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Farmers’ endorsements could allow undocumented migrants stay — Trump

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US President Donald Trump. Photo: State House

President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested that certain undocumented immigrants may be allowed to remain in the United States temporarily if they receive strong endorsements from their employers in the agricultural sector.

According to a report by The Washington Times, Trump, speaking during a cabinet meeting, said his administration would consider recommendations from farmers when deciding whether some immigrants can stay and continue working.

“We’re also going to work with farmers that if they have strong recommendations for their farms for certain people, we’re going to let them stay in for a while and work with the farmers and then come back and go through a process, a legal process,” Trump said.

The remarks came after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem discussed the administration’s “self-deportation” policy, which encourages undocumented immigrants to leave the country voluntarily.

Trump hinted at the potential development of a guest-worker programme, citing the needs of the agriculture and hospitality industries.

“We have to take care of our farmers and hotels and various places where they need the people,” he said.

He added that workers who receive strong endorsements from their employers could be allowed to return legally under a formal process.

“A farmer will come in with a letter concerning certain people saying they’re great, they’re working hard,” Trump explained. “We’re going to slow it down a bit for them and then we’re ultimately gonna bring them back.”

“They’ll go out, they’re gonna come back as legal workers,” he added. “It’s very important” to handle it that way, Trump said.

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Explosions in Tel Aviv as Iran launches major missile attacks on Israel

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June 13, 2025

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Iran has fired hundreds of various ballistic missiles towards Israel.

Iran described it as the beginning of its “crushing response” to Israeli attacks on the country on Friday.

The development comes after Ekwutosblog reported that Israeli military carried out dozens of airstrikes on Iran.

 

Many media outlets report that smoke could be seen rising from Tel Aviv, and explosions were heard in both Tel Aviv and Jerusalem following the retaliation from Iran.

Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces, IDF, have confirmed that Iran launched major ballistic missiles against Israel.

IDF said defence systems were actively intercepting the threat.

Authorities in Israel have issued an urgent directive to all civilians to enter a protected space immediately and remain there until further notice.

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Lagos loses N4trn yearly to traffic congestion, moves to regulate tanker operations

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The Lagos State Government has disclosed that the state suffers economic losses amounting to approximately N4 trillion each year due to persistent traffic congestion

This was revealed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Mr Sola Giwa, during a recent interview on TVC News.

He identified unregulated parking and the chaotic activities of tankers and articulated vehicles along key logistics corridors as major contributors to the problem.

In response, the government has announced the enforcement of an Electronic Call-Up (E-Call-Up) system, scheduled to take effect from Monday, June 16, 2025.

The initiative targets tankers and articulated vehicles operating along the Lekki-Epe corridor

Giwa explained that all truck operators entering Lagos to load or offload goods will now be required to register and book their movements through the E-Call-Up platform.

The system is designed to coordinate truck activities, eliminate indiscriminate roadside parking, and reduce traffic disruptions.

“Under the new system, tanker operators will be required to upload their Authority to Load, ATL, and pre-book assigned parking slots before arriving in Lagos.

The platform will also collect relevant cargo and travel data, supporting better logistical planning and enforcement.

Seven dedicated truck parks have been approved along the Lekki-Epe axis. These facilities will be equipped with restrooms, kitchens, electricity, and other basic amenities to support driver welfare and operational efficiency.

Giwa stated that the policy is the outcome of more than two years of stakeholder engagement and is a key part of the state’s broader efforts to reform its transportation system and build a more efficient and resilient urban environment.

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Resolve land dispute between Ebuka Obi, Ngor Okpala – IPOB urges Imo Govt, Igbo leaders

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The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has urged the Imo State government and Igbo leaders to intervene in the land dispute between Evangelist Ebuka Obi of Zion Ministry and some communities in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area of the state.

In the statement signed by its spokesman, Emma Powerful, IPOB said the relocation of Zion Ministry’s headquarters from Lagos to Imo State aligns with the group’s appeal that Igbos should move their investments back home.

The statement read, “The worldwide initiative and community of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), under the unwavering leadership of Mazi Nnamdi Okwu Kanu, has urged the Imo State Government and other accountable Igbo leaders to intervene in the land dispute between Evangelist Ebuka Obi of Zion Ministry and certain Communities in Ngor Okpala LGA in Imo State to achieve a peaceful resolution.

“The government of Imo State is at the heart of this land conflict. They need to investigate this issue and swiftly and amicably settle the land conflict according to legal and customary land ownership regulations in Igbo Land.

“IPOB does not engage in civil disputes like land-related matters. The relocation of Zion Ministry’s headquarters from Lagos to Imo State aligns with our appeal to bring Igbo investments back home.

“The land disputes between the Zion Ministry and the communities of Ngor Okpala could jeopardize the appeal for investment relocation if not managed appropriately.

“For individuals to bring their investments back home, they will require land on which those investments will be placed. The choice by Zion Ministry to move their headquarters to Alaigbo is a positive step and should not be hindered due to land disputes.

“For this reason, IPOB is urging the Imo State Government along with other caring Igbo sons and daughters to work towards mending the division between Evang. Ebuka Obi, his Zion Ministry, and the Ngor Okpala Communities are committed to resolving matters swiftly and peacefully.”

The statement said data available to IPOB indicated that the Zion Ministry conducted a proper consultation with the communities, who instructed them to engage with the Imo State Government.

He added: “We were notified that Evangelist Ebuka Obi and his ministry consulted the communities before reaching the government of Imo State.

“No governor should take control of a community’s land and transfer it to any investor. Communities must participate in all land negotiations and acquisitions to prevent avoidable disputes.

“To peacefully and swiftly address the ongoing land conflict between the Zion Ministry and the host Community, IPOB is urging:

“The Imo State Government will revisit the areas to confirm that the Zion Ministry has not exceeded the sanctioned region.

“Those provoking the crisis for their own selfish motives must cease.

“Those funding and coordinating demonstrations on this issue need to cease.

“Evang. Ebuka Obi and his ministry ought to return and engage in discussions with the host communities.

“Esteemed Igbo leaders should step in to help reach a satisfactory resolution to the issue.”

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