state and against whom he fought the Nigeria Civil war decided to go back to school after he was overthrown-and made sure he obtained a Doctorate degree. Gowon's motivation was that Ojukwu derisively used to refer to him as an illiterate in uniform.

SUPER ACTOR, RMD MARKS 50 IN GRAND STYLE

Super actor, writer, PR Consultant, Barrister and now Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Delta State, Nigeria, Richard Mofe Damijo is 50!

Yes, that is the truth, though some people exclaimed, "Its a lie" when the news first hit town", RMD as he is fondly called proved the veracity of the landmark birthday by hosting a classy and glamorous party inside the Household of God Church, Ikeja, Lagos, the church he has been worshipping as an active Member for many years.

Like all celebrity events, the security at this ceremony was water tight and many guests were turned back, however, RMD and his wife, Jumobi Mofe-Damijo, who is now at Globacom ensured that their very close friends, a lot of them from way back, did not miss the action. As guests arrived, they had to walk through a special RMD walk of fame, an adaptation of the famous New York walk of fame.

PRINCE TOBY AND STELLA OKOLI'S CLASSY CELEBRATIONS IN ACCRA, GHANA

For three days Accra, the capital of Ghana, literarily stood still as one humble couple, Prince Toby and Stella Okoli hosted what will be marked in the social calendar as the classiest and most exciting party of 2011.

The Okolis who were celebrating a double-Stella's 40th birthday and the couple's 15th wedding anniversary planned to perfection a 3-day celebration that was breath-taking and spectacular.

Those who are very close to the couple revealed to Ovation that they were not surprised at the outcome of the ceremonies, according to them, what unfolded was typical of the couple, "everything they do is always special and different, and they always do things that are extra-ordinary".

In fact, from Mrs. Stella Okoli's birthday, the wedding anniversary to the boat cruise, it was obvious that this was a couple that always wants the best. Each event was carefully arranged with different purposes but with one main theme-it must be fun!

The whole party was a fairytale celebration which was classy and provided maximum enjoyment for all guests. Since this was the goal, then the Okolis delivered big time. Little wonder that many are still savouring all the wonderful moments of that beautiful weekend in Accra.

VINA REVEALS HER BIG BROTHER EXPERIENCE

he whole all Africa call her Vina, the easy-going, sweet-looking Vina was one of the finalists of the Big Brother Amplified reality show. It is on record that the Abuja-based broadcaster flew Nigeria's flag proudly at the reality show and she is so proud of her conduct while in the house. In this interview, Melvina Longpet who grew up in Jos, Plateau State and United Kingdom gave an insight into her life and plans.

Who is Malvina Longpet

I am Malvina Kwanjap Longpet, a 27 year-old daughter of Goemai land from Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State. I am the only daughter of my parents.

I was born and brought up in Jos till the age of 11 when I moved to the UK to live with my father and mother. I completed my Secondary studies at St. Bedes Roman Catholic School, Bristol, went to St. Brendans Sixth Form College, Bristol and got my Media Degree at Bournemouth University.

How and why did you get into the Big Brother Amplified House

My cousin went to the audition for Big Brother and asked me to come support her so she would not be alone. She went ahead and got me a number and asked me to participate. I was reluctant but went ahead. And fortunately, I made it through. It was such a huge surprise.

MY VISION FOR TRINITY HOUSE -PASTOR ITUAH IGHODALO

Pastor Ituah Ighodalo is a man of many parts – a successful Accountant, Pastor and Writer. He attended King's College, Lagos and the International School, University of Ibadan. He obtained a combined honours degree in Economics and Accounting in 1982 from the University of Hull in England.

He is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and of the Chartered Institute of Taxation. He is also a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management. He is presently the Editor-in-Chief of Timeless Media Group. He also sits on the board of several charitable foundations and NGOs including the Courage Education Foundation, Eden's Fields, Lydia Grace Foundation and Heritage Homes amongst others. He is the chairman of Trinity Leadership School and Managing Partner at SIAO (a firm of Chartered Accountants and Management Consultants).

His spiritual odyssey began when he gave his life to Christ in 1993 and was ordained an Assistant Pastor in the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) in 1995. He has worked as Associate Pastor of Freedom Hall, (later renamed Hope Hall) as well as the City of David parishes of R.C.C.G. He was also the Senior Pastor of the Christ Church Parish of RCCG for several years. While with the RCCG, he was actively involved in the setting up of international missions and helping to pioneer several RCCG parishes abroad.

He is at present, the Pastor-in-Charge of Trinity House, a non-denominational, Christian worship centre. His wife Ibidun is the CEO of Elizabeth R, a leading event management company in the country. The power dresser whose trade mark are pin-stripe suits spoke to the Faith Team in his Lagos office.

SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO WANGARI MAATHAI
The years 1981, 2004 and 2011 were particularly significant for the late Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and environmentalist , Professor Wangari Maathai , the world and particularly, her country ,Kenya. Professor Wangari , one of the first group of students that travelled to the United States of America in 1981 to pursue a university education , whose career and academic achievements were acknowledged in 2004 with the Nobel peace prize finally succumbed to ovarian cancer in a Nairobi hospital this year, 2011.

