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Minister of Works, David Umahi, has issued stern warnings to contractors handling failed federal roads in Edo State, threatening to revoke contracts of those who fail to return to the site.

Umahi also vowed to redeploy heads of the ministry in states where palliative works are neglected, stressing the need to ease the movement of motorists.

He gave the warning during an inspection tour of federal roads in Edo Central and Edo South Senatorial Districts, accompanied by Governor Monday Okpebholo.

The team visited Ujuelen, the Ekpoma stretch of the Benin-Auchi-Lokoja Expressway, Egbele in Uromi, sections of the Benin-Asaba Expressway under reconstruction, and the Ewu-Agbor road.

During the visit, Umahi urged the governor to intensify support for road users and officially handed over the completion of one carriageway from Ewu to Agbor to the Edo State Government. He explained that while the Federal Ministry of Works would provide the design, the state government would handle execution.

The minister emphasized that contractors have a moral responsibility to assist with remedial work on the nation’s highways.

According to him, ‘You have to hold me responsible for the heavy traffic on the highway because the President has given every assistance to ensure that this road, all the way from Warri down to Abuja, is in very good condition. The President has directed that none of this project should not stop. So if you see any of them stopping, it is our responsibility. And we owe the public very serious apologies.

‘I’ve been announcing that the President has directed that all contractors be back on site. He has saved money to pay them. I’m directing them to get back to the site. I’m commending them because they have not been paid even a kobo in terms of mobilization. So I commend them for starting. When I terminate the job, you can go and demarket me. You can go and say all kinds of nonsense about me. But my conscience is before God. I work for God. I work for the President. And so I’m very courageous to do the right thing. And this is very important. And when you are doing the right thing, no matter the attack you have, God will always be with you.

‘One of the greatest problems we have is that we have about six companies. They have more than 25 jobs each. And these were inherited jobs from the past administration. So they don’t have the personnel. They don’t have the equipment to man those jobs. So they go into economic politics. And say, Oh, there is rain. Oh, there is compensation. But I’m poised to address such politics. People are suffering.

‘The President is committed to righting the wrongs of the past. When we came on board and I challenged anybody, tell me any state outside what the governors are doing that has a hundred kilometers of road that you can pass without a challenge.’

Governor Okpbholo, on his part, thanked President Tinubu for prioritizing Edo roads.

He described the APC as a progressive party delivering tangible results, assuring that Edo’s promise of bloc vote for the president in 2027 is non-negotiable.

‘What our administration is doing is visible to everyone. In the past, the State Government put up signs saying ‘please bear with us. This is a federal road.’ But Edo people use these roads, and we cannot abandon them. President Tinubu has changed the narrative, and our people are grateful. The by-election results have shown that Edo people have rejected the PDP and embraced APC,’ the governor said.

October has arrived with its rainy days and unpredictable power supply, but Netflix is offering a stacked lineup of new releases to keep the month exciting.

From spy thrillers and true-crime horrors to heartfelt dramas and romcoms, there’s something for everyone.

If you’re into anime and action, this one might just be your new obsession. It’s from the artiste who wrote John Wick (so you know the fight scenes will hit hard). Splinter Cell: Deathwatch drops us into the shadowy world of espionage with Sam Fisher-a legend in the field-who gets pulled back into action to mentor a rookie. Together, they unravel a conspiracy that could change everything.

It’s an action-packed anime with serious style, dropping just in time for those nights when all you want is to curl up in bed with your laptop.

If dark and bloody themes aren’t your thing-or if you just need a laugh and a little romance-you’ll love the energy Nobody Wants This brings. The Emmy-nominated romcom centers on an outspoken, agnostic woman who somehow falls for a very unconventional rabbi. It sounds odd on paper, but the chemistry, humour, and writing make it work.

Season 1 was a surprise hit, and Season 2 promises to keep the charm going. If you missed it the first time around, October is your chance to binge Season 1 before the new episodes land. It’s light, funny, and perfect for unwinding after a hectic day.

Confession: I’m extremely biased here. If Cillian Murphy is in it, I’m watching it. He’s been a gangster, a physicist, a supervillain, and now, he’s Steve.

Adapted from the novel Shy, the story follows a headteacher struggling to keep his reform school alive while trying to guide a troubled student. It’s heavy, emotional, and a world away from Murphy’s Oppenheimer spotlight last year but that’s exactly why people love him.

If you enjoy slow-burning dramas with performances that linger long after the credits roll, Steve is one to watch. Yes, it’s moody. Yes, it’ll probably break your heart a little. But it’s also Cillian Murphy at his best, and honestly, some of us would watch him read a phone book.

