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On Sunday night’s finale, Jason Jae and Mensan were expelled from the show, adding to the tension inside the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house.

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As the curtain slowly draws down on the dramatic finale of the season, only a few housemates are competing for the $11 million grand prize.

Both men, Jason Jae, who won the show’s final Head of House title, and Mensan, who won two times more popular, were praised for their strategic gameplay.

Housemates Kayode “Kaybobo” Oladele and Isabella George have been expelled from the show just moments before the grand ceremony for the season 10 finale of Big Brother Naija.

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As the competition grew more intense, the audience experienced a wave of mixed emotions as their exit was announced by host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu during Sunday night’s live finale.

Both housemates had strong contenders throughout the season, and Isabella’s quiet charm and show-stealing romantic arcs made her a household name. Kaybobo famously made her way into the finale by investing a sum of 10 million in immunity, while Isabella’s calm charm and show-stealing romantic arcs made her a household name.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to the state has been hailed as a powerful sign of Nigerian unity and solidarity, according to the governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang.

Governor Mutfwang said the President’s presence at Mama Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, the mother of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, reflected his deep respect, empathy, and commitment to the unity of the nation in a statement released on behalf of the government and the peace-loving people of Plateau State.

Read more: Tinubu claims there is no place for hate in Nigeria.

Your benevolent presence in our beloved state demonstrated your respect, compassion, and commitment to national unity, according to the president. The governor stated that Plateau State’s citizens “are deeply touched by this gesture, and we do not take it for granted.”

Governor Mutfwang also expressed gratitude to the Rt. governor and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Godswill Akpabio. Hon. The President was accompanied to the event by Abbas Tajudeen, fellow governors, fellow members of the Federal Executive Council, and members of the National Assembly.

He added that Plateau State looks forward to welcoming the president soon so we can see firsthand the transformation and renewed optimism that are forming throughout the state.

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, its vice Chancellor, Professor Adamu Ahmed, described the cost as “crippling and unsustainable” by the management of the institution’s management.

Professor Ahmed stated at a press conference held in his office to discuss the university’s 63rd anniversary that the high energy bill was preventing research and academic endeavors.

He revealed that ABU had taken bold steps toward self-reliance in order to shoulder the strain, encouraging innovation from its staff and students, and pursuing partnerships for sustainable energy solutions.

According to him, the Federal Government acknowledged the crisis by funding a TETFund project that would provide the institution with 10 megawatts of renewable energy last year and recognizing the institution’s need.

We’ve also reached out to our alumni, particularly those from the 1975 SBS class, who are already running solar-powered projects for one of our CBT centers, Ahmed said. We’re looking forward to continued support from outside while taking our destiny into our own hands.

The Vice Chancellor reaffirmed that ABU was established to bridge Nigeria’s continent, pointing out that Sir Ahmadu Bello, the late premier, intended for the university to educate both the North and South without breaking any racial or religious boundaries.

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He lamented, however, that insecurity and poverty had hampered the development of the North and hampered educational growth, and ABU would now concentrate on addressing these issues through research, agriculture, and policy advocacy.

No other West African university, he claimed, had the capacity to spur the agricultural and economic recovery, despite the country’s vast agricultural assets, including the Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), NAPRI, and the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

The Vice Chancellor also emphasized that using force alone to solve insecurity was not possible, and that dialogue, understanding, and community-based peacebuilding were key factors. He claimed that “we have the capacity, the research, and the networks.” “And we’re prepared to take the lead in finding long-lasting solutions.”

Professor Ahmed said the occasion gave him a chance to reflect on Sir Ahmadu Bello’s founding principles, which led to the establishment of the university and, consequently, the entire country. The VC said, “He envisioned an institution that was united by service, excellence, and unity.”

He noted that ABU, the largest university system in sub-Saharan Africa, has grown from its humble beginnings in 1962, when it had only four faculties, 15 departments, and 426 students. It now has 18 faculties, 110 departments, seven institutes, four colleges, and 17 research centers.

