#BBB NEWS| WTF!! WATCH: Horrific Footage Show Two White South African Men Force A Black Man Into A Coffin [PHOTO/VIDEO]

Willem Oosthuizen and Theo Martins Jackson, two white men, appeared in a South African court Wednesday (Nov. 16) where they faced charges of kidnapping and assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm after footage showcased them forcing a black man into a coffin.

According to The Washington Post, the victim, Victor Mlotshwa, was walking one day when Oosthuzien and Jackson accused him of trespassing on a ranch. Before Mlotshaw could run away, the men forced him into a nearby coffin. As one man recorded the heartless and degrading incident, another threatened to pour gasoline on Mlotshwa and set him on fire.

In a short clip shared on Twitter by one of South Africa’s main political parties, one of the men can be seen forcing Mlotshaw’s head in the coffin as Mlotshaw begs for mercy. It’s unclear what happened afterwards, or how Mlotshaw was able to escape. However, with the video resurfacing nearly three months after the incident, (and being removed from YouTube) Mlotshaw now has a chance to pursue law with actual proof.

#BBB NEWS| Michelle Obama Breaks Her Silence On Our Hopes For Her 2020 Presidential Run [PHOTO/VIDEO]

Ever since Donald Trump was determined to be the 45th President of the United States, many understandably scared civilians have tweeted, posted and pleaded for current First Lady Michelle Obama to throw her hat into the ring for a 2020 bid.

The hashtag #Michelle2020 even trended on Twitter for a while after the election results made headlines.

My friends, it’s looking like our dreams of another President Obama aren’t very likely. FLOTUS shut down the possibility of a Presidential run during an event for homeless Veterans in Washington D.C.. During her speech, a member of the audience yelled “run for President!” to which Mrs. Obama responded: “You be quiet back there.” She said it pretty seriously in tone, too, before chuckling.

#BBB NEWS| Former Abia State Governor Orji Uzor Kalu Defects To APC

Former Abia State Governor Orji Uzor Kalu defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

Mr. Kalu, who is facing trial by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over a N3.2b fraud, was received at the APC headquarters in Abuja. APC National Chairman John Odige-Oyegun and members of the National Working Committee officially welcomed the former governor to the party.

According to Mr. Kalu, APC chieftains had been courting him for some time. He said they invited him to dinner at least twenty times.

“They had been on my neck, asking that I must come over to APC,” Mr. Kalu said. “The national chairman always buys me red wine.”

#BBB NEWS| OMG!! Outrage Over Gruesome Murder Of Boy In Lagos [PHOTOS]

The video of a child allegedly lynched and set ablaze in Lagos has caused outrage on social media with Nigerians demanding the immediate prosecution of his killers. (pictured above) Seven-year-old lynched in Lagos Photo Credit: Twitter

In the short video, the boy said to be a seven-year-old was caught while trying to steal people’s phones and money at Orile-Iganmu.

Another report alleged that the incident occurred at Badagry, adding that the child was not the thief but only attempted to stop three men who later fled.

Although it could not be ascertained where the incident occurred and what led to the mob action, the video, pictures of the incident showed blood gushing from the kid’s head as his attackers meted jungle justice on him.

After beating him up mercilessly, a tyre was forced through his head and he was burnt to death.

Efforts to get the information from those that originally posted it on Saturday proved abortive as it was discovered that the information has been deleted.

#BBB NEWS| Janet Jackson Reportedly Naming Newborn After Late Brother Michael

E! News reports that Janet Jackson will name her newborn after her brother Michael, who passed away in 2009 at the age of 50.

While the gender of the baby, Ms. Jackson’s first with husband Wissam Al Mana, has not been disclosed to the public, the site says that the name of the child will “have something to do with Michael Jackson.”

Jackson, 50, is reportedly “due very, very soon,” and is excited to become a mother. Due to doctor’s orders, Janet had to postpone her Unbreakable World Tour until 2017, where tickets for the original dates will be honored.

According to the site, “The doctors said she is doing well and [told her] just to take it easy. Janet is reportedly “relaxing around her place,” and she and her husband have finished decorating the nursery for their bundle of joy.

#BBB NEWS| Police Arrest 3-man Gang Plotting To Kidnap Businessman Femi Otedola [PHOTO]

Three men, including an official of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, have been arrested by the Police for attempting to kidnap a businessman, Mr. Femi Otedola. This was disclosed in a statement signed by Mr. Don N. Awunah, Force Public Relations Officer.

According to the statement, the kidnap attempt was foiled by the Inspector-General of Police's Intelligence Response Team (IRT).

The arrest, the Police explained, was achieved through coordinated intelligence gathering and deployment of technical investigative tools that spanned several weeks.

