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WhatsApp To Roll Out Usernames In Major Privacy-Focused Update

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WhatsApp is gearing up for one of its biggest privacy upgrades yet — a new feature that will allow users to connect using usernames instead of phone numbers. The update, currently being tested in WhatsApp’s beta program, will let users create unique usernames, making it possible to chat and join groups without revealing personal contact details. This change aims to enhance user privacy, especially in large communities or business groups where sharing phone numbers can feel unsafe or intrusive. Early screenshots reveal a new “Username” field in user profiles, where users can set distinctive handles and choose to hide their phone numbers entirely. While the move could make WhatsApp function more like social platforms such as Telegram or Instagram, experts have raised concerns about potential impersonation or username squatting. To address this, WhatsApp is reportedly developing verification systems to ensure authenticity and prevent abuse. Once fully launched, the username feature could redefine how WhatsApp’s two billion users connect — making the app more secure, private, and user-friendly.  

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Governor Peter Mbah To Officially Join APC From PDP On October 14

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Preparations have been finalized for Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah’s official defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in Enugu, the state capital. Governor Mbah will reportedly join the ruling party along with several political figures, including members of the National and State Assemblies, state executive officials, and party leaders from various wards and local government areas across the state. APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and Deputy National Chairman (South), Hon. Emma Eneukwu, confirmed the move while inaugurating a seven-member caretaker committee for the Enugu State chapter. They described the defection as part of the APC’s broader efforts to strengthen its base and expand its political influence in the South East. Speaking to newsmen at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja after his inauguration, the new Enugu State APC Caretaker Committee Chairman, Dr. Ben Nwoye, disclosed that the governor and his key aides will be officially received into the party on October 14. The APC National Working Committee (NWC) had earlier dissolved the Enugu State Working Committee (SWC) and replaced it with a caretaker committee to oversee the party’s affairs in the lead-up to Mbah’s formal entry.  

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Makinde Criticizes Works Minister, Dave Umahi Over Lack of Clarity on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Costs

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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has criticized Works Minister David Umahi for avoiding clear answers on the cost of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, calling for greater transparency in the multi-billion-naira project. The governor’s remarks follow a tense live television exchange between Umahi and Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni on Tuesday. Oseni asked the minister to break down the project’s cost per kilometre, but Umahi resisted, insisting that the figures vary across different stretches and that the question was too complex. He described himself as a “professor” in engineering and told Oseni, “Keep quiet and stop saying what you don’t know. I understand engineering very well. You have no knowledge of what you’re asking.” Oseni stood his ground, replying, “Minister, it’s alright, keep dignifying yourself, and let the world know who you truly are.” Makinde defended the journalist, stressing the importance of clear information on public spending. He cited examples from Oyo State: the Oyo–Iseyin road, spanning about 34–35 kilometres, cost nearly N10 billion, averaging N238 million per kilometre. Meanwhile, the Iseyin–Ogbomoso road, 76 kilometres long, cost around N43 billion, averaging N500 million per kilometre, which included two bridges over the Ogun River and at Ogbomoso. The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, a 700-kilometre road cutting across nine states with two spurs to northern states, was launched last year. Umahi recently handed over the first phase—a 47.47-kilometre dual carriageway—to Hitech Construction Company Limited for construction with concrete pavement. Accompanied by the Federal Ministry of Works’ Lagos State Controller, Mrs. O. I. Kesha, Umahi emphasized that contractors must complete projects on schedule and warned that delays or cost variations would not be tolerated once mobilization is complete. Makinde’s intervention has reignited public debate over accountability and transparency in Nigeria’s major infrastructure projects, highlighting citizens’ demand for clear and detailed reporting on government spending.  

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Abia Taskforce Arrests Four Fake NURTW Officials For Extortion And Illegal Levies

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The Abia State Harmonized Taskforce (ASHTF) has apprehended four individuals pretending to be members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) for allegedly extorting money, intimidating citizens, and enforcing illegal levies along Port Harcourt Road in Aba and nearby areas. The suspects were caught on Thursday at Flyover Junction near Ugwunagbo during an operation approved by the Aba Area Coordinator of ASHTF, Mr. Uche Wogu. ASHTF spokesperson Miracle Chukwunenye said the arrests followed multiple complaints from market women, traders, and tricycle operators about the unlawful activities of a group led by one Mr. Ahuama. “Upon arrival, the taskforce, in collaboration with the police, arrested Mr. Ahuama and three accomplices who were extorting money from unsuspecting traders and tricycle operators under the pretense of being NURTW officials,” Chukwunenye explained. Investigations showed that the suspects had impounded around 20 tricycles that morning and collected cash from the owners before being intercepted. They reportedly resisted arrest and attacked the operatives and police officers but were eventually subdued and taken into custody. Chukwunenye reminded the public that Abia State enforces a strict No-Cash-at-Hand revenue system, emphasizing that no government personnel is permitted to collect money directly from citizens.  

