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Global and Nigerian Social Media Gossips and Gists: October 2025 Edition
Social
media platforms are currently ablaze with a mix of celebrity drama, political
controversies, reality TV twists, and viral moments that have captivated
audiences both in Nigeria and around the world.
From the corridors of Nollywood to the stages of global pop culture, here’s a full rundown of the most talked-about gossips and gists dominating timelines this October.
Global and Nigerian Headlines: October 2025 Edition
As the world turns its gaze toward the final quarter of 2025, both Nigeria and the international community are witnessing a flurry of developments that span politics, diplomacy, technology, and societal shifts.
9th Voice of Women Conference & Awards (VOW 2025): A National Movement for Collective Action
The 9th
edition of the Voice of Women Conference & Awards (VOW 2025) was held on
Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja, Nigeria.
This landmark event, convened by Women Radio, marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s journey toward gender equity and inclusive governance.
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“I
Discovered That I Am Not Really Real” - Wole Soyinka’s Reflections at the
National Theatre Renaming Ceremony
In a moment steeped in cultural resonance and personal introspection, Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka stood before a distinguished audience at the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, to accept an honour that he once vocally opposed: the renaming of the iconic edifice in his name.
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Special Report: Iyiola Omisore Declares Gubernatorial Ambition for Osun
2026 Under APC
In a bold
political move that has stirred the waters of Osun State’s political landscape,
Senator Iyiola Omisore, former deputy governor and seasoned lawmaker, has
officially declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election
under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The
announcement, made via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday,
October 4, 2025, marks a significant moment in the buildup to the next
electoral cycle in the state.
Omisore,
who previously served as deputy governor from 1999 to 2003 under the Alliance
for Democracy (AD), and later represented Osun East Senatorial District from
2003 to 2011, stated that his formal declaration will take place on Tuesday,
October 7, 2025, at the APC secretariat located in Osogbo, the state capital.
Themed “Fix the Broken, Restore Our Dreams,” the event is expected to draw
party faithful, stakeholders, and citizens from across the state.
In his
announcement, Omisore emphasized that his ambition is not merely personal but a
collective mission to rejuvenate governance and restore hope to the people of
Osun. “This is not just my mission, it is a collective one. I believe strongly
that together, we can restore hope, strengthen governance, and deliver a
brighter future for every son and daughter of Osun,” he wrote. He extended an
open invitation to party members and citizens to join him at the declaration,
which he described as the beginning of the “Osun Rescue Mission 2026.”
The
declaration signals Omisore’s return to frontline politics in Osun, following
his previous gubernatorial bid in 2014 under the Peoples Democratic Party
(PDP), before his eventual defection to the APC. His re-emergence is expected
to reshape the dynamics within the ruling party, as he is widely regarded as
one of the leading aspirants for the APC ticket.
Omisore’s
campaign is anticipated to focus on themes of governance reform,
infrastructural renewal, and inclusive development. His political pedigree,
spanning decades of public service and legislative experience, positions him as
a formidable contender in the race to succeed the incumbent administration.
As the
countdown to 2026 begins, all eyes will be on Osogbo this October 7, where
Omisore’s formal declaration may set the tone for what promises to be a
fiercely contested gubernatorial race.
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Benjamin Kalu Appeals to President Tinubu Over Alleged Demolition of
Igbo Properties in Lagos
In a
heartfelt and politically significant appeal, the Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s
House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has called on President Bola
Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene in the alleged demolition of properties
belonging to Igbo residents in Lagos State.
This plea was made during the commissioning of infrastructure projects executed by the Abia State Government in Aba, where President Tinubu was represented by the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi.
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Federal High Court Suspends Police
Enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit in Nigeria
In a
landmark judicial intervention, the Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta
State, has issued an interim order suspending the enforcement of tinted glass
permits by the Nigeria Police Force.
This ruling, delivered on Friday, October 3, 2025, marks a significant pause in a contentious policy that has drawn widespread criticism from legal experts, civil rights advocates, and motorists across the country.
