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K’ómoks First Nation appoints justice of the peaceThere were two recipients of the 2024 Democracy Works Award from the League of Women Voters of Woodland for their efforts to inspire political and individual change. Receiving the recognition from among six nominees countywide were Brown Issues and newly elected Woodland School Board Trustee Laura Brubaker. Brown Issues is a local group founded to “cultivate the next generation of Brown leaders through civic engagement, healing, and narrative change.” The youth development organization is nonpartisan and has 20 chapters statewide, including one in Yolo County. Brubaker, who was elected unopposed earlier this month to represent the 2nd Trustee Area in Woodland, successfully spearheaded a grass roots efforts to recall Emily MacDonald that led to her resignation on March 12 after she was removed during the March 5 election. In June 2023, the Woodland school board adopted a resolution supporting LGBTQIA+ students. MacDonald, however, read a statement dismissive of those students. During the award ceremony held Tuesday evening at Yolo Veterans Post 77 in Woodland, Brubaker said she started the recall because “I was really upset when someone who was supposed to represent me used their podium to try and divide us. “I realized I wasn’t the only one upset by that. So a small group of us started the recall effort and that grew into hundreds of us who believe in bringing democracy to the doorsteps of our community and offering voters the chance to vote again on who would represent them,” she said. “I’m really proud of that.” Brubaker said the point of the recall was that “we didn’t turn our backs on marginalized community members. We can’t do that. There’s going to be a lot of attempts to divide us as a country and we need to remember that no matter your race or gender, who you love, your immigration status, your language or economic status, education or ability, we cannot leave anybody behind.” Of Brown Issues, local organizer Marco Osorio and Sacramento representative Carlos Molina credited the group with developing leadership skills among young persons who might otherwise turn to gangs or violence. Osorio said he and others went into a Sacramento High School which had seen plenty of violence and discovered over the course of trying to reduce that violence, there was “leadership potential.” “We knew we had to build civic engagement so they could have agency and ownership in their communities,” Osorio said. He credited Yolo County Superintendent of Schools Garth Lewis with bringing Brown Issues to Yolo County after an incident at Woodland High School. He also gave thanks to those students and others who had stepped up to make a difference. “When I was growing up, I was a broken person with a virus that was inflicting pain on others and spreading it,” Osorio said, acknowledging his past. “Brown Issues was one of the biggest turning points in my life and I will never forget it.” The organization’s advisers work with youth at schools across Yolo County including Cesar Chavez Community School, Pioneer, Woodland, Cache Creek high school and UC Davis. In December, Brown Issues will be working with student delegates who will be installed in the Sacramento Legislature to practice the art of legislating. From that it’s hoped those participating will learn not only how to enact laws but how to lead. Brown Issue and Brubaker also received certificates acknowledging their efforts from U.S. Representative Mike Thompson. The Democracy Works Award has been presented by the League of Women Voters of Woodland since 2006. The local league is now celebrating its 50th anniversary and will complete its merge with the League of Women Voters of Davis in early 2025 to become League of Women Voters of Yolo County. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots, national organization dedicated to local voter education and empowering citizens to shape better communities for more than 100 years.

The following is the latest list of selected news summaries by Kyodo News. ---------- TOKYO - Local chapters of Japan's ruling party led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba received 1.78 billion yen ($12 million) in donations in 2023 from companies and other entities, accounting for most of the roughly 1.9 billion yen among all political parties, a Kyodo News tally showed Friday. The figure illustrates that while such donations are legal, the Liberal Democratic Party remains highly dependent on them at a time when the country's opposition parties are calling for a ban. Ishiba's LDP is opposed to the idea, rejecting the claims that corporate and other donations have distorted policy-making. ---------- TOKYO - Japanese actress and singer Miho Nakayama, known for having starred in the acclaimed 1995 romantic film "Love Letter," and a string of hit dramas, was found dead Friday in the bathtub of her Tokyo home, investigative sources said.

South Korea’s president declared martial law. Could it happen in the U.S.?

