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Singer, Simi has blasted Nigerian leaders over the lingering strike action by members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU.   ASUU has been on strike since March as the government and union failed to reach an argument over a number of issues. Public universities have been shut since then, …

A Magistrate court in Yaba, Lagos State, has granted bail to the embattled #EndSARS protester, Peter Eronmosele Adene, in the sum of N1 million.   The court granted the bail on Tuesday, November 17 after it rejected a request by the police for an order to detain him for another 30 days, …

Super Eagles striker, Kelechi Ihenacho is also devastated after they threw away a four-goal lead to draw 4-4 with Sierra Leone in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying first leg match last Friday at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.   Nigeria finished the first half with a …

An attack launched by unknown gunmen in Gidan Zaki village in Zango Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has led to the death of the District Head Haruna Kuye and his son, Destiny Kuye.   Kaduna state Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan said the deceased was murdered at their residence …

American boxing legend, Mike Tyson has shown off his impressive physique ahead of his comeback fight with Roy Jones Jr on November 28.     The 54-year-old took to Instagram to share a series of new photos, revealing the results of his rigorous training regime just 11 days before the …

Usman Ibrahim, the permanent secretary of the Kogi State Ministry of Commerce and industry has been queried over the tax issued on loaves of bread in the state.   Recall that Governor Yahaya Bello had stated that he was not privy to memo in which the controversial tax was communicated to …

Mrs. Nzube-Obi Obiechina, the teacher who said that she lost her two-month pregnancy in 2017 after allegedly being tortured and detained for 22 days by the police, is reportedly the sister of alleged kidnap kingpin Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike alias Evans.   Appearing before the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Enquiry and Restitution for Victims of …

For the third consecutive year, the pan-African and fully integrated Conglomerate, Dangote Group, has again emerged as the Most Valuable Brand in Nigeria for the year 2020, the outcome of the 2020 edition of the Annual Brand Evaluation, “TOP 50 BRANDS NIGERIA” has revealed. Though, still themed Top 50 Brand, …

Gunmen have reportedly abducted 12 Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) who were on their way from Borno state to Zamfara state.   Kano-based lawyer, Bulama Bukarti, who shared the story on his Twitter, stated that it was reported on BBC Hausa. The police officers were said to be on their way to Zamfara …

Oby Ezekwesili, former Minister of Education, says she rejected the offer to run as President Buhari’s running mate during the 2011 presidential election.   Ezekwesili who is very critical of the Buhari administration, disclosed this via her Twitter handle on Tuesday day November 17.   ”Many People: Please tell us, is …

Commercial motorcyclists popularly known as Okada riders on Tuesday November 17, clashed with officials of the Lagos Task force officers at Second Rainbow along Apapa-Oshodi Expressway.   The clash reportedly occurred after the task force officials arrived the scene to arrest Okada riders and seize their bikes. The confrontation was met with stiff …

Edo State Police Commissioner, Johnson Kokumo has stated that police officers will no longer fold their hands and allow criminals to kill them at will.   Speaking during the inauguration of 70 vigilante group in Ikopaba-Okha local government of the State on Monday November 16, Johnson stated that there is a …

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the recent increase in the pump price of petrol across the country.   Recall that last Friday, November 13, the Petroleum Products Marketing Company, a subsidiary of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, increased the ex-depot price of petrol from N147.67 per litre to N155.17. Following the announcement, the …

There are many talents in Nigeria who will excel and go into the invention of many technological devices once presented with the opportunities to soar. A little Nigerian boy is being hailed for building an ATM with carton and interestingly it dispenses cash. The boy known as Chigozirim was spotted …

Former Governor of Anambra state, Peter Obi has stated that Nigeria will not develop and prosper with a large rising poor population. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in May released a report that 82.9 million Nigerians are living in poverty. This figure represents 40.09 percent of the total population and …

General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor E.A. Adeboye, has shared an interesting testimony of how God miraculously helped him and his poor uncle in 1956 when they were hungry and had nothing to eat.   He shared the testimony on his Instagram page. It reads; ”Years …

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, has attributed the recent increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol to the announcement by an American pharmaceutical company, Pfizer, on its recent breakthrough in the fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.   Last Friday, the …

A 13-year-old girl was reportedly forced to marry a 48-year-old man.   The teenager weded Abdulrzak Ampatuan, who is nearly four times her age, in the Philippines.   She became his fifth wife after the ceremony on October 22.   The girl, whose name is being withheld, will now have …

