Friday, July 11, 2008

Fresh Gist

OKOCHA REPACKAGES CLUB TEN
Club 10, the house of enjoyment owned by recently retired footballer- Jay Jay Okacha is being repackaged.
Sources in the know hinted Man About Town that this development is the off shoot of an attempt to enhance operations at the place- and ultimately patronage.
Informants divulged that, the believe of the footballer owner and his wife Nkechi is that the clib is not effectively utilising it’s resources to have an edge over other players in the night life business.
‘they believe that the brand Okocha is yet to be effectively tap into, and two those in charge appear not have the weight to attract that cadre of clientele the owners wants the club to me associated with’ a source explained.
And, now that he has retired from active football- and back in the country to oversee his investments- informants disclosed that the former super eagles play maker have decided to introduce some changes at the fun place to reflect the kind of club he wants to own.
At present in line with his dream- a new manager is said to have been employed.
Described as Yemisi- a lady, part of her job function is said to be, to transform the image of the club both on the streets and in the eye of the general public.
And, ultimately break the bank with weekly earnings from a specified clique of patrons.
‘from what is on ground, the Okochas do not desire to have that much crowd at their Club, they just want a class thing. Some where someone of the footballers status and go, catch fun and rub shoulders with someone of his ilk- and, that is definitely not what operates at the place at present’ another source analysed
It is however yet unsure- whether the new manager who is said to have since resumed office is given a specified time to carry out her task or not.
Sources on ground at the place however hinted Man About Town that she has since resumed office- and effected one or two things about the norms at the place- including adopting a tougher stance with those who come loiter about- taking up badly needed space at the Saka Tinubu street Victoria Island Lagos sited Club to the inconvenience of paying customers- and detriment of the management.
Aside this insiders equally revealed that plans are on to launch a series of public relations stunt for the house of leisureany moment from now.
OLOROGUN OSCAR IBRU, GLORIA IBRU QUARREL
The Ibrus are at war- and, this is very authoritative.
Sources maintained Gloria Ibru, the front person of fun place Legatto is at present quarrelling with her brother-Olorogun Oscar Ibru.
The cause of the fight between them is titled business oriented.
Those who should know assert that the huge club owner is greatly cross with her brother for not staging his events- and related functions at her house of enjoyment- but within the confines of businesses managed by her competitors.
‘Gloria believes as family, they should do everything possible to support themselves. Yes, Olorun clubs at her place. Fine he comes with his friends at times- but when it comes to staging events that will give Legatto a reat leverage- and make her a couple of money he go stage it somewhere else, that is un brotherly, if you ask me’ a source opined.
According to those in the know- Gloria had in an unequivocal terms told her brother her impression of his acts- and the effects on her business- a move which resulted in the current cold.
In his defence the older Ibru was said to have attempted to let his sister understand that his actions where aimed at attaining value for his business. That at every point in time he staged events outside the precincts of Legatto, it means there were certain facilities he wanted to utilise- that where not readily available at the place.
His explanations judging from the raging cold war between them was described ‘ untenable’
Investigations conducted by Man About Town revealed that the immediate cause of hostilities between the two parties stem from a special reception Olorogun Oscar Ibru staged for footballer- Celestine Babayaro.
Information made available to Man About Town revealed that- the older Ibru held two grand reception for the England based footballer at different fun spots- with Legatto not in the picture.
And, each of the event was labelled talk of the town.
The incident at that time had sparked off talks of ill feelings between- Gloria and Elvina Ibru on one side- and Olorogun Oscar Ibru at another side.
This development was said to have prompted the’ heart to heart’ talk that resulted in the current fight rocking the Ibrus.
Elvina co runs Legatto, on Adeola Hopewell street Victoria Island Lagos with Gloria Ibru.