Ahmed claimed that ABU had won awards for internationalization and diversity, and that the Times Higher Education had named it Nigeria’s top public university in 2025. He continued, one of only three Nigerian universities to place in the QS 2025 World University Rankings.

He disclosed that the university has also received three more than $ 15 million grants from the World Bank’s Centers of Excellence and a $ 5 million Horizon grant for a project developing artificial intelligence to make microscopes more effective for diagnosing neglected parasitic diseases.

He claims that ABU’s staff and students have also registered more than 30 patents, including those relating to crude oil refining technologies and renewable energy sources, both domestically and internationally. These accomplishments demonstrate the university’s relevance for international research.

The VC expressed concern that sustainability is still threatened by funding constraints, brain drain, and infrastructure decay. He promised to support self-reliance by increasing ABU’s investment in digital learning, research commercialization, and start-up incubation.

He urged the university’s extensive alumni community, which he called “ABU’s greatest strength,” to support the institution through endowments, annual giving, and donations, in order to uphold the institution’s founding spirit of service.

10 robbery suspects have been detained by the Ondo State Police Command in the state’s Akure North Local Government Area, Igoba.

On Thursday, it was reported that the hoodlums stormed the neighborhood, killing some residents and removing some of their properties.

Oba John Adinlewa, the community’s traditional ruler, was alleged to have been able to escape the attack after the suspects allegedly invaded his palace.

DSP Olusola Ayanlade, the public relations officer for the Ondo State Police Command, confirmed the incident in a statement released on Sunday.

The 10 suspected criminals were detained by police, he claimed.

Also read: In September, Troops free 180 kidnapped victims and detain 450 terrorists.

He stated, “The Ondo State Police Command wishes to inform the public about the arrest of 10 suspects in connection with a violent attack on the Igoba community at about 11:30 pm.

“On that day, a group of hoodlums invaded the Igoba community with the intention of wreaking havoc with firearms, knives, charms, and other dangerous weapons.”

One Mrs. Ogunoye Oluomo was viciously attacked, hurt, and dispossessed of her belongings during the course of their violent behavior.

The assailants advanced further to Oba Adinlewa John of Igoba’s palace, where they made an assassination attempt on the monarch.

The royal father, fortunately, was only able to survive the potentially fatal assault.

Adebowale Lawal, the Ondo State Commissioner of Police, immediately directed all necessary operational assets and manpower to the area after receiving the distress call.

The tactical team, led by the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of operations, managed the arrest of the ten suspects.

The suspects had all confessed to their various roles in the attack, according to a spokesperson for the Command, and would all be taken to court once the inquiries have been finished.

Ayanlade was informed that the suspects had some potentially dangerous items.

On Saturday, the military’s intelligence service revealed that troops conducting in-country operations to combat insecurity in September 2025 rescued 180 kidnapped civilians, detained 450 suspected terrorists and bandits, and neutralized numerous others in various encounters.

Additionally, security forces recovered 63 assorted weapons, 4,475 rounds of ammunition, and 294 explosive items, including grenades and materials used to create improvised explosive devices (IEDs), while 39 terrorists gave themselves to troops.

Hand-held radios, motorcycles, vehicles, and other items used in criminal activity were also recovered, according to Major General Markus Kangye, Director of Defense Media Operations, who made this known.

INCLUDE   16 officers are detained by the military for their indiscipline and service violations.

The Joint Task Force North East OPERATION HADIN KAI (OPHK) continued to operate in the region by denying Boko Haram, ISWAP, and JAS terrorists the right to freedom of action during the week ending September 23 to 30. Our ground forces carried out provocative operations throughout the theater in collaboration with the Air Component and Hybrid forces and regional security organizations. Their efforts included the removal of several terrorists, their logistics partners, the recovery of weapons, the deconstruction of their networks, and support for the safe resettlement of displaced people and unhinged farming practices.

