Billionaire businessman, Harry Akande dies at 77

Several policemen across the Nation and their family have expressed grievance over delayed payment of their November salary. The cops became more worried after the delayed payment went past one week without any form of official communication from the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Federal Government to appease the …

The China Railway Construction Corporation Limited (CRCC) has blamed ill luck for the frequent malfunctioning of trains it built and supplied for use in Nigeria. Su Zhiguang, the after-sales manager of CRCC, who heads the maintenance team on the Abuja-Kaduna rail line, said that the trains, which arrived Nigeria in …

A Nigerian man known as Handsome Onyedika has taken to social media to give a candid advised to married men who are cheating or nurturing the desire to have a side chic. In a recent Facebook post, the self-acclaimed social media counselor suggested that husbands take the woman they admire …

The Osun Command of Amotekun Corps has threatened to confront any person(s) within its jurisdiction, who degrades the Yoruba language. Commandant of the security outfit in the state, Amitolu Shittu, made this known during an empowerment programme in the state. He also vowed to use its regionally vested power to …

A Nigerian writer and poet identified as Gimba Kakanda has said people can be talented and appear in manner that is socially acceptable. He stated that keeping dreadlocks, drawing tattoos or being an atheist does not in any way portray the person as a genius.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   According to …

Indecent dressing and speaking incorrect Yoruba will not be tolerated – Amotekun declares

Court remands Abdulrasheed Maina at Kuje Correctional centre till the end of his trial

#EndSARS: Police withdraws suit seeking to stop the judicial panels of inquiry

  After weeks of suspending protests which sought an end to police brutality and extrajudicial killings, dozens of elderly men and women have taken to the streets under the #EndSARS banner and resumed demonstrations in Lagos. The elderly people carried placards and were demanding for justice for victims of the …

BBNaija star, Princess, who on Thursday, December 3, declared she was done dating for love, has revealed that she was approached by billionaire businessman, Ned Nwoko, when she was much younger.   According to her, she rejected his offer because she didn’t have sense.   She disclosed this in an exchange with …

A Nigerian lady simply known as Jemilat, has taken to social media to reveal how a man she helped months back contacted her to show appreciation. She shared a screenshot of her DM chat with the man who introduced himself and told her that he was the one she helped …

A Twitter user identified as Lola Okunrin has taken to the platform to narrate how a lady turned down a N190k job offer in Lagos because she’s scared of Third Mainland Bridge. According to his narration, the lady thought she would be given the role in the Mainland office of …

It is no longer a news that a young Nigerian lady identified as Joy pearl aka Jopearl, took to social media to reveal that she’s the side chic of Grammy-nominated singer, Damini ‘Burna Boy’ Ogulu. According to her, she has been seeing the Nigerian singer for the past two years. …

Court orders final forfeiture of N235m linked to Invictus CEO, Obi Okeke

“This is a disgrace to Islam” Photo of Presidential spokeperson Garba Shehu moving to hug a woman angers Muslims

Governor Ayade steps out in military uniform as he launches special security operation to flush out criminals

The Family Court sitting in Calabar, Cross River State has sentenced 47-year-old Emmanuel Thompson Udo to life imprisonment for raping his 14-year-old stepdaughter.   Udo was on Thursday, December 3, found guilty of raping the minor in August, 2018 at his residence No. 45 Afokang Street, Calabar South local government area …

Garba Shehu, Spokesman to the President Muhammadu Buhari, has been called out by Nigerian Muslims after he was pictured moving to hug a woman.   Hugs and handshakes between the opposite sex who are not married are forbidden in Islam.   However, in a photo shared online, Garba Shehu, a practising …

Cross River State Governor, Ben Ayade, on Thursday December 3, stepped out in military uniform to launch a special security operation to flush out kidnappers, bandits and criminals out of the state.   Code-named Operation Akpakwu, the outfit draws personnel from the army, navy, Air Force and Civil Defence.     To …

A Nigerian man identified as Kelvin Apkaranta is currently making the rounds on social media after granting an interview where he revealed that he is a prostitute, becoming the first first established male prostitute in Nigeria. According to Kelvin, he charges not less than N5000 per session and charges much …

Singer Peter Okoye aka Mr. P and retired footballer, Osaze Odemwingie, have made peace after the latter apologized to the former for calling him out online as he explained his reasons for doing so.   On Tuesday, December 1, Osaze took to his Instagram page to call out Peter for …

As the world continues to await a cure for the novel Coronavirus, the International Criminal Police Organisation INTERPOL has alleged that some criminal minds have concluded plans to sell fake COVID19 vaccines to Nigeria and other countries in search for the treatment of the viral disease.   The need for a COVID19 vaccine …