The principal suspect, according to the Police, is one Ikechukwu Daniel, a 28-year-old indigene of Imo State, who was rusticated from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, for cultism during the in 2009/2010 academic session. Daniel also functions as the Information Technology expert of the gang. He was said to have made disclosures about their criminal activities in the South-West geo-political zone of the country.

#BBB NEWS| Spanish Rapper Sets New Guinness World Record With 24-Hour Rhyme [PHOTO/VIDEO]

A Spanish rapper who goes by the name of Arkano recently set the Guinness World Record for non-stop rapping and rhyming for 24 hours, 34 minutes, and 27 seconds. That’s a lot of bars.

The rapper’s ambitious trial began on Oct. 28 in Madrid’s central Puerta del Sol square before thousands of people, according to reports.

Arkano, who is known for addressing political issues in his raps, also spit about social concerns during his day-long freestyle. What’s more, he only allowed himself three-second water breaks in between rhymes.

#BBB NEWS| Prince’s Estate Signs Publishing Deal With Universal Music

The Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) struck a deal with the estate of the late musical icon Prince, and is now the sole distributor of his entire music catalog.

In a statement, the group said that they are now “responsible for servicing and administering Prince’s expansive catalog of songs,” and will work with his estate to develop new ways to release his music, which includes both released and unreleased material.

Up until his passing this past April, The Purple One and his staff were in charge of all publishing aspects of his music catalog. Through the deal, all new releases from Prince will fall under UPMG.

#BBB NEWS| Man With Bank Of America Tattoo Gets Prison Sentence For Bank Fraud [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

The New York Daily News reported that a 21-year-old member of the Eight Trey Crips gang in NYC was sentenced to 33 months in prison for check and bank fraud. What makes everything more ironic is that he had the logo for the Bank of America- one of the places he allegedly cheated- tattooed on the inside of his left elbow.

The bare chest of Gabriel Patterson, who is the son of a retired NYPD detective, was photographed for his sentencing papers, and cops were surprised to find a tattoo of the logo of one of the banks on his body. He pleaded guilty to copying the account and routing numbers off of checks.

“Indeed, he has even tattooed the logo of Bank of America, one of his victims, on the inside of his left elbow reflecting the pride he takes in his crimes,” said Allon Lifshitz, Assistant Brooklyn U.S. Attorney. “The defendant’s commitment to bank fraud is extreme.” The tattoo of the bank’s logo is the only colored tattoo pictured in the police handout of his chest.

Senate Rejects Buhari’s Request To Borrow $30 billion

The Senate has rejected President Muhammadu Buhari’s request for authorisation to borrow about $30 billion. (pictured above) Senate President Bukola Saraki and Deputy Senate president Ike Ekweremadu.

The president, last Tuesday, forwarded a request to the National Assembly to approve external borrowing plan of $29.960 billion to execute key infrastructural projects across the country between 2016 and 2018.

He made the requests in two separate letters to the President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara.

Mr. Buhari said the external loan, the biggest in Nigeria’s history, will fund targeted projects cuts across all sectors with special emphasis on infrastructure, agriculture, health, education, water supply, growth and employment generation.

#BBB NEWS| Nike Unveils New Special Field Air Force 1!! Check It Out.. [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Nike has officially unveiled its new Special Field Air Force 1 and it’s certainly eye-catching.

A winter-appropriate take on their equally classic and ionic Air Force 1 silhoutte, the sneaker features full-grain leather, ripstop ballistic nylon, hidden espionage tongue storage, and most notably brand new interwoven and adjustable ankle straps.

See more photos and watch the video below..

#BBB NEWS| Ray Allen To Retire From The NBA [PHOTO]

After gaining two NBA championship titles — one with the Boston Celtics and the other with the Miami Heat — Ray Allen has officially announced his retirement from pro-basketball.

In a letter to his 13-year-old self, published by The Players’ Tribune, the storied All-Star revisited his dreams of playing pro-ball to feeling restless after winning the 2013 championship.

“You lay down in bed at about five in the morning, but you just can’t sleep. Finally, around seven o’clock, you give up on sleep and creep downstairs,” Allen writes. “All your friends and family have come over to your house to celebrate — they’re all passed out on couches, sound asleep. You tiptoe around them on the way to the kitchen to make some breakfast. The sun is coming up, the house is quiet. You have achieved exactly what you set out to do. But you’re still restless.”

Allen, 41, also highlighted the fact that he played against his “heroes” Clyde Drexler and Michael Jordan, and admired his former teammates Paul Pierce, Dwayne Wade, Kevin Garnett, and LeBron James.

#BBB NEWS| Kevin Gates Sentenced To Prison For Kicking Female Fan [PHOTO/VIDEO]

Kevin Gates will spend the next 180 days in prison for kicking a female fan during a show in August of 2015 in Lakeland, Florida.

Gates had claimed Miranda Dixon was grabbing at his shorts, and had tried to pull him off of the stage. He had attempted to use Florida’s notorious Stand Your Ground law to have the case dismissed, but the judge rejected it.