Few days later, Kenya's leading campaigner for environmental regeneration-was buried and the world stood in awe of this simple but impactful founder of Kenya's Green Belt Movement.

Her state funeral , which was the third in the history of Kenya, was typically a Wangari event- tree planting replaced a full- fledged religious service and a cremation. It was a vintage Wangari burial, and undoubtedly, the best way to have honored one of Kenya's most prolific and respected personality, who spent the better part of her life planting trees.

AT HOME WITH DR. IDA ODINGA WIFE OF KENYA'S PRIME MINISTER IN NAIROBI
Whenever the history of Kenya especially her second liberation is written, the spouse of the Prime Minister, Dr. Betty Ida Odinga would have a chapter devoted to her.

This is because the Teacher turned Activist whose heroic deeds are still lauded and applauded did not only play a prominent role during the post-election crises but also championed the cause for women and child rights.

Born in 1950, Dr. Odinga who graduated from the University of Nairobi with a Bachelor of Arts in 1974 and taught for over two decades is today celebrated for her grace, poise, charm, talent in leadership and her intellect.

The woman of style held the Ovation East Africa crew of Segun Adebowale & Segun Adegunju spell bound for hours with her irresistible warmth talking about her trials, travails and triumphs.

Your Excellency, Congratulations on the wedding of your son Aida Jr. to Yvonne Kibukosya , How do you feel seeing your son start his own family
Wow! I feel great. I think it is one of the greatest things to have happened to me in my life. When Junior got married, I felt like I had gained. And it is a good thing to have a daughter-in-law at home. Yvonne herself is a very nice person, very friendly and I am glad to have her as my daughter-in-law.

MY RECIPE FOR SUCCESS -FRED RABONGO
A man of many parts, Fred Rabongo has his hands in many pies including marketing, courier services, real estate, hospitality, cleaning services and manufacturing.

At 43, Fred is a classic example of zero to hero- building an empire from scratch and now employing over 3000 Kenyans. Mr. Rabongo whose appetite for success is legendary shares his recipe for success with Ovation East Africa, team of Segun Adebowale and Photo Journalist, Segun Adegunju.

How would you describe the marketing landscape in Kenya and East Africa

I'd say that in Kenya, there are few big players in this field. Even in the advertising field, there are few big players. Although other agencies come and join along the line but because of finances, competition and other factors, they fall by the wayside.

As an entrepreneur of close to two decades, what challenges have you faced

Like every other businessman, I have faced the challenge of finance and especially if you have a large client base and your clients do not pay on time. When another job surfaces, you find that you have to finance it from your source again rather than having the luxury of re-investing profits simply because your clients have not paid the huge amounts they owe for their jobs which you also financed from your business's purse. I'll say the banking sector in Kenya has not been very friendly to businessmen; getting loans to finance businesses has not been as straight forward as it is in the other developing or developed parts of the world , where like in Europe, you could get a loan in 24 hours. In Kenya, it is a challenge. This is why you find that several businesses start only to fall by the way side soon afterwards because there's no way you can execute the next job when your clients are not paying you for previous completed jobs. And probably, you'll get another one and another one and you'll have to finance it yourself. So, sometimes, that's a bit of a challenge.

TOP MUSICIANS STORM KENYA FOR THE TUSKER ALL STAR CONCERT
Nairobi came alive in October 2011 and the usual boisterous city was not only electrified but also charged, courtesy of the brewery giant, East Africa Breweries Limited, EABL.

Jamaican-born maestro, Shaggy, beautiful diva, Eve, Angolan acrobat cum dancer, Cabo Snoop alongside East African rising superstars including sultry and vivacious Amani, Tusker's revelations, Alpha, Msechu and Davis teased and wowed the tumultuous crowd that defied the rain to witness a never-before-seen-12-hour concert that could be described as the biggest concert in Kenya till date.

The concert started with a five –star performance by Jaguar who delivered songs from his classics to the appreciation of the over 6000-strong crowd including fans from Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda ,Southern Sudan and Nigerians whose population in East Africa has kept rising.

The talented singer mesmerised the crowd with tunes from his hits including Nimetoka Mbali and Nikuskize. It was however his anthem-like song, Kigeugeu that changed the atmosphere of the night and the crowd just went wild.

Thereafter, Avril took over the microphone and dished out tunes including Chokoza and Mama to the delight of the audience who craved for more and more but she had to give way to the talented Amani who started singing while in high school and later released a self -styled album before she followed it up with another one titled Tamani. In spite of her long layoff, Amani sustained Avril's efforts and the sultry singer did win more than a fan that night.

FBI Dancers took over the stage and did an energetic display their of their choreographic skills and then exited for the Tusker revelations .

Tuskers All Stars Winners-Alpha, Msechu and Davis grabbed the opportunity of performing with international stars like Shaggy and Eve and they did not disappoint at all. Their growing fans who had scored them high during the Reality Show proved that they merited the accolades and encomiums showered on them with a first-class pulsating performance.