Lagos state governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, says the widespread carnage witnessed in the state after the #EndSARS protest was hijacked by hoodlums, has caused the state economy to lose billions of naira.   The governor stated this at the launch of the Rebuild Lagos consultative forum which held on Monday November …

Nigerian footballer, Usman Yusuf, who plays as a striker for Crown Football Club in Ogbomoso, Oyo, died after slumping during a friendly match in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The sad incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, November 15 at Muda Lawal Stadium, Asero, Abeokuta Yusuf, who was on trial at Gateway United …

Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, says the government has threatened to close the African shrine if he proceeds with the #EndSARS movement meeting he plans to hold tomorrow.   Seun planned to hold the meeting on Tuesday November 17. In a post shared on his Instagram page on Monday night, the …

A funny video has surfaced online showing the moment a dog was captured wielding a cutlass and trying to attack a man. The dog firmly gripped the cutlass in its jaws as it attempted to inflict harm on the man in an enclosed room they were in. The man held …

There was a mild drama at the Yaba Magistrate Court on Monday in Lagos during the trial of Eromosele Adene, who was arrested in his home in Lagos by the police for participating in #EndSARS protest. Policemen attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department had denied arresting Eromosele at his …

Ace comedian, Ayodeji Richard Makun, popularly known as AY has replied a fan who told him to add billionaire daughter, Temi Otedola to the cast of Merry Men 3 if he wants people to watch it. The popular comedian had taken to his page to applaud Kunle Afolayan over his …

Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny has tested positive for coronavirus while away with Egypt, days after international teammate and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, tested positive.   Elneny has been with the Egyptian team preparing for a must win clash in the AFCON qualifier on Tuesday, but now he has contracted the …

Regina Daniels has denied reports that her husband Ned Nwoko has taken another wife.   Regina became Ned Nwoko’s 6th wife just last year. Recently, there were speculations her husband is about to get married to another wife after an Arab woman shared numerous photos of herself posing in Ned …

A Yobe State indigene has made Nigeria proud at the World Chemistry competition, where he defeated candidates from many countries to secure the second position. Umar Usman Dagon, from Gashua town of Yobe state, took part in the “Imaginechemistry” competition and made it to the top five that appeared in the final …

Veteran Nollywood actors, Joke Silva and Olu Jacobs are celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary today, November 16th.   Joke Silva took to her Instagram page to celebrate her union with her husband.  She shared the lovely photo above and then wrote:   “Totally forgot. 35 years together…thank you, Lord. Here is to …

Katsina state governor, Aminu Masari, has alleged that 99 percent of bandits presently terrorizing his state are based in Zamfara state.   Katsina which is the home state of President Buhari has witnessed several attacks from bandits. Youths in the state have taken to the streets on several occasions to protest the …

A Canada-based Nigerian researcher, Bayo Adedosu, has raised N1.125 million reward to anyone with evidence of casualties from the shooting incident that occurred at the Lekki tollgate.   On October 20, Army officers stormed the Lekki toll plaza during #EndSARS protest which resulted in chaos. While the Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu …

A member of the Board of Trustees of the All Progressives Congress and a strong ally of President Buhari, Buba Galadima, has condemned the recent action of the Central Bank of Nigeria, freezing the bank account of #EndSARS promoters.   Speaking on Arise TV this morning, Galadima said the action is unconstitutional as Nigeria is …

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described PDP as the best friend Nigeria could have.   Atiku stated this on his Twitter handle. PDP ruled Nigeria for 16 years before APC came into power in 2015.   His tweet reads ”The Peoples Democratic Party is the best friend Nigeria could …

Nollywood actress, Adaeze Eluke has warned gay men against getting married to women to hide their sexuality.   Taking to her Instagram account, the actress said she has absolutely nothing against gay men, but urged them not to marry a woman and make her life miserable.   According to her, ‘marriage …

Veteran Nollywood actor, Tony Umez is celebrating his 21st wedding anniversary with his wife, Patsy.   Sharing photos of both of them posing together and sharing a kiss in one of the images, the 56-year-old actor wrote: “Happy 21 Years Wedding Anniversary to Me & Mine. You’ve been a blessing to …

Floyd Mayweather is coming out of retirement to fight in Japan next year.   The American boxing legend will temporarily come out of retirement again to headline an event dubbed ‘Mega 2021’ in the Japanese capital, according to La Provence, but an opponent is yet to be named.   The news …

Ned Nwoko is allegedly engaged to a UK-based lady who will reportedly become his 7th wife. The lady identified simply as “Sara” and “Sar8al” on Instagram has been in Nigeria for some time, and Regina Daniels has been sharing her photos and videos on both Instagram and Snapchat including one …