Remember how Netflix had us all hooked on Dahmer last year? Well, Ryan Murphy is back this time with The Ed Gein Story, about the real-life killer whose crimes inspired countless horror movies.

Set in 1950s Wisconsin, the series follows how Gein terrorized his town, desecrating graves and murdering women.

Charlie Hunnam takes on the chilling lead role, and if the show sticks to Murphy’s formula, expect a disturbing deep dive that will dominate social media the moment it drops. If you’re into true-crime binges that make you double-check your doors before bed, this one’s for you.

First of all 10/10 title. This Thai crime drama follows two bank employees who think they’ve struck gold by stealing from a dead woman’s account. Spoiler: they haven’t. Instead, they’re pulled deep into her criminal underworld, facing consequences they definitely weren’t ready for.

It’s stylish, unpredictable, and proof that not all the best Netflix releases come from Hollywood. If you love discovering international gems or just need a break from the same old thrillers, this is your perfect mid-October pick.

Alright, let’s address the elephant in the room: Henry Cavill is gone. Yes, it hurts. But Liam Hemsworth is stepping in, and maybe just maybe he won’t ruin your favorite Witcher.

This season picks up after the chaos of Season 3, with Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri separated by war and hunted by enemies who’d rather see them dead than reunited.

The stakes are higher, the story is inching toward its grand finale, and it promises to feel darker and more dangerous than ever. Even if you’re watching purely out of curiosity to see how Hemsworth handles the role, there’s no denying The Witcher remains one of Netflix’s most bingeable fantasy epics.

The authorities of the Delta State Environmental Taskforce have arrested four environmental marshals involved in illegal night extortion of residents of Oshimili South Local Government Area of the state.

The suspects were apprehended on Friday along Summit Road in Asaba, the state capital.

The task force team, led by Chief Agbari, recognised the marshals engaging in unauthorised activities and contacted Comrade Adim Dikedi, the Supervisory Officer on Environment for Oshimili South, for clarification regarding the marshals’ actions.

Upon receiving the call, Supervisor Dikedi ordered the immediate detention of the four officers at a police station until he could address the matter personally.

It was revealed that one of the apprehended marshals was impersonating the current Supervisor on Environment, prompting further concern about corruption within the ranks.

Dikedi emphasised his agency’s commitment to eradicating corruption among environmental marshals.

He expressed that any form of misconduct would not be tolerated and reaffirmed a directive issued in January, prohibiting marshals from operating beyond 4:00 pm.

He said the incident underscored the challenges of overseeing environmental enforcement and the need for accountability within such an agency.

Dikedi said ensuring transparency and integrity among environmental officers is crucial for maintaining public trust, especially when allegations of extortion are involved.

Supervisor Dikedi expressed commitment to a stricter policy, indicating a proactive approach to preventing similar incidents in the future, reinforcing operational guidelines for environmental personnel.

He stressed that the incident had raised awareness about the importance of ethical conduct in governance and the effective management of environmental resources.

Dikedi noted the popular Ogbegonogo Central Market in Asaba is the only market, he officially authorised environmental marshals to operate in the evenings to assist in the decongestion of the traffic jam always occurring there.

He warned that henceforth any Oshimili South environmental marshal caught operating at odd hours should be arrested with immediate effect and taken to the nearest police station.

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Professor Yemi Akinseye-George, and other criminal justice sector stakeholders have suggested ways to enhance the effectiveness of the system in the country.

They stressed the importance of continuous reforms and enhanced collaboration among stakeholders as a measure to ensure improved service delivery within the criminal justice system.

Akinseye-George, who is the President of the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies (CSLS), and the other stakeholders spoke in Abuja at a capacity building workshop on the emerging trends in the implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act and Administration of Criminal Justice Laws (ACJA/ACJL).

The event, attended by senior officials from relevant criminal justice sector agencies, was organised by the CSLS, in partnership with the Rule is Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) Programme.

Among the other stakeholders who spoke were Mrs. Idayat Akanni (Director of Magistrates at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT); Mrs. Muinat Adeleye (Deputy Director, Prosecution and Legal Services at the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA), and Abdullahi Danjuma, a senior official with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).

Akinseye-George noted that since the ACJA came into existence about 10 years ago, the criminal justice system has witnessed some positive trends, which are reflected in the enthusiasm exhibited by key stakeholders.

He added that the leadership of the criminal justice sector, represented by the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and the Supreme Court, ‘has demonstrated a very positive attitude towards the implementation of these laws.’

Akinseye-George, however, expressed concern about emerging negative trends, which he said were beginning to work against the objectives of the laws.

He said, apart from the fact that the AGF has constituted a National Working Group to oversee the implementation of the ACJA/ACJLs, he also recently conducted a stakeholders’ forum to review the ACJA amendment bill 2023.

