Dear LIB readers: my baby opened her eyes 30mins after she was born (photo)

From a male LIB reader

"I uses to hear that new born babies take a while before their eyes open up. I just got a baby girl from my lovely wife some hours ago and her eyes were open after 30 minutes

Smirnoff and DJ SPINALL treat Benin to an epic -doubleside party

Smirnoff set out to ensure that Friday night would be an unforgettable one for the people in Benin City and it was a huge success!  The Smirnoff and Spinall Industry Nite tour officially kicked off and it was a resounding success, Benin City sure knows how to party!

Chelsea one of three competing offers for Pogba, claims Spanish paper

For the amount of money Chelsea can spend this summer -- Petr Cech's sale has cleared significant room in the budget, Fernando Torres's still more and the Yokohama Rubber deal most of all -- our transfer rumours this summer have been rather prosaic. A downgrade at backup keeper? Sure, why not? An injured centre forward to back up Diego Costa? Ok!

Real Madrid Transfer News: Cristiano Ronaldo, David De Gea, Sergio Ramos And More Involved In Latest Speculation

 

As one former Manchester United star commits his immediate future to Real Madrid, the two European giants continue to be locked in negotiations involving two Spain internationals potentially moving in opposite directions.

Wife of former acting governor of Bayelsa state, Binabo Martha, kidnapped

Martha Binabo, 48, the wife of former acting governor of Bayelsa state and currently House of Reps member, Nestor Binabo (pictured above), was kidnapped yesterday June 29th at her warehouse in Bayelsa by five gunmen who wore military uniform.

Argentine Kidnapped In Nigeria: Chanting Lionel Messi’s Name Saved My Life

An Argentine who was kidnapped in Nigeria owes his life to footballing superstar Lionel Messi, after chanting his compatriot’s name to calm his violent captors, as revealed by Goal.

‘34m Children Out Of School In Conflict Countries’

A new report by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), yesterday in its Education For All Global Monitoring Report (EFA GMR) shows that 34 million children and adolescents are out of school in conflict-affected countries.

Facebook Fraudsters Using My Name To Defraud People – Fashola

The immediate past governor of Lagos State, Mr Babatunde Fashola (SAN) yesterday alerted that some unscrupulous persons are using his photographs and ascribing fictitious statements to him on fake Facebook accounts to defraud innocent people.

Behind the scene pics of Liz Benson getting adorned as a queen

Here are BTS pictures of Nollywood acting legend turned evangelist Liz Benson-Ameye on the set of her new screen project in which she plays as a queen. More pics after the cut....

Buhari Promises to Complete, Rehabilitate Hydro-power Projects

President Muhammadu Buhari monday said his administration would give the highest possible priority to the rapid improvement of power supply across Nigeria. The president spoke when he had an audience with officials of CCECC, the Chinese Construction Company, working on the Mambilla power project.

Buhari: All Revenues from NNPC, Others Must be Paid into Consolidated Revenue Fund

In a landmark directive, President Muhammadu Buhari monday ordered all revenue generating agencies such as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), amongst others, to pay all their revenues into the Consolidated Revenue Fund (CFR).

Buhari Inaugurates NEC, Challenges Governors To Pay Outstanding Workers’ Salaries

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday inaugurated the National Economic Council (NEC), with a call on state governors to settle all unpaid workers’ salaries in their respective states.

2015 Army Day Celebration Begins July 1

The Nigerian Army will mark the 2015 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL 2015) between July 1 and July 6, 2015. This is contained in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman.

How 603 Civilian JTF Were Killed By Boko Haram In Borno

Facts have emerged on how 603 Civilian Joint Task Force CJTF, members in Borno State were killed while attempting to prevent bomb strapped Boko Haram insurgents from detonating their bombs in large crowds.

Unpaid Salaries: Oyo PDP Asks Ajimobi to Slash Security Vote, Others

With workers’ salaries owed by the Oyo State government running into fourth month, the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has counselled the governor of the state, Senator Abiola Ajimobi to take immediate measures to mitigate the suffering of the people in the state.

Deputy Speaker- Legislators Do Not Get Funds for Constituency Projects

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Sulaimon Lasun has explained that lawmakers do not receive funds for projects located in their constituencies.

This, he said, is contrary to general conceptions.

ISIS responds to US legalizing gay marriage by killing four gay men

Four gay men were executed by members of the Islamic State following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to legalize same-sex marriage nationwide on Friday June 26th.