National leader of the All Progressives Congress chieftain, Bola Tinubu, has said the massacre of over 43 rice farmers by Boko Haram in Borno State on Saturday, November 28, has shown that the war against insurgents requires more efforts to win.   Tinubu stated this in a condolence letter he sent …

Top Nigerian singer, Peter Okoye aka Mr P has responded to Osaze Odemwingie who called him out and accused him of defrauding people. This is coming after he called out Kanu Nwankwo’s wife for allegedly chasing after him on social media. Odemwingie wrote, “What happened to you @PeterPsquare? you are …

A young Nigerian man simply identified as Ayo Lex, has taken to social media to reveal how his family assault him and prevent him from moving out of the house. Ayo, 25, recounted how he was beaten to a pulp by his father and elder brother after he requested to …

Top Nigerian blogger, Linda Ikeji has taken to social media to announce that she still need a husband despite all the self-made accomplishments and properties. The mother of one who recently got the delivery of a Range Rover 2020 Autobiography worth over 120 million naira stated that there’s a spot …

Popular Nigerian male barbie, Idris Okuneye also known as Bobrisky has gotten an early Christmas from his lover, Niyi. Bobrisky revealed that his Canada-based Nigerian boyfriend gifted him N15 million after they spent the night together. The crossdresser who was excited after receiving the monetary gift took to his Snapchat …

The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) under the leadership of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar has reacted to the killing of over 40 rice farmers in Zabarmari, Jere Local Government Area of Borno State.   JNI in a statement released by its Secretary-General Dr. Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, alleged that bandits now …

The faceoff between Governor David Umahi and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Pius Anyim has taken another twist as the Ebonyi state Governor has sacked all his political appointees from his former ally’s local government.   The sack came after Anyim wrote an open letter to Mr Umahi …

The Nigerian Police Force has offered an explanation on why it shared a photo which many Nigerians alleged was “photoshopped”.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     The police in a statement shared on its official Twitter handle, said the pictures were taken separately and merged into one screen for seamless understanding of …

A white man has stirred reactions from Nigerians on social media after photos of him in Nigeria Police uniform were shared online.   The White man in question is reportedly married to a Nigerian lady whom he shares two children with. He is said to have migrated to the country over ten years …

The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja not to unfreeze the accounts of #EndSARS promoters because they are still under investigation for funding terrorism. The CBN said this in a counter-affidavit challenging a motion on notice filed by Gatefield Nigeria Limited, a company …

Pope Francis has condemned the killing of 43 farmers in Zabarmari, Jere Local Government Area of Borno state, Nigeria. Boko Haram insurgents on Saturday attacked some farmers in Borno, killing more than 40 s in Zabarmari, some kilometers from Maiduguri the capital. Speaking on the incident on Wednesday November 2, …

Ace Nigerian actress, Ini Edo has sent social media into a wave of speculations after posting a video of herself rocking a wedding gown. The beautiful movie star sparked secret wedding rumours with the video which shows her dazzling in Angelic white wedding dress, which she shared via her verified …

Nollywood actress cum movie producer, Ruth Kadiri has spoken on the controversial debate of whether it is right to check a romantic partner’s phone. According to her, the essence in calling either parties their partner is so that there can be liberalism enough to check each others phones. The talented …

Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, has agreed to address the House of Representatives on the security challenges across the country. Femi Gbajabiamila, Speaker of the House of Representatives, made this known to State House correspondents on Wednesday after meeting President Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He said the date of …

Nigerian singer and music producer, Duncan Wene Mighty Okechukwu, popularly known as Duncan Mighty, has invoked the wrath of God on any man who buys his woman a car to be driving while his own mother has none and still treks.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   The Reggae and African R&B artiste …

Top Nigerian blogger, Linda Ikeji has taken to social media to flaunt her newly acquired 2020 Range Rover Autobiography. Posting photos of the expensive SUV, she wrote; ”My baby is finally here! . 2020 Range Rover Autobiography (Long Wheel Base). Gift from me to me! Whoop whoop! Lol. And inside …

Former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been named Forbes Africa Person Of The Year 2020. Okonjo-Iweala, who was the Nigeria’s first female minister of finance and the country’s candidate for the position of DG of the World Trade Organisation, joins a list of eminent Africans to have received the …

Former Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose, has reacted to the decision of the House of Representatives to invite President Buhari over the worsening security situation in Nigeria.   Reacting via his tweets, Fayose said the lawmakers demanding the citation should expect EFCC invitation, freezing of their accounts, or arrest.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451# …