During the trial, Gates’s lawyer argued that his client’s foot never touched Dixon, and that the 19-year old was trying to set up a civil settlement.

However the jury disagreed, and today Gates was found guilty of misdemeanor battery.

While prosecutors had only asked for 60 days, the judge decided to triple the sentence.

Gates will also serve one year of probation.

See the video of the incident below..

#BBB NEWS| The Weeknd Is Launching ‘Starboy’ Pop-Up Shops Next Week

With The Weeknd’s third album, Starboy, on the way next month, he’s bound to take over the fall once again with his fogged, slow-rolling alt R&B joints. But this time around, he’s preparing with some cool duds for his loyal listeners.

To coincide with his highly-anticipated Nov. 25 release date, the Toronto singer recently announced that he’s launching a series of pop-up shops in support of the album.

While the details of the merchandise that will be available is minimal, his previous XO-designed goods are probably the best precursor of what’s to come: graphic-centric street wear staples like hoodies, snap backs, t-shirts affixed with his stark white logo.

#BBB NEWS| Ice Cube Teams Up With Disney For ‘Oliver Twist’ Musical

Out of all the places Ice Cube’s career could take him, we never thought the CubeVision producer would be venturing into musicals. Ice Cube and Disney Studios are reportedly teaming up to create a modern-day musical of Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist.

Think of it as a fusion of Carmen: A Hip Hopera and Hamilton (hopefully more Hamilton than the former). Ice Cube will also be working with Hamilton director Tommy Kail, Jeff Kwatinetz, and Marc Platt, the seasoned producer who was behind Broadway’s Wicked.

The adapted musical will fuse all genres of music including hip hop, according to Billboard. Ice Cube and Kwatinetz are also penning a narrative for the new story.

#BBB NEWS| Kevin Hart To Play Santa Claus In Disney Film ‘Dashing Through The Snow’

Kevin Hart is set to play a relationship-mending Santa Claus in the upcoming Disney movie, Dashing Through The Snow, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The recipients of Hart’s healing magic will be a damaged father-son duo. According to the description, the father in the film is addicted to his NYC detective job, which causes a strain with his son, but Santa Hart will be there to help him believe in the magic of Christmas.

The upcoming project is already off to a good start judging by the creative team behind it. The script was inspired by Scott Rosenberg of Kangaroo Jack and currently being written by Rob Burnett, executive producer of The Late Show With David Letterman, with oversight by Kristin Burr of Freaky Friday.

#BBB NEWS| New Music: Pharrell And Lalah Hathaway “Surrender” It All

Pharrell had a heavy hand in the musical direction of the upcoming Hidden Figures soundtrack. Not only did his produce and compose the album, but he just shared two new, key pieces of music from the project.

He rides solo on the uplifting cut “Runnin” — and shares the mic with Lalah Hathaway on their duet “Surrender.” Hidden Figures, the story about 3 African American women who helped Nasa win the space race, hits theaters nationwide on Christmas day.

“Runnin” is available for purchase on iTunes now.

#BBB NEWS| Jay Z And Roc-A Fella Co-Founder Kareem “Biggs” Burke Shocked By Kanye West Rants

Kanye West is a vocal guy, so when he decided to get a few things off his chest at the Seattle tour stop of his “Saint Pablo” tour, many weren’t expecting he’d divulge the state of his relationship with his one time “big brother” Jay Z.

“Don’t call me after the robbery and say ‘How you feelin’? You wanna know how I’m feelin’? Come by the house… Bring the kids by the house like we brothers… Our kids ain’t even played together.”

There has been no official comment from Jay after the rant, however Roc-A-Fella co-founder Kareem “Biggs” Burke said Mr. Carter isn’t pleased with Ye’s latest rant. Biggs conducted an interview with Page 6 at his Reasonable Doubt pop up shop and said when he last spoke to Kanye, he spoke highly of Jay, but he isn’t sure of their relationship at this point.

#BBB NEWS| Suge Knight Suing Dr. Dre, Alleges He Hired A Hitman To Kill Him

Let Suge Knight tell it, Dr. Dre wanted out of a contract that would require him to pay Knight 30% of his earnings, and to avoid having to cough up the money, Dre allegedly hired a hitman to kill his longtime enemy.

In a lawsuit filed by the former Death Row Records CEO, Knight alleges he had a lifetime contract with Dre so when the Beats By Dre deal came about and Apple paid $1 billion, Dre supposedly had to shell out $300 million to his former business partner.

Not wanting to pay up, Knight alleges the shooting at 1Oak nightclub back in 2014 was a hired hit. Yet despite the facility having 37 cameras no arrest were made.

The suit also claims the LAPD questioned a man named T-Money about the shooting and he told investigators Dr. Dre paid him $50,000 to kill Knight. The 50-year-old was shot seven times in the stomach but miraculously survived.