AARE ARISEKOLA ALAO HANDS OVER MICHAEL ADEOJO TO GOD OVER ALLEGED IMPORT DUTY FRAUD
Contrary to expectations in several quarters that- a legal war is the horizon as a result statements credited to Chief Michael Adeojo against the person of the Aare Musulimi of Yoruba Land,Arisekola Alao- those who should know maintained the Islamic leader would rather ‘wait on the Lord to fight for him’
Chief Michael Adeojo-the auto mogul owner of Elizade Motors had claimed in a national newspaper that the Aare Musulimi of Nigeria never paid the correct import duties for cars he brought into the country when the wealthy Ibadan character was a dealer for Nissan products in this part of the world.
The Elizade Motors boss had specifically maintained Chief Arisekola Alao usually bribe his way out of paying the custom duties- paying less than half the original fee- and, getting his products past customs faster than those who paid the correct fee to the bargain.
Alhaji Arisekola who operated under the trade name- Lister motors at the time in question was on holy trip to Mecca when Chief Adeojo publicly made the assertion via an interview.
Now back into the country- and speaking through his son- Mr Wole Arisekola, the Aare maintained though the statements credited to Chief Adeojo earned him quite a number of embarrassing calls- he does not intend to take on the issue legally.
‘the Aare is greatly disappointed in Chief Adeojo for making such a baseless allegation on the pages of Newspaper. Such statements coming from a 70 year old man in such manner is really disappointing. But the Aare has left him to his fate. God will judge. Aare believes all he has attained is not by his will, but the glory of Almighty Allah. So he will leave the case for Allah to judge for him. But personally, I am totally disappointed someone of status could make such an unjustifiable and outrageous comment publicly. It is really saddening’ Mr Arisekola intoned
KAMAL BOUSTANI TAKES OFF AGAIN
Lebanese owner of K’s place- Mr Kamal Boustani has taken off once again.
Those privy to his ways maintained that Mr K as fondly called by friends and employees have journeyed out of the country for vacation abroad.
His latest trip is said to be coming barely days after he returned from a 2weeks trip abroad.
Insiders disclosed to Man About Town that what amazes many is that this trend is certainly unlike him at all.
‘He is one man that has been known over the years never to be too far from where his business.
This ceaseless travelling is certainly a sudden change from his set ways- and,the funny thing is, it isn’t like he goes there for any major thing- just relaxation like he claimed’
Privileged sources hinted Man About Town that- Mr Boustani does not have a fixed location he visits each time he travels- at times he is reported as going to visit his family in Lebanon- at other times he is said to just go off on a whim- visiting other parts of the world he has always wanted to go see.
Those in the know disclosed that the man who has successfully operated in the nations business climate for over ten years- with a much publicised romance with one of the Nations most celebrated beauty queen to the bargain- appear to have established a structure that now services his businesses with little or no supervision.
Mr Boustani’s self sustaining culture is reportedly headed by Mr Saheed, described as a relative to the owner of the Akin Adesola street Victoria Island Lagos sited K’s place
RASHEED MURHI OKUNOLA ON THREE CONTINENT HONEYMOON
Rasheed, the newly married younger brother of low profile individual; Akeem Murhi Okunola is out of the country.
And, is mission is to kick start his matrimony to his wonder wife, in a mind blowing way.
Though details are still very much sketchy- insiders hinted Man About Town that Rasheed has taken his wife on a honeymoon spanning three continents.
‘ I can’t specifically tell you what and what they are up to- but one thing I know for a fact is that they are on a honey moon on three continents, Africa, America and Europe. The specifics are what I can’t give out for now’ a privy source claimed
Further probe conducted by Man About Town revealed that- the couple who journeyed out of the immediately after their wedding some three weeks back- are expected back into the country in the early days of next week.
2FACE TURNS CLUP PAPAS SECOND HOME
Musician Innocent Idibia widely addressed as Tuface is now one of the most common face in the night life that is Victoria Island Lagos.
Sources close to Man About however revealed the much loved entertainer have a preferred house of leisure.
The identity of the Singers favourite fun spot is given as Club Papas.
