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 Nnamdi Kanu files fresh motion, asks court to strike out all charges The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a fresh motion before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking the dismissal of all charges against him and his immediate release. In the motion dated October 30, 2025, and titled “Motion on Notice and Written Address in Support,” Kanu argued that there is no valid charge against him under any existing law in Nigeria. He said the charges currently before the court are “a nullity ab initio for want of any extant legal foundation.” The IPOB leader, who is representing himself, filed the motion under Sections 1(3), 6(6)(b), and 36(12) of the 1999 Constitution, the Evidence Act 2011, and the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022. He maintained that the prosecution relied on repealed and non-existent laws, including the Customs and Excise Management Act (CEMA), which was repealed by the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023,...

 Tesla recalls over 6,000 Cybertrucks due to loose light bar WASHINGTON - Tesla is recalling more than 6,000 Cybertrucks over a loose off-road light bar that could detach while driving, creating a potential safety hazard. The recall, issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on October 27, covers 6,197 Cybertrucks manufactured between November 13, 2023, and November 5, 2024. The light bar, an accessory mounted on the roof to enhance visibility off-road, may have been installed with the wrong adhesive, increasing the risk of it falling off during use. The recall is listed under number SB-25-90-001. The affected light bars were installed only on the Tesla Foundation Series Cyberbeast version of the Cybertruck, though owners had to connect the lights to the electrical system themselves. Tesla notes that the accessory is intended solely for off-road use and can produce noise or feel loose in the cabin if improperly mounted. The company has received 614 warranty claim...

 Kevin Costner makes new attempt to dismiss lawsuit over alleged Horizon' rape scene Kevin Costner is making another attempt to have a sexual harassment lawsuit dismissed, filed by stunt performer Devyn LaBella, who alleges she was forced to take part in an unscripted and unplanned rape scene on the set of the Western film series "Horizon." A judge previously dismissed two of LaBella’s 10 claims, but Costner has now appealed, seeking to have the remaining eight claims thrown out. LaBella originally filed the lawsuit in May, asserting that the scene was imposed on her without consent. Costner has denied that any violent rape scene occurred on set and characterized the lawsuit as a “textbook shake down.” His legal team previously filed a motion to dismiss in August, and the latest appeal represents the next step in the ongoing legal battle.

 Gayle King reportedly to leave CBS Mornings next year Gayle King may be preparing to step down from her role as co-anchor of "CBS Mornings" next year, sources report, as the network undergoes significant changes under new leadership. King has been a fixture on the morning show since 2012, and while she might leave the anchor chair, she could remain with CBS in another role, potentially developing her own program, though details are not yet finalized. The potential move comes amid a broad restructuring led by CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, who has implemented staff cuts, canceled streaming shows, and shifted several on-air roles. Despite reports of King’s departure, CBS has stated that no discussions about her contract, which runs through May 2026, have taken place and emphasized her value to the network. Observers note that King could follow a path similar to former CBS Evening News anchor Norah O’Donnell, transitioning to a senior correspondent or other role while ste...

 Lady Gaga’s grandmother dies at 94 Lady Gaga’s grandmother, Angelina Calderone Germanotta, has passed away at the age of 94. She died on October 12, just days before what would have been her 95th birthday. A funeral was held for her on October 17 in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. Angelina, the mother of Gaga’s father Joe Germanotta, was the matriarch of the Germanotta family and shared a close bond with her superstar granddaughter. Gaga’s full name, Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, honors her grandmother, a tribute the singer has said reflects her family legacy and Italian heritage. Angelina was known for her compassion, speaking out in 2021 after Gaga’s two French bulldogs were kidnapped, expressing concern for both the injured dog walker and the pets. Lady Gaga has not yet publicly commented on her grandmother’s passing.

