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EXPOSED: The Real Reason Northern Leaders Are Pushing Back Against Tinubu’s Tax Reforms!

Former Kano State Governor, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, has clarified that Northern leaders support aspects of President Tinubu's Tax Reform Bills but are advocating for wider public consultation before implementation. Speaking on ARISE NEWS, Shekarau, who chairs the League of Northern Democrats, emphasized that their technical committee has analyzed the four proposed bills and supports several components. "We are not rejecting the entirety of the bill," he stated, explaining that their committee of economic and financial experts has endorsed some proposals while suggesting modifications to others. The group specifically raised concerns about the proposed leadership structure of revenue services. Shekarau explained they recommend separating the Board Chairman and Chief Executive roles to ensure better accountability and transparency. The League has already prepared detailed feedback for key stakeholders, including the President, Vice President, and both chambers of the National Assembly. They have […]

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Trump Claims Bill Gates Seeks Mar-a-Lago Meeting, Following Tech Industry’s Post-Election Pivot

Former President and President-elect Donald Trump announced on social media that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has requested to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. Trump shared this information in a Truth Social post on Friday morning, also mentioning plans for New Year's Eve, though he didn't provide additional details about the potential meeting. This development is notable because Gates has previously been critical of Trump, especially regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic during his first presidency. Gates also supported Trump's opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election with a $50 million donation to a nonprofit supporting her campaign. However, Gates did publicly congratulate Trump after his November 5 election victory. The potential meeting follows a pattern of major tech industry figures engaging with Trump following his election victory. Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently visited […]

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Mike Huckabee on Potential Ambassadorship to Israel

Mike Huckabee, in an interview with KATV Channel 7’s Daniella Cheney, discussed his nomination to serve as the United States Ambassador to Israel. Huckabee emphasized his long-standing connection to Israel, stating he has visited the country over 100 times in the past 52 years, beginning with his first trip at age 17. He described a deep passion for Israel and its unique place in the world, noting the country's transformation as a fulfillment of biblical prophecy, “that the desert shall bloom and the dry bones shall live.” Huckabee believes his extensive background in politics, media, and as former Governor of Arkansas will be valuable in navigating the complexities of the ambassadorship. He highlighted the international experience gained as governor, stating he is familiar with the region, having traveled extensively “from Dan to Beersheba.” Regarding US-Israel relations, Huckabee identified achieving greater […]

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BILLIONAIRE CIVIL WAR: Trump Allies Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy Battle MAGA Base Over Immigration!

A debate over skilled worker visas has emerged among supporters of President-elect Donald Trump, highlighting potential divisions within his incoming administration. The controversy began when Vivek Ramaswamy, selected by Trump to reduce government spending, shared his views on the H-1B visa program, which allows U.S. companies to hire skilled foreign workers. In a post on X, Ramaswamy suggested that American cultural priorities have led companies to seek foreign talent, stating that a society that "celebrates the prom queen over the math olympiad champ" may struggle to produce top engineers. This perspective drew support from Elon Musk, Trump's chosen co-director for a proposed Department of Government Efficiency. Musk defended the H-1B program, comparing America to a successful sports team seeking top talent. He suggested the program attracts the "top ~0.1%" of engineering talent. However, their stance faced significant opposition from other […]

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PUTIN BREAKS SILENCE: Shock Apology Over Christmas Day Plane Disaster – But Who’s Really to Blame?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued an apology to Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev regarding a commercial airliner crash that claimed 38 lives. However, he did not explicitly acknowledge Russian responsibility for the incident. The Azerbaijan Airlines aircraft, carrying 67 passengers, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on December 25 after encountering difficulties in Russian airspace. The flight, designated J2-8243, had departed from Baku, Azerbaijan, heading for Grozny, Chechnya, when it was forced to divert across the Caspian Sea. In his first public statement about the Christmas Day incident, Putin described it as a "tragic incident" that occurred while Russian air defense systems were countering Ukrainian drone attacks. According to the Kremlin's statement, Putin noted that Grozny, Mozdok, and Vladikavkaz were under attack from Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles at the time. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responded by calling Russia to "stop spreading disinformation" […]