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OAP Dotun Endorses Rufai Oseni’s Bold Interview Style Over Seun Okinbaloye

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OAP Dotun has voiced his preference for Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni’s assertive interview approach over Channels TV’s Seun Okinbaloye. Sharing his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), Dotun said: “I’ll rather be Rufai. This is what Nigeria needs now. When they steal, dem no dey calm do am. He is within his ethics but uses a different method. His method, I love. Werey lo fin wo werey.” Dotun praised Oseni for his boldness in questioning public officials, highlighting his ability to challenge wrongdoing while staying within ethical limits. He contrasted this with Okinbaloye’s more restrained style, which, although professional, may not push political figures as hard. The remarks have sparked conversations about the balance journalists must strike between assertiveness and professionalism, and how different interview styles influence public perception of accountability in Nigerian politics.

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Portable Slams Baby Mama Ashabi for Disrespecting Wife Bewaji, Warns Her to Stay in Her Lane

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Nigerian singer Portable has come out strongly in defense of his wife, Bewaji, after actress Ashabi Simple, his fourth baby mama, seemingly threw shade at her on social media. In a voice note that quickly went viral, Portable warned Ashabi not to disrespect his wife. “Don’t ever disrespect my wife, Bewaji. She is always minding her business. She was the only woman who stood by me when I had nothing,” he said. He contrasted Bewaji’s loyalty and contentment with Ashabi’s perceived ingratitude. “She is always satisfied with anything I give her, unlike you who don’t appreciate me,” Portable added. The singer also stressed Bewaji’s central role in his life, noting, “If she didn’t approve you, you wouldn’t be with me today because her happiness is my happiness. If my name is removed from your life, who are you? Stay in your lane.” The tension reportedly arose after Ashabi made a social media post that fans interpreted as a subtle jab at Bewaji. Portable’s response quickly sparked discussions online about respect, loyalty, and the complexities of celebrity relationships. Neither Bewaji nor Ashabi has publicly commented on the situation so far.  

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Venezuelan Opposition Leader, Maria Corina Machado Wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize as Trump Loses Bid

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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been named the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced on Friday, beating US President Donald Trump, who had openly sought the award. Machado was recognized “for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy,” said Jorgen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Nobel Committee in Oslo. The committee described her as “a key, unifying figure in a political opposition that was once deeply divided in a brutal authoritarian state now facing a humanitarian and economic crisis.” Despite being forced into hiding over the past year, Machado chose to remain in Venezuela, inspiring millions under serious threats to her life. Trump had repeatedly claimed he deserved the prize for his role in resolving conflicts since returning to the White House for his second term, but Nobel experts in Oslo had dismissed his chances, arguing that his “America First” policies conflict with the Peace Prize’s ideals. Last year, the award went to Japanese anti-nuclear group Nihon Hidankyo, representing survivors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The Nobel Peace Prize includes a gold medal, a diploma, and $1.2 million in prize money. The award will be formally presented in Oslo on December 10, the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death. Unlike the Peace Prize, which is awarded in Oslo, the other Nobel categories are announced in Stockholm. On Thursday, the Literature Prize was awarded to Hungarian author Laszlo Krasznahorkai, renowned for works exploring postmodern dystopia and melancholy. The 2025 Nobel season concludes on Monday with the announcement of the economics prize.  

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Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Says People, Not Political Godfathers, Will Decide 2027 Successor

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Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has insisted that the decision on who will succeed him in 2027 lies entirely with the people, not political godfathers or entitlement claims. He made the comments on Thursday in Ibadan while inaugurating the zonal stakeholders’ consultative forum and engagement meeting on the 2026 Budget. Makinde highlighted that eligible voters across the state will ultimately decide the next governor. “Oyo State has moved beyond politics based on entitlement or propaganda. The people are now politically aware and will support leaders who present credible plans and demonstrate the ability to deliver development,” he said. Reflecting on his own journey to the governorship in 2019, Makinde stressed that leadership is rooted in accountability rather than entitlement. He recalled facing skepticism because he had never held political office prior to his election. “In 2018, when I was consulting to become governor, there was no yardstick to measure me. I had never been a councillor or a local government chairman, but I asked the people to trust me and judge me by my actions,” he said. The governor urged political leaders to focus on policies and initiatives that positively affect citizens’ lives instead of political theatrics, noting that his administration has maintained a clear roadmap for Oyo State’s development—one that people can evaluate and hold accountable.  

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