Peru’s interim president, Manuel Merino has resigned less than a week into his new administration after protests calling for his removal left two dead and dozens injured.   In a short televised address on Sunday November 15, Manuel Merino said he’d acted within the law when he was sworn into …

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, Ali Ndume, has said he sees nothing wrong with the proposed Social Media Bill.   Mr Mohammed Sani Musa proposed the Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulations Bill. He says its aim is to curb the spread of false news.   The bill …

Actress Ameze Imarhiagbe has taken to her Instagram page to tackle African prophets who have come up with one prophecy or the other about the outcome of the US Presidential election without sharing any about their countries in Africa.   With particular reference to the current controversy surrounding the US presidential …

A Nigerian couple spiced up things at their wedding reception by inviting strippers.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     Guests who attended the wedding on Saturday November 14, have shared videos online.   See videos below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial)

President Donald Trump has for the first time acknowledged that President-elect Joe Biden won the US presidential election.   Trump made the admission in a tweet along with more unfounded claims of votes being unfairly and deliberately stacked against him.   He tweeted that  “NO VOTE WATCHERS OR OBSERVERS” were allowed in the …

Lewis Hamilton has made history with his seventh Formula 1 title win on Sunday November 15.   The British superstar became the most successful racing driver ever with a masterful victory in the Turkish Grand Prix, equalling Michael Schumacher’s achievement in terms of titles, after already surpassing the German’s number of race wins …

Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti state on Sunday November 15, disclosed that he has also been a victim of police brutality.   The Ekiti state Governor who noted that the #EndSARS protest was a noble course during an interaction session held by stakeholders’ on the recent #EndSARS protest that resonated panic across …

Vice President/Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Sunday November 15 announced that the UAE “golden” visa system has been widened.   Maktoum said the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has approved a 10-year golden visa for all PhD holders based in …

  Earlier today,Btlsblog reported that a 40- year-old man, Nicodemus Nomyange set himself and his side chic, Shininenge Pam ablaze in Benue State. Recall that Nomyange and Pam died from the fire incident which occurred off Inikpi street, Makurdi in Benue on Saturday, November 14. According to The Nation reports, …

Meshack Esanibi, one of the survivors of the Lekki Toll gate shooting has revealed that he still has bullets in his left leg. The shooting occurred at the Lekki Toll Gate on Tuesday, October 20 and we are yet-to ascertain the number of casualties. Esanibi was rushed to the General …

Yesterday, a married man set himself and his side chic ablaze in Inikpi community of Benue state. The incident occurred around 6:30pm on Saturday November 14 and the reason is yet to be uncovered at the time of filing this report. While the man died almost immediately, the lady who …

Fans have gotten it hot with popular Nollywood actress and billionaire’s wife, Regina Daniels, and have taken to her page to troll her after 10-year-old Emmanuella of Mark Angel Comedy built a house for her mother. Ragina Daniels had taken to her Facebook page to congratulate Emmanuella for building a …

A video showing the moment a young lady in the midst of men at a wedding, challenging them with magnificent leg works has gone viral on social media. She could be seen taking off her earrings to show off her moves on the dancefloor. What blew the minds of the …

Actor Williams Uchemba had his traditional wedding today, November 15.   The ceremony held in Alor, Anambra state, his wife’s hometown.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     Below are videos and more photos from the ceremony.

Undergraduates of Chukwuemeka Odumegbu Ojukwu University (COOU) Anambra State, are prsent in fear as three of their colleagues have died in multiple accidents which occurred between Friday Nov. 13 and Sunday Nov. 15. The deceased are Anyachor Maureen(Mandy), Ifeoma Anusionwu and Lovely Ogochukwu. It is also reported that five others including a …

New report has debunked the death of Assistant Commissioner of Police who was shot on Friday at the Upper Sakponba road end of Benin, the Edo State capital, during a gun duel between a rivalry cult gangs. The ACP whose name was withheld in the previous reports that announced his …

Police officer narrates how his friend got carried away by love and got scammed by his girlfriend

FG to feed and deworm children with N142.3 billion in 2021

Nigerians react after Nigerian Army said they are not happy Gov Sanwo-Olu denied inviting them to the Lekki tollgate

From the mouth of a full blown lesbian – Actress Uche Ogbodo slams colleague Inem Peter over comment of ‘women being much happier without men’

MOPOL Inspector rapes 13-year-old student in Benue

R&B singer, Jeremih on ventilator in ICU after contracting coronavirus

Lekki Shooting: Soldiers never used live ammunition on #EndSARS Protesters – Army

