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- Nigerian migrant woman who gave birth at sea says Nigeria is the worst place to live
- Davido shares baby photo
- Hilarious! University student sues school after failing exam twice
- Malaysian-based dance duo Styl Slayer slay with Simi's "Tiff" dance video
- Aww! Adorable granny blows out her teeth as she tries to blow out her birthday candles
- Photos: Femi Kuti shows off his 'Shoki' moves
- Pics: Lupita Nyong'O stuns & twirls in green at Cannes Film Festival
- Photo: Commerce House on Adeyemo Alakija on fire...
- Canoe Celebrates Winners of “Colour-Mix Contest”
- Did Tonto Dikeh's ex Malivelihood just throw shade at her?
- Flavour remembers ex-fiancee Beverly Heels on her birthday
- Photos: Ben Murray-Bruce throws poolside graduation party for his son
- Terrifying moment Burundian female police officer shot at protesters at close range, before mob descended on her
- Fayrouz L’Original Season2 enters audition phase - makes 1st stop at University of Ibadan
- 50 year-old woman delivers twins after 14 years of childlessness
- Photo: Rihanna reportedly confronts girl after the girl called her a h**
- 'Allah will punish me if I ever abuse your love for me' - son of Bauchi Gov writes to his wife
- Burundi presidency reacts to coup declaration by army general, says it's fake
- Gladiator Marine & Resorts collaborates with VooDoo Ent & Hennessy for Beach Vibes party
- Lekki robbery: Suspect says he was given only N50k from operation
- Photo: Fire outbreak at Opebi, Lagos
- Footballer Yaya Toure to receive €1m bonus today as he turns 32
- Photo: Sen. Saraki with Tony Blair in Abuja today
- A letter to Onyx Godwin (Effeminacy & Masculinity) by LIB reader
- Universal Energy announces commercial oil production at Stubb Creek
| Nigerian migrant woman who gave birth at sea says Nigeria is the worst place to live Posted: 13 May 2015 01:40 PM PDT   The woman, 24 year old Stephanie Samuel (above) told Reuters that she risked the dangerous voyage to Europe because she wanted a better life for her child. "I didn't expect the baby, you know, but she just like, she just came. I just wanted to leave Libya. Italy is better than Libya and Nigeria is the worst. God decides, not me ... but I believe she will have a more good future in Europe." Stephanie said From Reuters A week after the birth, both Stephanie Samuel, the 24-year-old Nigerian mother, and Francesca Marina have recovered. Doctors at the Sicilian hospital said they would probably be transferred to an immigration center for families with small children in a few days time. Samuel worked for two years in Tripoli as a housemaid to save money to pay smugglers for the trip, but then the boat she set off in with about 90 others stalled after only three hours at sea. By the time they were picked up by the Bettica off the Libyan coast seven hours later, she was unconscious after suffering epileptic seizures and had gone into labor. |
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| Hilarious! University student sues school after failing exam twice Posted: 13 May 2015 01:31 PM PDT  Burbella said the professor gave her a distraction-free environment and extra time for her final exam when she took the class the second time, but did not respond to telephoned questions as promised, giving her even more stress. Burbella said she started to break down in tears because of the lack of help. She said the Catholic university gave another disabled student better accommodations and that her treatment violated a federal disability discrimination law. Burbella entered the university's nursing program in 2010 and struggled toward a bachelor's degree in nursing because of her conditions, the lawsuit says, and experienced great anxiety due to social and academic challenges and family medical issues. After failing the first time, Burbella says the university forced her to re-take the class in a summer session that began four days later, causing "great trepidation." The Citizens' Voice reports Burbella is seeking more than $75,000 in damages. |
| Malaysian-based dance duo Styl Slayer slay with Simi's "Tiff" dance video Posted: 13 May 2015 01:04 PM PDT Malaysian dance duo Styl Slayer made up of Nigerian Tunde StylSlayer and Malaysian Stephanie Goh slay in this trending dance remake video of Simi's "Tiff". The clip was shot in Malaysia, StylSlayer has choreographed routines for 2face, Lara George etc. Watch the dance video above |
| Aww! Adorable granny blows out her teeth as she tries to blow out her birthday candles Posted: 13 May 2015 12:48 PM PDT   The adorable grandma, who was surrounded by her children, grand and great grand children for the birthday celebration, laughed at what happened, and the sweet moment was captured on film and shared on instagram. It has been re-posted by many others and watched by thousands, making her an internet sensation. She explained to ABC News: I was sitting down and my daughter brought in a cake with a 1-0-2 on it. She said, 'OK mom, you have to blow out the candles. I took a deep, deep, breath and with all my might I blew out the candles and then my teeth came out. Well my grandchildren went crazy laughing, and laughing."     |
| Photos: Femi Kuti shows off his 'Shoki' moves Posted: 13 May 2015 12:57 PM PDT        Watch Femi Kuti perform an epic Shoki here |
| Pics: Lupita Nyong'O stuns & twirls in green at Cannes Film Festival Posted: 13 May 2015 12:58 PM PDT |
