Popular Nigeria artiste, David Adeleke popularly known as “Davido” has unveiled the cover art for his much anticipated album dubbed “A better time”. With less than two days to his release, the award-winning artiste shared the 17-track album cover on social media and his fans are super excited about the soon-to-be released songs. The …

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has rescued a 2-year-old sick child, who was allegedly abandoned by his father in Katsina after separating from the victim’s mother.   It was gathered that the boy, Abdullahi Rabiu was abandoned by his father Rabiu Tukur in Barda Ajiwa town, Batagarawa Local Government Area …

President Muhammadu Buhari has stated that his nephew, Mamman Daura is needlessly misunderstood by many.   In a statement released by Presidential aide Garba Shehu in celebration of Daura’s 81st birthday, Buhari described Daura as one of Nigeria’s worthiest gentleman, dedicated public servant and a consummate administrator.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     …

The National Universities Commission has approved the establishment of Confluence University of Science and Technology in Osara, Kogi State.   The approval which came on Tuesday November 10 brings to 50, the number of state-owned universities in Nigeria.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#       NUC Executive Secretary Prof. Abubakar Rasheed who made …

A shocked visitor has discovered a starving lion at a zoo in Kaduna, Nigeria along-side a number of other severely underfed animals. After the man’s discovery, a wildlife charity has begun a rescue mission from the horror zoo in an attempt to save the life of the severely malnourished male lion. …

Anti-Boko Haram war has taken too long – Governor Bala

Challenge CBN’s freezing of your accounts in court – Lagos Attorney General tells #EndSARS frontliners

An aggrieved Nigerian lady has shared the conversation her husband had with his side chick who ranted about him cheating on her with another lady. According to the rather aggrieved wife, who shared screenshots of the chat on a Facebook relationship forum and pleaded anonymity, her husband has been cheating …

A six-year-old girl,Aisha Ya’u allegedly was allegedly raped and murdered by unknown person in Kumashi, Kaduna South Local Government. Her lifeless body was found dumped at a cemetery near her home on Sunday, November 8, few hours after she was declared missing. A family source, who spoke to Nigerian Tribune revealed that …

Senate President, Senator Ahmad Lawan, has warned that Nigeria will not escape another citizens’ restiveness in the form of #EndSARS protest if it failed to effectively address the issue of youth unemployment and make practical steps in its national budget to engage the youths meaningfully. He made the statement on …

A Nigerian man known as Tyyrone on Twitter has taken to the micro-blogging site to reveal his predicament and seek assistance. According to him, he sleeps under Ojuelegba bridge in Lagos state but every night is a challenge owing to the vehicles that pass there regularly. He said that he …

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has issued a query to Abiodun Sanusi, a corp member over his participation in an ‘anti-government’ protest. Although serving in Imo state, Sanusi joined the #RevolutionNow protest in Osogbo, Osun state, in August 2020. In the letter signed by NYSC LG inspector of Ngor …

Big Brother Naija reality TV star, Frodd on Monday, broke down in tears of joy after witnessing the love that BBNaija winner, Laycon received at his 27th birthday celebration. Laycon who turned 27 on Sunday, celebrated his birthday in grand style after his fans gifted him a Mercedes Benz E350 …

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has restated readiness to mentor a group of Nigerian youths who will take over the mantle of leadership from his generation. Atiku stated his commitment to taking up the mentorship in his goodwill message at the inauguration of Northern Youth Advocates for Atiku …

Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State has said that dialogue with bandits is still relevant just as he secured the release of 26 Katsina girls from bandits. A statement issued on Sunday, November 8, by Zailani Bappa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Public Enlightenment, Media and Communications, said …

#EndSARS promoter, Modupe Odele finally picks up her passport

Former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi’s nephew, Aminu Musa Abdullahi has reportedly been abducted by suspected kidnappers.   Daily Trust reported that Abdullahi popularly known as Yaya Baba, was kidnapped while on transit to Kano along Abuja-Kaduna highway last week. A source told the publication that the kidnappers have contacted the family …

