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Read More »Governor Uzodimma Sworn In For Second Term (PHOTO)
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has been sworn in for a second term. He took the oath of office at around 3:24 pm at the Dan Ayiam Stadium in Owerri, the Imo State capital. His inauguration came just minutes after Lady Chinyere Ekomaru took her oath of office as the …
Read More »If you don’t want to be betrayed, don’t enter politics – FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike (VIDEO)
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and immediate past governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike, has said that anyone aspiring to be a politician and doesn’t want to be betrayed should not bother venturing into politics. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Wike who is currently …
Read More »BREAKING: Felix Tshisekedi Wins Congo Presidential Election
Denis Kadima, the head of Congo’s national election commission, reported that the disputed election saw a turnout of over 43%. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads A group of Congo’s main opposition presidential candidates has called on supporters to protest the release of provisional results. The …
Read More »Rivers Crisis: There’s No Doubt Wike Is Nursing His Presidential Ambition – Dele Momodu
In a recent interview with Arise News, Dele Momodu, a distinguished member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), articulated his concerns regarding the internal dynamics and discord within the party. While acknowledging that he does not officially represent the party in the capacity of the national publicity secretary, Momodu spoke …
Read More »Rivers Lawmaker Speaks On 26 Other Lawmakers Returning To PDP After Fubura’s Agreement With Wike, Tinubu
One of the lawmakers who dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Enemi Alabo George, has said they all have no plan to return to the PDP. According to George, the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, signed the eight-point resolution at the Presidential …
Read More »Rivers Crisis: INEC Receives Ehie’s Letter On Vacancies In State Assembly
Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edison Ehie, has formally notified the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on the vacancies that exist in the Assembly. This is following the declaration as vacant, the seats of Rt Hon Martin Amaewhule and 24 others as a result of …
Read More »Rivers Crisis: Wike Defies Threats, Lands In Port Harcourt (VIDEO)
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike landed in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital on Saturday. Wike entered the city despite warnings and threats from some loyalists of Governor Siminalayi Fubara not to step into the state. It was reported earlier that Honourable Boma Goodhead, a member of …
Read More »Ondo Crisis: Aiyedatiwa Resumes As Acting Governor
AS a way of dousing the political crisis rocking Ondo State, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, yesterday, transmitted power to his Deputy, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The Speaker of the House of Assembly, Mr. Olamide Oladiji, however, confirmed the receipt of the letter …
Read More »If Trump Wasn’t In The Race, I Won’t Seek Re-election – Biden
US President Joe Biden said Tuesday he was unsure if he would be seeking reelection next year were Republican rival Donald Trump not also trying for a second term. “If Trump wasn’t running, I’m not sure I’d be running. But we cannot let him win,” the 81-year-old Democrat told a …
Read More »I Don’t Like Ingrates, I Can’t Stand Them – Wike On Rivers Crisis
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike has opened up on the rift between him and the Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara. Referring to the crisis in Rivers State, Wike hinted at Fubara being an ingrate. Speaking at a media parley on Friday, the minister said money …
Read More »‘There Could Be Mistakes On Some Items – Gov Sanwo-Olu Reacts To Outrageous Allocations In State Budget
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said no administration is immune to mistakes. The governor said this why reacting to the outrage from Nigerians after the procurement record released by the Lagos State Public Procurement Agency showed some outrageous amounts were allocated for some items in the state budget …
Read More »“We can make mistakes” – Sanwo-Olu Speaks On Lagos Government Expenditure
Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has addressed the reports of his administration spending outrageous sums on basic items in the budget. In a video posted on Twitter by his aide, Jubril Gawat, the governor said no administration was immune to mistakes. Sanwo-olu was reacting to the procurement record released …
Read More »Joseph Boakai Declared Winner Of Liberia Presidential Election