| Photo: Commerce House on Adeyemo Alakija on fire... Posted: 13 May 2015 12:23 PM PDT   |
| Canoe Celebrates Winners of “Colour-Mix Contest” Posted: 13 May 2015 12:18 PM PDT  The campaign which ended on March 13th, 2015 afforded the contestants opportunity to win for themselves boxes of chocolates, exquisite Da Viva materials, St Lauren Non-Alcoholic Wine, dinner for 2 at a choice restaurant as well as cartons of Canoe Detergent.  It will be recalled that lovers were encouraged to upload their pictures in which they are posing with loved ones on the Canoe's Facebook page: http://canoe-alivewithcolor.pgtb.me/cWnth9, during the Valentine season. Lovers, family and friends (in twos only) were encouraged to strike poses with their creative colourful mix not restricted to traditional attires.  Speaking on the campaign, the Brand Manager, Canoe Detergent, Gloria Jacobs noted that the essence was to reward the online fans for their strong contribution to the growth of the brand in the last year and also seize the opportunity to bond with its consumers. She encouraged consumers to afford themselves of the unique benefits of the brand by visiting supermarkets and stores across the country to purchase the product which is readily available and at very affordable price, adding that they can know more about the brand and its campaign activities by visiting its social online pages.              Facebookhttp://www.facebook.com/CanoeLaundry.ng | Follow them on Twitter:@canoelaundryng | Follow them on Instagram: @canoelaundryng | Visit the website: http://canoelaundry.com/ |
| Did Tonto Dikeh's ex Malivelihood just throw shade at her? Posted: 13 May 2015 11:23 AM PDT   Ok, so today, Tonto's ex-boyfriend, luxury designer Malivelihood, took to his instagram page to show off a $15,000 snake skin Givenchy bag he bought for his girlfriend, Deola Smart, saying he hopes she likes it (pictured right). So, how is it related? Well, like I said, I may be over reaching - but Tonto's fight with the luxury shopper was over replica Givenchy bags, remember? (now getting where I am going? lol). Malivelihood bought same designer brand, Givenchy, made sure to let his followers know it's the real one and told them the price. That seems like a subtle sub to me...lol |
| Flavour remembers ex-fiancee Beverly Heels on her birthday Posted: 13 May 2015 11:32 AM PDT   |
| Photos: Ben Murray-Bruce throws poolside graduation party for his son Posted: 13 May 2015 10:31 AM PDT               Photo credit: Goldenicons.com You can watch video here if you want |
| Posted: 13 May 2015 09:55 AM PDT        Photo credit: Reuters |
| Fayrouz L’Original Season2 enters audition phase - makes 1st stop at University of Ibadan Posted: 13 May 2015 09:52 AM PDT  The oldest and most prestigious university in Nigeria which boasts of over 30,000 students is all set to host Fayrouz L'Original Expression Show designed to give young undergraduates, fresh graduates and corp members with unique creative abilities a platform to showcase their original works for a chance to win amazing prizes and opportunities. According to the organizers, the Ibadan auditions is open to thousands of registered participants from within and around the ancient city. Expected to be on the jury are the trio of fashion experts Mai Atafo, Kunbi Oyelese, Kelechi Amadi-Obi and House of Tara who will be judging the participating teams based on originality, creativity and confidence. Qualified teams will then move on to the next stage and compete with winner from other regions during the semi-finals holding in Obudu Cattle Ranch, Cross Rivers State, later in the year. The audition train will make its next stop at the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State on May 22nd and 23rd, University of Nigeria Enugu on the 29th and 30th before stopping at University of Lagos on the 5th and 6th of June 2015. |
| 50 year-old woman delivers twins after 14 years of childlessness Posted: 13 May 2015 09:59 AM PDT  The mother of two girls, who weighed 4.2kg and 2.3kg, advised other couples in need of children not to lose hope. In an interview with NAN, she expressed gratitude to God for giving her the children after several years. "I thank God for the new name he has given to me; before, I was being called Iya Iyanu'' without a child, but today, my name has changed to "Mummy Twins.'' Many of my colleagues, friends and neighbours mocked and sidelined me, but because I stood firm on the words of God, He answered my prayers. I thank my husband, who inspite of the troubles and problems from family members, friends, colleagues and neighbours still believe in me and God.The father of the twins, Babatunde,49, also expressed gratitude to God for the children. "We fast, pray and cry unto God for the fruits of the womb for years, but I am happy that today, God has finally fulfilled his promise to my family. I thank members of our church under the callings of Pastor and Mrs David Ajileye for their prayers and care for my family,'' the happy father, who is also a civil servant, said.Ajileye, who is the General Overseer of the Way of Life Bible Church, Ado-Ekiti, thanked God for his blessings in the lives of the couple. "We have known the couple for over 15 years and they have been steadfast and faithful in serving God inspite of the challenges they were facing. For years, I and my wife have been praying to God to give the couple the fruit of the womb; I am so happy that the lord has answered their prayers. The church witnessed a similar miracle in 2013 when a couple, members of our church delivered a set of twins, a boy and a girl after 31 years of childlessness,'' he said.He advised the couple to teach and train the children in the ways of the lord. NAN reports that the mother and the twins were in good health as at press time. Source: NAN |