 William and Kate prevail in privacy case against French magazine over holiday photos The Prince and Princess of Wales have won a privacy case against a French magazine that published photos of them and their children during a skiing holiday. The images, taken in April on a trip to the French Alps, showed William, Kate, and their children George, Charlotte, and Louis on the slopes and on a chalet balcony. A judge at the Nanterre Judicial Court ruled that the photographs and accompanying article violated the family’s right to privacy and their control over their own images. Kensington Palace described the publication as a “grossly intrusive article and long-lens paparazzi photographs” of the family’s private time. The palace emphasized that the couple is dedicated to protecting their children from undue scrutiny and will take legal action when necessary. While British media generally respect the children’s privacy in exchange for occasional authorized photos, international outlets h...

5 arrested in investigation of Robert De Niro’s grandson Leandro’s overdose death Two years after the death of Robert De Niro’s 19-year-old grandson, Leandro Anthony De Niro-Rodriguez, authorities have arrested five more individuals in connection with the case, law enforcement officials confirmed. Leandro was found dead on July 2, 2023, from an apparent accidental drug overdose. The suspects, all men, are facing charges of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances resulting in death. A sixth person, Sofia H. Marks, had been arrested shortly after the incident for allegedly selling drugs to Leandro. DEA New York Special Agent in Charge Frank Tarentino said the arrests are intended to provide some closure for grieving families and highlight the dangers of social media platforms being used to distribute fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills. “Whether you deal on the screens or in our streets, the DEA and our law enforcement partners remain committed to targeting those responsible. This is...

 LaMelo Ball fined $35,000 for making obscene gesture at referee The NBA has fined LaMelo Ball $35,000 for making an obscene gesture toward a referee during the Hornets’ matchup against the Miami Heat this week. The incident occurred in the final minutes at Kaseya Center, when Ball, frustrated after being called for an offensive foul, raised his middle finger and received a technical foul. Earlier in the game, he also accidentally kicked the ball into opponent Davion Mitchell’s face. Despite Ball leading Charlotte with 20 points, the Hornets fell 144-117 to Miami and currently hold a 2-2 record this season. Over six years with the team, the former Rookie of the Year has averaged 21.1 points per game, though the franchise has yet to return to the playoffs since 2015-16.

 80-year-old cruise passenger found dead after being left on Great Barrier Reef island MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - An 80-year-old woman was found dead on a Great Barrier Reef island after being accidentally left behind by a cruise ship, authorities said. Suzanne Rees, a Sydney resident, disembarked from the Coral Adventurer last Saturday at Lizard Island during a cruise around Australia to join a group hike to a lookout. The ship departed the island about five hours before reporting her missing. Her daughter, Katherine Rees, accused the cruise line, Coral Expeditions, of a “failure of care and common sense” that left her mother alone and vulnerable in extreme heat. Katherine said her mother felt unwell during the hike, was sent down unescorted, and the ship left without accounting for all passengers. The next day, a search helicopter located Suzanne Rees’ body roughly 50 meters off the hiking trail. Reports indicate she may have fallen from a cliff or slope. Police described the death a...

 2 people found dead in flooded New York City basements after torrential rain  Two men were killed Thursday in separate incidents after torrential rainfall flooded parts of New York City, submerging basements, shutting down major roadways, and delaying flights across area airports. Emergency crews worked through the afternoon to rescue trapped residents as rising water overwhelmed drainage systems and submerged vehicles. In Brooklyn, firefighters responding to a 4:30 p.m. call found a 39-year-old man trapped in the basement of a three-story townhouse. A scuba team recovered his body as floodwaters filled the lower level. Witnesses captured video of firefighters carrying the victim through knee-deep water in the street. In Manhattan, a 43-year-old man was found dead in a flooded basement boiler room of an apartment building, authorities said. His cause of death remains under investigation. The storm brought record-breaking rainfall to parts of the city. Preliminary totals showe...