Weah had already conceded defeat on Friday evening, based on the results of more than 99.98 percent of the polling stations. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Joseph Boakai has been declared winner of Liberia’s presidential election. He was declared winner on Monday, beating incumbent George …
Read More »Gov Oyebanji Spends N293 Million On Meals, N68 Million On Sitting Allowance In Three Months (PHOTOS)
The report showed that the govt approved no funding for the provision of public schools, libraries, hospitals/health centres, electricity and water facilities for the people of the state from Q1 to Q3 of 2023. The Oyebanji-led administration has spent the whooping sum of N293 million on meals and refreshments and …
Read More »Western Democracy Not Working For Africa – Ex-president, Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has insisted that Western liberal democracy has not worked for Africa because it doesn’t take into account ”the continent’s history, culture and tradition.” Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads He said the Western style of democracy failed in Africa because it does …
Read More »Kogi Guber: ‘Shame On You All’ – Governor Bello Vows To Punish Cabinet Members Over Betrayal
Bello further accused many of his allies of betraying him because of his choice of Usman Ododo as his successor. Yahaya Bello, the Governor of Kogi State has made a new vow following the election held in the state. The Governor vowed that members of his cabinet who allegedly betrayed him during …
Read More »George Weah Concedes Defeat In Liberia Election Adjudged By International Observers As Best In Africa
Liberian leader and football legend George Weah conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai after a tight presidential run-off, saying it was “time to put national interest above personal interest”. With more than 99.5 percent of the polling stations reporting vote tallies after Tuesday’s second-round vote, Boakai had garnered 50.89 …
Read More »I Don’t Smoke Cigarettes, I’ve Never Tasted Alcohol – Senate President, Godswill Akpabio
President of the Nigerian senate, Godswill Akpabio says he has never taken alcohol or smoked cigarettes in his life because of the side effects. He made the revelation while admonishing children of secondary schools that participated in the grand finale of the National Quiz Competition organised by the National Institute …
Read More »Malawi President Bans Foreign Trips For Self And Cabinet Amidst Economic Woes
To cut costs, Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera has implemented an immediate suspension of all international travel for himself and public officials in the country. Malawi’s economy is grappling with challenges such as a shortage of petrol and diesel, coupled with high inflation. The President announced that these measures would be …
Read More »Benue Government Reacts To Reports Of Governor Alia Being Stoned By Youths
The Benue State government has refuted claims that youths pelted Governor Hyacinth Alia with objects during a visit to Vaatia College in Makurdi. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Newsmen reports that the reaction came in a statement on Thursday by Sir Kula Tersoo, the Chief …
Read More »BREAKING: PDP’s Dino Melaye Wins Polling Unit Despite Boycotting Kogi Poll
Melaye garnered 210 votes to defeat the All Congress candidate (APC), Ahmed Ododo, who pulled 22 votes while Leke Abejide of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) came a distant third with 7 votes. Senator Dino Melaye, the governorship candidate of the People Democratic Party (PDP), has been declared the winner …
Read More »Spending N60 Billion For The Purchase Of SUV For About 400 Legislators Is A Continuation Of The Troubling Trend In Our Nation – Peter Obi
Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi has kicked against the proposed purchase of SUVs worth N60bn for legislators in the country. He described it as the “continuation of the troubling trend in our nation”. Obi claimed that the federal government has continued to overlook investing …
Read More »Abia: Appeal Court Sacks Labour Party Rep Over Certificate Forgery
An Appeal Court sitting in Lagos has annulled the election of Labour Party’s Emeka Nnamani as the member representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency over certificate forgery committed in 2015. The All Grand Progressives Alliance, APGA candidate, Alex Ikwecheghi was therefore declared winner of the February 25 general election …
Read More »Uzodinma Denies Allegations Of Blocking Nnamdi Kanu’s Release
Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has denied allegations that he blocked President Bola Tinubu from facilitating the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The governor accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of resorting to blackmail as part of their desperate tactics before …
Read More »Kogi Guber: Gov. Yahaya Bello Violently Denied Dino Melaye From Using Lokoja Stadium For Campaign Finale – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State of denying its gubernatorial candidate, Dino Melaye, of holding the grand finale of his campaign at the Lokoja Stadium. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads PDP’s spokesperson, Debo Ologunagba, in a chat with …