#BBB NEWS| Jay Z Becomes First Rapper Nominated For Induction Into Songwriter’s Hall Of Fame

Thursday’s Songwriter’s Hall Of Fame nominations were a historic one for the hip-hop community, as it was announced that Jay Z is up for induction into the Class of 2017.

This nomination makes the Jigga Man the first rap artist nominated for the honor in the history of the music organization.

According to USA Today, artists become eligible for a nomination after 20 years in the music business. Jay Z’s debut album, Reasonable Doubt, was released in 1996. Since then, he’s gone on to pen for Beyonce, Missy Elliott, Kanye West and Memphis Bleak and has won 21 Grammy Awards, among many other accolades and honors.

#BBB NEWS| Donald Trump Reportedly Made Obscene Comments About Toccara Jones’ Breasts

A former contestant from the second season of Donald Trump Presents: The Ultimate Merger claims Trump made outlandish statements towards the star of the season, model Toccara Jones.

In an interview with BuzzFeed News on Monday (Oct. 17), Elijah Connor said Trump would openly discuss the former America’s Next Top Model star’s body and referred to her breasts as “jugglers.”

“Here’s a guy who owns a billion-dollar company, taking a cheap shot at her breasts. I’m literally standing there shocked,” Connor said.“I think I just stood there in amazement, like, ‘Did this guy just say this?’ Literally, this is like how my little cousin talks, who is 12, and going through puberty.” Trump also admitted he wasn’t a fan of Jones as the star of the show by saying, “Ah, she wasn’t my first pick, but she slimmed down for the show.” Season 1 contestants vied for the affection of reality star, Omarosa Manigault.

#BBB NEWS| Gov. Fayose, Omisore Got N3.8b Arms Cash, Says Detained Former Minister Obanikoro

Detained former Minister of State (Defence) Musiliu Obanikoro recently made more revelations on how the N4.745billion wired to a company linked to him by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) was shared.

The money comprised N4.685billon transferred to Sylva McNamara Limited and N60million ($5.77m) cash personally given to Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose by the ex-Minister.

Fayose issued a statement yesterday, saying Obanikoro’s return from overseas was planned to nail him. He did not deny receiving money from the former minister.

Obanikoro told Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) detectives that N3.880billion was allocated to Fayose and Sen. Iyiola Omisore out of the cash.

He also said he handed over $5.377m cash to Fayose at Spotless Hotel, Ado-Ekiti in the presence of the former Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, Dr. Tope Aluko, and other party stalwarts.

#BBB NEWS| Federal High Court Judge Ofili-Ajumogobia Busted In Fake Hospital Admission Scandal

A Federal High Court judge, Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia, has been busted by detectives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in a hospital admission racket in Lagos.

Justice Ofili-Ajumogobia on Wednesday morning told EFC officials by phone that she was on admission in a Lagos hospital in Ikoyi to explain away the reason she could not respond to the anti-graft agency’s invitation for interrogation in the last two days. 

Five other judges, Mohammed Nasir Yunusa, Hyeladzira Ajiya Nganjiwa, Appellate Court Judge, Uwani Abba-Aji, Justice Agbadu James Fishim and Musa Haruna Kurya had in the past two days responded to EFCC invitations.  Some of the judges were accompanied by their lawyers and were reported to be cooperating with EFCC operatives investigating alleged corruption in Nigeria's judicial system.

#BBB NEWS| N4.7b Fraud: I Gave Fayose $5.377m In Cash – Obanikoro

Barely 24 hours after his detention, former Minister of State for Defence, Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro has implicated Governor Ayodele Fayose in the N4.745billion wired to a company linked to him by the Office of the National Security Adviser(ONSA).

The said cash was wired into the company, Sylva Mcnamara within seven months in 2014.

He said N2.23billion was transferred to Fayose out of the slush funds.

He said out of the sum, he handed over $5,377,000 to Fayose in cash and N1.3billion was received by the governor’s associate, Mr. Abiodun Agbele.

He admitted that the N1.3billion was flown to Akure airport in two chartered flights for delivery to Agbele.

The money was sourced from $2.1billion meant for arms from the Office of the National Security (ONSA).

Obanikoro, who opened up to EFCC detectives however said he is not the owner of Sylva Mcnamara that was used to transfer the funds to Fayose.

#BBB NEWS| Check Out Frank Ocean’s First Televised Interview In Four Years [VIDEO]

Frank Ocean appeared at President Obama’s last State Dinner on Oct. 18, and C-Span was fortunate enough to talk to the Blonde musician on camera. This just so happens to be the first time in nearly four years that Ocean was interviewed on camera.

Reporters asked the elusive singer about the Vans sneakers he paired with his outfit, and also what he was looking forward to while in attendance. His answer?

