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Kim Kardashian
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Kim Kardashian Reveals Co-Parenting Struggles with Kanye West: “I Raise the Kids Full-Time”

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Kim Kardashian is speaking out about the real challenges of co-parenting with her ex-husband, Kanye West. During a recent appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast, the 44-year-old mom of four opened up about raising North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm with the rapper following their 2021 divorce. When host Alex Cooper asked about co-parenting with Ye, Kim didn’t sugarcoat it. “It’s not easy. But I mean, I raise the kids full-time. They live with me. I welcome a great, healthy relationship between my kids and their dad, and I think he knows that.” Kim explained she constantly encourages her children’s bond with their father while stepping in to protect them when necessary. “I push for it all the time, but I also protect them when it’s time for that. It goes in waves and phases, and it’s a lot of work.” When asked about Ye’s last visit with the kids, Kim revealed it’s been a while. “Whenever he’ll call for them and ask. It’s probably been a couple of months since we’ve heard from him.” She said the children understand their dad’s demanding lifestyle keeps him traveling. “They always knew he had a big life, traveling around the world, living in different countries, and we managed it really well. They love their life, their routine, and their schedule. My job as their mom is to make sure they stick to that and stay healthy and happy.” Kim pushed back hard against claims she keeps the children from their father. “The one thing that gets me is this narrative that I keep the kids from him. I’ve never once done that. There have been so many times where I’ve begged him to hang out with them. Then I wake up to tweets saying I’ve kidnapped the kids, and I’m like, it’s not kidnapping, it’s a divorce. We can still all be in each other’s lives.” While Kim says she’s always open to visits, she sets boundaries when situations feel unhealthy. “I’ll say, ‘Let’s do it here at my house,’ or ‘Let’s figure out a different time.’ But when he’s in that space, he often doesn’t want to see the kids anyway. It always kind of works itself out.” She stressed that she’s never denied the children visits to Saudi Arabia, Japan, or anywhere else Ye has asked to see them. “I’ve never once denied it. That narrative really sucks for me. I could show the texts and receipts, but I’m not the girl who’s going to fight online.” Kim wrapped up by saying she prioritizes keeping things peaceful for her kids, despite the public narrative being far from reality.

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U.S. Strips Visas from 6 Foreigners Who Celebrated Charlie Kirk’s Death Online

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The U.S. government has canceled the visas of six foreign nationals who posted on social media celebrating or defending the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The State Department announced on X that America “has no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans,” making it clear the six individuals are banned from entering the country. The people involved are from South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, Paraguay, Germany, and Argentina. Each reportedly posted comments mocking or cheering Kirk’s death. One person from Argentina allegedly wrote that Kirk “deserved to burn in hell,” while someone from South Africa mocked Americans grieving him. Others called the late activist “a racist” and “a misogynist,” with one saying he “died too late.” All six have now lost their U.S. visas. This comes just days after former President Donald Trump gave Kirk—the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA—the Presidential Medal of Freedom after his death, calling him “a martyr for truth.” Kirk’s death has triggered heated arguments online. His supporters see him as a bold conservative voice, while critics point to his controversial track record. The State Department said it will keep monitoring visa holders who use social media to promote or celebrate violence against Americans. “Aliens who take advantage of America’s hospitality while celebrating the assassination of our citizens will be removed,” the Department said.

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Verydarkman Promises to Crash Nigeria’s Gadget Prices After China Trip

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Verydarkman is making waves again, this time promising to shake up Nigeria’s gadget market after his trip to China. In a video that’s gone viral, the social media activist called out Nigerian gadget dealers for ripping off customers with crazy markups. He claims many sellers buy products cheap from China but resell them at five times the original price back home. “A lot of una wey dey for gadget business, make una just dey pray,” he warned. “Power bank of ₦36,000 for Nigeria na ₦6,000 for here. Original charger wey dem dey sell ₦15,000, na just ₦1,200 for China.” He also went after the whole “Chinese products are fake” narrative, pointing out that most “UK-used” phones sold in Nigeria actually come from China anyway. He questioned how dealers claim to import massive quantities of used phones from the UK when the country has a smaller population and tighter trade rules. Verydarkman accused retailers of hiding behind fancy branding and lies to justify their massive markups. “Una don milk Nigerians too much,” he said. “This exploitation must stop. Once I return, gadgets go cheap.” His comments have Nigerians talking. Many agree that electronics are ridiculously overpriced, though some doubt he can actually change anything in a market weighed down by import duties, taxes, and shipping costs.