Read More »Respecting Tinubu Doesn’t Stop Me From Calling Him Drug Dealer – Datti Baba-Ahmed
The 2023 Vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, (LP) Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has said that showing respect for Bola Tinubu wouldn’t deter him from referring to the president as a drug dealer. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Datti Baba-Ahmed made the remark during an interview …
Read More »Gov Fubara Apologizes To Rivers People Over Recent Political Crisis
Siminalayi Fubara, Governor of Rivers, this morning issued a comprehensive statement addressing the recent political turbulence that has plagued the state. Governor Fubara apologised to the people of the state for the political crisis and vowed to restore peace and order. The governor’s statement outlined the events over the past …
Read More »High Court takes Decision On Rivers Assembly ‘impeaching’ Gov Fubara
Governor Sim Fubara filed the application ex parte earlier on Wednesday through his attorney, Damian Okoro (SAN). A Rivers High Court in Isiokpo Division in Ikwerre Local Government Area has issued an interim injunction prohibiting the Rivers House of Assembly and Speaker, Martin Amaewhule from taking any action on the …
Read More »I have absolute confidence in my Chief of Staff – Tinubu speaks Amidst Reports He Plans To Sack Gbajabiamila
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his unreserved faith in his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila following rumours that the President is unhappy with Gbajabiamila and may terminate his appointment. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads President Tinubu, who spoke just before the commencement of this week’s …
Read More »Rivers state: I Committed No Offence, Can’t Be Impeached – Gov Fubara
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State on Monday downplayed any impeachment move against him. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Fubara insisted that he has committed no offence to warrant being impeached by the Rivers State House of Assembly. He spoke while addressing his supporters at …
Read More »Security Operatives Fired Direct Shots At Me – Fubara
Governor Similanyi Fubara of Rivers has broken his silence on the crisis rocking the state. Addressing some of his supporters at the assembly complex on Monday morning, the governor accused security agencies of compromise. He spoke after Edie Edison, his strong ally, was removed as Majority Leader of the Rivers …
Read More »BREAKING: Rivers Lawmakers Sign Gov Fubara’s Impeachment
Rivers lawmakers have proceeded with the move to impeach the Governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara amid the raging crisis. The unfolding crisis in the state has potentially entered a new phase, with information indicating that 24 out of the 32 lawmakers in the Rivers State House of Assembly signed …
Read More »Amaechi: ‘Nigerians Vote For Thieves, Certificate Forgers’ (VIDEO)
Former transport minister, Rotimi Amaechi, has accused Nigerians of voting for corrupt politicians especially thieves and certificate forgers. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Amaechi disclosed this while speaking at a recent event in Lagos. The former minister noted that Nigerians know the politicians with history …
Read More »Supreme Court Has The Lowest Number Of Judges In History – CJN Ariwoola
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola has disclosed that the Supreme Court presently has the lowest number of Justices in its history. Ariwoola stated that the apex court has only 10 Justices on its bench to tackle the heavy workload of pending cases. He stated this on …
Read More »INEC Removes APC’s Timipre Sylva From Bayelsa Election After Court Order
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially removed the Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Timipre Sylva, and his deputy, Joshua Maciver, from the list of qualified candidates for the upcoming Governorship election in Bayelsa State. This decision was made following a recent court order instructing …
Read More »I Am Aware of the Pains You’re Going Through – President Tinubu Tells Nigerians
The President however added that the pains are necessary but temporary and the gains would soon be obvious. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to be patient with his administration despite the difficulties they might be experiencing currently due …
Read More »Leadership One Of Nigeria’s Problems – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has identified leadership as one of the problems facing Nigeria. Wike disclosed this while noting that a law establishing a civil service commission for the FCT had been enacted but remained unimplemented. The minister said he brought the law to Tinubu’s …
Read More »5 Nigerian Politicians Who Had Certificate Forgery Controversies
