ENTERTAINMENT
Open Up On TeeBillz’s N45m Scam, EFCC Tells Tiwa Savage
The last may not have been heard about the Tiwa Savage and Estranged husband, Tunji Balogun aka TeeBlizz’s marriage brouhaha.
Ever since the messy details of their marriage breakup became public, the once upon-a-time happy lovers have had their fans divided as some believes that Singer Tiwa Savage revealed too much in her video interview while others insist that whatever she said was from a heart that was grieving. Two of the most sensitive of the allegations against TeeBillz with serious security implications are of sniffing cocaine and unpaid debt.
Her revelation partly reads; “He keeps on putting us in debt all the time. He goes out to the clubs with women, spend money on drinks, leaves without paying and the club owner would call me and I’ll end up going to pay.
The last one that happened that I think really triggered this whole thing was that he went to borrow N45 million from someone and he’s lost the money. I just found out. I was in the studio recording and got a call that EFCC is investigating that TJ is in big trouble, that people may hurt him. So in my frantic move to try and suppress the situation no one could help raise the N45m he went to borrow.
Or should we talk about the fact that I walked in on him taking cocaine in my house when we were still living in 1004 then? It was just after we got married and I didn’t even know he does cocaine, only to walk into the kitchen and saw him sniffing. I screamed TJ!!! And he quickly hid it and he started screaming at me!”
Reacting to rumors that the NDLEA might come after TeeBlizz, the Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Michel Ofoyeju in a chat with Saturday Telegraoh said:
“There’s no such plan, I think those bloggers are just trying to be mischievous. It’s simply a family issue, they shouldn’t drag NDLEA into it.” The N45m debt allegation in the no-holdsbarred interview is also one the social media had feasted on with several fictitious interpretations but the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren said:
“The only way the commission can establish such a case is if the lady can give us the name of the complainant. Ask Tiwa what exactly the issue is.” Insiders also insist that Balogun got N2.5m from Remy Martin Nigeria to book for Savage’s performance at an event that was billed to hold sometime in the week, but the man never remitted the money to the singer. But after the interview made the rounds, the management of the cognac company reached out to the singer that it was aware she’s hurting and therefore decided to exempt her from the show.
Details of how Balogun secured the deal despite being fired as the singer’s manager remain unknown. Meanwhile, words have also spread that Savage had shrugged off the mess and moved to a movie location to feature in Funke Akindele’s TV drama entitled ‘The Return of Jenifa’.
Her part in the series had been shot before the fiasco. Our checks revealed that the information is untrue as the singer was already onset earlier on the same day her estranged husband posted the damning Instagram story. Fans and industry buffs wouldn’t need to worry about TeeBillz’s whereabouts anymore; we learnt reliably that after leaving Banky W’s place, he was quietly moved to a friend’s place in 1004 where a psychotherapist and other close friends would be helping him fight depression.
There may also be plans by his friends to relocate him to the US immediately the storm is over. Indications are rife that TeeBillz had been barred from using phones for some time to enable him to get out of the gloom early enough.
We also found out that TeeBillz’s ailing mother who was nearly shattered by the squabbles moved to Savage’s Lekki residence to plead with the singer. Our source revealed that Savage’s mother-in-law was there for three days before she left last Wednesday, May 4.
BIG STORY
Governor Abdulrazaq Commits To Hosting 2025 BON Awards, Makes History As First To Host Consecutive Editions [PHOTOS]
Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has announced his agreement to host the 2025 edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards in Ilorin, making him the first Governor in the event’s history to host it for two consecutive years. The Governor expressed his admiration for the 16th BON Awards, praising the event’s vibrant atmosphere and the engaging after-party that showcased the rich cultural and creative potential of Kwara State.
Held at the state-of-the-art Sugar Factory Film Studio in Ilorin, the BON Awards brought together top talents and stakeholders from Nigeria’s movie industry. Governor Abdulrazaq, who personally presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Nollywood icon Kanayo O. Kanayo, commended the organizers for their professionalism and the remarkable success of the event.
“The BON Awards have shown the immense possibilities of Ilorin as a center for creativity and entertainment. I was thrilled by the energy, talent, and warmth that defined this year’s edition. The after-party further reinforced our vision of Kwara as a hub for the creative economy, tourism, and hospitality,” the Governor said.
Governor Abdulrazaq emphasized his desire for Ilorin to become the permanent venue for the BON Awards, citing the city’s unique blend of modern infrastructure, serene environment, and rich cultural heritage.
“I would be honored to host next year’s edition of the BON Awards and beyond. Ilorin is ready to offer unmatched facilities and an enabling atmosphere to support events of this magnitude. With landmark projects like the Sugar Factory Film Studio, Visual Arts Centre, and remodeled Kwara Hotel, we are poised to set a new standard for hosting creative events,” he added.
The Governor extended his appreciation to the Nollywood stars and stakeholders for their significant contributions to the Nigerian creative industry and their warm embrace of Kwara as a destination for film and entertainment.
“We invite the creative community to consider Kwara not just for future productions but also as a home for their endeavors. Together, we can build a creative hub that reflects our shared aspirations for excellence and innovation,” he concluded.
The 16th BON Awards, which featured celebrated actors such as Femi Adebayo, Mercy Aigbe, Toyin Abraham, and many others, was a resounding success, with winners and attendees alike applauding the state’s infrastructure and hospitality.
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