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Zicsaloma On Cosmetic Surgery, Tells Fans: “If You Can Afford It, Do It”

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Nigerian comedian Zicsaloma is getting people talking after revealing he had nose surgery and telling his followers they should consider cosmetic procedures too if they can afford them. The content creator, whose real name is Isaac Aloma, posted on Instagram that he got a rhinoplasty to change his facial features, and says it’s made him way more confident. Zicsaloma opened up about how his appearance held him back in the entertainment industry, making him feel insecure and costing him opportunities. “Some people lost chances in life just because of how they looked,” he wrote. “If you can afford cosmetic surgery and it will make you feel better, do it.” His post blew up online with reactions all over the place. Many fans praised him for being honest and helping normalize discussions about body image and self-confidence. But others slammed him for “promoting vanity” and pushing unrealistic beauty standards. Zicsaloma isn’t backing down though. He defended his choice, saying there’s nothing wrong with wanting to improve yourself, whether that’s physical or mental. “Confidence is key in this industry,” he said, adding that he finally feels comfortable and happy with how he looks. The comedian even mentioned he might get other minor facial procedures down the line.

Nkechi Blessing
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Nkechi Blessing Dunks ₦3M iPhone 17 Pro Max in Water After Being Called Out Online

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Social media exploded this week when Nkechi Blessing, a dedicated Apple fan, dropped her brand-new iPhone 17 Pro Max into water to shut down critics questioning if her phone was real. The video shows her confidently dunking the ₦3 million device after people accused her of showing off a fake or refurbished model. Seconds later, she pulled it out, proved it was still working, and announced, “I only buy from authorised Apple sources.” The stunt split the internet down the middle. Some viewers cheered her on for backing up her claims with action. Others thought it was completely over the top. “This is not proof, it’s performance,” one person wrote. “She just dunked a three-million-naira phone to prove something nobody asked for.” Her video kicked off a bigger conversation about how far people will go to prove their expensive purchases are legit. Some commenters pointed out that tech companies in China and India test devices properly in labs, not through social media stunts for likes. Here’s the twist: Nkechi admitted in the same video that she barely uses the iPhone 17 Pro Max, keeping it mainly for “content purposes.”

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Rev. Uma Ukpai Reveals He Turned Down ₦13 Billion from Billionaire Donor

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An old video of Nigerian preacher Rev. Uma Ukpai has exploded on social media again, and for good reason, it’s the kind of story that makes you pause and wonder if you’d make the same choice. In the clip, shared by @theechoesfromzion on Instagram, the respected cleric tells a jaw-dropping story about a billionaire who wanted to donate ₦13 billion to his ministry. Yes, you read that right, ₦13 billion. The wealthy man claimed God had made him Nigeria’s seventh-richest person and instructed him to give that staggering amount to Ukpai’s work. But the preacher wasn’t buying it. “He called me and said, ‘God has made me the 7th richest man in Nigeria and asked me to give you money.’ I asked, ‘How much?’ He said ₦13 billion. I told him to stop, God didn’t say that. God asked you to give me only ₦1 billion and keep ₦12 billion,” Ukpai recalled. Now, turning down ₦13 billion is hard enough. But try explaining that decision to your wife. According to Rev. Ukpai, when he told her what happened, she was furious. She reminded him of all the problems that kind of money could solve, the ministries it could fund, the lives it could change, the buildings it could construct. But the preacher stood his ground. “It’s not about how many problems ₦13 billion can solve,” he explained. “It’s about the will of God. How much did God want me to collect, not how much I want to spend.” With a touch of humor, Rev. Ukpai mentioned his wife even questioned whether he “came into the world with his head”, essentially asking if he’d lost his mind. His response? “Whether I came with my head or hers, praise God. It’s something only I could do.” Many are praising the reverend’s conviction, while others admit they probably wouldn’t have the strength to turn down that much money.

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Nigeria’s Finance Minister Wale Edun Takes Medical Leave in UK

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Nigeria’s Finance Minister Wale Edun has stepped away from his duties to seek medical treatment in the United Kingdom, though officials insist there’s no cause for alarm. The 69-year-old minister, who hadn’t been feeling well recently, left Nigeria earlier this week after doctors advised him to get further evaluation abroad. Family sources say Edun initially stayed home in Abuja under local medical care before the decision was made to fly to London for more specialized treatment. He quietly departed Monday night via Lagos. The timing is significant. Edun has been at the center of President Bola Tinubu’s ambitious economic reforms, from trying to stabilize the naira to managing the fallout from fuel subsidy removal. His sudden absence naturally sparked speculation about both his health and the future of the finance ministry. But the Presidency moved quickly to calm those concerns. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, said Edun is “recovering and in good spirits.” He shot down any talk of the minister being replaced or his condition being serious, emphasizing that Edun stays in regular touch with Tinubu and other key officials. “There are no plans to alter leadership at the finance ministry,” Onanuga stated firmly. To keep things running smoothly, Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso will step in for Edun at the upcoming World Bank and IMF meetings in Washington. The Presidency called this a “standard substitution”, routine diplomatic shuffling to ensure Nigeria’s interests are represented. Edun has been one of Tinubu’s most trusted lieutenants since joining the cabinet in August 2023. A former Lagos State Commissioner for Finance and experienced investment banker, he’s become the chief architect of the administration’s currency reform and fiscal discipline efforts. His fingerprints are all over the government’s economic strategy. Back at the Ministry of Finance, officials say it’s business as usual. Senior directors are handling daily operations while Edun focuses on recovery, and no one’s expecting major disruptions. For now, the government’s message is clear: the minister needs rest, not replacement.