Here, we uncover the stories of politicians whose careers now have the shadow of forged certificates scandals. Scandals and controversies often take center stage of Nigerian politics, revealing the challenges faced by the nation’s democracy. One such alarming trend that has surfaced over the years involves politicians presenting forged versions …
Read More »Nigerians Are Seen As Fraudsters Because Of Tinubu’s Certificate Saga – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party believes Nigerians are now regarded as fraudsters and certificate forgers because of the forgery allegation against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Obi maintained that Tinubu’s certificate saga caused Nigeria a global embarrassment, …
Read More »I Will Drop The Fight Against Tinubu On One Condition – Atiku
The former Vice-President of Nigeria and the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar outlines the condition under which he would cease his legal fight against President Bola Tinubu. Despite finishing second in the election and having his petition challenging the president’s victory …
Read More »Shocking: Ugandan Politician Takes Back Ambulance She Donated After Losing Election
Many netizens have been left in shock after a popular account on the social media platform, X, @AfricaFactsZone, reported that a Ugandan politician took back an Ambulance she donated to her district after losing her election in 2021. The politician, Hon. Evelyn Anite, who is currently the State Minister of Finance …
Read More »Vladimir Putin , 70, Poised To Announce He Will Seek Another Six-year Term To Remain Russian President Until 2030
Russian president Vladimir Putin is poised to announce he will seek another six-year term as Russian president paving the way for the Kremlin chief to stay in power until 2030. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Officials suspect that Putin may announce he will take part …
Read More »Tinubu Announces N25,000 Per Month Salary Increase To Low Grade Civil Servants
President Bola Tinubu has announced a N25, 000 wage award to low-grade workers in the civil service, as part of measures to cushion the impact of the fuel subsidy removal policy. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Tinubu made the pledge on Sunday, October 1, as …
Read More »Politicians Threatening Me To Share Money Or Risk Second Term – Akwa Ibom Gov, Eno
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has alleged threats to his political future in the State. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Eno said he received threats from the political class to share money or risk forfeiting his second term. He disclosed this while addressing …
Read More »CSU Record: Resign Now, You’ve Become A National Embarrassment, Atiku Camp Tells Tinubu
Following the controversy surrounding the academic record of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with the Chicago State University, the media aide of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe has called on the president to resign. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Ibe who made the call …
Read More »George Weah Gets Challenger In Liberia’s Election
Liberia’s opposition leader Joseph Boakai has launched his campaign ahead of October elections that will test the popularity of ex-football star President George Weah after a chaotic first term. Supporters of softly spoken Boakia, 78, who came second to Weah in 2017 elections and who has been dubbed “Sleepy Joe” …
Read More »“Wike is not just the minister of FCT; he is also my adviser” – Tinubu Declares (VIDEO)
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Thursday, September 14, praised Nyesom Wike, acknowledging his role as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and his valued advisory capacity in his administration. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The president made the comment while in a meeting …
Read More »Jubilation As UAE Lifts Visa Ban On Nigerians After Tinubu’s Meeting
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted its visa ban imposed on Nigerian travellers since 2022. Recall that the UAE had in October last year banned nationals of some 20 African countries, including Nigeria from entering its capital city, Dubai. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads However, a …
Read More »‘It Is Embarrassing To Me’ – Wike Reacts As 30 Persons Get Killed In Abuja Landslide, 19 Kidnapped
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reacted to the death of 30 persons killed in a landslide caused by the activities of illegal miners in the Kuje Area Council of the FCT. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Newsmen learnt that 19 …
Read More »“…he can spend his days rearing goats and broilers” – Shettima Tears Atiku Apart
The Vice-President, Mr. Kashim Shettima, has mocked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate for losing his petition challenging the victory of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT). The 5-member panel of justices of the court led by Justice Haruna Tsammani on Wednesday, September 6, …
Read More »Labour Party Rejects Tribunal’s Judgments, To Announce Next Move