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“We
Cannot Continue to Lose Our Members to Preventable and Avoidable Deaths”:
Nigeria’s Resident Doctors Enforce 24-Hour Shift Limit
In a
landmark move aimed at safeguarding the lives of medical professionals and
improving patient care, the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has
implemented a nationwide directive limiting call duties to a maximum of 24
consecutive hours.
This policy, effective from October 1, 2025, marks a pivotal shift in the country’s healthcare labor practices and responds to growing concerns over burnout, exhaustion, and the tragic deaths of young doctors due to overwork.
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Garba
Shehu to Jonathan: You Lied, Boko Haram Did Not Nominate Buhari As Mediator - Full
Coverage
In a
fiery rebuttal to former President Goodluck Jonathan’s recent claims, Garba
Shehu, the former media aide to late President Muhammadu Buhari, has
categorically denied that Boko Haram ever nominated Buhari to mediate in peace
talks with the Nigerian government.
The controversy erupted following Jonathan’s remarks at the public presentation of Scars, a book authored by former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor (retd.), where he alleged that the insurgent group had once named Buhari as a preferred negotiator during his administration’s efforts to initiate dialogue.
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Boko Haram Once Nominated Buhari As
Their Negotiator - Goodluck Jonathan
In a striking revelation made on October 3, 2025, former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan disclosed that during his administration, the terrorist group Boko Haram once nominated Muhammadu Buhari, who would later succeed him as president, as their preferred negotiator in peace talks with the Federal Government. Jonathan made this statement during the public presentation of Scars, a book authored by former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, held in Abuja.
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Who Cursed Us?: Patrick Lumumba Laments
State Of Electricity Across Africa
In a stirring and impassioned address titled “Who Cursed Us?”, renowned Pan-Africanist and legal scholar Professor Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba delivered a scathing critique of the state of electricity across Africa.
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Sultan,
Kukah Urge Nigerians To Unite For Good Governance, Shun Religious Extremism
In a powerful convergence of voices for national unity and responsible leadership, the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, and the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Matthew Hassan Kukah, have jointly called on Nigerians to rise above religious and ethnic divisions in pursuit of good governance and societal progress.
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“I’ll Die With Scar
Of Chibok Girls’ Tragedy” - Full
Coverage of Goodluck Jonathan’s Emotional Reflection
Former
Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has publicly declared that the 2014
abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls remains an indelible scar on his legacy and
personal life, one he will carry to his grave.
Speaking on October 3, 2025, at the launch of the memoir Scars: Nigeria’s Journey and the Boko Haram Conundrum by retired Chief of Defence Staff General Lucky Irabor, Jonathan reflected deeply on the tragedy that defined a pivotal moment in his presidency.
Japan’s Population Crisis: Anti-Foreigner Sentiments on the Rise
Japan is
facing a demographic emergency that is reshaping its social and political
landscape. With one of the world’s fastest-aging populations and a declining
birthrate, the country is grappling with a shrinking workforce and mounting
economic pressures.
In response, the Japanese government has gradually opened its doors to foreign labor and tourism to sustain its economy.
Colombian Agriculture: Flower Growers Fear Impact of Tension Between Petro and Trump Administration
Colombia’s
vibrant flower industry, a cornerstone of its agricultural exports, is facing
mounting anxiety due to escalating diplomatic tensions between Colombian
President Gustavo Petro and U.S. President Donald Trump.
The United States remains Colombia’s largest market for cut flowers, accounting for a significant portion of the $1.8 billion in annual exports. However, recent developments have cast a shadow over this flourishing trade.
Reward for Honesty and Integrity: Governor Okpebholo Presents Car Gift to 23-Year-Old Keke Rider
In a
heartwarming display of leadership grounded in values, Governor Monday
Okpebholo of Edo State recently honored a 23-year-old commercial tricycle
operator, popularly known as a "keke rider," with a car gift in
recognition of his exceptional honesty and integrity.
The young man, whose name has become synonymous with uprightness in his community, reportedly returned a large sum of money forgotten by a passenger in his tricycle, a gesture that resonated deeply with the public and the state government.