 World Athletics says 2 employees and consultant embezzled $1.73 million World Athletics has revealed that two employees and a consultant allegedly embezzled $1.73 million over several years, following an internal audit that uncovered "systematic theft." One employee had already left the organization, while the second employee and the consultant were terminated once the alleged misconduct came to light. The audit was conducted under the organization’s new financial leadership team, marking their first full review of the federation’s accounts. World Athletics, formerly the International Amateur Athletic Federation, governs track and field, road running, cross-country, race walking, mountain running, and ultra running, and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. President Sebastian Coe said the organization is committed to addressing the situation thoroughly. “The most important thing is to identify it, review how it was able to happen, and then introduce new processes and enhan...

 Floods claim 13 lives in central Vietnam as rescue efforts continue HANOI, VIETNAM - Rescue operations intensified Friday across central Vietnam as floodwaters began to recede following days of record rainfall and deadly landslides that have killed at least 13 people, left 11 missing, and displaced tens of thousands. The easing waters allowed emergency teams to reach communities that had been cut off, with nearly 26,000 residents evacuated from areas vulnerable to flooding and landslides. The government deployed helicopters and troops to deliver food, medicine, and other essential supplies while working to repair homes, clear debris, and prevent disease outbreaks. Roads, power lines, and schools are being restored, and emergency rice aid is scheduled for distribution by Saturday. The country’s North–South railway, a vital link between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, reopened early Friday after three days of closures, with hundreds of workers laboring overnight to repair damaged tracks...

 US directs all nonessential staff and families to depart Mali  The U.S. Department of State has directed all non-emergency personnel and their families to leave Mali due to escalating security risks from ongoing armed conflicts involving al-Qaida-linked groups. In an update to its travel advisory, the State Department warned that routine or emergency services for U.S. citizens outside the capital, Bamako, cannot be guaranteed. Citizens were strongly advised not to travel to Mali under any circumstances. The announcement follows a security alert issued by the U.S. Embassy in Mali earlier this week, urging Americans to depart immediately via commercial flights. The embassy also cautioned those remaining to prepare contingency plans for emergencies, including the possibility of sheltering in place for an extended period. Authorities have repeatedly flagged disruptions in fuel supplies, closures of public institutions including schools, and ongoing armed conflict near Bamako. Mal...

 Trump calls for nationwide ban on medical treatments for transgender youth The Trump administration is preparing new federal rules that would sharply restrict gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth across the United States. Under the proposals being drafted by the Department of Health and Human Services, federal Medicaid and CHIP funding would no longer reimburse for medical treatments provided to transgender patients under the age of 18 or 19. An even broader measure would cut off all Medicaid and Medicare funding to hospitals that provide gender-affirming care for minors, effectively pressuring medical facilities nationwide to end such services if they wish to continue participating in federal healthcare programs. If enacted, the new regulations would make it nearly impossible for young transgender patients to access medical care supported by public health insurance, building on existing state-level bans already in place in more than two dozen states. The proposals ...

 South African Pastor Jailed 55 Years for Raping Church Members A South African pastor, Sabata Mariti, has been sentenced to 55 years in prison by the Free State High Court in Welkom for raping three underage members of his church group, known as the “Team of Prophecy.” According to police spokesperson Sergeant Mahlomola Kareli, the 41-year-old pastor lured the victims — aged between 13 and 23 — to his room under the guise of needing help with TikTok, before assaulting them between July and August 2022. The court heard that Mariti used his spiritual influence to groom and exploit the girls, threatening to harm them and their families if they spoke out. The abuse came to light after one victim’s mother found incriminating WhatsApp messages. Despite denying the charges, medical reports and chat evidence secured his conviction. The court described the offences as a “humiliating and degrading violation of human dignity” before handing down the sentence.