“Asking Obama if he had fun these last eight years,” he told the cameras. “…And congratulate him, too.”

He was also asked a question about if he was supporting Hillary Clinton, and if he would do a concert to show his support. He said, “probably not,” and then concluded.

“We’re running out of time, I think. Might have to catch you in four years,” he stated before leaving.

Parting is such sweet sorrow. Until we speak again, Frank.

Check out his very brief interview below.

#BBB NEWS| British Fashion Council CEO Caroline Rush To Speak At The GTBank Fashion Weekend

Caroline Rush has achieved remarkable success in promoting the British fashion industry, particularly through organizing the globally renowned London Fashion Week and the prestigious British Fashion Awards.

In 2015, she was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by the Queen of England for services to the British fashion industry.

#BBB NEWS| Ken Saro-Wiwa Jr. Dead At 47 - Family

The family of famous writer and civil rights activist, Ken Saro-Wiwa, this evening announced the passing away of his first son, Ken Saro-Wiwa Jr., today following a stroke. (pictured above) Ken Saro-Wiwa Jr. died at age 47 in London

The younger Saro-Wiwa, who was only 47, died in London after suffering a severe stroke on Tuesday morning, according to his family.

#BBB NEWS| Donald Trump Invites President Obama’s Half-Brother To Final Presidential Debate

With tonight’s (Oct. 19) final presidential debate hours away, the guest lists for Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have been revealed.

CNN reports Tump’s most questionable name on the Vegas list is Malik Obama, the older half-brother of President Barack Obama. Malik, who is Kenyan born, expressed interest in Trump back in July with an official endorsement. “He talks from the heart, and what he says makes sense, he’s not a phony, and I can’t stand phonies,” Malik said to “radical” journalist Charles C. Johnson. “If people are going to come here and blow up the country, then you’ve got to stop it,” he added about refugees.

#BBB NEWS| Eminem Returns With “Campaign Speech” and New Album Announcement [AUDIO]

After celebrating his 44th birthday earlier this week (Oct 17), Eminem returns with a 7-minute speech putting America on blast.

The timing of the tune couldn’t be more perfect with election day right around the corner. Detroit’s rap-god also announced that he’s currently working on an upcoming album.

#BBB NEWS| Bobby Shmurda Sentenced To Seven Years In Prison After Revoked Plea Deal

Just after being officially sentenced to seven years in prison Wedsnday morning (Oct.19) Bobby Shmurda, is regretting the terms of his plea deal.

The New York Daily News reports the rapper immediately retracted the plea deal he accepted last month to benefit his GS9 brethren Rowdy Rebel Flea Montana. Once the gavel banged, Shmurda refused to sign any required waivers and documents.

“I was forced to take this sentence. I don’t want to take this sentence,” Shmurda said. As his frustrated lawyer Alex Spiro stood alongside him in the courtroom, Bobby turned to Spiro and said, “I want to drop my plea and fire you … Why are you telling me to waive my rights? I am not waiving my rights.”

Days before his court date, Shmurda pleaded guilty to conspiracy in the fourth degree and criminal possession. According to the deal, Shmurda would spend seven years with time served behind bars. Today, the judge announced the sentence for one count of one count of conspiracy and one count of weapons possession along with five years probation.

#BBB NEWS| Nigerian Musician 'Smart Maxwell' Releases Cover Art For New Single 'PARA' [PHOTO]

Nigeria's very own Smart Maxwell teams up with South African fastest rising Star Producer/Rapper  'The Rush' for 'PARA' . Coming soon ..

Para para para #PARA

#BBB NEWS| US First Lady Michelle Obama Stuns On The Cover Of T Magazine [PHOTO/VIDEO]

United States First Lady Michelle Obama is one of the seven figures who will be gracing the special Oct. 23 edition of The New York Times’ style magazine, T. The cover stars, who include Lady Gaga, Junya Watanabe, Zadie Smith and William Eggleston, are touted as “The Greats” who are redefining our culture.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Jon Meacham, Gloria Steinem and Rashida Jones each penned love letters to Mrs. Obama, all of which noted her incredible run as First Lady.

From the scrutiny that plagued her and her family and how she overcame it with her powerful voice, to her effortless poise.

“Because [Obama] said what she thought, and because she smiled only when she felt like smiling, and not constantly and vacuously, America’s cheapest caricature was cast on her: the Angry Black Woman,” wrote Adichie. “Women, in general, are not permitted anger — but from black American women, there is an added expectation of interminable gratitude, the closer to groveling the better, as though their citizenship is a phenomenon that they cannot take for granted.”

#BBB NEWS| WATCH: Nas Receives The Jimmy Iovine Icon Award At Revolt Music Conference [VIDEO]

In the midst of a very eventful Revolt Music Conference this past weekend (Oct. 16), famed rapper Nas was awarded the well deserved Jimmy Iovine Icon Award.

