Photos: Kidnapper nabbed in VGC, beaten by mob

This man badly beaten was arrested in VGC this evening. According to the story sent exclusively to LIB, a driver connived with three men to kidnap his boss, the owner of Victoria Water Services from the airport but fortunately traffic foiled their plans.

The lady they almost kidnapped narrated how she had called her driver to pick her from the airport, and she was surprised when some men entered from the back when the doors were supposed to be locked. Continue to read the story and see more photos of the man caught after the cut...

House of Reps Amend PIB To Include The Entire Country As ‘Host Community’ Of Petroleum?

There were tense moments at the House of Representatives on Thursday as members approved a clause in the Petroleum Industry Bill to include the entire country as ‘host community’ of petroleum resources.

By approving the clause, the House said all “upstream and downstream ” communities in the country would now benefit from the‎ “Petroleum Host Community Fund”, proposed in the PIB.
In the original version of the bill from the Executive, the PHCF was proposed to assist cushion the effects of oil exploration activities on oil producing communities.

Pics: Buhari arrived in a chopper to Oshiomole's wedding yesterday

Presidential style. There's something regal about this man. Another photo after the cut...

EXCLUSIVE: How Nigerian banks are taking your money

Francis Agadaga still remembers events of that fateful evening. He could have been a widower by now. On September 12, 2014, he rushed to an Automated Teller Machine point in his neighbourhood at Igando, a Lagos suburb, to pick some cash with which to take his ailing wife, Sandra, to the hospital. It was a tough period for the family.

The N7, 850 left in his bank account would go a long way in dousing the situation if he could get access to the fund. After inserting his card into one of the ATMs and requesting to withdraw N7, 000, what followed almost left the father of two in tears.

 "“It was on a Sunday afternoon and we had just returned from church when my wife started feeling feverish,” he began. “Her temperature became so high that we needed to quickly rush her to a hospital. I didn’t have any money on me at the time and so I hurried to the nearest ATM point to withdraw the little money I had in the account.

Steven Gerrard's final Anfield outing

The Liverpool captain made his final home appearance for the Reds in the defeat to Crystal Palace and insists he will be devastated not to play in front of the club's fans again
After 17 years at Liverpool, the LA Galaxy-bound Steven Gerrard played his final game at Anfield on Saturday, as the Reds hosted Premier League rivals Crystal Palace... See more photo ...

Lagos State uses 40% of power generated nationally - VP Sambo

Speaking during the unveiling of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited Oke-Aro 330/132kV transmission substation in Lagos yesterday Friday May 15th, Vice President Namadi Sambo who was represented by the Minister of Power, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, said The Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company and Eko Electricity Distribution Company account for over 40% of power consumption in Nigeria.

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      This guy nor play for small pikin, One word for am jare;;;;;;;.

OPINION: APC vs PDP - Why Nigeria Rooted For The Crazy Troublemaking Misfits

Richard Tayo from Makurdi, Benue State, says it is obvious why the APC emerged winners in the APC vs PDP political struggle:
Gone are the days when the acronym PDP (Peoples Democratic Party) was only so sufficient to win elections devoid of campaigns and strategies in Nigeria.

Gone are the days when it was only needed to identify with the acronym PDP to be home and dry in any election. Gone were the days when the PDP — the juggernaut, the seemingly unstoppable behemoth — ruled. The slogan of the largest political party in Africa, “Power to the people,” is the most hypocritical catchphrase I have ever heard of.

Nigerian restaurant shut down for serving human flesh?

I first saw this story on AFP and the writer said it might be two years old but UK Daily Mail carried it today. I don't think it's something that happened recently but read below from DM...
A Nigerian restaurant has reportedly been shut down for cooking human flesh and serving it to customers. The police were tipped off by locals who suspected something horrific was taking place inside the kitchen.

Security Guard's Wife Mistaken For Millionaire's Wife, Kidnapped In Lagos

Zara Mohammed, 27, a full-time house wife and a nursing mother , left her home at Dolphin Estate, dressed gracefully to attend her friend’s baby naming ceremony at Ijeh barracks. What she didn't know that day was that she would be mistaken for a millionaire’s wife and kidnapped on her way back home by a woman who offered her a ride at the entrance to her Estate.

The victim, who relocated to Lagos after she got married to her husband in Maiduguri in 2010, had two children including a six-month-old baby before she was kidnapped. Narrating his wife’s ordeal after her release, Mr. Mohammed, told Crime Guard that on April 25, 2015, at about 2pm, she left their house located at Corporation drive, 189b, Dolphin Estate, to attend  a friend’s child naming ceremony at Ijeh barracks. According to him, that was the last time he heard from her.

Buhari's Presidency: Banks Panic Over Single Account

A report by BusinessDay newspaper indicates that Nigerian lenders are in panic mode at the moment over the pending enforcement of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) of government by the incoming administration.

Their fear is due to the implementation of this model, with also tight monetary stance of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), would put a squeeze on the banks.