Following the destruction of many police stations and attacks on personnel of the Nigerian police at the wake of the EndSARS protests, the Inspector-General of Police Committee on EndSARS Protest Damage Assessment has said that many police officers in Lagos State are still missing and unaccounted for. The committee, which …

A Nigerian man has shared a heart wrenching story of how a dispatch rider lost his life while on the way to make a delivery. According to the man known as Mike Adesh, the dispatch rider was supposed to deliver an item to his mother, however, after much delay, she …

Govenrors, traditional rulers and other critical stakeholders in the South West have called for the review of reports of constitutional conferences including the 2014 National Conference. This call was made by the critical stakeholders in a communique issued after a meeting also attended by ministers from the South-West following the EndSARS …

Big Brother Naija “lockdown” winner, Laycon who turned a new age on Sunday, November 8th, got gifted with a Mercedes Benz car from his fans. The Icon president, was surprised with a brand new Mercedes Benz E350, musical studios, amid several other gifts. Fans and colleagues have since taken to social media …

Few weeks after angry residents broke into the palace of Rilwan Akiolu, the Oba of Lagos situated at Lagos Island, to cart away COVID-19 palliatives and loot the entire royal residence, the Monarch has put the controversial events behind him as he made public appearance on Sunday, November 8. Oba Rilwan who …

Former Nigeria’s President, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has been warned on Sunday against contesting the 2023 presidential election by Dr. Garus Gololo. Gololo, a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), disclosed this after reports reveals some northern groups and associates of Jonathan in the South met in Abuja, while considering …

Nigerian socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu has slammed music sensation, Davido following his tweet claiming $3million is chicken change. The award winning singer made this claim in a bid to shade his colleague, Wizkid after he bagged $3million endorsement deal with UBA. In his opinion, musicians should work extremely hard to own parts of companies …

Zimbabwean socialite and businessman Genius Kadungure, commonly known as “Ginimbi”, died instantly following a freak car accident in the early hours of Sunday along Borrowdale Road, in Harare, Zimbabwe. The 36-year-old owner of Pioneer Gas and PIKO Group was driving his R5m Rolls-Royce Wraith before it collided head-on with three …

A tanker believed to be filled with petrol on Sunday fall down at Festac link bridge. The 33,000 litre capacity tanker upturned early Sunday morning while ascending the Festac Link Bridge. Despite warnings by the Resident and Community Development Associations for people to avoid the area, some recalcitrant individuals stormed the scene …

Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong reacts after scoring his first goal for Watford

Two people said to be administrators of a WhatsApp group used for mobilisation for #EndSARS protest in Osun state have been arrested by the police.   Premium Times reported that Babawale Popoola and Fisayo Aderemi who were arrested and detained since Thursday November 5, were accused of knowing about the looting that …

Nigerian crossdresser, Okuneye Idris, better known as Bobrisky has finally fulfilled his promise to fans to reveal boyfriend’s identity. Earlier on Friday morning, Bobrisky took to his Instagram page to demand 5000 “yeses” on his post before revealing the identity of his boyfriend. However, tricky Bobrisky has shared photos of two handsome …

Salisu Bello, the commanding officer of 65 Battalion of the Nigerian Army who appeared before the Lagos judicial panel as part of the measures to resolve the #EndSARS crisis, has alleged that his men were attacked at Lekki tollgate on October 20, 2020, but did not shoot at protesters.   Bello who made this claim …

Personal lawyer of President Donald Trump, Rudy Giuliani on Saturday disclosed that his client will not concede the election. Recall that Donald Trump has filed multiple lawsuits against the victory of Joe Biden and alleged that the election was rigged. Giuliani at a press conference shortly after Biden was calculated …

The Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, Umar Muri, has been ordered to investigate Nollywood and Kannywood actress, Rahma Sadau over a revealing dress she wore and for not covering her hair in contravention of Islamic canons. The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, gave the order following a petition written to …

A Nigerian lecturer, Dipo Awojide popularly known as “Ogbeni Dipo” has condemned the recent appointments of BBNaija stars into political offices. On Friday, November 6, Bayelsa state governor, Duoye Diri, appointed BBNaija lockdown housemates, Nengi and TrikyTee as his Senior Special Assistants. Reacting to the development, Dipo said such appointments …