US rapper, Boosie Badazz shot in the leg during confrontation in Dallas

Man, 40, arrested for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl in Kaduna

Actress Ameze Imarhiagbe calls out African clergymen prophesizing about the US elections but not what’s happening in their own countries

Mompha has reacted to comments that trailed report of Zimbabwean socialite and businessman, Genuis “Ginimbi” Kadungure’s Ferrari overheating.   Recall it was reported earlier that the luxurious vehicle which was one of the late Ginimbi’s personal favourites from his fleet, overheated, while being driven by his best friend, DJ Rimo en-route …

A video has surfaced online, showing the moment a native doctor was performing an engagement ritual on a woman and her younger lover at the Onitsha market in Anambra state. The woman reportedly secured the services of the herbalist to carry out the ritual so that the young man would …

Nigeria Basketball Federation, NBBF, has thrown a shade at Nigeria national football team, Super Eagles following Friday’s shocking 4-4 draw against Sierra Leone in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Super Eagles earned an early 4-0 lead following a dominant start against the Leone Stars thanks to a brace …

Nigerian dancehall and reggae artiste Patoranking has dropped a few nuggets for people who often gossip about others. According the Suh Different crooner, gossip becomes a form of advertisement when there is grace upon the individual being talked about. He made the statement in a recent post via his official …

Onion is a commodity which people are beginning to refer to as the new gold in Nigeria following the sudden rise in its market value. This newly gained status of the onion family – as funny as it sounds – is now a symbol of abundance and plenty as has …

A young man has revealed how he became motivated to embark on a weight loss programme after his ex-girlfriend dumped due to his size. According to the man with Twitter handle @xopercs, his ex left him at the beginning of the lockdown period because he was fat. He then commenced …

Nigerians on Twitter are currently tackling Vice President Yemi Osinbajo after they dug up his old tweet.   On November 14, 2017, the Vice President shared these photos of himself in a helicopter having an aerial view of the Apapa area of Lagos which has over the years been known to …

The Nigerian army has expressed its disappointment with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s insistence on not inviting them to intervene in the #EndSARS crisis in Lagos state.   Brigadier AI Taiwo who shared the Nigerian army’s account of the Lekki Toll Gate Shooting at the resumed sitting of the Lagos judicial panel …

  Veteran Nigerian singer, CharlyBoy has finally revealed why he proposed to his wife, Diane Oputa again after 45 years of marital bliss. Recall that few days ago, the entertainer shared photos of his proposal to his wife. The self-acclaimed “Area Fada” revealed that it is his fourth time of proposing to her and …

Flamboyant Zimbabwean socialite and businessman, Genius Ginimbi Kadungure, who died in a road accident on Sunday, November 8, will be buried in a Versace coffin today, November 14, 2020,   Recall there were unconfirmed reports that the socialite had bought the coffin a week before the tragic accident claimed his life and …

Twitter user, Bidemi Ojoo has called out BBNaija finalist, Dorathy Bachor, accusing her of snatching another person’s boyfriend. The Twitter user who is apparently a strong fan of BBNaija star, TBaj, was curious to know how Dorathy manages to sleep at night. “@Thedorathybachor come and tell me which charm u used …

Commander of the 81 division of the Nigerian Army, Ibrahim Taiwo has stated that Lagos governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu did the right thing by inviting soldiers to restore order during the #EndSARS protest in the state. Taiwo while addressing the judicial panel set up by the state on Saturday said the soldiers were …

The Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory has been ordered by a Chief Magistrate Court in Abuja,  to launch an investigation into 50 notable persons accused of promoting the #EndSARS protest.   Magistrate Omolola Akindele who ruled on the criminal complaint filed by an activist Kenechukwu Okeke, gave the police two weeks to …

“I will disgrace you publicly” – Yetunde Bakare threatens to expose men sending her nude photos

156 new cases of Coronavirus recorded in Nigeria

Williams Uchemba releases pre-wedding photos; announces wedding date

Donald Trump continues to insist the US election was ‘rigged’

Youth members return to Lagos panel

#EndSARS Protest: Court orders police to probe Pastor Sam Adeyemi, Davido, Burna Boy, Falz, Don Jazzy, Peter Okoye and others

Flamboyant socialite, Ginimbi’s Versace coffin revealed

A Kaduna pastor identified as Reverend Jonah Gangers has been accused of abducting and converting a Muslim girl whose name was given as Sadiya Idris to Christianity.   Nigerian Islamic human rights organization, Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) who raised the alarm called for a speedy trial and arrest and prosecution of the Pastor and …

