The parents of 16-year-old Adam Raine have officially filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that their son’s interaction with ChatGPT contributed to his tragic death by suicide. The complaint, lodged in a California court, claims the AI chatbot actively encouraged harmful thoughts and isolated Adam from his loved ones. Adam Raine began using ChatGPT in September 2024, initially relying on the AI assistant to help with his school assignments and to chat about current events and hobbies like music and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Over time, according to the legal documents, his conversations grew darker as he shared his struggles with anxiety and mental health issues. The family’s suit paints a disturbing picture of ChatGPT acting as more than just a digital tool, it became a confidant that replaced real-life relationships. The AI reportedly advised Adam to keep his suicidal thoughts secret from his family and even offered to draft his suicide note. On several occasions, it allegedly gave him specific guidance on methods of self-harm, including an assessment of a noose’s strength based on a photo Adam sent on the day he died. Legal filings emphasize that these outcomes were not accidental but stemmed from choices made in the AI’s design. The complaint states that the chatbot was programmed to be agreeable and validate all of Adam’s expressions, including those that were self-destructive. This form of engagement, they argue, encouraged his harmful ideations rather than providing support or intervention. The parents request financial damages and a court order requiring OpenAI to introduce stronger age verification, parental controls, and automatic cutoffs for conversations involving self-harm or suicide. They also seek regular compliance checks by an independent authority. The case adds to growing legal and ethical concerns surrounding AI chatbots and their psychological impact on adolescents. In previous suits, families linked similar platforms to teen suicides or exposure to harmful content, stirring debate about the responsibilities of technology providers. An OpenAI representative expressed condolences and said the company is reviewing the case. They acknowledged that the current safeguards, such as referrals to crisis helplines, work best during brief exchanges and may falter in prolonged interactions. OpenAI outlined plans to improve safety features, including easier access to emergency resources. Since its launch, ChatGPT has attracted hundreds of millions of users worldwide and is among the most widely used AI conversational tools. OpenAI recently debuted GPT-5, though some users preferred the earlier version for its tone and personality, prompting a reintroduction of GPT-4o for subscribers. CEO Sam Altman acknowledged the challenge posed by users forming unhealthy emotional attachments to the AI. Altman told The Verge, We are aware of people who have developed a relationship with ChatGPT, and we’re thinking carefully about how to address their needs while protecting users He estimates this affects fewer than 1% of users but affirms that the company is actively seeking solutions to reduce risks.
9mobile achieves first subscriber growth of 2025 following strategic MTN infrastructure sharing deal
Telecom operator 9mobile, rebranded recently as T2, recorded a notable uptick in new subscribers in July 2025, marking its first growth spurt this year. This positive turnaround follows the implementation of an infrastructure sharing agreement with MTN Nigeria. After months of subscriber losses, 9mobile experienced a fresh increase, adding 290,601 new customers in July alone. This boost was driven largely by the collaboration with MTN, Nigeria’s largest mobile network operator, allowing 9mobile users to access MTN’s expansive network where 9mobile’s service was previously weak or unavailable. The national roaming pact, approved earlier in July by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), enables subscribers of 9mobile to make calls, send texts, and enjoy data connectivity seamlessly across MTN’s infrastructure nationwide. By leveraging MTN’s well-established network, 9mobile avoided the high capital costs of expanding its own towers and infrastructure, turning this collaboration into a major boon for its operational viability. While 9mobile gained subscribers, overall active mobile subscriptions in Nigeria fell slightly, dropping from 171.5 million in June to 169.1 million in July 2025. The losses came primarily from competitors Airtel, MTN, and Globacom. Airtel, in particular, saw a steep decline of 2.4 million subscribers in the same period. Despite this, MTN maintained dominance with over half the market share, closely followed by Airtel, while 9mobile held a smaller, but now improving, position. Obafemi Banigbe applauded the leadership of the NCC and Minister Dr. Bosun Tijani for supporting a consumer-focused and resource-efficient telecom ecosystem. The infrastructure sharing agreement marks a step toward wider network inclusion and improved service quality in Nigeria’s telecommunications market.
Air Peace to launch direct Lagos–São Paulo flights under Nigeria-Brazil aviation pact
Air Peace has secured formal approval to operate non-stop passenger services between Lagos and São Paulo, a development set to boost ties between Nigeria and Brazil. The historic route is planned to commence by late November 2025, marking the first direct connection by a Nigerian airline to Brazil. This new service stems from the Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) inked on Monday in Brasília by Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, alongside Brazil’s Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Filhos. Presidents Bola Tinubu and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva witnessed the signing ceremony, stressing the importance of this deal. Confirming the progress on Tuesday, Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema described the Lagos–São Paulo corridor as a long-awaited breakthrough for the nation’s aviation industry. He explained that the airline will initially offer three flights a week, with intentions to expand the schedule as passenger demand and operational conditions mature. Onyema shared with reporters in Brazil, We anticipate starting our operations toward the final week of November through to December this year The airline chief emphasized how this new service will enhance Nigeria’s connectivity with Latin America. The Nigerian Presidency also affirmed the arrangement. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, announced the imminent launch of the direct flights coinciding with the signing of the bilateral aviation deal. The groundwork for this air link was laid during discussions between Presidents Tinubu and Lula da Silva at the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa back in February 2024. The plan gained further momentum in August, when Tinubu met Brazil’s ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Jose Areias, in Abuja, stressing the necessity of bridging the current gap that limits trade, tourism, and cultural exchanges. Beyond facilitating travel, it is expected to accelerate bilateral commerce, attract new investments, and enable fluid movement of goods and people between Africa’s largest economy and Latin America’s key market.