 Nigerian Woman Says Leaving Her Loveless Marriage at 24 Was the Best Decision She Ever Made A Nigerian woman, Chukwudi Mmesoma, has shared how walking away from her loveless marriage at age 24 turned out to be one of the best choices of her life. In a Facebook post on Thursday, the mother of two said she refused to remain in an unhappy union just for the sake of her children, stressing that doing so would have cost her youthful years. “It has been seven years now, and I’m extremely grateful to God,” she wrote. “I left while still young and full of life. Waiting for the children to grow up is often an excuse women use to stay in marriages that clearly aren’t working.” Now 31, Mmesoma said she has rebuilt her life and is proud of her decision. “I was told I’d get tired and run back, but it’s been seven years — and I’ve never looked back,” she added. More photos below. 

 Phil Foden Takes Legal Action Over Online Hoax Claiming His Son Died and Daughter Has Cancer Manchester City and England winger Phil Foden has reportedly engaged his legal team after false online claims alleged that his six-year-old son had died and his four-year-old daughter was battling cancer. According to Mail Online, the rumours — spread by social media trolls — included AI-generated images of Foden and his partner, Rebecca Cooke, appearing distressed with their children. The hoax began circulating on Facebook, where fake posts falsely claimed that Foden’s son, Ronnie, had passed away and that his daughter, True, had been diagnosed with cancer. Cooke condemned the false reports on Instagram, describing them as “sickening and disturbing,” and urged followers to report any pages spreading the lies. Foden’s legal representatives are now working with social media platforms to have the fabricated stories and images taken down.

 Delta university Rusticates Student for Filming Dying Colleague, Posting on TikTok The management of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has rusticated a 200-level Microbiology student, Ezi Ugoma, for four semesters for filming a dying colleague at the university’s health centre and posting the video on TikTok. According to a letter dated October 21, 2025, and signed by Principal Assistant Registrar Ughwumiakpor A, Ugoma was found guilty of gross misconduct and breach of the matriculation oath after appearing before the Students’ Disciplinary Committee on August 21–25, 2025. The committee found that Ugoma inappropriately recorded the scene of a dying student — who reportedly suffered complications from an abortion — and shared the footage on social media. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Samuel O. Asagba approved the committee’s recommendation that she be rusticated for four semesters, effective from the 2025/2026 academic session, and to resume in the 2027/2028 session. The letter state...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE CREDIBLE, INCLUSIVE NATIONAL IDENTITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FUNDAMENTAL TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT GOALS – PRESIDENT TINUBU   President Bola Tinubu on Thursday declared that his administration is committed to providing a credible, secure, verifiable, and usable identity management system across the board, asserting that such a system is fundamental to the nation's developmental goals.   President Tinubu spoke at the State House during the launch of the NINAUTH APP, a digital, mobile-based identity authentication Application developed by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).   He added that his administration is leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, transparency and accountability in governance.   In furtherance of this, President Tinubu assured that all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) will soon adopt the new app for staff and data verification.   "Today's official launch of the NIMC NINAuth App heralds a r...

 Soldiers escort Cameroon opposition leader Tchiroma to 'safety' Cameroon opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary said on Friday he had been escorted to a secure location by soldiers loyal to him for his protection following a disputed election. Tchiroma had been holed up in his house in the northern city of Garoua since a presidential election on October 12 in which he claimed victory. He did not give the number of soldiers involved. "I thank the loyalist army, which has shown its patriotism by escorting me to a safe location and is currently ensuring my protection," Tchiroma said in a message on his Facebook page, AFP reported. A spokesperson for the central African nation's defence ministry declined comment to Reuters. Violent protests Cameroon's Constitutional Council on Monday declared President Paul Biya, the world's oldest ruler at 92, as the winner of the election, leading to violent protests in several cities of the oil- and cocoa-producing nation....