Akinseye-George disclosed that ‘efforts are currently being made to finalise the final draft of that amendment bill.

‘We have been assured that once works are completed on the bill, it will be forwarded to the National Assembly within the next few days.

‘We want to use this opportunity to appeal to the National Assembly, particularly the Senate, to promptly set in motion the legislative processes required for the passage of the improved ACJA,’ he said.

Akinseye-George said the negative trends noticed in the implementation of the laws are associated with identified important gaps which are inherent in, among others, the existing weak pre-trial case management system.

Akinseye-George added, ‘It is because of the weakness of the pre-trial case management system that many of our courts have continued to adjourn criminal cases for more than 14 days, which is the minimum standard provided for in the ACJA.’

He noted that although the current position of the law is that no court has the power to grant a stay of proceedings in criminal cases in the country, some judges were still doing so and also deploying the trial-within-trial procedure to delay proceedings.

Akinseye-George urged the trial courts (both Magistrates and the High Courts) to do away with the practice where applications for objection to the admissibility of confessional statements lead to a prolonged trial-within-trial that often results in delay in the actual trial.

He added, ‘We appeal to our courts to adopt the new approach, which allows the prosecution to front-load its evidence in support of the voluntariness of the confessional statements.

‘And when the prosecution’s evidence is front-loaded, the defence is given the opportunity, when presenting its case, to also present counter-evidence to support its position that the statements were not made voluntarily.

‘There is no need to conduct a separate trial from the main trial, just because of the disagreement about the voluntariness or otherwise of the said confessional statements.

‘The judge can simply resolve this issue while reviewing the entire case at judgment to determine, from available evidence, whether or not the statements were made voluntarily and decide whether or not to rely on such confessional statements,’ he said.

Akanni stressed the need to continue to reform the criminal justice system and the applicable laws to ensure their continuous relevance.

She said, ‘We are living in a rapidly evolving society, a society shaped by technological advances, shifting social norms, rising demands for transparency, and an increasingly informed public that seeks justice not just as a concept, but as a lived reality.

‘In such a dynamic context, the laws that guide our justice system must not stand still. For when laws fail to adapt, they risk becoming tools of delay, and in time, instruments of denial.

‘Today, we find ourselves at a crossroads, where tradition must engage innovation, and where the legal system must continue to balance the scales of justice with both wisdom and foresight,’ Mrs. Akanni said.

Danjuma stressed the need for enhanced collaboration among stakeholders to address existing challenges in the system to ensure effectiveness.

He also called for improved adoption of the non-custodial option as a way of decongesting the various correctional centres.

Media personality Uti Nwachukwu has weighed in on the altercation that led to the disqualification of Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate Faith.

According to Uti, both parties could have handled the situation better.

He argued that it’s narcissistic to label the person who triggered the conflict as a victim and the one who reacted as an abuser.

In his view, both the trigger and the reaction are equally significant, and both individuals share responsibility for the escalation.

Uti emphasised the importance of learning to respond appropriately in such situations, particularly for young adults.

He noted that their 20s are a time for growth and learning, and encourages viewers to reflect on the situation and draw valuable lessons.

Uti clarified that his analysis is based on what he witnessed live, and he’s not taking sides but rather offering a nuanced perspective on the incident.

He wrote: ‘Saw this and ALL I COULD THINK OF WAS FAITH. In his own words – IT TAKES TWO. Could she have acted better – YES! Could he have handled it better – YES!

‘A TRIGGER is just as grave as a REACTION. it is incredibly Narcissistic to label the one who triggered/created/fueled the situation a VICTIM and then Label the one who reacted (without hitting the other) – an Abuser.

‘However, the onus is on us to learn to respond appropriately. Las las we are all human and our 20s is for Adulthood learning.

‘This is not defending anyone. It’s analysing what we all watched live not internet clips. Learn the lessons and dead sentiments – this is 2025 , Let’s be guided.’

Erumusele Francis Onotole has been announced as the 268th Certified Global Tech Hero, a recognition that celebrates a career forged at the intersection of engineering, analytics, cybersecurity, and supply chain transformation.

This induction honours more than two decades of sustained professional excellence, a trajectory that began in the technical trenches of industry and matured into leadership that blends rigorous technical competence with pragmatic, outcome-driven innovation.

From his early roles in technical stores and inventory management to strategic responsibilities in import planning, logistics, and operations analysis, he has repeatedly turned complex operational challenges into measurable business advantages, improving supply continuity, reducing variability, and strengthening organizational resilience.

Across a career that began with a highly competitive appointment at a leading manufacturing concern, his progression through roles of increasing responsibility demonstrates a sustained focus on outcomes. He has applied Lean Six Sigma principles and data-driven process improvement to tighten inventory control, optimize import planning, and enhance logistics planning, delivering improvements in service reliability and cost efficiency.

