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Musiliu Akinsanya, known as MC Oluomo, has secured the prestigious role of National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), following an election held at the union's zonal secretariat in Osun State. A sole candidate endorsed by the south-west states, he called for unity among members while emphasizing a forgiving approach to past conflicts. Notably, previous suspensions prove no barrier to his current leadership.

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are in disarray as Deputy President Floyd Shivambu resigns amidst ongoing allegations of corruption tied to the VBS Mutual Bank scandal. The resignation has sent shockwaves through the party’s leadership, with Julius Malema expressing deep emotional distress. This significant development signals a potential restructuring within the EFF.

Edwin Sifuna, ODM Secretary-General, has confirmed that the Orange Democratic Movement did not partake in President William Ruto's cabinet picks. Despite the appointment of four ODM members to cabinet positions, Sifuna emphasized any potential coalition requires a formal party resolution. He criticized the nominees for unapproved acceptance.

U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns after a security breach during a Trump rally leads to bipartisan criticism and impeachment calls. Cheatle acknowledged the agency's failures before the House Oversight Committee. A bipartisan task force has been established to investigate and propose reforms.

In 2016, Hillary Clinton made history by becoming the first female presidential candidate of a major U.S. political party. Although she won the popular vote, the electoral college system led to her defeat against Donald Trump. This moment was a result of the groundwork laid by pioneers like Victoria Woodhull and other female trailblazers in American politics.

Sky News revised its headline after facing backlash for seemingly blaming former President Trump for an assassination attempt on his life. The controversy deepened as the original headline remained in the URL, fueling more criticism. Despite the changes, both Sky News and Comcast have remained silent on the issue.