 NBMA DG/CEO BELLO BWARI REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO RENEWED HOPE AGENDA ON FOOD SECURITY: APPROVES 3 GMO CROPS FOR USE The Director General and Chief Executive Officer, National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA)Bello Bawa Bwari has reaffirmed the agency's commitment to Advance President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda through the promotion of safe and approved biotechnology innovations aimed at achieving food security and sovereignty in Nigeria.  Bello made this known during a courtesy visit by the institute for Agricultural Research team to the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. He emphasized that the agency under his watch, will ensure compliance of stakeholders in achieving food security which will trickle down to good health of Nigerians. The DG urged them to remain steadfast in complying with biosafety guidelines as the agency strives to endorse only scientifically proven biotech  products,proven to be safe for human, animal and environmental consumption.  He reiterated...

 INEC has advanced eight out of the fourteen new parties seeking registration: 1. All Democratic Alliance (ADA) 2. Citizens Democratic Alliance (CDA) 3. Abundance Social Party (ASP) 4. African Alliance Party (AAP) 5. Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) 6. Green Future Party (GFP) 7. National Democratic Party (NDP) 8. Peoples Freedom Party (PFP) The subsequent phase in the registration process involves thoroughly evaluating and verifying the information and documents that each association has submitted. This crucial step ensures compliance with the amended 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Electoral Act of 2022, and the Commission’s 2022 Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties.

 Abia Police Arrest Four ABSU Students Linked to Vikings Cult in Anti-Cultism Crackdown In a significant boost to its ongoing anti-cultism campaign, the Abia State Police Command has arrested four students from Abia State University (ABSU) suspected of belonging to the notorious Vikings Confraternity. The suspects face charges of criminal conspiracy, robbery, membership in an unlawful society, and unlawful possession of firearms. The arrests were announced in a statement issued on Wednesday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen C. Chinaka. The operation stemmed from a complaint lodged on October 27, 2025, at the Uturu Divisional Police Headquarters by an ABSU student. The victim reported being accosted, assaulted, and robbed of his phone by the suspects. Acting on actionable intelligence, detectives from the Uturu division apprehended the following individuals, all confirmed as ABSU students: - Emmanuel Ifeanyi, 22 years old (male) - Adiwo Chukwuemeka, 27 years old...

 Natasha Akpoti: My invitation letter to Akpabio, senators procedural, not personal Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi central, says her invitation to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other lawmakers for the commissioning of projects in Kogi was in line with legislative procedure. On Thursday, Akpoti-Uduaghan invited Akpabio and other lawmakers to attend a project commissioning event in her state — two months after returning from suspension. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who marks her second year in office this week, said she wrote to the senate through the presiding officer for the letter to be read on the floor in keeping with parliamentary custom. “Today, as is customary for announcements of such nature, I wrote a letter to the Senate through the presiding officer to the Senate President to read on the floor,” she said in a statement. “I put out the invitation so it wouldn’t seem like I was celebrating in isolation. I’m a progressive person. Even with ongoing court cases...

 EU Parliament Backs Nigeria’s Economic Reforms, Pledges Support for Sustainable Development The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, has received a delegation of the European Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs led by Mr. David McAllister, alongside the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, during a courtesy visit to the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. The high-level visit underscored the deepening partnership between Nigeria and the European Union and reaffirmed the mutual commitment to advancing cooperation in trade, investment, democratic governance, and sustainable development under the EU’s Global Gateway Investment Strategy. In his welcome remarks, the Acting Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, warmly welcomed the delegation, noting that the visit was a reaffirmation of long-standing friendship and shared values. Speaking on behalf of the European Union, Ambassador Gautier Mignot described th...

 Notes from the citizen engagement in Akure, by Fredrick Nwabufo Early this week, I joined members of the Presidential Communication Team to Akure, Ondo State, on an important assignment – the Citizen-Government Engagement in the South-west. The event, which was held at the International Conference Centre, Akure, was a confluence of ideas, treatises, thoughts, and prescriptions on the development effort of the South-west zone and, in a broader context, of Nigeria. It sufficiently achieved its purpose. The town hall was well-attended, attesting to its significance. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, the chief host; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, the co-host, and representatives of the governors of other South-western states were on hand. Traditional rulers, the leadership of Afenifere, thought leaders, business executives, religious leaders, and citizens of all persuasions were at the indaba. The federal government delegation, led by the Minister of Finance and Co...

