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Pope Francis on Saturday (April 16) said his day visiting refugees on the Greek island of Lesbos had been a "day to cry". In one of the most emotional moments of the day the pope spent time with families in the Moria refugee centre on the island. Speaking to journalists on the way back to Rome on board the papal plane, the pontiff held up various pictures that had been given to him by the children at the camp. "In that refugee camp, it just made you cry," the Pope said. "Those children" he said picking up a picture to show the media. I brought these with me to show you. The children gave me lots of drawings. Look at this one. What do children want? Peace," he said, as he held up a drawing with a dove carrying an olive branch and the word: "peace". "Because they are suffering. It's true that they take part in lessons in the camp but look what they have seen?" the Pope said as he held up a picture showing a drawing o

The Federal Government of Nigeria has flagged-off the distribution of grains and building materials to Internally Displaced Persons in Adamawa and Taraba states in the northern part of the country. The Secretary to the Federal Government, Babacir David Lawal, who declared open the distribution said the gesture was part of government effort to ameliorate the suffering of the victims. Babacir who was represented by Ibrahim Bapetel, the Senior Special Assistant Policy/Strategy to the President assured victims of government commitment to their welfare. The Adamawa state camps coordinator of National Emergency Management Authority (NEMA) Saad Bello who spoke with TVC NEWS at the occasion explained that relief material will be of great assistance to the victims of Taraba State communities clashes. Most of the victims of the insurgency who spoke with TVC NEWS commended the government effort but appealed to the government to build the destroyed electricity, provide them with drink

(JOHANNESBURG) -- No fewer than 11 people were killed and 59 more injured when a bus transporting African National Congress (ANC) supporters from an election rally in Port Elizabeth overturned on Sunday, South African emergency services said. According to a statement by the ER24 paramedics, the bus rolled off the N1 highway between Ventersburg and Winsburg in the Free State, trapping passengers underneath the vehicle,said in a statement. The cause of the accident, after which 21 passengers were in a critical condition, is not yet known, ER24 said. President Jacob Zuma launched the ANC's manifesto in Port Elizabeth on Saturday ahead of local elections in August. Around 40,000 ANC supporters attended the event in Nelson Mandela Stadium. "The ANC has learnt with sadness of a fatal accident in the Free State where a bus carrying comrades returning from the ANC manifesto rally in Port Elizabeth overturned," the party said in a statement. "Our thoughts are w

Viewers did not take kindly to Jonathan Moss's display during the Foxes' 2-2 draw on Sunday, with many - including the goalkeeping legend - ridiculing the official's calls Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel ripped into referee Jonathan Moss following his series of controversial decisions during Leicester City's 2-2 draw with West Ham on Sunday. The Dane, whose son Kasper Schmeichel plays in goal for the Foxes, tweeted 'Is that ref on drugs' in reference to Moss, who showed Leicester striker Jamie Vardy a second yellow card for alleged simulation in the box, gave two controversial penalties and failed to award one to Leicester after Robert Huth was manhandled by Angelo Ogbonna in a manic ending to the game. The Foxes entered the clash looking to extend their lead over Tottenham at the top of the table and went ahead through Vardy, though Andy Carroll and Aaroon Cresswell temporarily put the visitors in the lead. Vardy had

Flavour Nabania Trending highlife artiste, Flavour N’abania recently sent his female fans into tears with his performance  when he took on a persona akin to that of Michael Jackson. The singer who took a brief stopover at Mali during a tour of Africa has a unique way of connecting with his fans, “EPIC is an understatement! It all went down at Maliunificationconcert. It was touching to see how overwhelmed my fans were,” he stated. The Highlife musician also carried out a humanitarian activity Mali when he paid a visit to Pouponniere 2 Charity in Bamako, spending some time with the children and adults who were said to be recovering from malaria, and sharing gift items with them. Chinedu Okoli, better known by his stage name Flavour N’abania or simply Flavour, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and performer. He began his musical career as a drummer for a local church in his hometown of Enugu State.

President Buhari arrived Nigeria this morning after his 5-day working visit to China. Just before departing China, President Buhari and his team visited Guangzhou Economic and Technological Development Zone. And while these picture are making waves on the internet, a LB reader said: Dear Governor Fayose and Lere Olayinka, kindly study the above pictures closely. Please study them like you have exams coming up on them. This is what business meetings look like. There is usually an order of things to follow especially someone in your position. You will be properly received even if not by a governor or mayor, you will be received by the head or heads of the organizations that extended an invite to you to come and address them. If however you were the one that invited yourself, you will still be honored in some way except you have absolutely no iota of honor. You are a disgrace to Ekiti. A town that’s known for producing intellectuals yet ch