NoneA ground-breaking decision by the NCAA to make major-junior players eligible for college hockey is only weeks old but the impact of the rule change is already having a significant trickle-down effect. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * A ground-breaking decision by the NCAA to make major-junior players eligible for college hockey is only weeks old but the impact of the rule change is already having a significant trickle-down effect. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? A ground-breaking decision by the NCAA to make major-junior players eligible for college hockey is only weeks old but the impact of the rule change is already having a significant trickle-down effect. Overage players in the WHL, for instance, are already striking scholarship deals to play Division I hockey for next season. It’s also opening doors for Junior A players who previously eschewed major junior to preserve their eligibility for the U.S. college ranks. Andy Glass photo Goaltender Raiden LeGall has moved from the MJHL’s Niverville Nighthawks to the WHL without losing his NCAA eligibility. Goaltender Raiden LeGall of the MJHL’s Niverville Nighthawks is a prime example. LeGall, an 18-year-old from Morden, recently signed a WHL scholarship and development agreement with the Everett Silvertips despite already having an NCAA scholarship offer from Bemidji (Minn.) State University. LeGall had advance warning he might be considering a mid-season move. “In talking to my advisor he sort of mentioned the possibility of, ‘What would you think if the rule does change? Would you be interested in going to the WHL, or would you want to stay back?” said LeGall by phone from Everett, Wash., Friday afternoon. “I said, ‘Yeah, I’d be interested.” Joining the Canadian Hockey League’s fourth-ranked club is a plum assignment. Entering Friday’s game against the visiting Spokane Chiefs, Everett was clipping along at a league-best 17-3-1-0 and a 103-55 goal differential in 21 games. Injuries, however, could spoil the Silvertips’ terrific start. No. 1 goaltender Jesse Sanche (upper body) is sidelined indefinitely and the club is relying on Alex Garrett, recently acquired from the Calgary Hitmen, to fill the void. With the full extent of Sanche’s injury undetermined, the Silvertips moved quickly to sign LeGall. He flew west on Monday and served as Garrett’s backup in Everett’s 4-0 win over the visiting Lethbridge Hurricanes on Wednesday. “A month ago we would never have never thought of doing something like this,” said Everett GM Mike Fraser, who placed the undrafted LeGall on the club’s protected list in January of 2023. “So this is certainly one of the positives for us. In saying that, there’s so much unknown (about the NCAA decision)... “We’re all living through it. I said this to the players when it became official: ‘We’ll do our best to answer questions but there are questions that we don’t know the answers to, yet.’ We’re all going through this together and the extra wrinkle is it’s happening in the middle of the season.” Fraser had closely monitored and been mindful of LeGall’s progress in recent months. He has a 2.46 goals-against average, .921 save percentage and two shutouts while posting a 7-7-1 record with the Nighthawks. “I was impressed with his athletic ability and his demeanour and I really liked his compete and how hard he was always fighting for pucks,” said Fraser. “We had him out to training camp in the summer of 2023 and he played really well... We sent him back and it wasn’t too long after that that he got a commitment from Bemidji State.” The 6-foot, 175-pounder was considered a late bloomer likely to benefit from the additional development time afforded by an NCAA career. “I had pretty good training camp and they wanted me to stick around for the (WHL) pre-season, but that’s sort of when I decided that the college route was probably what I want to do and take a little more time developing,” said LeGall. “And then, sure enough, the rule changed this year and I can do both.” LeGall is expected to get a start in one of Everett’s weekend games in B.C. “What happens here short term is a little dependent on Jesse’s, injury but we certainly see him fitting in, worst-case scenario, next season,” said Fraser. “And who knows, depending on the injury, maybe sooner.” LeGall is keen to test himself against WHL shooters. “I’m thinking I’ll be here in Everett for as much of this year as I can be, and then next year as well and then probably go to Bemidji the year after,” said LeGall. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Soon after the NCAA eligibility rule change, college programs began targeting and recruiting elite 20-year-olds from major junior who will graduate following the 2024-25 season. Overage Silvertips forward Beau Courtney has already agreed to join the University of Alaska-Fairbanks while forwards Tyler MacKenzie and Dominik Rymon are also in talks with NCAA programs. Could NCAA teams eventually aim for younger WHL stars? “It’s fair to say we’re worried about it,” said Fraser. “I really don’t have any doubts that they are (interested). But again, how that plays out I really don’t know right now. We’re kind of waiting for the dust to settle.” mike.sawatzky@freepress.mb.ca Mike Sawatzky is a sports reporter at the . 