His work has emphasized predictive analytics and real-time operational visibility, approaches that have materially reduced risk exposure and lead-time uncertainty in environments where supply reliability is critical. Importantly, he has consistently woven cybersecurity and forensic technology considerations into operational design, recognizing that modern supply chains are cyber-physical systems requiring integrated defenses and forensic readiness.

Beyond role-based impact, he has contributed to the body of professional knowledge through scholarly publications addressing supply chain innovation, artificial intelligence, blockchain, predictive analytics, and cybersecurity. These contributions signal a practitioner who does not merely apply existing techniques but helps refine and disseminate them, advancing practice across industry and academia.

External recognition for his leadership and innovation, including honours from legislative and academic institutions, evidences a wider influence that extends beyond immediate organizational metrics into community and thought leadership.

A defining element of his nomination for Global Tech Hero status is the creation of ChainNovaS?, a next-generation decision-making model and AI-powered toolkit designed to build supply chain resilience in an age of systemic shocks. ChainNovaS? reframes resilience by integrating predictive scenario modeling, end-to-end visibility, sequential contingency playbooks, sustainability measurement, and human-centered coaching into a single, adoptable framework.

By combining predictive resilience with transparent flow mapping, adaptive playbooks, sustainability tracking, and team alignment practices, the toolkit helps organizations anticipate disruption, maintain operational continuity, and balance resilience with competitive cost structures. The practical orientation of ChainNovaS?, designed for ease of adoption and measurable outcomes, epitomizes the sort of applied innovation of solutions that are proven frameworks that can be operationalised across sectors.

‘Erumusele’s work is a reminder that effective technological leadership is never just about devices or code; it is about building systems that protect people, secure value, and ensure continuity under pressure. His ChainNova TM framework delivers a rare combination of analytical rigor and human-centred design, equipping organisations to anticipate disruption and act decisively. This kind of practical, scalable innovation is precisely what we celebrate,’ said the founder of The Connected Awards, reflecting on the significance of this induction.

This induction recognises an individual whose career exemplifies disciplined interdisciplinary thinking, measurable operational impact, and the ambition to translate insight into scalable practice. As the 268th Certified Global Tech Hero, Erumusele Francis Onotole joins a lineage of practitioners honoured not only for exceptional personal achievement but for demonstrable contributions to the resilience and advancement of the global technological ecosystem.

The Big Brother Naija Season 10 finale is set to take place on Sunday, October 5, 2025.

After a nail-biting evictions show in Lagos, the top nine finalists have been confirmed following Faith’s disqualification on Thursday evening.

They include Kola, Imisi, Isabella, Sultana, Jason Jae, Mensan, Koyin, Kaybobo and Dede.

These finalists will compete for the coveted title of champion, with the winner joining the esteemed list of BBNaija stars that began with Katung Aduwak in 2006 and most recently saw Kellyrae take the crown in 2024.

The grand finale promises to be an electrifying conclusion to the season, with alliances tested and strategies exhausted.

Host Ebuka Obi Uchendu bid farewell to Mide, Zita, and Rooboy, who were evicted during the last live show.

Now, all eyes are on the remaining contestants as they vie for the top prize.

Katung Aduwak, Season 1 (2006)

Michael Efe Ejeba, Season 2 (2017)

Miracle Igbokwe, Season 3 (2018)

Mercy Eke, Season 4 (2019)

Olamilekan ‘Laycon’ Agbeleshe, Season 5 (2020)

Hazel ‘Whitemoney’ Onou, Season 6 (2021)

Ijeoma ‘Phyna’ Otabor, Season 7 (2022)

Ilebaye Odiniya, Season 8 All Stars (2023)

Kingsley ‘Kellyrae’ Sule, Season 9 (2024)

As Season 10 draws to a close, the big question remains: who among the top nine finalists will step into the spotlight and join this list of winners.

Music icon 2Baba has debunked reports of his arrest in London following an alleged altercation with wife, Natasha Osawaru.

In a video shared online, he explained that his absence from a scheduled UK tour performance on October 2, 2025, was due to a medical emergency, not a domestic dispute.

He expressed gratitude to fans who attended the event despite the circumstances.

The singer assured that he would regroup and make something beautiful happen.

According to him: ‘First of all, I want to say everyone that came out, I appreciate you. We had a medical emergency, it was tough. To the organizers and everyone that came out, we go regroup and make something beautiful happen’.

Frustrated by the baseless allegations, 2Baba implored people to verify facts before sharing them publicly, saying, ‘If una no sabi something, make una no talk abeg. This allegedly, I don tire’.