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Edo Breaks into Nigeria’s Top Five in Fiscal Performance Ranking Under Governor Okpebholo

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State has achieved a major governance milestone, emerging among the top five best-performing states in Nigeria’s 2025 State of States Fiscal Performance Ranking — a first in its history. The independent report, which assesses how effectively states manage their finances, ranked Edo fifth nationwide, alongside Anambra, Lagos, Kwara, and Abia. This marks a significant […]

Over One Million ChatGPT Users Show Signs of Suicidal Thoughts — OpenAI

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has disclosed that more than one million users of its popular AI chatbot have exhibited signs of suicidal thoughts or intent during their interactions. In a recent blog post, the company revealed that approximately 0.15 percent of ChatGPT users engage in conversations containing “explicit indicators of potential suicidal planning or […]

Presidency Backs Military’s Denial of Alleged Coup Attempt

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Sunday Dare, has reaffirmed that the Presidency stands firmly by the Nigerian military’s position denying any recent coup attempt in the country. Recall that on October 18, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) dismissed as “false and misleading” reports circulating online which claimed that activities […]

DSS arrests man in Rivers after social-media call for military takeover

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a Port Harcourt resident, identified as Innocent Chukwuma, after he allegedly used his X account to urge the Nigerian military to suspend the civilian government and seize power. According to reports, security agents trailed Chukwuma to his home in Oyigbo, Rivers State, and took him […]

Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica: Island Declared Disaster Zone

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Kingston, Jamaica — Jamaica has been declared a national disaster zone following the catastrophic landfall of Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful Atlantic storms ever recorded. At least three people have been confirmed dead ahead of the Category 5 hurricane’s arrival, though officials warn that the full extent of casualties remains unknown. According to […]

Erigga Speaks on Polygamy: “It Causes More Harm Than Good”

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Erigga Speaks on Polygamy: “It Causes More Harm Than Good” Nigerian rapper, Erigga, has opened up about his stance on polygamy, describing it as a practice that brings more harm than good, particularly to women and children. Speaking during an interview with Yanga FM Lagos, the rapper explained that his views are shaped by personal […]

Sia’s Estranged Husband Seeks Full Custody of Their Child, Alleges Singer Is “Unfit” Parent

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Australian singer and songwriter Sia is facing a heated custody battle with her estranged husband, Dan Bernad, who has filed for sole custody of their 19-month-old child, Somersault Wonder Bernad, affectionately called “Summi.” According to court documents filed on Monday, October 27, Bernad alleged that the 49-year-old musician is “an unfit and unreliable parent struggling […]

Two Edo Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom After Paying ₦10m Each

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Two of the passengers kidnapped by gunmen in Edo State have reportedly regained their freedom after paying ₦10 million each as ransom. The victims were among the 13 passengers abducted on Saturday, October 25, 2025, around the NIFOR area near the Aso-Rock Police Checkpoint along the Benin–Sobe–Akure Road. The assailants had earlier released the driver […]