Sited on Akin Adesola Street Victoria Island Lagos- informants maintained the he relaxation spot has become like a second home the former Kennis Music artiste.
Ardent night crawlers at Club Papas maintained’ it’s like that is the only place he goes to now- Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays- all the club days. He is always there enjoying himself’
Sources however maintained unlike- he does not storm the place with retinue of aides.
Insiders maintained- the Singer mischievously dubbed a perfect lesson in how not to use a condom- because of the numerous pregnancies attributed to his name- most times arrive the funspot with a friend or two in two.
He is said to most times stay glued to the upper segment V.I.P section- relishing in the fun till he departs.
‘I don’t know what he has for Club Papas, may be because the place is where to be for virtually all the top shots nowadays- but all I know is that even if he goes to another club, he still comes back to the place. That is where he signs off each time he clubs’ another source divulged.
THE TALES TRAILING FRANK EDOHO
Mr Frank Edoho, presenter of one of the most watched shows on television- Who Wants To Be A Millionaire is in the news again.
Clinical followers of his ways hinted Man About Town that he has picked up a discarded habit.
He is said to have re-ignited his love for chatting up strange ladies and taking them to where sources labelled’ only he knows’.
His hunting ground is listed as Silverbird Galleria. He is said to carry out this activity under the pretext of catching up with friends- and watching movies.
Informants maintained, this was one habits that was his passion before the celebrated crisis that rocked his marriage to his Television Presenter wife, Catherine.
After a truce was brokered and the marriage back on course- Mr Edoho reportedly dumped this habit- but still hung out with friends at the Ahmadu Bello, Victoria Island Lagos complex.
However reasons yet to be decipher, the popular Television Presenter is said to have returned to his old ways-and according to sources ‘ from the look of things, soaking up the fun like never before’
WOLE ARISEKOLA DELVES INTO OIL BUSINESS.
Man about town and Publisher of Street Journal Magazine- Mr Wole Arisekola has made an incursion into new business terrains.
Those in the know hinted Man About Town that Mr Arisekola working in concert with two other mysterious partners has delved into the oil business.
His specific interest is described as Diesel.
Though specifics of the manner he intends to carry out his business with the product is yet unclea-sources maintained a business name has already being registered to the effect.
Mr Arsiekola and his crew are however said to be keeping the development as quiet has possible.
Information made available to Man About Town revealed that the Dublin returnee is the arrow ahead behind the groups business interest.
Confirmed sources squealed to Man About Town that finances is pooled on an equal terms basis.
At present the group are described as attempting to sell of and allocation in the open market.
In a related development- those who should know maintain the light skinned individual have commence move to produce yet another edition of his claim to fame in this part of the world- The Street Journal Magazine.
BISI OLATILO SET TO BATTLE GANIYU SHONUBI
A war of sort is looming between two society top shots, Bisi Olatilo- of the highly popular, Bisi Olatilo Show and Mr Ganiyu Shonubi- the owner of Gaso Furniture.
Information making the rounds indicates- the fight once kick started may transform into a messy affair- except of course someone fulfil his part of a bargain fast turning sour.
Information made available to Man About Town indicates that recently Mr Shonubi and Bisi Olatilo struck a deal.
The deal according to investigation was a barter arrangement- for special coverage of his company on the very popular Bisi Olatilo Show- Mr Shonubi agreed to give products worth the value of the airtime.
Insiders revealed Mr Olatilo have since perfected his part of the bargain.
But to the surprise of many- the Ibadan based furniture owner has being dilly dallying ever since.
Those in the know maintained it has even gotten to such an extent that, allegations that he doesn’t pick Mr Olatilo and his agents calls again is rife.
Unconfirmed sources listed the value of goods he ought to release for services render as 5million Naira.
According to the a source close to the helmsman of Biscom ‘if he thinks he can get away with what he is doing, he should have a re think. When Oga is ready- we will go there and cart away our goods..except of course he is ready to pay in cash’

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