Rivers APC Backs Buhari On Recovery Of Looted Funds

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has thrown its weight behind the decision of President Muhammadu Buhari, to investigate and recover the billions of naira looted by the immediate past administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.

Birthday: Pastor Gives Out 22 Cars

The senior pastor of Champions Royal Assembly, Kubwa, Abuja, Joshua Iginla, on Sunday gave out 22 cars and millions of naira ranging from N50,000 to N500,000.
The pastor, who celebrated his birthday and that of his wife at the service, also unveiled 33 books written by him.

Nigeria Can’t Go Below Gains Of 2015 Elections – Jega

The outgoing chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Attahiru Jega, has called for constant vigilance and commitment to sustain the gains from the 2015 elections.
Jega made the plea at a dinner reception organised for him by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) and some civil societies in Abuja at the weekend.

Buhari Inaugurates National Economic Council Today

President Muhammadu Buhari will today inaugurate his administration’s National Economic Council (NEC).
The council, which will be inaugurated in the council chambers of the presidential villa, Abuja, is expected to draw up a roadmap that will actualise the economic policies of the new administration.

Why Children Should Avoid Davido’s Music Video “Fans Mi”

Have you watched popstar, David Adeleke aka Davido’s latest video, ‘Fans Mi’ featuring American rapper, Meek Mill? Then you will agree that no child under the age of 18 should see it. Even though music videos have since been reduced to nothing more than scantily-dressed ladies shaking their butts, and the glorification of drunkenness, Davido’s video pushes the boundary of decency.

Lagos Begins Repair Work On 90 Roads, See Which Ones

The change has commenced it seems. The Lagos State Public Works Corporation (LSPWC) has now started maintenance and rehabilitation work on 90 roads across the metropolis. Mr. Ayotunde Shodeinde, Chairman of the Corporation, said the need to fix the roads became very necessary following the devastating state of the road after the heavy rains recently.

Texas woman arrested for unwanted BJ

Usually when a guy awakes to a woman in the midst of a fellatio sesh, he considers it the perfect start to what is probably going to be the greatest day of his life.Megan Hoelting didn’t find that guy, and it probably had something to do with the fact he was friends with her husband.

Obama’s half-brother sells revealing letter from the president

President Obama’s half-brother, Malik Abongo “Roy” Obama, has sold a handwritten letter from the president, penned 20 years ago, that reveals Obama’s reasoning for getting into politics including “to deal with some serious issues blacks face here.”

S.African model Thando Hopa revels in her albino skin

Thando Hopa grew up in the shade, her porcelain skin protected by long sleeves and sunscreen until the day the South African decided to fight prejudice against albinos by becoming a model.

Rose McGowan Says Agent Dropped Her for Criticizing Adam Sandler Film Role

Rose McGowan appears to be changing agents. In a Twitter message posted June 17, the Charmed actress criticized the wardrobe description for a part in a film that she received an audition script for. She said the forthcoming film stars a male actor whose name rhymes with “Madam Panhandler,” and she later confirmed to E! that the star is Adam Sandler.
She pointed out that actresses auditioning for the role were told to wear a “black (or dark) form-fitting tank that shows off cleavage (push-up bras encouraged). And form-fitting leggings or jeans.”

'Miracle' Mom and Baby Rescued Alive Four Days After Jungle Plane Crash

 

A Cessna 303 light aircraft is seen on June 24, 2015, after it crashed during a flight from Nuqui to Quibdo, Choco department in Colombia a few days earlier (Photo: AFP)     

Michael Jackson's estate 'has made $2billion since his death

When Michael Jackson died on June 25th 2009 at the age of 50, his estate was bankrupt, but in the 6 years since his passing, a fortune has been made under his name.

Food Poisoning: Farmers Call For Training Programme On Chemical Application

Some farmers in Hadejia, Jigawa, have advocated for introduction of modern preservation techniques to check spate of food poisoning. A cross section of the farmers made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Hadejia on Thursday.

Boko Haram: Obama Invites President Buhari

United States President, Barack Obama will on July 20, 2015 host President Muhammadu Buhari at the White House where issues pertaining to cooperation between the two countries on how to advance a holistic and regional approach to combating the Boko Haram insurgency would be discussed.

Armenian protesters blocks road for 3rd day over energy hikes

 Thousands of demonstrators protesting a hike in electricity prices entered a third straight day of standoffs with police in Armenia's capital Wednesday, with no visible progress toward resolving the worst unrest the country has seen in years.