After thanking his Revolt staff, Sean “Diddy” Combs breaks down Nas’ influence on him and the competitive sport that is hip hop. Combs, the owner of Revolt TV, revealed stories of sharing jewelry with Nas, and admiring the Queensbridge native’s swag from his kicks to his clothes.

Alongside these recollections, he reminded the audience that Nas came correct during his lyrical battle with the great Jay Z.

#BBB NEWS| T.I. Rips Floyd Mayweather For “All Lives Matter” Comments [VIDEO]

It seems like everyone has their thoughts on the Black Lives/All Lives Matter movements, and those who are not too keen on the latter of the two have no problem calling its supporters out. Take T.I. ripping Floyd Mayweather on Instagram, for instance.

The boxing champion proclaimed that “all lives matter” in a video interview, and well, T.I. was really, really not having it.

“A lot of times, we get stuck, and we are followers,” he said. “When you hear one person say, ‘black lives matter,’ or ‘blue lives matter’- all lives matter.”

T.I. let the athlete have it in a lengthy post on the social media app.

“Yo, @floydmayweather all our past personal differences & opinions of each other aside…. This is socially irresponsible,inconsiderate,& insensitive,” he wrote. “It mirrors delusional oblivion in a way only brainwashing tactics can achieve. This completely undermines & discredits the movements that fight for the plights of our people.” He then adds that Mayweather shouldn’t lose sight of what is truly important in life in exchange for success and fame, because what he truly is, is a leader. Read details below...

#BBB NEWS| New Music: Maroon 5 Feat. Kendrick Lamar - ‘Don’t Wanna Know’

Maroon 5 sounds like they will burning up the Billboard chart with a new Kendrick Lamar-assisted single. Fresh off its world premiere, the pop group’s new love song, “Don’t Wanna know” finds the Compton rapper putting everything on the table during a hypothetical argument with his ex.

Kendrick Lamar isn’t afraid to dip his foot in the pop pool. He’s done features for Taylor Swift, Imagine Dragons and now Maroon 5.

Check out ‘Don’t Wanna Know’ Below..

#BBB NEWS| Gabrielle Union Sues BET Over ‘Being Mary Jane’ Contract

Gabrielle Union is suing BET over the hit series, Being Mary Jane.  According to The Hollywood Reporter, Union filed suit in a Los Angeles Superior Court Tuesday (Oct. 11), accusing the cable network of combining two seasons in an attempt to “fraudulently extend” her contract without paying for the work.

The suit states that a BET representative “assured” Union that the network would “never produce more than 13 episodes per season,” which would allow her time to work on other projects.

“BET now wants to shoot 20 episodes of the series back-to-back and cram all of the episodes into a single season in order to fraudulently extend the term of Ms. Union’s contract, with no additional consideration, and to deprive Ms. Union of her agreed-upon compensation for the next two seasons of Being Mary Jane,” the suit states. “It is outrageous that BET would treat one of its biggest stars in this manner after all she has done to support the network and contribute to its success.”

Furthermore, the 42-year-old actress claims that she wasn’t told about the schedule until a week before principal photography began on the latest season.

#BBB NEWS| Suicide Bomber Kills 8, Injures 10 In Maiduguri

At least eight people were killed and ten wounded, on Tuesday, when a bomb carried by a suspected Boko Haram suicide bomber went off on a highway in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. pictured above (Scene of Muna garage bombing Photo Credit: NEMA/PR Nigeria.

The attacker was said to have driven a Volkswagen Golf car to the  Muna Garage Market along Gamboru-Ngala Road at about 8:09 am.

Rescue workers informed source that the dead have been moved to the Borno State Specialist Hospital in Maiduguri, while the wounded are currently receiving treatment in the same hospital.

Eyewitnesses explained that the driver brought four women and a child to the garage before the bomb exploded at the back seat of the car.

#BBB NEWS| Drake Breaks Michael Jackson’s Record For Most AMA Nominations

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying that Drake had a stellar 2016. The Views musician is up for 13 American Music Award nominations, breaking Michael Jackson’s 32-year record for the most nominations for an artist in a single year (he had 11 nominations in 1984).

Drizzy is up for categories such as Artist of the Year, Favorite Male Artist, Favorite Album, Favorite Rap Artist, Favorite Rap Song and Favorite R&B song. If he wins in any category, it will be the first American Music Award of his career.

#BBB NEWS| Condoleezza Rice On Donald Trump’s Campaign: “He Should Withdraw”

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice took to social media to voice her disdain with Republican Presidential nominee, Donald Trump. Rice, a Republican who served under George W. Bush, said that Trump doesn’t have the “dignity” or “stature” to hold office.

“Enough! Donald Trump should not be President,” she wrote on her Facebook page. “He should withdraw. As a Republican, I hope to support someone who has the dignity and stature to run for the highest office in the greatest democracy on earth.” Hit the jump for details...