Privacy Breach Leads to Shock Dismissal of Fiji Cabinet Minister
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Privacy Breach Leads to Shock Dismissal of Fiji Cabinet Minister

Fiji's Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya, has been dismissed from her position after a private explicit video of her was shared online. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka announced her removal on Facebook, though she will keep her role as a Member of Parliament. The 52-year-old Tabuya explained that the video was private content meant only for her husband. She emphasized that sharing intimate content between consenting adults in a relationship is neither illegal nor immoral. Tabuya has reported the incident to authorities, stating that the unauthorized sharing of her private video is a form of online gender-based violence – a significant problem in Fiji. She has warned that anyone distributing the video through any online platform is committing a crime and will face legal consequences. She claims to have evidence of at least one person sharing the […]

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Trump’s Secret Plan for Migrant Families at the Border

The incoming Trump administration is evaluating the potential reinstatement of family detention centers as part of its immigration enforcement strategy, according to Tom Homan, the newly appointed border czar. "It's something we're considering," stated Homan, who previously served as acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) director during Trump's first term. He emphasized the administration's goal to end what they term "catch and release," including for family units awaiting immigration court proceedings. The Biden administration had discontinued the practice of detaining families who enter the country illegally with their children. Homan indicated that if family detention is implemented, the administration would work to provide immigration judges at these facilities. Addressing concerns about family separation, Homan stated he does not anticipate large-scale separation of migrant children from their parents. However, the administration faces legal constraints under the Flores Settlement Agreement, which limits […]

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South Korea’s Political Crisis Intensifies as Acting President Impeached

South Korea's parliament has voted to impeach Acting President Han Duck-soo, marking the second impeachment of a top leader in two weeks. The National Assembly secured 192 votes for Han's impeachment, surpassing the required 151-vote threshold. Han assumed leadership after President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment following a controversial martial law proposal on December 3. Opposition legislators pursued Han's impeachment, claiming he obstructed Yoon's impeachment process. The parliamentary session erupted in discord when Speaker Woo Won-shik announced the 151-vote requirement for Han's impeachment, lower than the 200 votes needed for Yoon's removal. Members of the ruling People Power Party (PPP) protested this decision, with many boycotting the vote while denouncing it as an "abuse of power." Han will be suspended upon official parliamentary notification. Like Yoon's case, the Constitutional Court must review the impeachment within 180 days. "I respect the National […]

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‘We Are Not Afraid’: Northern Governor Threatens Showdown Over Tinubu’s Tax Reforms

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration's tax reform policies, describing them as detrimental to northern Nigeria's interests. Speaking during a Christmas homage by the Christian community at Government House on Wednesday, Mohammed urged the presidency to be more responsive to public feedback regarding its policies. He emphasized that Nigeria's democratic system requires listening to citizens' concerns rather than imposing policies unilaterally. "We are calling on the presidency and the Federal Government to change their style. Whenever a policy is not popular, they should listen to the people," Mohammed stated, warning that the current tax reforms could hinder northern states' ability to pay salaries and maintain infrastructure. The governor, while pledging loyalty to the federal government, cautioned against policies that might favor certain regions over others. "It is not about religion, it is not about tribe, […]

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From Village Boy to Economic Revolutionary: The Indian PM Who Transformed a Nation’s Future

Manmohan Singh, who served as India's Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 and was widely recognized as the architect of India's economic liberalization, has died at age 92 in Delhi. Born in 1932 in a remote Punjab village without basic amenities, Singh rose from humble beginnings to earn degrees from Cambridge and Oxford. His academic excellence led to a distinguished career as an economist, serving as India's central bank governor before entering politics. Singh's pivotal moment came in 1991 when, as finance minister, he spearheaded unprecedented economic reforms during India's financial crisis. He liberalized the economy by reducing taxes, devaluing the rupee, privatizing state companies, and opening doors to foreign investment. These measures helped revive India's economy and maintain strong growth throughout the 1990s. In 2004, Singh became India's first Sikh Prime Minister when Congress party president Sonia Gandhi declined […]

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