| Photo: Rihanna reportedly confronts girl after the girl called her a h** Posted: 13 May 2015 09:25 AM PDT  |
| 'Allah will punish me if I ever abuse your love for me' - son of Bauchi Gov writes to his wife Posted: 13 May 2015 09:17 AM PDT  "My wife, my lover, my best friend, my soul mate and my life partner. Any amount of words I might decide to search for in this world would not be able to describe the distinctive beauty n outstanding of your character n person. You are kind, honest, strong in everyway, loyal, smart, loving, selfless, considerate, caring, hardworking, patient, adorable, funny, down to earth, respectful, sharp, pure, faithful, understanding, charismatic, generous, humble, intelligent, religious, you are the epitome of beauty and undeniably sexy (that incomparable to any woman on this earth) since the first day I met u, I knew there was something specially different about u and to my pleasant surprise, I was pleasantly right (my instincts never fail me). The wife's reply to him below... "OMG!!! I'm speechless babe. This is beautiful! You're beautiful! You make my life more beautiful. I don't know where and what I will be without you! Thank you baby for everything I can't ask for a better partner/soul mate ❤️❤️❤️❤️ |
| Burundi presidency reacts to coup declaration by army general, says it's fake Posted: 13 May 2015 09:00 AM PDT  "It is with regret that we have learned that a group of soldiers rebelled this morning and made a fake declaration about a coup. The Presidency of the Republic wants the public opinion both in Burundi and abroad to know that this coup attempt has been stopped and that the people who read that statement on private local radio are being sought by the defence and security forces so that they are brought to justice. The Presidency of the Republic is asking the people of Burundi as well as foreigners to keep calm. Everything is being done to maintain security across the national territory."Meanwhile Burundi citizens have taken to the streets to celebrate with soldiers after the coup was announced. See the photos after the cut...       |
| Gladiator Marine & Resorts collaborates with VooDoo Ent & Hennessy for Beach Vibes party Posted: 13 May 2015 08:49 AM PDT  Gladiator Marine, a yacht rental & resort company, was in charge of all the ferries & yachts used for the party. Osas Osadolor who is the CEO said to me that the event was a success as the two partner brands involved produced a brilliant team of energy & were all of unrivaled support. He said the brand continually renders services to both corporate and private bodies for regular boat cruises for friends and families, to organizing VIP yacht parties & beach getaways of different kinds. Young undergrads in town for the weekend, artistes shooting music videos to birthday parties, even sharp guys renting yachts to propose to their girlfriends... The possibilities are almost endless! Anyways, before the rainy season comes down, we should all go on a boat cruise and plan our beach events! Have fun! His instagram page is @mr.osasCall/Text/WhatsApp him on +2348088653272 or +2348163075516See some pictures from the event after the cut...             |
| Lekki robbery: Suspect says he was given only N50k from operation Posted: 13 May 2015 08:42 AM PDT  The suspect, an Ondo state indigene, who is one of the four arrested this week (all 4 pictured above), said 15 of them went for the operation and that he was the one that drove the speed boat that took the robbers to the crime scene and drove them after they had completed their operation.  "We were 15 in number that went for that operation and we used two speed boats. Five of us stayed back in the boat at Lekki while the other 10 went inside the bank. When they killed the policemen and two other civilians I queried them but they didn't listen. I am the speed boat driver that took the armed robbery gang to Lekki on March 12, 2015. I didn't want to go, they forced me, and after the operation, they gave me N50,000. I have not gone for robbery operation before now; I am into oil bunkering in Arepo along Lagos Ibadan expressway, a community in Ogun state. I know they were robbers when the contracted me to use my speed boat to convey them through the waterways to Lekki. I make money from oil bunkering between N50,000- N80,000 each time I go to work" he said. |
| Photo: Fire outbreak at Opebi, Lagos Posted: 13 May 2015 08:41 AM PDT  A one-storey building is currently up in flames in Opebi, Ikeja axis of Lagos state. The cause of fire is yet to be ascertained. Fire service being expected. More details later. |
| Footballer Yaya Toure to receive €1m bonus today as he turns 32 Posted: 13 May 2015 08:30 AM PDT   Imagine your birthday gift being one million euros! According to Mail Online Sports, Ivory Coast star Yaya Toure will celebrate his 32nd birthday on today Wednesday May 13th by picking up a staggering €1million bonus from Manchester City after they qualified for the Champions League. The midfielder had the clause built in to his contract when he moved to the club in 2010. City secured Champions League football for next season at the weekend when they beat QPR and are one win away from a guaranteed place in the group stage of the competition. |