#BBB NEWS| WATCH: Jimmy Fallon Imagines A Phone Coversation Between Donald Trump And Madea [PHOTO/VIDEO]

Here’s some comedic relief to carry you through the weekend. Earlier this week on Jimmy Fallon’s late night show, the host decided to reprise his impression of Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump.

In a skit where Trump calls up undecided voters, Fallon imagined what a phone conversation would be like if none other than Madea (played by Tyler Perry), was on the other end of the line.

“What is your biggest concern this election?” he asks. “You, you’re my biggest concern this election,” Madea said to laughter. Moving along with a spot on imitation, “Trump” asks Madea if there’s any sort of agreement with his absurd plan to build a wall between Mexico and the U.S.

“I’m all for that. I think you should build a wall,” Madea said to his liking. “You should have a tall wall in a circle around Trump Towers so that I can lock your a** up.”

To seal the convo, Trump decides to ask the fictional character if he can count on that vote in November. “Ain’t no Black people voting for you Donald, don’t you understand that?” was Madea’s blunt response.

Ahead of Sunday night’s real life debate between Trump and Hillary Clinton, check out Fallon’s skit below..

#BBB NEWS| What We Found In Arrested Judges' Homes - DSS [PHOTOS]

The Department of State Services (DSS) has explained that the judges of the Supreme, Appeal and High Courts it arrested in the past few days were found to possess huge sums of raw cash at home and own choice properties.

The DSS, which claimed to have carried out  special sting operations on the judges, made the explanation in a statement circulated to the media.

According to the statement, signed by Abdullahi Garba, the operations leading to the arrest of the judges were informed by allegations of corruption and other acts of professional misconduct by a few of the suspected judges, who are alleged to be living ostentatiously.

The DSS maintained that the operations constitute a part of its mandate. "The Service action is in line with its core mandate, as we have been monitoring the expensive and luxurious lifestyle of some of the judges as well as complaints from the concerned public over judgment obtained fraudulently and on the basis amounts of money paid," the statement explained.

#BBB NEWS| Wole Soyinka Completes Scholar Residency At New York University

Renowned Nigerian playwright and Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka finished a Scholar-in-Residence at New York University in the United States this week. NYU’s Institute of African American Affairs hosted Mr. Soyinka as for a series of discussions between October 3rd and October 7th on Negritudism and Afropolitianism. (pictured above) Wole Soyinka, Scholar-in-Residence at NYU

Awam Amkpa, Professor of Drama and Africana Studies at NYU, and a former student of Mr. Soyinka in Nigeria, introduced and guided the scholar throughout the week and moderated some sessions.

Mr. Soyinka’s main lecture, “Negritude By Any Other Name”, emphasized the role African intellectuals and their voices in the need to address continental challenges like terrorism, migration, religious absolutism and their consequences. He also addressed how artists can be a conduit to solve these issues.

The following day, Tuesday October 4th, saw Mr. Soyinka participate in an imagined dialogue between his work and the late Senegalese intellectual Leopold Seder Senghor on the application of Negritude ideas. The conversation, through a film directed by Manthia Diawara, was followed up on a Q&A session between Mr. Soyinka, Mr. Diawara, and eminent historian of Africa at NYU Frederick Cooper.

#BBB NEWS| Death Toll In Haiti Rises To 870 After Hurricane Matthew, Reports State [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Following the destructive aftermath of Hurricane Matthew in Haiti, the number of lives lost to the storm continues to increase.

According to Reuters, nearly 900 people have died partly due to fallen debris and the resurgence of the cholera disease. Thousands have been left homeless and without access to food and clean water. The site adds that dozens of people are missing.

#BBB NEWS| Check Out Tupac’s Personal Bible Which Could Be Yours For $54K [PHOTO]

Another piece of Tupac memorabilia could be yours — for the right price. The deceased rap legend’s signed Bible has a $54,000 sales tag, courtesy of the memorabilia company Moments in Time.

Pac used said Bible during the nine months that he spent at the Clinton Correction Facility on sexual assault charges in 1995. Besides a signature, the Bible comes complete with his inmate identification number.

Moments in Time received the Bible from one of Pac’s family members, but the auction isn’t tied to his estate, TMZ reports. However, the family will reportedly receive most of the money from the sale.

Additional Pac belongings that have gone up for sale recently, include a handwritten letter to his high-school girlfriend.

See photos of the Bible and Pac signature below.

#BBB NEWS| WATCH: Emeli Sandé Makes Triumphant Return With Heartfelt Visuals For “Hurts” [COVER ART/VIDEO]

Emeli Sandé has learned a lot about love and relationships since dropping her glowing debut, Our Version Of Events in 2014. Wiser and stronger than ever, the singer has returned with “Hurts,” a powerful ballad with an epic video to match.