American Politician, Joe Biden, officially became the winner of the US Presidential election yesterday and world leaders have been sending in congratulatory messages as it is important to form a good relationship with who would become one of the most powerful leaders in the world. Nigeria’s President, Buhari, has also …

Inspector-General of Police Committee on EndSARS Protest Damage Assessment has said that about 100 AK-47 rifles and 2,600 pieces of ammunition are missing as a result of attacks on police formations in Lagos State by hoodlums who hijacked protests. The committee stated that 37 police formations were attacked during the …

#EndSARS promoter, Rinuola mocks CBN after it secured a court order to freeze her account and that of 18 others

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The US Secret Service on Thursday, November 5, sent additional agents to Delaware in an effort to increase protection around Democratic nominee Joe Biden, who is inching closer to becoming the next US president. The move was made after the Biden campaign noted that they would be making use of …

The Academic Staff Union of University (ASUU), Akure Zone has disclosed that the industrial action embarked upon by the union may last years if the Federal Government refuses to honour its agreement with the union holistically. ASUU had on March 23, 2020, declared a “total and indefinite strike” over the …

The Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has warned youths taking part in #EndSARS protests across the country to be careful of the demonstration.   Zulum who spoke with State House correspondents after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday November 6, stated that the Boko Haram …

Lagos State Government has confirmed the discovery of fresh COVID-19 cases in a secondary boarding school on the mainland.   The state Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, disclosed this today November 6. According to Professor Abayomi, a member of the school’s staff tested positive for COVID-19 on November 2.   …

Six #EndSARS protesters who were arrested after regrouping on Friday have been remanded by a magistrate’s court in Abuja. Recall that BTLSBLOG had reported how the protesters gathered at the entrance of the national assembly in continuation of the demonstration which started early in October. It was learnt that six of …

The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has obtained a federal court order to freeze the bank accounts of 19 individuals and a public affairs company linked to the #EndSARS protests last month. According to leaked documents, CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele filed an ex-parte court application to freeze the accounts on …

Nobody’s ambition is worth the blood of any citizen- ex-president Goodluck Jonathan writes

FRSC operatives to begin carrying guns – House of Representatives Committee on FRSC

A 21-year-old bricklayer, Biodun Owolabi, his accomplices Festus Simon, 20, and an Alfa have been nabbed for killing a 13 yr old secondary school boy, Quadri Olalekan, for money ritual in Ibadan, Oyo State. The incident happened on Saturday, October 31, 2020, after they tricked the deceased with a bricklaying work at …

Nigerian Dubai-based big boy, Ismail Mustapha popularly known as Mompha, has taken to Instagram to shower praises on his beautiful wife as she turns 26 today, November 5. The socialite, who addressed his wife as “cash madam”, appreciated her for always being there for him through thick and thin. According to him, her love is …

A woman identified as Mrs Amarachi Johnson has told the Anambra State Judicial Panel investigating cases of alleged police brutality that her husband was arrested and allegedly murdered by the officers of the defunct Federal Anti-Robbery Squad (F-SARS), Awkuzu Unit, Anambra State in 2017.   Mrs Johnson told the panel …

Actor and filmmaker, Etim Effiong and his wife, Toyosi are celebrating their third year wedding anniversary today, November 5. The filmmaker took to his Instagram to share picture of their wedding day, while thanking her for keeping him grounded. He wrote: “Being a filmmaker and prolific actor 😎😏 can sometimes try to …

President Buhari has solicited the help of traditional rulers in his administration’s determination to address the demands of the youths in the country   The Nigerian leader said this while receiving a delegation of the National Council of Traditional Rulers, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Muhammadu Sa’ad …

Imo state governor, Hope Uzodinma, says he is in full support of the Federal government’s plan to regulate social media. According to him, social media has been used to cause trouble in Nigeria. Uzodinma said this when he received the inspector-general of police, Adamu Mohammed, in Owerri, the state capital today …

The 36 State Governors under the aegis of Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) unanimously resolved to sign the World Bank’s State Fiscal Transparency, Accountability and Sustainability (SFTAS) programme’s subsidiary grant agreements. The NGF’s resolution was contained in a communiqué signed by its chairman, Governor Kayode Fayemi after the 21st teleconference meeting …