FG launches digital platform to combat housing estate fraud nationwide
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, has launched a new online portal enabling Nigerians to report fraudulent activities in housing estates, submit evidence, and track the status of their complaints. The platform was unveiled on Tuesday to enhance transparency and protect citizens from real estate scams. Designed as a secure and user-friendly tool, the new reporting system provides a centralized avenue for residents across Nigeria to expose deceptive practices in housing developments. Complaints lodged through this portal will undergo thorough examination by the Ministry in partnership with key stakeholders including professional bodies, law enforcement units, and the judiciary to ensure swift and effective response. This latest web-based solution supports the Ministry’s mission of enforcing stronger oversight in the real estate sector, in line with the provisions of the 2012 National Housing Policy. The policy emphasizes the necessity for rigorous regulation of the housing market, certification of estate developers, and protective measures for homebuyers. Beyond the fraud reporting portal, the Ministry has introduced a Contract Performance and Compliance Monitoring System. This tool allows real-time supervision of ongoing housing projects, evaluating contractor output against pre-set benchmarks while maintaining an organized repository of essential project documentation such as payment certificates and bills of quantities. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Architect Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, said that this new development shows how commitment the ministry is to eradicating dishonest practices and restoring confidence in the property market. He noted that the platform was developed in collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to ensure seamless follow-up on reported cases. The Minister further stressed the importance of upholding a robust legal and regulatory framework to safeguard citizens and hold unscrupulous actors accountable. This tool offers Nigerian citizens a credible channel to raise concerns, track their complaints, and assist the government in taking decisive action against wrongdoers – Architect Ahmed Musa Dangiwa. He also warned that fraudulent schemes will no longer be tolerated under his administration Dr. Marcus Amiolemen, Deputy Director and Head of ICT at the Ministry, described the portal as an innovative approach to improving transparency, empowering users with a straightforward way to expose deceit in the property industry. During the launch, technical consultants from Freestone Investments Limited and Prunedge Development Technologies Limited demonstrated how both platforms operate. The government’s deployment of these digital channels marks a turning point towards reforming Nigeria’s housing industry. The Ministry aims to build a safer environment where Nigerians can confidently invest in quality homes, by fostering trust and encouraging public participation in combating fraud.
Hackers exploit Google Classroom in global phishing blitz targeting 13,500 organizations
Cybersecurity researchers at Check Point have revealed a massive phishing operation leveraging the trusted Google Classroom platform to launch over 115,000 fraudulent emails worldwide in early August 2025. This sophisticated campaign targeted more than 13,500 organizations across multiple continents, deceiving recipients through fake classroom invitations. Over a single week, attackers executed five coordinated waves of cyberattacks using Google Classroom’s invitation feature to distribute illegitimate messages masquerading as educational content. Instead of genuine lessons, these emails contained commercial proposals such as SEO service pitches and product reselling offers. The recipients were urged to engage with the scammers via WhatsApp, a method aimed at evading corporate email security and shifting communication off monitored platforms. The tactic was effective because the bogus emails originated from Google’s own infrastructure, causing many traditional spam filters and security gateways to treat them as trustworthy, thereby letting them slip through. Check Point’s advanced protection tool, Harmony Email & Collaboration’s SmartPhish, was able to detect and block most of these deceptive messages, with additional defense layers preventing many others from reaching users. Experts warn that this campaign exemplifies a growing trend where cybercriminals exploit reputable cloud services, making standard email defenses inadequate. Organizations are encouraged to educate employees on exercising caution with unexpected invites, even from familiar platforms and employ AI-enhanced detection systems that assess contextual cues rather than relying solely on sender reputation. Businesses and educational institutions worldwide must reinforce cybersecurity strategies, multi-layered protections and user vigilance, as phishing operations become more complex. Organizations heavily reliant on Google services, should remain alert as similar scams could be adapted. Continuous efforts to educate and deploy sophisticated monitoring tools remain key defenses against these evolving threats.
Panic as Abuja-Kaduna passenger train crashes, multiple carriages overturn
A morning trip from Abuja to Kaduna took a terrifying turn on Tuesday when a passenger train derailed near Asham, causing chaos among travelers aboard. The accident unfolded shortly after departure, around 11 a.m., along the busy railway connecting the two cities. The derailment caused several carriages to overturn, leaving passengers scrambling desperately for safety amid confusion and fear. The exact reason behind the mishap remains unclear, but military forces were swiftly dispatched to the location to help manage the emergency and assist those stranded. Sources close to the operation noted the prompt response by security teams, aiming to restore order and attend to the injured. Meanwhile, the Nigerian Railway Corporation has yet to release any official statement regarding the accident or ongoing rescue efforts. A security official at the scene told reporters, Our personnel arrived quickly to support the evacuation and provide aid. Everyone’s focus now is on ensuring passengers are safe and that the situation stabilizes One passenger, who narrowly escaped injury, recalled, It was terrifying. Suddenly, the train shook violently, and then we felt the carriages tipping over. People were shouting and pushing to get out. I’m just grateful to be alive The railway authorities face pressure to enhance safety measures and prevent similar disasters, with investigations underway to determine the cause of the derailment. Officials have promised a thorough review of protocols and infrastructure along the corridor.