GLITZ AT AFRICAN FASHION WEEK 2010 IN JOHANNESBURG
During the World Cup South Africa 2010, the world was all about the football going on in the rainbow nation, but for fashion buffs, the buzz was about the African Fashion Week 2010 held in Johannesburg.

The event featured top designers across the continent and Dr. Precious Moloi Motsepe, Chairperson, African Fashion International, the organizers, said the event was carefully timed to give African fashion the much needed world exposure.

ESSENCE ROARS BACK WITH ESSENTIALLY
One of the most talented female vocalists in Nigeria, Uwale Okoro popularly known as Essence is back on the groove. Since her 2004 album, Truly Essence, many have been wondering when she will release another work; she has answered them with an exciting package called Essential. The new work was launched with pomp, fashion and lots more at an event held inside Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Essence, who was so happy that day, said it took so long because she was taking her time. With the right marketing and promotions, this is one dish, I am certain Nigerians will enjoy. Meanwhile, check out the pictures of the launch.

ZIZI CARDOW CELEBRATES 10 YEARS IN FASHION
If  we mention Ngozi Cardow, you will be wondering whom we are talking about, well, those are the original names of one of Nigeria's most talented designers. Her label, Zizi Cardow,  has carved a  niche for itself  for using African prints to create funky and  eccentric outfits.

Zizi rolled out the drums on May 15, 2010 to celebrate her tenth year in  fashion with a big bang. The evening of high fashion and entertainment was attended by the cream of Nigerian society especially fashionistas who have followed her career all these years.

The Ball held at the Grand Ball Room of Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos showcased her 2010 collections and it was also used to raise funds for Project Alert, a non-governmental organisation.

APSLEY    TAILORS “OUR MISSION TO AFRICA”
Apsley Tailors, located in London's Pall Mall, the heart of West End and just a few minutes' walk from famous Savile Row has landed in Lagos, Nigeria.

The bespoke tailoring company, with an in-house workshop, specialising in hand-made garments for both men and women has been in existence since 1889, it has now decided to extend its horizon.

Though it began in Hong Kong, Apsley Tailors has now made London its new home from where it has started a rapid expansion. In 2008, the company introduced itself to the New York fashion world and now operates out of the exclusive Soho House private members club in Manhattan. Apsley Tailors, which has a track record of making the fastest ever suit( in just six hours), is certainly one of the most experienced and innovative producers of high-quality suits in the world.

 General Manager, Mr. Sunil Chopra, reveals their future plans to Ovation.

UCHE JUMBO I AM NOT A NOLLYWOOD HUSTLER

When I met this pretty actress, Uche Jombo at Ogba, Ikeja, Lagos, she was on her way to do a photo shoot for Globacom, the telecom giants which has appointed her as  one of its ambassadors. She greeted me with a warm smile.

 I was shocked to notice that she has cut her hairshort and had no "I am a star "air.  We soon got talking, speaking about her new movie, her hair and the alleged abortion of a six month pregnancy.
I watched your new movie, Nollywood Hustlers, it's a satirical comedy and an interesting one. What can you say about it

It is a fun movie and the first time I read Nollywood Hustlers, I think Emem Isong called it Hustlers. I saw the script and I'm someone who loves to laugh. Then she was supposed to do it in collaboration with someone. The person was supposed to be the Executive Producer but along the line, she just stopped it for another project.

Having read the script, it was still in my mind so when I was thinking about becoming an Executive Producer, I thought of a perfect first project to do. And I have been acting and writing for a long time. Even as a writer, I have always dreamt of when I will be able to finance my own script. Not having any producer, who because he is financing it, could now want to impose on my creativity.