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Governor Seyi Makinde's Bold Intervention: LAUTECH Hospital Security
Guards Receive Life-Changing Salary Increase
In a
remarkable display of responsive leadership, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde
has dramatically increased the monthly salary of security guards at the Ladoke
Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital in Ogbomoso from
a meager ₦18,800 to a substantial ₦80,000.
This decision followed an emotional public appeal made by one of the guards during the governor’s visit to the hospital on September 30, 2025.
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Terror
Strikes on Yom Kippur: Car Ramming and Stabbing Attack Outside Manchester
Synagogue Leaves Two Dead, Four Injured
On the
morning of October 2, 2025, a horrifying act of violence unfolded outside the
Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, England.
As worshippers gathered to observe Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, a man launched a brutal attack involving both a vehicle ramming and stabbing spree.
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The Eviction of Ghana's Self-Styled
King from Scottish Woodland
In a dramatic
and widely publicized event, Kofi Offeh, a 36-year-old Ghanaian man who
proclaimed himself King Atehehe of the self-styled "Kingdom of
Kubala," was removed from a woodland camp near Jedburgh, Scotland, by
immigration enforcement officers on October 2, 2025.
Offeh had been living in the forest since May with Jean Gasho, 42, from Zimbabwe, who styled herself Queen Nandi, and Kaura Taylor, 21, from Texas, referred to as their "handmaiden" Asnat.
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Terror Strikes
Manchester Synagogue on Yom Kippur: Two Dead, Four Injured
On the
morning of October 2, 2025, a devastating attack unfolded outside the Heaton
Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, coinciding with
Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
At approximately 9:30 a.m. local time, a man drove a vehicle into a crowd gathered near the synagogue and then began stabbing individuals indiscriminately.
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The Agony Within - A Shocking Case of Ingested Objects in India
In a
harrowing medical episode that has stunned both the public and professionals
alike, doctors at Devnandani Hospital in Hapur, India, recently performed a
five-hour surgery to remove an astonishing array of foreign objects from the
stomach of a 40-year-old man.
The patient, reportedly a drug addict undergoing rehabilitation, had swallowed 29 steel spoons, 19 toothbrushes, and two pens over an extended period, leading to excruciating abdominal pain and a life-threatening condition.
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Shining Star Gone Too Soon: The Tragic Death of Jennifer Nicole Rivas
The
vibrant media landscape of Honduras was struck by tragedy on October 1, 2025,
with the sudden death of 21-year-old Jennifer Nicole Rivas, a beloved
television presenter and TikTok sensation.
Known for her infectious energy and comedic flair, Rivas passed away at her home in Tegucigalpa after suffering a suspected epileptic seizure. Her untimely death has left fans, colleagues, and loved ones in mourning, as tributes pour in across social media and television platforms.
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Atiku Abubakar Signals Readiness
to Step Aside for Younger Presidential Candidate in 2027
In a
significant political development ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections,
former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared his willingness to abandon
his presidential ambition in favor of a younger, vibrant, and widely accepted
candidate.
This revelation came during an interview with BBC Hausa Service, where Atiku emphasized that his interest in the upcoming race is not driven by personal ambition but by a desire to offer Nigerians a credible alternative to the current leadership.
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MMA Fighter Subdues Home
Intruder in Florida: A Case of Mistaken Entry Turns Violent
In Wilton
Manors, Florida, a dramatic incident unfolded when Henny Rojas, a trained mixed
martial arts fighter, confronted and physically subdued a man who had entered
his sister’s home uninvited.
The intruder, identified as 31-year-old Austin Carasani, claimed he had mistakenly entered the residence after a night of drinking at a nearby club.
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Crackdown
on Illegal Schools: Ebonyi State Arrests 88 Proprietors and Teachers
In a
sweeping move to restore educational standards, the Ebonyi State Government has
arrested 88 school proprietors and teachers for operating illegal and
unapproved schools across the state.
This decisive action follows a comprehensive inspection exercise led by the Ministry of Education, which uncovered numerous institutions lacking proper accreditation, qualified staff, and standard learning facilities.