The Labour Party (LP) has rejected the judgement of the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) that dismissed its petition challenging the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election. The party and its candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, had alleged that the election was marred by irregularities, malpractices and …
Read More »PEPT: Video Shows Moment President Bola Tinubu Celebrated His Victory In India
According to African Independent Television (AIT), President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu remotely monitored the proceedings at the Presidential Election Petition Court in Abuja, Nigeria, while attending the G20 Summit in New Delhi, India. The tribunal comprised a panel of five justices who delivered their verdict on petitions challenging Tinubu’s election …
Read More »Rabiu Kwankwaso Expelled From NNPP
The presidential bannerman of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankaso, has been expelled as a party member. As reported by The Nation, Senator Kwankwaso’s expulsion was announced by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The …
Read More »BREAKING: Presidential Election Tribunal To Deliver Judgement On Peter Obi, Atiku’s Petitions On Wednesday In Abuja
In May, Newsmen reported that the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal merged the petitions submitted by the various political parties while giving the pre-hearing report on the petition and presenting the trial schedule. The Presidential Election Tribunal in Abuja will deliver judgment on petitions challenging the election of President Bola Tinubu …
Read More »“I dare PDP to suspend me for being in Tinubu’s government” — Wike
The minister of Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike has dared its party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP to suspend him for being in President Bola Tinubu’s government, saying that he remains a member of the PDP. Wike said this on Wednesday as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today when he was …
Read More »Atiku, Ruggedman Mourn As Designer Of Nigeria’s Flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi Dies
The nation has been thrown into mourning following the death of Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, the man who designed Nigeria’s flag. His child, Akinkunmi Akinkunmi broke the sad news via Facebook on Wednesday. Pa Akinkunmi died in the early hours of Tuesday after a brief illness. He wrote: “Life is indeed transient; …
Read More »The Law Must Not Be Allowed To Perish – Tinubu Condemns Coup In Gabon
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday, reacted to the latest military coup in Gabon, leading to the ousting of President Ali Bongo, who has been placed under house arrest. Earlier reports detailed how some army personnel had hinged their plot to seize power from Bongo on what they termed as …
Read More »FCT Minister, Wike Moves To Demolish Slums In Garki, Jabi, 28 Other Districts
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has approved demolition of Garki, Jabi and other 28 slums which have earlier been surveyed by the Federal Capital Development Authority before this administration. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Thread The demolition, according to the FCTA, will affect …
Read More »“We cannot allow cows roaming in Abuja” ― Minister Of FCT, Wike Vows
The newly sworn-in Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has vowed to end open grazing in Abuja, saying that the federal government can no longer allow cows to be parading in the city. The former governor of Rivers state while speaking in a press conference in Abuja on Monday, hours after his swearing-in …
Read More »FG To Arraign Suspended CBN Governor, Emefiele, 2 Others Over Alleged Fraud In Purchase Of N6.9Billion Posh Vehicles
It was learned the two other defendants are a female CBN employee, Sa’adatu Yaro and her company, April 1616 Investment Limited for alleged N6.9 billion procurement fraud, conspiracy and conferring corrupt advantages on his associates. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads On Thursday, the Nigerian Government …
Read More »Credit Alert Shows Senators Reportedly Received N218m ‘Holiday Token’
Nigerian senators have received their “holiday token” allowance as directed by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The controversial directive which has incensed Nigerians and has dominated the social media was earlier denied by the Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory …
Read More »World Bank President Laud Tinubu Over Fuel Subsidy Removal
President Bola Tinubu has received praise from World Bank President Ajay Banga for his audacious decision to end fuel subsidies in order to prevent an unmanageable fiscal deficit. The head of the World Financial Organization praised Tinubu’s resolve to tackle Nigeria’s problems and dedication to stability and economic growth. He …
Read More »“Buhari is better than Tinubu” – Nigerians Cry Out As Rising Cost Of Living Bites (VIDEO)