Popular Nigerian actress and mother-of-one, Tonto Dikeh, has revealed she’d get into politics in the near future. According to a comment she dropped on her page, she hinted that she’d become a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria someday. Her disclosure is coming after she met with the Senator …

  Minister of Police Affairs, Muhammad Dingyadi, has noted that the Police Commission has no intention to modify or increase the pay of selected cops for the Special Weapons and Tactics team (SWAT). According to him, officers under SWAT will be placed on the same salary structure as their colleagues …

Emotions ran high at the Independent Investigative Panel (IPP) on human rights violations by the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) and other Units of the Nigeria Police Force set up by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) today November 5, when a lady, Chinenye Igweti, shared the sad story of …

Popular Nigerian actress, Lizzy Anjorin, has explained in a new post why she is yet to have a baby with her husband, Lateef Lawal. She however claimed people have been confronting her to confirm if she’s pregnant or not, she debunked the pregnancy rumours and claimed her husband’s injured manhood …

A Nigerian lady unfortunately met her demise after she fell into an elevator shaft inside a hotel in Asaba, the capital of Delta state. According to a Facebook user, the lady, identified as Adaobi Enechukwu, who is a native of Adazi Nnukwu had travelled down to Asaba for a wedding …

Police arrest suspected killers of Bauchi lawmaker and kidnappers of Governor’s elder brother

NBA sets up fact finding team over alleged Oyigbo killings

Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue, on Wednesday, debunked rumours of alleged disappearance of male genitals through mystical powers. He termed such rumours as “baseless and the handiwork of mischief makers“. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the alleged claims had led to acts of arson in Daudu in the Guma …

Omojuwa has apologized and deleted a tweet in which he called Vice President Yemi Osinbajo out after Modupe “Moe” Odele was prevented from leaving the country and her passport seized.   Modupe, an End SARS protest frontliner, gave an update on Twitter after a Nigerian intelligence agency refused to release her passport …

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, Boss Mustapha has told Nigerians to expect a massive COVID-19 infections in the next two weeks.   Mustapha who said this at PTF’s briefing on Tuesday November 3, condemned the careless act of travellers failing …

Nigerian gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi, and his hubby, Anthony Davis, are celebrating their 4th wedding anniversary today November 5.   Bisi and Anthony got married in London in 2016. ”4yrs of being married to this one and it has been fun, though he gets on my nerves a lot …

The Ministry of Interior has released an official statement denying allegations it has compiled a ”No Fly” list of promoters of the #EndSARS campaign,   A news platform, Peoples Gazzette, had published a report on Tuesday, November 3, claiming the Ministry is compiling a ”No-fly” list of #EndSARS protesters. The …

President Buhari has pledged his administration’s determination to end the estimated billing regime in electricity supply.   President Buhari made the pledge via his Twitter handle today November 4. The President said the first phase of one million free meters distribution in some parts of the country is already underway.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451# …

Ogun State Institute of Technology (OGITECH) students have shut down the institution over the death of a student in the institution’s clinic in Igbesa. The student, a ND I Computer Engineering student, Malik Omoty died in the school clinic where he was rushed to following a motorcycle accident on Monday. …

Lagos commissioner of health, Akin Abayomi on Wednesday disclosed that there might be another lockdown if there is a surge on COVID-19 cases. This was contained in a statement released by Tunbosun Ogunbanwo, the director of public health affairs of the ministry of health issued on behalf of the health …

Niger State Governor’s aide, Muawiyah Yusuf Muye mocks #EndSARS frontliner Moe Odele over seized passport

Grammy awards rename ‘World Music’ category to ‘Global Music’ to avoid ‘connotations of colonialism’

Oby Ezekwesili has asked the President Buhari-led government to stop the ”repressive acts” being made on some #endSARS promoters, stating that this is not a military regime.   The former Minister of Education stated this on her Twitter handle this morning while reacting to the seizure of the passport of one of …