Senior Special Assistant to Kano state Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje on Youths Development, Murtala Gwarmai on Thursday November 12 shared a donkey and other items to empower youths of the state.   Daily Trust reported that no fewer than 40 youths in the state benefitted from the event which took place at the premises of …

Rare photos of media personality, Ebuka’s parents have been shared online as his father celebrated his 79th birthday yesterday November 12.   Ebuka’s elder sister, Iphie who shared the photos on Instagram wrote;   Happy 79th birthday daddy (Ezeagada Okija)… we love you       https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#      

Nigerians are reacting in anger on social media after the Super Eagles threw away a 4-0 lead to draw 4 – 4 in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Friday November 13.   The match went down at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.   …

The young comedienne took to Instagram to share photos of the house and also thank her mom for encouragement and support.   She wrote: ” I built this for u mom. For all the prayers, all the encouragements and support. Mummy I know you said u want a portable house and …

A young Nigerian has taken to social media to lament after using his father’s money to place bet online. According to the man with handle @j_fizy, he used his father’s N100,000 to place a bet which unfortunately cut. The guy who pleaded with Twitter users to help him recover the …

A video has surfaced online showing the moment a pastor was eating during what is believed to be a church service and giving ‘blessings’ in a rather odd way. The clergy man could be seen eating eba and soup (a traditional Nigerian meal) as church members approached to lick his …

The Independent National Electoral Commissioner (INEC) has spoken on the possibility of Nigeria adopting postal voting ahead of the 2023 elections. Postal voting is an electoral process where ballot papers are mailed to voters who vote and return by post for onward transmission to the election centres. Upon arrival at …

The federal government has kickstarted plans to borrow $750 million on behalf of states to stimulate local economies in Nigeria. Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed made this known at the inauguration ceremony of the Federal Steering Committees of the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus …

Popular American rapper, Nicki Minaj has congratulated Nigerian music sensation, Davido on the release of his album, “A better time”. To celebrate that DMW boss on his accomplishment, Nicki took to her Instagram page to hail Nigeria while promoting their ‘Holy Ground’ song. She wrote, “Congratulations @davido!!! ♥️ #HolyGround#ABetterTime#Naija to the WORLD!!!!”.   View …

An Islamist militant leader and 14 other people have been sentenced to death by a court in Mali’s capital Bamako on Friday for jihadist activity in the south of the war-torn Sahel state. “I don’t regret anything because our fight is against the secularism of the Malian state. If I had the …

Wakili said upon receiving the report of the unfortunate incident, the Divisional Police Officer of Itas Gidau station and a team of policemen rushed to the scene where corpses were removed from the river and taken to General Hospital Itas, for postmortem examination. The police spokesperson gave the names of …

The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 pandemic has advised Nigerians abroad, who might be planning on coming home for the Christmas festivities to shelf the plan for now. The advice is part of the PTF’s strategy to minimise incoming travellers from other parts of the world, especially countries currently …

Billionaire son and BBNaija star, Kiddwaya is currently under fire on social media over the outfit he rocked to Eko hotel alongside his rumoured lover, Erica. The lovebirds were spotted together at Eko Hotel Lagos, in company of some women. Although one can’t tell if the women were relatives or fans but they …

The body of 100 Level Microbiology student of the University of Benin, Vera Uwaila Omozuwa, who was raped and killed in a church in Benin, was buried on Friday, November 13, in Benin.   Omozuwa was buried amid tears as her family and friends expressed disappointment that six months after …

About 32 Nigerians repatriated from Germany arrived Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Lagos from Dusseldorf Airport Friday. The deportees, all male, arrived Nigeria at 2.30pm on board a chartered aircraft Envelope Airline. Although details of their deportation were not available, immigration sources said the repatriation was facilitated by the German …

A distraught Nigerian mum has recounted  how her son, Seyi Akinade, committed suicide after losing N7 million in forex trading following his arrest and illegal detention by SARS operatives. DailyTrust reports that Mrs. Funmilayo Akinade, on Thursday, November 12, told the judicial panel in Ogun state that her son was a student …

Popular Nigerian author and media entrepreneur, Toke Makinwa has bemoaned the outrageous electricity tariff in Nigeria. According to the lifestyle vlogger, she spends as much as N30K to recharge electricity on her prepaid meter weekly, and a total of one hundred thousand naira (120k), in one month. Taking to Twitter, she wrote, Damnnnn …