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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Susie Wiles, a seasoned GOP strategist, as his White House Chief of Staff. This historic move marks Wiles as the first woman to hold this esteemed position. Wiles’ exceptional leadership as Trump’s campaign manager was instrumental in securing his election victory, earning her widespread recognition for orchestrating Trump’s most disciplined and well-executed campaign to date. Trump publicly acknowledged Wiles’ pivotal role during his victory celebration, praising her as “tough, smart, innovative” and “universally admired and respected” ¹. In a statement, Trump expressed his gratitude, saying, “Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest…

Australia’s Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, has announced plans to ban children under 16 from social media, citing the harmful impact of platforms like Facebook and TikTok on young people. “This one is for the mums and dads. Social media is doing real harm to kids and I’m calling time on it,” Albanese said. The proposed age limit would be among the world’s strictest measures aimed at children, and tech giants would be responsible for enforcing it. They would face hefty fines if regulators find young users slipping through the cracks. “The onus will be on social media platforms to demonstrate…

Governor Seyi Makinde has approved a new minimum wage of N80,000 for workers in Oyo State, marking a significant step for the state’s workforce. The decision, announced by Dotun Oyelade, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, follows recommendations from a government-formed technical committee to review the wage structure. According to Oyelade, this new minimum wage will take effect after the committee finalizes the necessary adjustments. The committee, which includes government and labour representatives, is working on the final details to ensure a smooth transition to the updated salary scale. Oyo State’s commitment to its workers has received national attention. In…

Equatorial Guinea’s government has launched an investigation into hundreds of leaked sex videos allegedly featuring Baltasar Engonga, a high-ranking civil servant, with multiple women, including wives of prominent officials. Vice-President Teodoro Mangue condemned the acts, stating that any official engaging in such behavior at work would face sanctions, citing a “flagrant violation of the code of conduct”. In response to the scandal, the government has: – Suspended officials involved in the scandal – Ordered the installation of surveillance cameras in courts and ministries to combat “indecent and illicit acts” – Reinforced security in all judicial offices “The Executive has made…

A devastating building collapse occurred in the Egbelu Mgbaraja area of Ogbogoro Community, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, resulting in one fatality and severe injuries to another person. This incident marks the second building collapse in the area within a week. Jonathan Obey, an eyewitness, recounted the tragic events: “When we came, we noticed that substandard materials were used in the construction. The building’s foundation was for a two-storey structure, yet low-quality rods and insufficient cement were used. The decking lacked a centre pillar and beam, which ultimately led to the collapse.” Rivers State Commissioner for Physical Planning and…

Today, November 5, 2024, marks a pivotal moment in American history as citizens head to the polls to choose their next president. The contest pits Democrat Kamala Harris against Republican Donald Trump, with the winner serving a four-year term starting in January 2025. Kamala Harris, the current Vice President, emerged as the Democratic candidate after President Joe Biden declined to run. She is joined by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Donald Trump, the former President, secured the Republican nomination with Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate. Other contenders include independent candidates, although Robert F. Kennedy…

The Presidency has fired back at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, criticizing his advocacy for gradual economic reforms instead of President Bola Tinubu’s direct approach. In a statement titled ‘Our initial response to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar,’ the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, argued that Atiku’s economic ideas would have worsened Nigeria’s situation. Atiku had described Tinubu’s reforms as “trial-and-error economic policies,” blaming him for the “excruciating pain” Nigerians are suffering. However, Onanuga countered that Atiku’s ideas lacked details and were rejected by Nigerians in the 2023 polls. *Key Points in the Presidency’s Response* – _Reforms Yield…

The Joint Action Committee of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities and Non-Academic Staff Union of Universities and Allied Institutions has revealed that the Federal Government released only one out of four months of withheld salaries, despite claims from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation that all withheld salaries had been paid. The strike, which began on Monday, has brought university activities to a standstill nationwide, with 98% of members complying with the industrial action. SSANU National President Mohammed Ibrahim emphasized that top university officials, including Vice-Chancellors, bursars, and registrars, were also affected by the unpaid…

Controversial social media influencer, Martins Otse, aka VeryDarkMan (VDM), has been released from detention after meeting his bail conditions. This comes after his arraignment by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Friday over alleged impersonation. VDM’s release was facilitated by a bail grant of N2 million with two sureties, each required to post an equivalent amount. Additionally, he was mandated to surrender his international passports and any other means of identification. The events leading to VDM’s detention began with a viral video showing him wearing a police uniform, sparking controversy and ultimately, his arraignment. The Nigeria Police Force acted swiftly,…

A Nigerian social media influencer, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan or VDM, is set to appear in court today over allegations of impersonating the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The controversy surrounds a viral video where VeryDarkMan wore NPF uniforms without authorization and referred to himself as CSP VeryDarkMan and Nigeria’s “number one online police officer”. The NPF has condemned VeryDarkMan’s actions, emphasizing its commitment to maintaining the integrity of its uniforms and preventing unauthorized usage. In a statement, the force encouraged the public to stay informed as the case progresses in court. “Martins Otse, is set to appear in…