Governor Darius Ishaku of Taraba State has backed his Borno state counterpart, Babagana Zulum who advised the federal government to bring in mercenaries to help in the fight against Boko Haram.   Ishaku who led the governors of Adamawa, Bauchi and Gombe on a sympathy visit to Borno on Tuesday …

Over the weekend, a video of Regina Daniels driving led to speculations she was driving under the influence and this made the video go viral.   In the video, Regina’s mannerisms and body movement seemed strange.   A number of Nigerians reshared the video and wrote opinion pieces about it. Some …

Retired Nigerian professional footballer, Osaze Odemwingie took to Instagram to accuse Kanu Nwankwo’s wife, Amara Kanu of sliding into his DM and “chasing” him “relentlessly” for a chat.   He shared a photo of Amara Kanu with her son lying on a hospital bed then went on to warn Amara Kanu that …

“Embrace humanity first and not lies you’re fed in the name of religion” – Sweetcorn

Boko Haram releases new video claiming responsibility for #Zabarmarimassacre

Nigerian superstar singer, Wikzid has bagged another award to his trophy cabinet following his recent win at the 2020 BET Soul Train Award. International award-winning collaborative single, ‘Brown Skin Girl’ by Beyonce and Wizkid, emerged winner in the ‘Video Of The Year‘ category. BET shared the good news on its …

The completion of the five year tenure of Prof. Idowu Olayinka as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, was celebrated by workers of the institution with several activities indicating that they were relieved with his exit. It was gathered that the workers of the prestigious Nigerian university kicked …

Presidential spokesperson, Garba Shehu has reacted to being called out over his comment about on Zabarmari massacre.   Recall that Garba Shehu was dragged on social media and accused of blaming the 43 rice farmers who were killed in Borno state, after he asked if they got clearance from the …

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno state has asked President Buhari to bring in mercenaries to wipe out Boko Haram insurgents.   The Borno Governor made the recommendations while receiving a federal government delegation who were on a condolence visit to the state on Monday November 30, over the killing of 43 farmers …

Gunmen attacked motorists at Kwanar Tsintsiya axis of Kaduna-Zaria Road in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Sunday November 29.   One of the injured travellers is Alhaji Kabir Muhammmad, the brother of Hon. Muhammad Abubakar Mamadi, former Member Federal House of Representatives Igabi Federal Constituency. He is …

A fight which ensued between two men over a lady’s love has left at least one person dead in Jalingo, Taraba State’s capital.   Channels Television reported that the fight which occurred in Water Board area of Jalingo, also led to the destruction of properties worth millions of naira.   It was …

The United States has condemned the killing of 43 rice farmers in Jere Local Government Area of Borno State, by Boko Haram insurgents over the weekend.   The US embassy in a statement released on Monday November 30, stated that abhorrent attacks are a stark reminder of why the United States stands with …

President Muhammadu Buhari has again reacted to the killing of 43 rice farmers by Boko Haram insurgents in Zabarmari community of Borno state.   The Nigerian President in a statement released on Monday November 30, said the Armed Forces have been given the marching order to take the fight to the …

Four prisoners who escaped from Oko Prison during the #EndSARS crisis have been re-arrested by the police.   The suspects were paraded at the Nigeria Police Force tactical unit in Abuja, alongside others who were arrested for various offences bordering on armed robbery, car theft, unlawful possession of weapons, illegal dealing and …

Zahra Buhari-Indimi has reacted to the murder of 110 rice farmers in Zabarmari village in Borno state.   The daughter of the president of Nigeria shared a newspaper shot of the Zabarmari massacre and wrote: “My heart bleeds”.     Her reaction comes two days after Boko Haram terrorists attacked …

Singer LAX has joined the growing list of Nigerian entertainers who bought a new house in 2020.   The singer who shared photos of his new house, said he always dreamt of it happening. LAX wrote;   I DREAMT OF DAYS LIKE THIS AND NOW ITS HAPPENING. I JUST JOINED …

A video of a young woman washing her hands with at least 4 bottles of champagne has gone viral.   The young woman, who was celebrating her birthday, had her friends in attendance.     As the party was underway, some of her male friends popped bottles of champagne and …

Jose Mourinho has reacted after his team, Tottenham played out a dour 0-0 draw with his former club, Chelsea, on Sunday, November 29, 2020.   Frank Lampard squared off against his mentor, Jose Mourinho, but surprisingly the very tactical game ended without any goals.     Young British-Nigerian striker, Tammy …

Sunday Dare, Nigeria’s Minister of Youths and Sports, has denied reports he asked for N81 million to be used to cut grass and weed in Abuja stadium.   Reports were rife online on Sunday November 29, that while speaking during the one-day seminar organized by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria …

Senator representing Borno south district, Ali Ndume has described former President Goodluck Jonathan as a man who has become great in the eyes of his critics.   The lawmaker who was recently granted bail after five days in detention over Abdulrasheed Maina, former chairman of the Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT) whom he …

President Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed sadness over the killing of over 40 farmers on rice fields at Zabarmari, Jere Local Government Area of Borno State. He described the insurgents’ action as senseless. Buhari’s position on the killings was contained in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and …

The burial of farmers who were killed by members of Boko Haram sect on Sunday was attended by the Governor of Borno state, Babagana Zulum. While expressing sympathy with the family of the deceased, Zulum appealed to the federal government to recruit more persons into the civilian joint task force. …

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has raised an alarm of Ondo state which he governs being in a serious security crisis.   The Governor who said this in reaction to the assassination of Israel Adeusi, the Olufon of Ifon in Ose local government area of the state, described the killing as an “abominable …

Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday surprised a young entrepreneur, by sending his aides to meet the man after he had offered to make shoes for him. The entrepreneur known on Twitter as OJBEST Footwear had made a shoe for Osinbajo and asked for a chance to …

Twitter influencer, Motara has disclosed her intentions to kneel down and apologise to the child beggar who she mocked some days ago. We reported few days ago that a Twitter influencer, Motara, went viral after being filmed while enticing a poor child beggar with a bottle of drink only to …

A Nigerian lady has narrated how she turned down her fiancé’s offer and marriage plans after he tried to pay her bride price with suspected looted COVID-19 palliatives. According to the lady, her decision to reject him was because she felt they cannot depend only on noodles alone. BTLSBLOG learnt …

An apology has been demanded by the federal government from the British government over the “unsubstantiated” claim by a member of its parliament that Nigeria’s former head of state, Gowon looted public treasury. This was contained in a statement released by the spokesperson of the ministry of foreign affairs, Ferdinand Nwonye …

A welder has lost his life at a mechanic workshop in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, following a tanker explosion. Spokesperson of the State Police Command, SP Haruna Mohammed, who confirmed the incident said the explosion occurred on Saturday, November 28, about 2:30pm, at the mechanic workshop located along new …

While my PDP counterparts tackled me over Zamfara gold, APC defended me – Governor Matawalle

”May karma visit those in positions of power who let this happen”- Rapper Illbliss speaks on 8-month old ASUU strike

Court orders police to pay N50m compensation to family of slain musician

Officials of Hisbah on Friday, conducted a door-to-door search at a holiday and relaxation resort located at Dawakin Kudu, Kano metropolis. According to reports, staff of the Hills and Valley resort were made to take Hisbah personnel round every of the building. It was gathered that while conducting the search, …

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Adamu Mohammed, says going forward the force will never allow another type of #EndSARS protest again.   The police chief stated this when he spoke at a meeting with commissioners of police in Abuja today November27. He said the force is ready to face anyone who …

Man launches search for a wife, says he needs a matured lady who has suffered heartbreak

Four members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have been convicted by germany for attacking former deputy senate president, Ike Ekweremadu. The four IPOB members have also served their sentences. According to report, the convictions which were handed out in August went completely under the radar. But diplomatic sources …

After being declared dead by doctors, a Kenyan man came back to life while workers at a morgue were preparing to embalm him. 32-year-old Peter Kigen was presumed dead on Tuesday, November 24, after he collapsed at home and was rushed to Kapkatet hospital in Kericho county, according to local media. After …

A fan of Big Brother Naija ‘Lockdown’ housemate and Brand manager of Juventus Academy in Nigeria, Ozo has stated that the reality TV star is a much bigger personality than legendary English footballer, David Beckham. The lady known as Nyanga on Twitter, made the assertion in reaction to a social …

A Nigerian man, Ridwan Oyewunmi, has called on Nigerians on social media to help him get justice after a school teacher who is currently on the run, allegedly beat his younger brother, Boluwatife Omelaja, to death at a school in Ikorodu, Lagos state on Thursday,  November 26.   In a Twitter …

Oil Spill: Supreme Court rejects Shell’s request to vacate ₦17bn judgement

James Nwafor, the former SARS officer accused of being responsible for the deaths of a number of young men who went into SARS Awkuzu detention centre in Anambra state and never came out alive, has been summoned by the Anambra State Judicial Panel of Inquiry on Police Brutality.   The …

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar lll, has raised an alarm over the incessant killings by bandits in the northern part of Nigeria. Abubakar, who is the President-General, Jamaatu Nasril Islam and the leader of Nigerian Muslims, made this known at the 4th quarter 2020 meeting of the Nigeria …