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KEMI Badenoch last night threatened to tear up human rights laws and stop migrants claiming benefits in a bid to tame rampant population growth. Vowing to “tell the truth on immigration ,” she used her first major speech as Tory leader to warn: “This country is not a dormitory or a hotel, it is our home.” She pledged a “strict” cap on arrivals with visas only doled out to those who “will make a substantial and clear overall contribution”. And the Opposition chief promised to review Britain’s membership of the European Court of Human Rights and its basis in UK law . Both policies mark a hardening in her position since she ran for the leadership and were adopted by her rival Robert Jenrick . Taking aim at Labour and her Conservative governments on immigration, she attacked the “failure of politics over the last thirty years” to “gloss over it or make it a fringe issue”. Read more on Kemi Badenoch She also took aim at Home Office civil servants who would “much rather be working in a charity , helping people with asylum” than controlling borders. Ms Badenoch said: “Millions want to come here, but we as politicians have to do right by the citizens of this country, before anyone else. “Our country cannot sustain the numbers we have seen. We are reducing the quality of life for people already here. “Because immigration is at a pace too fast to maintain public services, and at a rate, where it is next to impossible to integrate those from radically different cultures.” Most read in The Sun She vowed to tighten citizenship and settlement criteria so a British part is “earned not an automatic right”. Her Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp added: “Speaking honestly, I am troubled that over a million people in the UK – over a million - can’t speak English either well or at all.” Ms Badenoch also warned there would be “zero tolerance for foreign criminals remaining in the UK” if she becomes PM. She added: “We will look at the access of migrants and any dependents to welfare and public services.” And a Rwanda-like plan is still the Tory ambition to deter small boat crossings. Reform leader Nigel Farage gave the speech short shrift, slamming: “The Conservative Party have broken their promises on immigration after the 2010, 2015, 2017 and 2019 manifestos. “Why on earth would I or anyone else believe them now.” Labour’s Migration Minister Angela Eagle said: “It’s welcome the Tories finally accept that immigration spiralled out of control on their watch. “But Kemi Badenoch offers no new ideas or alternatives to her party’s failed policies of the past.”

The Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Brazil, projected to attract $4.3 billion in private-sector The MoU is to advance private sector development in fertiliser production, hybrid seed technology, and agricultural finance Bisi Afolabi, a legal practitioner who spoke with Legit.ng, said it would be better to start from the northwest Don't miss out! Join Legit.ng's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led federal government and Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) of Brazil have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost agribusinesses in Nigeria. The MoU will advance private sector development in fertiliser production, hybrid seed technology , and agricultural finance. Deals Tinubu signed in Brazil Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), Mr Temitope Fashedemi, and the President of FGV, Professor Carlos Ivan Simonsen Leal, signed the MoU at FGV Headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit. Read also LASU: Lagos state university's new 10,800-bed hostel gets completed, photos emerge PAY ATTENTION : Standing out in social media world? Easy! "Mastering Storytelling for Social Media" workshop by Legit.ng. Join Us Live! The Director of information & Public Relations, Abiodun Oladunjoye, made this known in a statement issued on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Oladunjoye explained that the project aims to deliver transformative agricultural technologies and knowledge transfer over its 10-year duration. Lawyer reacts to Tinubu's deal in Brazil Bisi Afolabi, a legal practitioner, in an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, urged the company to start from the north-central to enhance the distribution of their products. He said: "The reported investment of 2.5 million dollars by JBS SA, a Brazilian company that is the largest processor of meat in the world, is a welcome development. This reported investment is set against the background of the farmer-herders conflict in Nigeria and the previous attempt at establishing Grazing Reserves in Nigeria, which assumed a political dimension with accusations and counter-accusations of land grabbing. "It goes without saying that the North, which houses the majority of Nigeria's livestock production, should be a natural choice location for this investment. However, the consumption of these products could be another very important factor to consider in the location of the investment. The FCTA or any nearby state within the Central geographic location would be an ideal choice for such an investment." Read also Fuel: After P'Harcourt refinery success, MURIC lists 3 reasons why Kaduna plant should be next focus PAY ATTENTION : Legit.ng Needs Your Opinion! That's your chance to change your favourite news media. Fill in a short questionnaire Source: Legit.ngThe Swans stunned Pride Park into silence with less than two minutes on the clock when Zan Vipotnik sent a bullet past Jacob Widell Zetterstrom before Ronald slotted home his first of the season in the 14th minute. Cyrus Christie brought Tom Barkhuizen down inside the box and Nathaniel Mendez-Laing dispatched the resulting penalty to cut the deficit in half and, despite piling on the pressure, Derby succumbed to a second home defeat of the season. Williams told a press conference: “We started the game very well, we were good up until we scored the second goal then we lost the grip on the game and I thought Derby were the better team. “The next thing for us we have to be able to maintain that level throughout the game and we weren’t able to do that to be quite honest today. “They made it difficult, reacted