| Photo: Sen. Saraki with Tony Blair in Abuja today Posted: 13 May 2015 08:02 AM PDT  |
| A letter to Onyx Godwin (Effeminacy & Masculinity) by LIB reader Posted: 13 May 2015 07:57 AM PDT  This letter is not to support Onyx or mock him in anyway but to let LIBers and the general public face the fact that some people were born this way and more are still coming. Effeminacy in men and masculinity in women is something we encounter regularly in our society. We see them in buses, on the road side, churches, mosques, television, schools. etc. They are everyhwhere, you can't escape it. Effeminacy in men and masculinity in women are no doubt associated with homosexuality which i think its normal for people to think so.But it should also be noted that certainly not all homosexual people give evidence of these characteristics. Some just got luckier than some, so dont be too quick to judge. Have you ever asked yourself why anybody would choose to be effeminate in a world that makes life miserable for effeminate people? Think about it. These people are not mad. They were born the normal way just like you and i, They have blood running through their viens.So why mock them? The real manhood or womanhood is not measured in superficial things like the way we pronounce words, how we throw a ball, or how we cross our legs and i guess that was why Onyx was able to get the job he was interviewed for. God created us to be social creatures. As Christians ,Muslims & Others, we should be above being advocates of societal stereotypes of "real men" and "real women". we should appreciate the wonderful diversity that God has created in us. It's not their fault they were created that way so why not just accept them and let the world rest. I know of Influencial people in Politics and in the Entertainment industry who are effeminate, blooming in their careers and touching lives. Isn't that the essence of life? So why the headache. Is it untill they start commiting sucide? Lets rise above hate. Its not like we are staying on earth forever. We will all die and all these things wont matter again. Let me stop here because LIBers dont like reading long stories. Lol. Onyx, live your life biko. Mayowa Aboah . |
| Universal Energy announces commercial oil production at Stubb Creek Posted: 13 May 2015 10:01 AM PDT  With this achievement, Universal Energy has joined the league of marginal oil field producing companies in Nigeria, having successfully completed the construction of an Early Production Facility and building of the necessary 23 km pipeline from the Stubb Creek Field to Exxon Mobil's Qua Iboe Terminal to enable evacuation and delivery.  Commercial oil production from the Stubb Creek Field is at an initial gross rate of 2,000 bpd with plans to increase the processing capacity to 8,000 bpd. Commenting on this milestone, Bassey Umoh, Managing Director, Universal Energy, said Universal Energy has achieved a major milestone in the long term development plan for the Stubb Creek Field; that is first oil from this marginal field. The marginal field round was executed with the aim of enabling domestic companies to bring smaller marginal fields on-stream and we are proud to have achieved this. As a team, Universal Energy wishes to express sincere appreciation and thanks to everyone who provided support and significantly contributed to the successful completion of the Stubb Creek Early Production Facility Project in Unyenge, Mbo Local Government Area; from conceptualisation, through to development and achieving first oil delivery. Particular thanks to our esteemed Board Chairman and Members, Seven Energy International Limited (which owns 62.5% equity interest in Universal Energy), other shareholders, our Joint Venture Technical Partner - Sinopec International Petroleum Exploration & Production Company (Nigeria) Ltd and the current Universal Energy management team and our retired and serving staff. We also value the immense contribution of Universal Energy project team and the numerous contractors, suppliers and vendors that have all played a part in the accomplishment of this goal in the development journey of the Stubb Creek Field. Universal Energy appreciates the support of the Federal Government of Nigeria and its functionaries, the Akwa Ibom State Government, relevant Government Regulatory Agencies including Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), Federal Ministry of Environment (FMEN), Federal Ministry of Trade and Industry (FMTI), Nigerian National Petroleum Cooperation (NNPC) Commercial Division, Nigeria Content Development Management Board (NCDMB), as well as Nigeria Security Agencies. Lastly but most importantly, we would like to commend our host communities in Akwa Ibom State for their support in creating a conducive environment for our operations and granting us access to operate in the immediate and outer communities. We would like to offer our assurance that Universal Energy will continue to uphold the Industry Best Practices while carrying out its operations and in accordance with the Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Bassey Umoh Managing Director, Universal Energy |
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