Nigerians have expressed their growing frustration with the rising cost of living and have compared the past administration of President Buhari to the new administration of President Bola Tinubu. The video captures citizens crying out for succor amidst the economic hardships they are facing under the present government. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on …
Read More »FULL SPEECH: Tinubu’s Speech On Current Economic Challenges
My fellow citizens, I want to talk to you about our economy. It is important that you understand the reasons for the policy measures I have taken to combat the serious economic challenges this nation has long faced. 2. I am not going to talk in difficult terms by dwelling …
Read More »You won’t regret nominating me – Wike Tells Tinubu As NASS Confirms Him As Minister
Minister-designate, Nyesom Wike has assured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of his loyalty, saying he won’t regret nominating him to serve as a minister in his cabinet. Wike stated this on Monday afternoon during his ministerial screening on the floor of the red chamber, where he also boasted of infrastructural development …
Read More »JUST IN: President Tinubu To Address Nigerians Today
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will address Nigerians in a broadcast on Monday, July 31 at 7 pm. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The Special Adviser to the President on Special Duties, Communications and Strategy, Dele Alake, made this known in a statement on Monday. He urged local …
Read More »VP Shettima Arrives Venue Of Russia Africa Summit (VIDEO)
A video of Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima arriving at the venue of the First Plenary Session of the Russia Africa Summit in St. Petersburg, Russia has been shared online. Shettima is representing President Bola Tinubu at the ongoing Russia-Africa Summit in Russia. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow …
Read More »President Bola Tinubu Approves New Appointments For Nigeria Customs (Full List)
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced new appointments. Tinubu approved the appointment of Deputy Comptroller Generals and Assistant Comptroller Generals of Nigeria Customs Service. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads Abdullahi Maiwada, the spokesperson of NCS, disclosed this on Friday Morning. The new appointment include three …
Read More »Tinubu Begs Nigerians, Asks Them To Endure Hardship Of Subsidy Removal
President Bola Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to bear with his administration some more and persevere in the face of biting hardship that pervades the country. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads This is as he also said that he understood what they were going through since the …
Read More »Charley Boy Vows To Walk Naked If Peter Obi Defeats Tinubu At Tribunal
Nigerian musician, Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has vowed to walk naked on the street if the candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the February 25 presidential election, Peter Obi, defeats the candidate of All Progressives Congress at the election Tribunal. Recall that Tinubu was declared the winner of the presidential election …
Read More »APC used me – Mr Jollof Reflects On His Political Choice (VIDEO)
Freedom Okpetoritse Atsepoyi, popularly known as Mr Jollof, a Nigerian comedian, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of “using and dumping” him. This was stated by the Instagram influencer in a video that circulated online as he discussed retracing his steps. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow …
Read More »There’s Prosperity At The End Of The Tunnel – Tinubu Assures Nigerians
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the current challenges and hardship being faced are only temporary inconveniences which will pave the way for the prosperity of the nation. Tinubu stated this in a heartfelt message while felicitating with Muslim faithful on the Islamic New Year. The president prayed …
Read More »Gov Fubara Sacks Over 1,700 Newly Employed University Workers In Rivers State
Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Follow Us On Threads The Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has terminated the appointments of over 1,700 staff members employed in the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education in Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt. The sacked staff members were employed about two months ago. Mr Fubara, a …
Read More »Illegal Power Takeover Will No Longer Be Tolerated In West Africa – Tinubu Warns
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned the military takeover of power across the West African sub-region. Tinubu who just emerged Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States on Sunday, conveyed his position in his speech at the 63rd Summit of ECOWAS leaders in Bissau. He vowed that …
Read More »Shehu Sani Reacts As Tinubu Adjusts Tax Laws Implemented By Buhari Govt