very well after the second goal and didn’t go under, far from it.” Swansea leapfrogged their opponents into the top half of the table with their sixth win of the season and took three points back to south Wales following two last-minute defeats by Burnley and Leeds heading into the match. Williams added: “We’ve recently conceded late goals but they’re a very resilient group and we saw it out in the end. “We’ve dominated games a lot but probably failed to score when we’ve been that dominant and tonight we managed to score the goals when we were dominant. “We scored the goals at the right time today.” Derby had been unbeaten in their last three matches coming into this one but Paul Warne put defeat down to a poor start. He said: “We conceded two and didn’t get close enough, weren’t aggressive enough, not enough body contact and looked soft, that’s my fault. “Maybe I didn’t message it properly. Sometimes it doesn’t come down to shape and tactics but I thought that was what the difference was. “Credit Swansea for the win but after the 25 mins it looked like we would score. I really enjoyed it, that’s the truth. I had 70 minutes of a team giving everything, I don’t think we’ve had that many attempts in the Championship this season. “It’s a rude awakening, last year we would’ve won that 4-2.”Brazil extends Nike kit deal to 2038 and AP source says its worth $100 million per year

LONDON — Pooches in pullovers paraded past Buckingham Palace on Saturday for a gathering of dogs in Christmas sweaters to raise funds for rescue charities. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. About 130 pets, and their owners, walked Saturday from St. James's Park and along the Mall, the wide boulevard that leads to the royal palace as part of the Christmas Jumper Parade. Flossie the dog barks Saturday during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade in central London. Prizes were awarded for best-dressed pets, with contenders including canine Santas, puppy elves and a French bulldog dressed in a red beret and pink jacket adorned with red bows. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. The event was organized by Rescue Dogs of London and Friends to raise money for charities that rehome dogs from overseas. People take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. Christmas sweater animal parades have become something of an annual tradition in London. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. There are more to come this year, including an event for corgis — the late Queen Elizabeth II's favorite breed — on Dec. 7 and the dachshund-friendly Hyde Park Sausage Walk on Dec 15. From bags of kibble in the grocery store to modern home sizes, things are getting smaller—and evidently, Americans are starting to look for furry friends that match. Small breeds like terriers and toys have largely dethroned the retrievers that once dominated the most popular breed rankings. This is a continuation of a trend that began in 2022 when the Labrador retriever lost its 31-year-long streak as #1 to the French bulldog, according to the American Kennel Club. This shift may be partially attributable to the rising costs of pet products and veterinary care since smaller dogs are more economical for tighter budgets. Moreover, as remote work and nomadic living become increasingly more common, smaller dogs may appeal to those looking for pets that require less space and are easier to transport. In fact, only two sporting dog breeds are the most popular in any American state—and neither is a Labrador retriever. The most popular dog overall represents 4% of all dogs in the country—constituting over 2.3 million out of 58 million households with dogs. Ollie used data from U.S. News & World Report to further explore which dog breeds are the most popular in which states and what factors may drive residents' preferences. Named after the northern Mexican state from which it originates, the Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed and one of the oldest, with a lineage that dates as far back as the ninth century. Today, the breed makes up a remarkable 4% of all dogs in the United States and is the most popular overall in 21 states. It ranks within the top five most common breeds in 42 states in total. Requiring just 200 to 250 calories per day but boasting a lifespan of 14 to 16 years, the Chihuahua offers owners low-cost longevity and is known for its adaptability and amusing personality. The French bulldog is a compact companion known for being friendly yet quiet, making it suitable for a range of lifestyles and homes. The breed has roots in the English bulldog, which was bred to a smaller size to accompany its working English owners, many of whom were artisans. As such trades closed amid the Industrial Revolution, these workers and their little bulldogs moved to France, where the breed's popularity began. The French developed a more standardized appearance which was iterated upon in the U.S. to develop the iconic bat ears. The breed has recently seen a massive increase in popularity, with AKC registrations surging by 1,000% between 2012 and 2022. Now, the French bulldog is the most popular dog in Florida, California, and Hawaii and is in the top five most common dogs in nearly half the remaining states. With webbed paws and an affinity for water, golden retrievers are lucky pups to be the favored breed of the Midwest. They are the most popular dogs in states bordering the Great Lakes—Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio; the entirety of the New England region minus Rhode Island; plus North Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, and Virginia. The iconic golden breed was developed in 19th-century Scotland to retrieve both from land and water during hunts, hence its