Watchdog Journalists face Unprecedented threats in Egypt

Journalists face unprecedented threats in President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi's Egypt, a watchdog group said Thursday, with the highest number behind bars since it began keeping records in 1990. In a report detailing the incarceration of 18 Egyptians, the New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists said most were accused of affiliation with the now-outlawed Muslim Brotherhood of ousted Islamist President Mohammed Morsi.

Anger, no Surprise as US Newly Accused of spying in France

 

Embarrassed by leaked conversations of three successive French presidents and angered by new evidence of uninhibited American spying, France demanded answers Wednesday and called for an intelligence "code of conduct" between allies.

Nigeria Spent N660bn on Imported Chicken in 2014

The Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN) Wednesday revealed that 1.2 million metric tonnes(MT) of frozen chicken valued at N660,000 billion was imported into the country in 2014. This, according to the association, was four times higher than what was produced locally, and exceeding the current industry capacity.

PMB, APC Govs Wade Into NASS Rift

President Muhammadu Buhari and APC governors have resolved to wade into the lingering leadership crisis rocking the National Assembly, particularly the Senate. Accordingly, the governors, at a meeting with the President in Aso Rock late Tuesday night, agreed to call the senators to order and caution them against treating the decisions of the party with disdain.

Man arrested for taking photos of policemen collecting bribe

A young man, Thompson Ntiedo has been arrested for taking pictures of a policeman collecting bribe from a commercial motorist. Nation newspaper reports that he was arrested by personnel of the Okota Police Station on Tuesday evening, who claimed they were carrying out the directives of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), James Chu, a CSP.

Buhari: International Community will Help Nigeria Recover Stolen Funds

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday said his administration had received firm assurances of cooperation from the United States and other countries on the recovery and repatriation of funds stolen from Nigeria.

PDP Asks Buhari to Stop Making Excuses

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described as evasive, diversionary and pre-emptive President Muhammadu Buhari’s excuses, describing them as signs for possible failure in delivering on his campaign promises to Nigerians.

Buhari Considers Fashola, Oronsaye, Others for Villa Positions

As the jostling for cabinet posts in President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration intensifies, there are indications that the immediate past Governor of Lagos State, Babatude Fashola; former Head of Service, Mr. Steve Oronsaye; a former Chief of Army Staff, Lt-General Abdulrahman Dambazzau; a former Managing Director of New Nigerian Newspapers, Adamu Adamu, and a former Military Administrator of Kaduna State, Col. Hammed Ali, may have been shortlisted for positions in the administration.

Public bus drivers and robbery at CMS (outer Marina)

Quite a number of people have written to me about the robbery that happens in traffic at CMS...here's another story by someone who has witnessed it. It has happened to me before...a few years ago. They come to your car window in traffic & tell you to wind down or they will break it. Anyway read below

Family killed in murder-suicide missed Father's Day visit

A Utah man shot and killed his wife and two young children before turning the gun on himself on Father's Day, stunning neighbors and relatives who said the family missed an outing that day but otherwise showed no outward signs that anything was amiss.

I Inherited Huge Debts, Empty Treasury – PMB

President Muhammadu Buhari has described as a disgrace a situation whereby his administration inherited an empty treasury at a time when debts running into several hundreds of millions of dollars had piled up, with the federal and state governments unable to pay worker salaries.

World Oil Demand Increases After Price Slump

Nigeria and other oil producing nations are expected to bounce back to an increase in oil prices if the latest report of the International Energy Agency (IEA) is anything to go by.

Teen Suicide Bombers Kill 30 In Maiduguri Mosque Attack

No fewer than 30 persons were killed at a mosque near a crowded fish market in Maiduguri, Borno State, when two female suicide bombers in their teens detonated bombs yesterday afternoon, witnesses and security sources said.

Why I Invested in Lagos Basketball Club – Sound Sultan

The jagbanjantis crooner, Sound Sultan, is an avid basketball fan known by many who are close to him. His love for the sport has now gotten him involved in the development of the popular Lagos basketball club named Lagos Islanders.

Stop Comparing Me With Dagrin – Olamide

Reacting to reports that acts signed under his record label YBNL might abandon him sometime in the future, Indigenous rapper Olamide bared his mind via Twitter. ” Sometimes I see people yanning dust. And I wonder if they forgot my beginning.

18-yr-Old Girl Kills Mum Over Order To Cook Dinner

A girl, aged about 18 years allegedly killed her mother in Rumuchakara village in Choba community, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State on Wednesday.