Shehu Sani, a former Kaduna Central lawmaker has commended President Bola Tinubu for adjusting some of the tax laws implemented by the immediate past administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Recall that the administration of President Bola Tinubu said on Thursday that upon assumption of …
Read More »2023 Election Largely Peaceful, Fair – Mahmood Yakubu
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said despite the divergent opinions about the outcome of the 2023 general elections, the overall outlook suggests that it was a fair reflection of a complex multi-party democracy. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, stated this at a meeting with the Resident Electoral Commissioners …
Read More »Julius Maada Re-elected As President Of Sierra Leone
Commission chief, Mohamed Kenewui Konneh said on Tuesday, June 27, that Bio was re-elected with 56.17 percent of Saturday’s vote. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Julius Maada Bio has been reelected as the President of Sierra Leone. He was declared winner by Sierra Leone’s election commission. Commission chief, Mohamed …
Read More »Presidency Denies Approval Of Salary Increase For Tinubu, Others
The Presidency has denied approving a purported 114% increase in the salary for the President, Vice President, elected Federal and State political office-holders, and judicial officers. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore The Presidency also said it followed with consternation the viral story of the purported 114% increase in the …
Read More »Adamawa State Governor Allocates N100 Million For AGILE Project Implementation
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has announced the release of N100 million as a counterpart fund for the implementation of the Adolescent Girls Initiatives for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project in the state. The governor made this disclosure during a meeting with government officials and stakeholders held in Yola on …
Read More »Subsidy Removal: Edo Govt Reduces School Days To Three
The Chairman, Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Ozavize Salami, disclosed this to journalists in Benin. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Edo State Government has announced that it has reduced the number of days for operations at public basic and junior secondary schools in the state from five …
Read More »Video Of Emefiele Getting Arrested By DSS Operatives At Airport
A video of suspended Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele getting arrested at the airport has been shared online. The video surfaced shortly after the spokesperson of the Department of State Services, Peter Afunanya disclosed that the embattled suspended CBN Governor is now in their custody. Emefiele was flown from …
Read More »Suspended CBN Governor, Emefiele Reportedly Arrested By DSS
The security agency accused Emefiele of financing terrorism, fraudulent activities and economic crimes of national security dimension. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore The suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele has been reportedly arrested by the Department of State Service, DSS on Friday. The arrest was …
Read More »George Akume Sworn In As New SGF
Senator George Akume has been sworn in as the new Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore President Bola Tinubu, Wednesday, administered the oath of office on him in the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. he …
Read More »Uzodinma Replaces His Deputy With Female Candidate Ahead Of Imo Gov Election
Ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in Imo state, Governor Hope Uzodinma has replaced his Deputy, Prof. Placid Njoku with a female deputy governorship candidate, Mrs. Ekemaru Chinyere Ihuoma. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore This was revealed in the final list of candidates released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) …
Read More »God Has Given APC Chance To Repent Of Their Sins – Wike
The former governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike has said the All Progressives Congress should use this opportunity to redeem itself. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore According to him, APC should be grateful for a second chance to redeem themselves of what he described as their past misdeeds against …
Read More »Minimum Wage Must Reflect Reality, Says Tinubu
According to a statement issued by the Director of Information in the State House, Mr Abiodun Oladunjoye, President Tinubu also said his administration would be working with more people-focused economic policies. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has talked about the minimum wage. The President, yesterday, …
Read More »“It’ll be the best decision,” Lawan Speaks On Tinubu Appointing Gbajabiamila As Chief Of Staff
Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, expressed his support for the potential appointment of Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, as Chief of Staff by President Bola Tinubu. Lawan emphasized that Tinubu required a Chief of Staff well-versed in legislative matters, making Gbajabiamila the ideal candidate. Downloads btlsblog mobile app …