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Wendy Osefo Reportedly Fired from Wesleyan University After Fraud Charges

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Dr. Wendy Osefo, the outspoken “Real Housewives of Potomac” star and academic, has reportedly lost her teaching position at Wesleyan University following serious fraud allegations. The Nigerian-American professor’s dismissal comes on the heels of her arrest alongside her husband, Eddie Osefo, on October 9, 2025. The couple is facing 34 criminal counts, including conspiracy to commit insurance fraud and lying to police, charges that could dramatically alter the trajectory of Osefo’s once-promising career. At the heart of the case is an alleged staged burglary at their home in April 2024. Prosecutors claim the couple falsely reported that designer goods and jewelry valued at approximately $500,000 had been stolen. Osefo had just begun teaching at Wesleyan last fall, where she led a provocative course called “The Sociology of Reality TV: Race, Colorism, and Xenophobia”,  subject that bridged her academic expertise with her reality TV fame. Before joining Wesleyan, she held a tenured position at Johns Hopkins University in Maryland, which she left in 2024. Her academic credentials are impressive: degrees from Temple University and Johns Hopkins, plus a Ph.D. in Public Affairs and Community Development from Rutgers University. Those qualifications helped establish her as both a respected scholar and a political commentator before reality television brought her into millions of homes through Bravo’s hit franchise.

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VeryDarkMan Calls Out Blord Over Alleged iPhone 17 Pro Scam

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Social media activist VeryDarkMan has publicly accused crypto entrepreneur Blord of trying to rip off Nigerians by selling modified iPhone XRs as the latest iPhone 17 Pro. The controversy started when Blord posted an Instagram video showing what he called an “upgraded” iPhone XR that had been transformed to resemble Apple’s newest flagship phone. He claimed a contact in China had altered the phone’s casing, interface, and icons to match the iPhone 17 Pro’s appearance. Blord announced he had two units available at ₦400,000 each. But VeryDarkMan wasn’t having it. “Blord, I think you forgot that I am in China. Why do you want to extort Nigerians? All in the name of business, you want to make so much profit,” VDM fired back in a viral post. VDM exposed the modified phones as refurbished iPhone XRs that actually cost around ₦280,000 in China, including shipping to Nigeria, far less than Blord’s asking price. “Nigerians, this phone that Blord is selling for ₦450,000 is actually ₦280,000 plus shipping and delivery in any part of Nigeria,” he revealed.

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FG Directs Universities to Withhold Salaries of Striking ASUU Lecturers

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The Federal Government has told university leaders across Nigeria to stop paying lecturers who are currently on strike. In a circular issued on October 13, 2025, Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa instructed vice-chancellors to enforce the “no work, no pay” rule against striking members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). The directive, reported by The PUNCH, was sent to key officials including the Head of Civil Service, university Pro-Chancellors, the Budget Office Director-General, the Accountant-General, and the National Universities Commission Executive Secretary. Dr. Alausa said the government has grown frustrated with ASUU’s ongoing strike despite several attempts to resolve the dispute through dialogue. He made it clear that labour laws will be enforced without exception. “The Federal Government reiterates its position on the enforcement of the ‘No Work, No Pay’ policy for any employee who fails to discharge official duties during strike action,” the circular stated. Vice-chancellors must now conduct roll calls and physical checks to identify which lecturers are working and which have joined the strike. They’re required to submit detailed reports showing each staff member’s status and withhold salaries from those participating in the industrial action. The policy doesn’t affect members of the Congress of University Academics (CONUA) and the National Association of Medical and Dental Academics (NAMDA), who aren’t striking. These groups will continue receiving their full pay. Dr. Alausa has tasked the National Universities Commission with monitoring implementation and submitting a compliance report within seven days. “Please treat this matter with utmost urgency and a deep sense of responsibility in the national interest,” the minister told university heads.

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