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal was far from content with his side's victory over Aston Villa and insists they must start finishing games earlier. Marcus Rashford's seventh goal of the season was enough to  seal a 1-0 win and three crucial points  in the hunt for a top-four place, while confirming Villa's relegation to the Championship. But Van Gaal said his side need to up their tempo and take their chances if they are to build momentum and clinch a Champions League spot in the final five games of the campaign. "I was not so pleased with the performance because I think we played too slowly," Van Gaal told  Sky Sports . "I know it is difficult against a defensively organised team like Aston Villa - they were very compact - but then you need quick possession play and the gaps will exist. We could not do that today. "I was happy with the first goal - an important goal. It was a very good switch by Wayne Rooney and a very good as

Since 2006, April 15th of every year has remained a memorable day in the lives of foremost comedian  Ali Baba and his wife, Mary Akpobome. But April 15, 2016 was uniqque in their lives as it marked the 10th anniversary of their blessed wedding. The couple celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary on Friday, April 15. Ali Baba with real name Atunyota Alleluya Akporobomerere and Mary – an executive director in Heritage bank,  renewed their marriage vows to mark their special day. The stand-up comedian, who earlier uploaded a video of himself and his wife reciting their vows, shared some throwback photos of his wedding day. Ali Baba who doubles as a motivational speaker added a funny caption to one of the photos he shared. Mary is seen in the picture kneeling down while trying to offer him something to eat. “Many of the men of these days don’t know how key this moment is… when your woman kneels to give you cake or wine or food during marriage ceremonies enjoy it. In

Redknapp has joined the likes of French coaches Paul Le Guen and Claude Le Roy who have been linked with the job. English coach,  Harry Redknapp  is the latest coach to be linked with the  Super Eagles  job. The president of the  Nigeria Football Federation ,  Amaju Pinnick  has revealed that a foreign coach will be named  for the Super Eagles in no short time . Redknapp has joined the likes of French coaches  Paul Le Guen  and  Claude Le Roy  who have been linked with the job. Paul Le Guen Claude Le Roy According to reports, representatives of Redknapp sounded out the potential for him to become S unday Oliseh 's successor, according to a source at the NFF. The 69-year-old who won the  FA Cup  during his time with  Portsmouth , last month  agreed to take over as manager of the Jordan national team  for  World Cup  qualifiers against Bangladesh and Australia. The NFF have however indicated they have no interest in Redknapp. NFF’ search for a forei

A 38 year old female employee, Stacey Konwiser who had worked at the Palm Beach Zoo for over three years and took care of 4 Malayan Tigers was mauled to death by one of the Tigers she trained on Friday. According to the Palm Beach Post, she was performing a routine procedure in the night house where the tigers sleep at about 1:45pm in preparation for her show which was scheduled at 2pm in the Zoo when she got attacked and mauled to death by the 13-year-old tiger. As soon as that happened, Animal Control was contacted about the attack but Animal Control contacted the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission who responded to the call. Zoo officials issued a code red alert after the attack and the male Malayan tiger received tranquilizers. Visitors were all moved to a safe place and all the 250 animals in the Zoo were accounted for. Konwiser was taken to St Mary's Medical Center where she later died after suffering a 'severe bite' wound, a top zoo officia

There are strong indications that Nigeria’s senior team, Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi topped the list of six major players who would be allowed to seek employment elsewhere next year. Others in the six-man list pencilled down are goalkeeper Courtois, Oscar junior, Radamel Falcao, Loic Remy and Baba Rahman. Not much was divulged about why the six players are being asked to go, especially Mikel, Coutiois, Oscar who are regular players in the team till date. It appears Mikel’s refusal to sign a fresh contract until he is assured of a regular first team shirt may have contributed to his been listed in Chelsea’s clear-out document for next year, knowing that he has one year left to his previous deal with lapses in 2017. Mikel will then walk away as a free agent, one thing Chelsea management won’t want to happen. The Blues‘ bosses would be looking to be paid some millions of dollars for the Nigerian’s next move. Interestingly, Guus Hiddink admits Chelsea are trying to over

The “Essentials of Beauty Therapy” is a book written by the wife of Nigeria’s president, Aisha Buhari for students and tutors on the basics of beauty therapy. Proceeds from the sale of the books will go to families of the victims of the buni yadi massacre and the missing chibok girls. TVC’s Kemi Balogun reports that for students, tutors and beauty therapists who may have a hard time deciding what to do, comes this book with easy beauty tips The 300 page book, "The essentials of beauty therapy" is written by the wife of the president, Aisha Buhari, and seeks to educate students, licensed beauty therapists and clients alike about their individual beauty needs. The book spans through the dos and the don’ts of facials, skin care, nail technology, waxing, spa management and more. The author, Aisha Buhari is a trained beauty therapist with more than ten years of hands on experience in the skill. She says, this book is meant to help people feel better about themselv