Read More »Innoson Thanks Governor Alex Otti For Using IVM For Abia Inauguration Parade (PHOTO)
In a Twitter post, Innoson applauded the governor for believing in the company. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Innoson Motors has sent an appreciation message to the Governor of Abia State for using its car for his inauguration. In a Twitter post, Innoson applauded the governor for believing in …
Read More »Tinubu Makes First Set Of Appointments (See Names)
President Bola Tinubu has made his first set of appointments as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore In the appointments, he named Ambassador Kunle Adeleke as the State Chief of Protocol (SCOP) to the President. He also appointed former …
Read More »Peter Obi is my president” – Aisha Yesufu Insists, Calls President Tinubu An Impostor
Controversial political activist, Aisha Yesufu calls the 16th sworn-in president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu an impostor while insisting on Peter Obi as her president-elect. Tinubu and his vice, Kashim Shettima were both sworn in on May 29th as the President and Vice-president of the federal republic of Nigeria. Prior …
Read More »May 29: Tinubu’s Official Portrait Unveiled
Onanuga while revealing Tinubu’s official portrait via his verified Twitter handle said that he shall be known and called President Bola Ahmed Tinubu henceforth. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore President-elect, Bola Tinubu’s official portriat has been unveiled. This is as he gets set to be sworn-in as the President …
Read More »Buhari Must Be Told He Failed Woefully — Governor Ortom
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has again called out President Muhammadu Buhari for allegedly failing to deliver on some of the promises he made during his campaigns. Speaking at the commissioning of the headquarters of the Benue State Community Volunteer Guards, BSCVGs, in Makurdi, Ortom accused President Buhari of plunging Nigeria into so …
Read More »First Lady Should Be Giving Some Privileges After Vacating Office – Aisha Buhari
Aisha Buhari, wife of President Muhammadu Buhari has said that outgoing First Ladies should be handed some of the privileges their husbands are given while leaving office. Aisha Buhari who spoke at the launch of a book in Abuja authored by the President of the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA), Mrs. …
Read More »Yobe Politician Dies Less Than 24 Hours To His Swearing-in
The newly appointed Chairman, Caretaker Management Committee of Karasuwa Local Government Area of Yobe State, Hon. Lawan Gana, has died, less than a day to his swearing-in. Daily Post reports that he passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023 after a brief illness. Gana had been admitted at Federal Medical …
Read More »Buhari Seeks Senate’s Approval To Pay $556m, £98,526,013,N226bn Judgement Debts
President Muhammadu Buhari’s letter of request was read at plenary by Senate President Ahmad Lawan. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Nigeria’s number one man, President Muhammadu Buhari, has made a fresh request of the senate. Buhari, on Wednesday urged the Senate to approve a request to pay judgment debt …
Read More »“Dangote came to Lagos empty handed 45 years ago” – Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said that businessman Dangote came to the State empty-handed but is now the richest man in Africa. Babajide Samwo-Olu made this statement while speaking at the commissioning of Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals, the world’s largest single-train refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore “Dangote …
Read More »Insecurity Was My Worst Nightmare As President – Goodluck Jonathan
Recall that Jonathan’s rule coincided with the emergence of the Boko Haram sect as one of the most dangerous terror groups in the world, with hundreds of people killed and several millions of others displaced. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore Former Nigeria President, Goodluck Jonathan has disclosed that insecurity …
Read More »FG Sacks FAAN MD
This is as the FG approved the appointment of the current Manager, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Kabir Mohammed, as the new FAAN managing director. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore The Federal Government has dismissed Capt Rabiu Yadudu, the Managing Director of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria. This …
Read More »INEC Refused To Give Us 70% Of What We Need – Peter Obi’s Legal Team Tells Court
A member of the legal team who is also the national publicity secretary of the Labour Party, Kenneth Okonkwo however said they are not giving up and would continue on the matter. Downloads btlsblog mobile app on playstore The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been accused of refusing to …
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