Superstar singer and Starboy Entertainment CEO, Ayo Balogun a.k.a Wizkid has taken to social media to call out British-Nigerian rapper, Tinie Tempah and his manager, Dumi Oburota the founder of Disturbing London. The singer lashed out online and went on to call the duo unpleasant names as he accused them …

When Stephanie Linus, RMD, Dakore Akande-Egbuson, Juliet Ibrahim graced the Launch of GAC’s GA4 & GS3 Cars

Three multi-million dollar high calibre mobile scanning machines belonging to the Nigeria Customs Service are rotting away at the Apapa port.   The Smiths Hiemann 2533 HCV machines, which were managed by a foreign company known as Cortena, have not been put to use since 2015 when the contract involving the …

A little boy who hawks sachet water, commonly referred to as ‘Pure water’, has been offered scholarship by Nigerian Gospel artiste, Osinachi Joseph, aka Sinach after a video of the young hawker educating people on importance of water went viral on the internet. In the viral video, the young boy …

Multi award-winning Nigerian singer-songwriter and the Omo Baba Olowo, David Adeleke, also known as Davido, has revealed that he is tired of making money. The Billionaire’s son, who made this known in a recent interview with media house, Afro Mixx, said that he had been working hard and making money …

A video which is currently trending on social media captures the moment two lawmakers were engaging in a conversation before the man decided to carry out an unprofessional activity during sitting in the house of assembly. A female lawmaker who was standing could be seen conversing with a male lawmaker …

Lai Mohammed has reacted to the UK Parliament’s call for sanctions against the Nigerian government over reports of alleged human right abuses during the #EndSARS protest.   The minister of information and culture who reacted to this in an interview with NTA on Wednesday November 25, stated that the federal …

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has said that the Federal government is confident that with the intervention policies, with the fiscal and monetary interventions have been put in place, the current economic recession will be short-lived.   The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS had two days ago said …

How can a “minister of information” be so “misinformed”?- DJ Switch attacks Lai Mohammed

Former Presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC in the 2019 general elections, Adamu Garba, has given an update on the suit he filed against Twitter founder, Jack Dorsey, over his support for the #EndSARS protests last month. Recall that Garba filed a fundamental human rights suit before a …

Despite new evidence submitted against alleged Nigerian cyber fraudster, Abass Igbalode a.k.a Hushpuppi in California, his lawyer, Gal Pissetzky has stated that his client is not guilty of fraud allegations levelled against him. Pissetzky stated this in an interview with Forbes, adding that Hushpuppi is a business man who operates …

A trending photo of a little boy drawing a gun on a wall in Damturu, Yobe state has elicited sad reactions from Nigerians on social media. Kano-based lawyer, Bulama Bukarti, shared the photo via his Twitter account and stated that his school teacher saw the boy drawing the assault rifle …

Nigerian artiste and self-acclaimed African Giant, Damini ‘Burna Boy’ Ogulu has been nominated for the ‘Best Global Music Album’ category of the 2021 Grammys. In the nominee list announced this evening on Grammys.com, Burna’s ‘Twice As Tall’ album secured a nomination against Antibalas’s ‘FU Chronicles’, Bebel Gilberto’s ‘Agora’, and Anoushka …

In a bid to to curb truck accidents in the country, the Federal Government has disclosed that it will be banning the importation of articulated trucks older than 10 years, . FRSC spokesman, Bisi Kazeem said the decision was reached by the Major Oil Marketers of Nigeria and the National …

Theresa Nyorong Yohanna Bwai, 52, and her only son, Bweifar Isaac, 22, died hours apart and family and friends of the deceased have taken to social media to mourn their demise. Isaac, who was said to be a popular recording artist, photographer and student, was shot dead by suspected cultists …

Bodies of three dead children were discovered in a car at a retired police officer’s home, at Ugwu Ogede in Itchi, Igbo-Eze South Local Government Area of Enugu State, on Monday. The victims, according to newsmen, whose names were given as Chibugo Eze, Chinenye Eze, and Ebuka Ene, had gone …

Twitter Nigeria is currently on fire following the anticipated battle between Nigerian rappers, MI Abaga and Vic O. Self acclaimed Africa’s best rapper, Vic O had challenged MI to a rap battle, and alleged that the former Choc City boss is scared to go head-to-head with him. Vic O tweeted; …

Billionaire heiress and popular Nigerian Disc Jockey, DJ Cuppy has made a case for her sister Temi to be included in the cast of the sequel for Hollywood blockbuster Sci-fi movie, Black Panther.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   In a recent tweet, she appealed to Marvel, the makers of Black Panther 2 …