Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur Linus Williams, widely known as Blord, is facing a storm of public mockery and scepticism following his promotion of a new application designed to help users evade upcoming government taxes. The controversy erupted on December 31, 2025, after a video ridiculing his offer went viral on social media platform X.
Viral Video Mocks Blord's 'Solution'
The viral clip, captioned "Blord want help us hold our money," features groups of men openly laughing at the businessman's proposal. This reaction was triggered by Blord's earlier advice for Nigerians to avoid depositing cryptocurrency transactions into banks starting in 2026 due to new government tax regulations. He presented his app as an alternative, claiming it requires no Bank Verification Number (BVN) or National Identification Number (NIN) and can handle transactions of up to N100 million anonymously.
Overwhelming Public Distrust and Past Controversies
The launch of this tax-avoidance platform has ignited serious backlash, with many Nigerians recalling Blord's controversial history with law enforcement. In 2024, the Nigerian Police Force arrested the Anambra State-born billionaire in Abuja on allegations including cryptocurrency fraud, terrorism funding, and aiding internet fraud. Although released after interrogation and denying all wrongdoing, this history has severely damaged public trust in his latest venture.
Social media reactions compiled by Legit.ng reveal overwhelming scepticism. One user, @bzrkartonline, called Blord "one of the most dubious looking people out there" and accused him of capitalising on public desperation. Another, @Adehthayo, questioned the app's safety, stating, "no BVN no NIN, which means your money can move anytime anyday without traces."
The Clincher: Preferring Government Tax to Potential Scam
The most resonant critique came from a netizen who framed the choice as a calculated risk. The user stated he would rather pay 20% in taxes to President Bola Tinubu's government than risk losing 100% of his money to Blord. This sentiment highlights a profound distrust in the platform's security and Blord's intentions, with many viewing the app as a potential conduit for fraud.
Other comments called for his arrest for aiding tax evasion and money laundering. The consensus online suggests that Blord's past legal issues have made it nearly impossible for many Nigerians to trust him with their financial data or assets, despite his claims of providing a solution to new tax pressures.
Philanthropy Amidst Controversy
This incident contrasts with Blord's recent philanthropic activity. Just days before the app mockery went viral, the 27-year-old hosted his annual Christmas event in Ebenebe, Anambra State. He distributed approximately 3,000 bags of rice and other items in an initiative valued at around N30 million. While some praised this generosity, others questioned the public display, illustrating the mixed perceptions that surround his public figure.
As Nigeria prepares to implement new transaction tax laws in 2026, Blord's attempt to market an alternative has spectacularly backfired, reinforcing the public's preference for regulated, albeit taxed, systems over unverified platforms promoted by figures with controversial backgrounds.