 The South West and the Reforms in the Mining Sector    Address by the Honorable Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake at the South West Leaders Conference in  Akure, Ondo State on Wednesday October 29, 2025   Protocols.   Today is historic in the annals of our crusade for a Nigeria that works for the people by enabling us to realize the objectives set out in the last stanza of our National Anthem to build a nation where no man is oppressed, and so, with peace and plenty, Nigeria may be blessed.   The Renewed Hope Agenda of your son, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is the contract with the Nigerian people. It seeks to revive the hope that Nigerians voted for on June 12, 1993, encapsulated in the manifesto of President Moshood Kashimawo Abiola of blessed memory, the welfarist manifesto aptly titled, Farewell to Poverty.    The Renewed Hope Agenda is a potent declaration that those who conspired to murder the hope of the oppressed ...

 DR. ADESOLA TAKES OVER AS GENERAL HOSPITAL BADAGRY'S NEW MEDICAL DIRECTOR/CEO  The General Hospital Badagry has witnessed a change of leadership as Dr. Oluseyi Adegoke Adesola took over the headship of the facility from the outgoing Dr. Olatunde Bakare.  Dr. Adesola, speaking during a valedictory / Hospital Management Committee meeting (HMC) held at the Olaniyi Oladapo Conference Room on Tuesday, expressed gratitude to his predecessor for the footprints he had left on the sands of time. He charged both management and workers to continually and efficiently deliver quality healthcare to the people of Badagry and its environs to sustain the good image and positive ratings of the hospital. He also challenged the Heads of Department on whether they could willingly tell their loved ones to come to the facility to receive medical care, stressing that whatever might be happening within their respective departments is a reflection of their capacity. The new MD/CEO urged everyone ...

 WE'RE BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE MEGACITY THROUGH PROPER WASTE MANAGEMENT  - LASG The Lagos State Government on Thursday restated that the state is building a sustainable megacity through proper waste management to shape the state's future.  The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, made this known when he featured on the X Space programme, adding that the issue of refuse management has become a global narrative, but the State is determined to achieve the best in this regard.  He recalled that the Government, about two decades ago, set up a structure called the Public Private Partnership model, where the PSP structure would be functional across the 377 wards of the state, with the regulators as Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), saying the state had grown exponentially between then and now.  He said the population had grown and was still growing, which accorded Lagos a megacity status, adding that the State generated ...

 A United States Marine is officially charged with kidnapping and S/A of a 12-year-old Indiana girl. 24-year-old William Roy, a Marine stationed at Camp Lejeune, is facing multiple felonies after his October 26th arrest in Durham, North Carolina. According to the FBI, Roy traveled to Indiana to meet up with a 12-year-old girl. Roy and the 12-year-old then traveled back to North Carolina. William Roy is being charged federally with enticement and transportation of a minor for illicit sexual activity.  The case is being investigated by FBI field offices in Indianapolis, Charlotte, and Chicago.

 Nobody can defeat me in Osun, Adeleke boasts Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke on Thursday boasted that nobody can defeat him in the August 8, 2026 governorship election, saying he was not afraid of any federal might.  Speaking with newsmen after facing the Osun Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)!Governorship Screening Committee in Abuja on Thursday, the Governor boasted that he was confident that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not do anything at will “mess up his administration”. He said if he can defeat an incumbent Governor to claim the seat, he was more than confident that the 2026 election will be a walk over, saying ” we will be dancing and winning”  Adeleke said: “First of all, we don’t have any internal wranglings in Osun State. When you look around, I can tell you that the PDP in Osun is number one. We are one family and everything is going on well. So, there’s no internal wrangling in PDP. “I confident of winning the elections because I have performed very well. You ...