Beyonce and Kelly Rowland's noses - then and now! (photos)

Former Destiny's Child member Farrah Franklin shared a throw back photo (left) of the former group and people couldn't help but notice the difference between what Beyonce and Kelly Rowland's noses used to look like (left) and what they look like now. Beyonce and Kelly have always maintained that they never got nose jobs. Do you see any difference? More photos after the cut...

PHOTO: Newly married Lara Fortez Oshiomole steps out

Lara Fortez Oshiomole joined her husband, the governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole to participate in the annual 10kilometers Okpekpe road race this morning.

Defence HQ explains why Marte community fell to Boko Haram

The Defence Headquarters have explained why Boko Haram members were able to capture Marte town in Borno state yesterday May 15th. The explanation is contained in a statement posted on their Facebook wall.

INEC Chairman, Professor Jega Is Afraid!!! Here's Why

AS he prepares to leave office next month as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, after conducting the 2015 general elections, Prof. Attahiru Jega, has expressed worry that the achievements recorded so far by the commission may not be consolidated by his successor.

'I am capable & strong to do what young people do' - Governor Oshiomole

Barely 24 hours after his wedding to Cape Verde beauty, Iara Fortes, Edo state Governor, Adams Oshiomole participated in the annual 10kilometers Okpekpe road race alongside top Edo personalities, Nollywood artistes and others.

He's a handsome fella! D'banj rocks Agbada to friend's birthday

D'banj wore this lovely white Agbada to the birthday celebration of Quilox nightclub boss, Shina Peller yesterday.

OPINION: Buhari Is Going To Hurt Us Before He Can Save Us

It is generally accepted that most Newspaper Editors know more than they let on. The ability to know what to use and what to withhold is part of your information management; it is also part of your professional and ethical responsibilities because some ‘truths’ can have unwholesome ripple effects if used in their entirety. I will give an example... I was an Assistant Editor in Punch at the height of the apartheid struggle.

 Like every young man at the time, I was indignant and very impatient with the pace and nature of the international fight against apartheid. Until I had ‘an instructive conversation’ with the late Brigadier Joe Garba who was then our External Affairs Minister.  He specifically asked me to switch off the tape before he said “Do you know that there is not a single ‘Frontline State’ that can survive economically without South Africa? Many of them don’t even have access to seaports and depend on South Africa for imports.

US Special Commandos kill ISIL leader in Syria In Special-Ops Raid

WASHINGTON/BEIRUT, May 16 (Reuters) - U.S special forces killed a man identified as a senior Islamic State leader during a raid into Syria, U.S. officials said, as the jihadists battled for the Iraqi city of Ramadi and ancient Palmyra in Syria.

The White House said President Barack Obama ordered the raid that killed the Islamic State figure identified as Abu Sayyaf, who helped direct the group's oil, gas and financial operations. U.S. officials said his wife was captured in the raid.

Kourtney Kardashian shows off post-baby bod in swimwear (PHOTOS)

Adams Oshiomhole's daughter speaks on why she missed his wedding

Winifred Oshiomhole is governor Oshimhole's daughter and she's older than the bride so when she was noticeable absent at her father's wedding, tongues began to wag. But explaining why she was absent, Winifred said; "The information for the day was not properly circulated, I would say I was busy taking care of my life, work and my family and I must have missed out on the plan, I cannot say for the rest of my sisters but I am sure we were not properly informed. I wish the couple a great married life and I am sure she will make my father happy.." Oshiomhole's other children and grandchildren were at the wedding. Check out the pic below... - See more at:

10 year old suicide bomber strikes Damaturu, kills 5

A suicide bomber believed to be about 10 years old struck the popular Bayan Tasha market/ motor park in Damaturu Yobe state at exactly 11am today May 16th killing 5 people with several others injured.

Federal Cabinet: Security Agencies Screen Names Submitted By Buhari (See List)

Security agencies have since commenced the screening of about 40 names of Nigerians being considered for ministerial appointment by president-elect, General Muhammadu Buhari.

DAILY POST gathered that the names were submitted about a week ago.

The security agencies carrying out the checks are the Department of State Services, the Directorate of Military Intelligence and the National Intelligence Agency.

Fighter Pushes Peacemaker Into Path Of Speeding Truck As He Gets Crushed

Tragedy struck on Limca Road in the Iyana Isolo area of Lagos State on Thursday after a speeding truck crushed a warehouse driver to death. PUNCH Metro learnt that the driver, identified as Rafiu Baale, was pushed into the path of the truck by a tricycle driver, Imeh Matthew, during an affray.

 Our correspondent learnt that Imeh and his brother were in the tricycle when a car driver bashed it. They were said to have stopped in front of the warehouse, where the incident happened, to challenge the car owner. The action created gridlock, forcing the manager of the warehouse to intervene.

Nollywood actress denies feud with Onyeka Onwenu

Wangi Mba Uzoukwu, Patience Ozokwor, Pete Edochie, Onyeka Onwenu and Genevieve Nnaji at the Africa Magic Igbo launch in Enugu (Africa Magic)

Mama G star, Patience Ozokwor has denied engaging in a shouting match nor at war with legendary songstress, Onyeka Onwenu.

Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwor has denied engaging in a shouting match nor at war with legendary songstress, Onyeka Onwenu.

Star actress enjoys vacation in Mexico

The actress was spotted enjoying a blissful and quiet time at the Banyan Tree Mayakoba situated in Carretera Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juárez by Riviera Maya in Mexico.

Weeks after concluding the shooting of her self produced flick, Road To Yesterday, Nollywood star actress, Genevieve Nnaji has taken off to Mexico for a short vacation.

Star actress enjoys bicycle ride with Oluchi Orlandi in Mexico hotel

                         Genevieve niaji, Oluchi orlandi, Oyji okpe and chinny Onwugbenu

Woman flees with son to avoid his circumcision

A Florida woman, Heather Hironimus, went missing with her 4-year-old son nearly 3 months ago, going into hiding as her long court battle against circumcision of her son reached its climax.

Some people say she was simply doing what she could to protect a child portrayed as "scared to death" of the procedure, a judge issued a scalding rebuke for her refusal to appear in court, charging her with contempt and issuing an arrest warrant.

Money isn't everything: Juventus are worth €774m, Real Madrid valued at €3.1bn

ANALYSIS: The Bianconeri's Champions League final appearance against Barcelona will be visible proof that finances aren't everything in football

By Kris Voakes | International Football Correspondent
The European Cup has had its surprise successes over the years and, as such, Juventus' progression to the Champions League final at the expense of Real Madrid should not have come as such a major shock.

Real Madrid 1-1 Juventus (agg 2-3): Morata strikes on Bernabeu return to send holders out

The striker levelled after Cristiano Ronaldo's first-half penalty to send the Italian champions into the final to face Barcelona

Alvaro Morata returned to haunt Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu as his goal sent the Champions League holders out of the tournament and put Juventus in the final.

Taiwo Awoniyi nets hat-trick in Nürnberg U23 whitewash

Manu Garba's boys made it 10 goals in two games as they breezed aside the German Bundesliga youth outfit in a test game played on Friday evening

Nigeria U20 side spanked FC Nürnberg U23 5-0 in a friendly game played at the SudwestPark training ground on Friday evening.

Reality star Kenya Moore stuns in yellow plunging dress

Kenya Moore, who was caught in a relationship lie this week, stepped out looking stunning in a yellow plunging dress at an event yesterday.

Torres eager to prevent Barcelona title win

The Atletico Madrid striker insists his side are hopeful of making the visitors wait for La Liga glory by recording a victory that would seal a third-place finish


  Fernando Torres has warned title-chasing Barcelona to expect a real battle at the Vicente Calderon, explaining that Atletico Madrid are intent on winning their own "war" for third place and denying Luis Enrique's men the title in the process.

Adorable new photos of Paul Okoye and his son

The proud papa shared the photos on instagram...

Singer Harrysong releases interesting new promo photos

Very interesting new photos of singer Harrysong shot by TCD photography. Don't even know how to describe it. Lol. See more photos below...

Mourinho 'optimistic' Cech will stay at Chelsea

The goalkeeper has been heavily linked with Arsenal after spending the season as Thibaut Courtois' understudy, but his boss insists that the 32-year-old is going nowhere

chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has claimed he is "optimistic" that Petr Cech will remain at Stamford Bridge this summer.

Photos: T.B Joshua heals crippled man at Mexican Crusade

On May 8th and 9th, Prophet T.B Joshua held a crusade at the Aztec Stadium in Mexico City that was attended by over 100,000 people...and there he 'healed' quite a number of people including this man in a wheelchair. I don't know what his story is but as soon as T.B Joshua prayed for him, he got up from the wheelchair and praised God. Hmmmm...

Moving on. CeCe Winans, VaShawn Mitchell, Alvin Slaughter were all at the crusade. See more pic below...

Photos: Kcee unveils new look on US tour

Five Star music artist Kcee unveiled his new look as he embarked on his American tour fresh from his European tour. His US tour has taken him to Houston and Minnesota and he'll also be performing in LA and Florida. See more photos after the cut...

Photo: Tiwa Savage re-news MTN contract

Tiwa is not left out of the new signing of naija arts, congrats girl

If APC did not win, I knew I was going to be in trouble- Governor Amaechi

Governor of Rivers state, Rotimi Amaechi says he would have been in trouble and would have been hounded out of the country if APC hadn't won the presidential election. Amaechi said this during the public presentation of a book titled “Dynamics of Change:

 The Amaechi Years” which is the compilation of his achievements a governor. The book was presented in Lagos yesterday May 14th "I knew I was going to be in trouble.  Anything that would cause that change not to take place, I was ready to make that sacrifice. The federal government sent out a signal that if they won nobody should let me out of Nigeria from any airport.

Marte community in Borno falls to Boko Haram

Boko Haram members have captured Marte town in Borno town. Confirming the new development to newsmen today in Borno state, the deputy governor of the state Alhaji Zannah Mustapha expressed sadness and revealed that there are reports that the sect group had released about 600 female suicide bombers into the state to carry out various attacks. He however appealed to the residents of the state to be patent with the military. What he said after the cut...