The single comes from her new album, Long Live The Angels which is set to release on Nov. 11. In a statement, Sandé says the album is an exploration of her journey in the music industry, love and the surprises life gives us. “This entire album is about me not holding back and not censoring myself, and ‘Hurts’ is an explosion, it’s just…real talk,” she said.

Her absence from the industry didn’t go unnoticed. After selling over 4 million albums from her debut album in the U.S., she nearly duplicated the feat in the U.K, where it was certified 7x platinum.

The Scottish soul-pop singer also made history by topping The Beatles record of the longest time spent on Britan’s top 10 with Our Version Of Events resting on the chart for 63 consecutive weeks. The imploding success was too much for the single to handle, hence her departure. Now that she’s back, the singer has a new outlook on life. “I’m proud of my first album and thankful for the experiences it gave me,” Sandé said. “But I’m so much happier with my new album and with where I am in life.”

Take a look at the album art, tracklist and visuals for “Hurts” below.

#BBB NEWS| James Bond Originally Inspired By A Dominican Diplomat? [DETAILS]

Would you have ever guessed that the inspiration behind 007’s James Bond was a Dominican man? Probably not, especially given the controversy that came after the idea of possibly having the first black 007.

Lawyer and historian, Daniel J. Voelker, aims to prove otherwise in a new article he penned, Will The Real James Bond Please Stand Up, which states that the Dominican socialite, Porfirio Rubirosa, was Ian Fleming’s muse for creating the world renowned Bond.

Rubirosa, also known as Rubi, was a Dominican diplomat during Trujillo’s dictatorship. He was also a prominent ladies’ man, and married a slew of high profile women, including: Trujillo’s daughter and French actresses Danielle Darrieux, Odile Rudin, Doris Duke and Barbara Hutton, according to The New York Times. He was known as a classic man with an affinity for the finer things in life—like fast cars, and always having lavish club nights accompanied by Frank Sinatra and Aly Khan.

#BBB NEWS| WATCH: Martin Lawrence Discusses Possible ‘Bad Boys 3′ Movie [VIDEO]

In 1995, the comedic acting duo of Martin Lawrence and Will Smith teamed up to premiere the action-packed flick, Bad Boys. A few years later, a sequel debuted in 2003 to fanfare.

Now, it looks like talks of the film’s third installment is highly likely, at least according to Lawrence. The revered funnyman stopped by Jimmy Kimmel on Thursday (Oct. 6), to discuss the film’s likelihood.

“We’re looking towards maybe March or so, hopefully,” he said. “I don’t think there’s a holdout, it’s just a matter of getting the script right and everything and just doing it at the right time.”

View his full segment below.

#BBB NEWS| Nas, A$AP Rocky, And Jennifer Hudson To Star In Film Adaptation Of Novel By Walter Dean Myers

Nas, A$AP Rocky, and Jennifer Hudson are set to star in the upcoming film, Monster, based off the 1999 novel by Walter Dean Myers.

According to Deadline, the film is a partnership effort between John Legend’s Get Lifted Productions, Bron Studios, and Tonika Productions.

The plot involves a teenage honor students, Steve Harmon (changed to Harrison in the film), wrongfully accused of murder, and his journey through trial.

#BBB NEWS| WATCH: Bruno Mars Returns With Funkadelic Gold On “24K Magic” [PHOTO/VIDEO]

Earlier this week, Bruno Mars promised his fans a new song after a four-year hiatus. On the eve of Friday (Oct. 7), to the dismay of his faithful listeners, the part Boricua, part Filipino singer retracted his original plan to release the highly-anticipated track.

Ugghh..About that single tonight. Been a rough week, exhausted. Also, gotta pick a friend up from the airport early tmrw. Rain check???

— Bruno Mars (@BrunoMars) October 7, 2016

#BBB NEWS| WATCH: Wiz Khalifa And Conan O’Brien Got High And Played Video Games Together [PHOTO/VIDEO]

On Conan O’Brien’s talk show segment “Clueless Gamer,” the late-night host brought on rapper Wiz Khalifa to teach him how to play the third-person shooter game, Gears Of War 4.

“This is one of the most intense, violent, brutal and disturbing games out there,” the comedian began with. “So I wanted to bring someone in who could help mellow out the vibe a little bit.”

“I got a little bit of chill to give, man,” said the Taylor Gang MC, blunt clear in hand, while O’Brien looks on. Later on, Wiz says that he rolled one up for Conan, which at first he saves, but then he ends up lighting it after becoming bored with a gaming expert’s story about the game.

Of course, hilarity ensues as the two start to play the game while high. Wiz complains about his gun being too big, Conan accidentally shoots Wiz’ player in the back of the head and they marvel at the graphics in the game, comparing the woods scene to a Bob Ross painting. Conan ends up getting so high that he eats a bowl of potato salad. It has to be seen to be believed.

Check it out below..