swimming-related adaptations. Golden retrievers are known for their affectionate nature and eagerness to please, making them well-suited for service and other working dog roles. As loyal as they are intelligent, German shepherds are among the favored breeds for guide, military, police, and search and rescue roles. The breed, which first arrived in America in the early 20th century, also enjoys peak popularity in Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Athletic in nature, the breed requires lots of exercise, making them well-suited for homes with or near lots of open land. They are also well-adapted to cold temperatures and harsher climates due to their thick double coats of fur. The shih tzu, whose name means "lion" in Chinese, is king of the Empire State (New York) as well as Iowa, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. Roughly a quarter of New York state residents live in apartments, making the dog that averages 9 to 16 pounds perfect for compact households. Despite being known for its playfulness, the breed does not require much physical activity or space. The breed dates back over 1,000 years but was first brought to America surprisingly recently, following World War II. According to the American Kennel Club, every shih tzu alive today has direct lineage to just 14 shih tzus that were saved when the breed nearly went extinct during the Communist revolution. Representing the best of both worlds, the golden retriever and poodle hybrid is known for its friendly, sociable demeanor and trainability. Bred to be guide dogs in the 1960s, the hybrid is not recognized as an official breed by the AKC, so there is no breed standard. Goldendoodles can thus range from mini-sized to about 90 pounds and may have fur that is curly, straight, or somewhere in between. While not official, the family-friendly dog has left paw prints all over the country, ranking in the top five most popular dogs in 37 states. In Idaho and Utah, the goldendoodle is the most popular overall. Maxing out at just 7 pounds, the Yorkshire terrier is the most popular breed among Maryland and Washington D.C. residents. This is not necessarily surprising considering the housing stock of the nation's capital is comprised mostly of apartment units, making the pint-sized pup perfect for metropolitans. The toy breed was bred to chase rats out of mines and mills in 19th-century England, arriving in North America in the 1870s and gaining official recognition by the AKC in 1885. Now, the breed is among the top five most common dogs in 26 states. The breed is a true terrier at heart, known for its feisty yet affectionate nature.' Additional research by Eliza Siegel. Story editing by Carren Jao. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Tim Bruns. This story originally appeared on Ollie and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!The Mint Sweater, chic women’s clothing boutique, opens in Newport News’ Hilton VillageToronto, Nov 28 (AP) Canada is already examining possible retaliatory tariffs on certain items from the United States should President-elect Donald Trump follow through on his threat to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products, a senior official has said. Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico if the countries don't stop what he called the flow of drugs and migrants across southern and northern borders. He said he would impose a 25 per cent tax on all products entering the US from Canada and Mexico as one of his first executive orders. A Canadian government official said on Wednesday that Canada is preparing for every eventuality and has started thinking about what items to target with tariffs in retaliation. The official stressed no decision has been made. The person spoke on condition of anonymity as they were not authorized to speak publicly. When Trump imposed higher tariffs during his first term in office, other countries responded with retaliatory tariffs of their own. Canada, for instance, announced billions of new duties in 2018 against the US in a tit-for-tat response to new taxes on Canadian steel and aluminium. Many of the US products were chosen for their political rather than economic impact. For example, Canada imports USD 3 million worth of yogurt from the US annually and most comes from one plant in Wisconsin, home state of then-House Speaker Paul Ryan. That product was hit with a 10 per cent duty. Another product on the list was whiskey, which comes from Tennessee and Kentucky, the latter of which is the home state of then-Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell. Trump made the threat Monday while railing against an influx of illegal migrants, even though the numbers at Canadian border pale in comparison to the southern border. The US Border Patrol made 56,530 arrests at the Mexican border in October alone — and 23,721 arrests at the Canadian one between October 2023 and September 2024. Canadian officials say lumping Canada in with Mexico is unfair but say they are happy to work with the Trump administration to lower the numbers from Canada. The Canadians are also worried about influx north of migrants if Trump follows through with his plan for mass deportations. Trump also railed about fentanyl from Mexico and Canada, even though seizures from the Canadian border pale in comparison to the Mexican border. US customs agents seized 43 pounds of fentanyl at the Canadian border last fiscal year, compared with 21,100 pounds at the Mexican border. Canadian officials argue their country is not the problem and that tariffs will have severe implications for both countries. Canada is the top export destination for 36 US states. Nearly USD 3.6 billion Canadian (USD 2.7 billion) worth of goods and services cross the border each day. About 60 per cent of US crude oil imports are from Canada, and 85 per cent of US electricity imports are from Canada. Canada is also the largest foreign supplier of steel, aluminium and uranium to the US and has 34 critical minerals and metals that the Pentagon is eager for and investing in for national security. "Canada is essential to the United States' domestic energy supply," Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said. Trump has pledged to cut American energy bills in half within 18 months, something that could be made harder if a 25 per cent premium is added to Canadian oil imports. In 2023, Canadian oil accounted for almost two-thirds of total US oil imports and about one-fifth of the US oil supply. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is holding an emergency virtual meeting on Wednesday with the leaders of Canada's provinces, who want Trudeau to negotiate a bilateral trade deal with the United States that excludes Mexico. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Wednesday that her administration is already working up a list of possible retaliatory tariffs "if the situation comes to that". (AP) DIV DIV (This story has not been edited by THE WEEK and is auto-generated from PTI)Does Kendrick Lamar Have Bad Blood With Father John Misty? - Vulture

Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, has made fresh appointments to fill the positions of the Chief Executive Officers for the National Universities Commission (NUC), Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI) and the New Partnership for Africa Development (NEPAD). This was disclosed in a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, the presidential spokesperson. Among those who made the list were Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi Tsauri, who was appointed as the national coordinator of NEPAD, and Yazid Shehu Umar Danfulani, appointed to fill the position of the executive secretary of the SMDF/PAGMI. READ ALSO : Tinubu hails Okonjo-Iweala’s reappointment as WTO Director General Tsauri is a seasoned diplomat who holds a master’s in international Affairs and Diplomacy from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU). Onanuga described him as a seasoned administrator who has an expertise in global affairs and legislative processes. Danfulani, on the other hand, holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s in arts and management from the University of Hertfordshire in the United Kingdom. Other appointments made by the president are Abdullahi Yusuf Ribadu, appointed as the NUC’s executive secretary, and Salisu Shehu, who was appointed as the executive secretary of the NERDC. Shehu, the new executive secretary of the NERDC had once served as the vice-chancellor of Al-Istiqamah University, Kano. Ribadu has also held the vice-chancellor positions at two universities. He had served as the vice-chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Yola, and the Sule Lamido University, Jigawa state.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- U.S. Ambassador Rahm Emanuel is back home in Chicago, with a very blunt assessment of the election. But, he was also very coy about his own future after his time in Japan ends next year. ABC7 Chicago political reporter Craig Wall sat down with him for a one-on-one interview, during which Emanuel had some tough words for the Democratic Party. Former Mayor Emanuel came back to Chicago to celebrate Thanksgiving with his family over the holiday weekend. But, the results of the presidential election were nothing for the lifelong Democrat to be thankful for. He's not pulling punches in assessing what went wrong. Emanuel, a self-described political junkie, had a lot to say about the outcome of the election. When asked if he was surprised by the results, Emanuel said "yes and no." "That's the honest truth. I don't know if my head was one place, my heart was another place," he said. RELATED: IL Dem Rep. Casten introduces new resolution to force Ethics Committee to release Gaetz report But, his frustrations with Kamala Harris' campaign and the state of the Democratic Party were in many other places. He said the campaign's messaging was wrong. Former two-term Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama were pushed aside, and the Democratic Party became the establishment that voters rejected, he said. "We, as a party, go from the anti-establishment, in COVID, wear the coat of the establishment: Listen, put a mask on, close the schools, shut this down. And we become the establishment," Emanuel said. He said Donald Trump's victory was a vote against the establishment instead of a vote for change. And it should be a wake-up call for the Democratic Party, which he said is in disarray. "And here's what I would say to the Democrats: You have a YETI cup? Sit down and shut up. Stop telling people how to live their lives. Start listening to them a little more," Emanuel said. Emanuel will tender his resignation as ambassador to Japan when Trump takes office. He has served in that position since March of 2022. When asked if he was interested in being chair of the Democratic National Committee, which has been speculated in some political circles, Emanuel said, "That's not what I was thinking about for my life." "But, I think we're at a very crucial point, and there's a lot of different ways, doesn't have to be party chairman to contribute to the development and kind of 'regirding' the party for the future because we are on our back heels right now," he said. Emanuel also brushed off questions about whether he wants to run for Senate or governor. But, he made it clear he is not done with public service. When he gets back in six weeks, he will take a break, and then evaluate the possibilities.

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