In Borno State’s Konduga, Gwoza, Mafa, Gukba, Monguno, Damboa, Biu, and Kukawa LGAs on September 30, 2025, troops carried out kinetic and non-kinetic operations against terrorists. Additionally, they conducted operations in Yobe State’s Gujba LGA, Madagali, Hong, and Mubi South LGAs, as well as in Madagali, Hong, and Mubi South LGAs.

According to the soldiers, who had eliminated dozens of terrorists and recovered their weapons and ammunition during the encounters, destroyed their camps accordingly. From September 23 to September 30, 2025, troops carried out operations in Borno State’s Mafa, Magumeri, Konduga, Damboa, Chibok, Kaga, Abadam, and Kukawa LGAs, as well as in Mubi North and Hong LGAs in Adamawa State.

They also conducted operations in Yobe State’s Geidam and Nguru LGAs. 21 terrorists’ collaborators, informants, and sympathizers were detained during the encounters. Additionally, recovered were IED marking materials, weapons, logistics items, vehicles, motorcycles, and other items. While interrogation is ongoing, recovered items are being held by the troops. ”

Throughout the week, “Troops of OPFY” maintained operational tempo with significant activities in the North-West. Some terrorists were killed in firefights and the victims who had been kidnapped were saved. For instance, troops launched offensive operations in Zamfara State’s Anka, Bakura, Tsafe, Maradun, Shinkafi, and Maru LGAs between September 23 and September 30.

Additionally, troops carried out the same operations in Kano State’s Shanono, Gwarzo, and Tudun Wada LGAs, as well as Arewa, Mariga, and Kontagora LGAs of Kebbi State and Kaduna Metropolis.

While covering the Katsina State JTF Sectovere; A wanted terrorist named Ali Saidu was detained in the state’s Kankara, Faskari, Safana, and Malumfashi LGAs. During these operations, 13 kidnapped victims were rescued, and 46 of them were arrested. Terrorists who have been arrested are currently being interrogated.

The military noted for North-Central that, “Turks of OP Enduring Peace responded to distress calls about terrorists’ activities in some sectors during the period under review. For instance, troops launched offensive operations and responded to distress calls about terrorists’ activities on the continent of Plateau State, Wase, Mangu, Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, Bassa, Jos East LGAs, as well as Sanga and Jamaá LGAs of Kaduna Stae, between September 23 and September 30.

During the firefights, 12 extremists were killed in action, 12 were detained, and 4 were rescued. Some of their items included weapons, ammunition, motorcycles, and other items. ”

During the week, Operation WHIRL STROKE’s members reported some successes in their Area of Responsibility. Between September 23 and September 30, 2025, they conducted operations in Benue State’s Katsina-Ala, Ukum, and Gwer West LGAs, as well as Takum and Nasarawa LGAs in Taraba and Nasarawa.

They also conducted operations in Kogi State’s Kabba Bunu and Omala LGAs.
as well as the FCT’s Bwari and Gwagwalada Area Councils. During the operations,
In addition to rescuing two kidnapped victims, the troops killed some criminals while also detaining six suspected others. ”

Operation DELTA SAFE theater troops in the south-east of Africa stopped oil theft involving more than $2 billion that was worth over $2 billion. 00) only. The breakdown indicates; 13,175 litres of stolen crude oil and 7,230 litres of AGO. Additionally, they discovered and destroyed 6 illegal refining sites, 9 dugout pits, 7 boats, and 11 storage tanks.

Additionally, assorted weapons and ammunition were recovered, along with eight oil thieves and other criminals. In addition to the reported reports, troops on an offensive operation detained 36 suspected and rescued 2 kidnapped victims in Delta State’s Bomadi, Ethiope West, and Warri South LGAs, as well as Yenagoa and Port Harcourt LGAs in Bayelsa and Rivers State, respectively. They were retrieved with weapons, ammunition, and other natural resources. ”