Members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) popularly called Shi’ites on Tuesday November 3, burnt the French flag in the federal capital territory (FCT) over “anti-Islamic” comment linked to President Emmanuel Macron.   Recall that there’s been heightened tensions between the French government and the Muslim world over cartoons, which Muslims consider to be …

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has accused Catholic bishop of Nsukka, Godfrey Onah of triggering the recent attack on Muslims in the local government area in which two mosques were burnt and businesses destroyed.   The NSCIA in its petition to the Inspector-General of Police, alleged that Onah’s “hateful and inciteful …

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has kicked against the Federal Government’s move to regulate social media.   President of CAN Youth Wing Apostle Nyeneime Andy who addressed reporters in Abuja on Tuesday November 3, averred that they will  resist government’s plan to regulate the use of social media space as Nigerians have the freedom …

SERAP threatens to sue Northern Governors and NASS over social media bill

Ministry of Interior denies generating a no-fly list of #EndSARS protesters

President Buhari surrounds himself with hooligans and criminals feeding him with lies – Fr. Mbaka

‘Witch-hunting the prominent leaders of the #EndSARS protesters on one hand and calling them for dialogue on the other is contradictory’ – Senator Shehu Sani

Some elderly pensioners blocked a major road in Calabar, Cross River State today November 2, as they demanded the payment of their pension.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#       The elderly people who were spotted seating on plastic chairs on the road, were also heard shouting “No road” to motorists.   …

It appears there is no end in sight to the lingering ASUU strike as members of the union in Calabar have vowed to continue with the strike until the Federal Government meets the union’s demands, saying they will not go back to the classes on empty stomachs.   Dr Aniekan Brown …

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo state has urged men of the Nigeria police force, Edo state command who abandoned their duty post during the #EndSARS protests which was hijacked by hoodlums, to return to work. Some Policemen abandoned their duty post as a result of the targeted attacks on security …

Gift Osayuwu, the 11-year-old boy who was arrested for his alleged involvement in Edo Police station attack, has been enrolled in a private school.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   Confirming the development on Monday, November 2, Coordinator of human rights group, Talakwa Parliament, Kola Edokpayi, said the boy was enrolled into JSS …

Tension in Enugu community as mob reportedly razed two mosques and destroyed many shops during the weekend in Nsukka. The gory incident sparked tension in the town, a said calm and peaceful town which has been without crisis. According to TheCable report, trouble started brewing on Saturday when a tricyclist …

NAF denies ignoring rescue call at Chibok

Past govt responsible for persistent ASUU strike – Education minister, Adamu Adamu, says

11-year-old boy who declared himself as IGP enrolled in private school in Edo state

FG approves N4bn bailout for airlines affected by COVID19 pandemic

Our critical documents are safe – NPA MD, Hadiza Bala-Usman speaks on attack at agency’s headquarters

WAEC withholds results of 215,149 candidates

#EndSARS protest brought home the dangers of fake news – Minister of Youth and Sports, Sunday Dare

#EndSARS protest brought home the dangers of fake news – Minister of Youth and Sports, Sunday Dare

“When you get there, appoint your enemies” Kebbi First lady reacts to allegations her husband, Abubakar Bagudu, appointed relatives as commissioners

NDLEA arrest two men with 16.65kg of cocaine concealed in children duvet at Lagos Airport

President Buhari has announced that over 1million youths have registered for the Youth Investment Fund programme which opened on October 12, 2020.   Speaking at the maiden maiden National Youth Day celebration observed on November 1 and coinciding with the African Youth Day celebration, President Buhari urged youths to end their street protests …

“I Cannot Say The Things Naira Marley Says In His Songs” — Wizkid

Lawyers file lawsuit against NBC over ‘punitive fines’ against Arise TV, Channels and AIT

#EndSARS: ‘The protests of our youth shall not be in vain’- Minister of Youth and Sports, Sunday Dare

Soldiers didn’t kill four people and dump their bodies inside pond in Jos – DHQ

Federal character should also include age, gender and religion – Gbajabiamila

It will be morally wrong not to call him out because of the“ Na we we” or he is one of us mentality – Georgina Onuoha continues dragging Desmond Elliot

Stop giving Governors awards, challenge us so we can sit up – Wike tells journalists