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It’s a good day to be a fine world class master’s graduate

As Palace won their first club trophy, earning a place in the UEFA Conference League. Today, he made history as the first Palace captain to lift a European trophy after a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano in the UCL. Beautiful.

Dean Henderson determined he wanted to avoid a repeat of what Man United did with Sam Johnstone (repeated loans while being promised United’s no. 1). He left the club, joined Crystal Palace in 2023. His heroics helped them defeat Man City in the FA Cup final in 2025

People talk about H1B workers as if millions of Indians randomly woke up one day, booked flights to America, and started taking jobs. That is nowhere close to reality. In many cases, American corporations themselves spent years and millions of dollars building offshore development centers, either directly or through partner firms. Certain projects become so deadline driven and market sensitive that bringing over one or two engineers who already understand the systems, architecture, and business logic becomes the fastest and most efficient option. These are not random people picked off the street. They are often engineers who have already spent years working on the exact product the company depends on. The H1B process itself is long, expensive, and heavily regulated. It can take anywhere from 3 months to over a year, involving lawyers, documentation, approvals, and sponsorship from the US employer because it is ultimately in the company’s business interest. At the end of the day, the engineer arriving in America is also just another human being trying to improve their life. They leave behind family, comfort, and familiarity for opportunity. Most are not arriving with hatred or entitlement. They come with hope. Then the everyday American asks: “Why wasn’t this job given to an American?” That is a fair question, but it should primarily be directed at the corporations making those hiring decisions, not at the individual worker who was asked to come help, again initiated by the US firm. Ironically, the same immigrant likely grew up consuming American culture for years. Hollywood movies, American brands, American technology, American fast food, American dreams. After watching a movie back home, maybe they celebrated the weekend with Pizza Hut or KFC with their family, contributing to American businesses long before ever stepping foot in the country. Little did he/she knew that the so called "American Dream" wasn't meant for a brown person from India. The world is interconnected whether people like it or not. Americans enjoy butter chicken and Indian mangoes. The rest of the world enjoys American products, entertainment, and innovation. That is globalization. And if corporations are free to choose where they manufacture products, where they outsource labor, and where they expand operations, then hiring talent globally is simply part of the same free market system people claim to support. You cannot fully champion capitalism only when it benefits you personally and reject it when competition becomes global. Otherwise, what people actually want is selective capitalism protected by government intervention. The uncomfortable truth is that neither large corporations nor politicians are truly loyal to everyday people. They primarily protect their own interests. Most people, regardless of nationality, are simply trying to survive and build a better future for their families. I just wish people saw each other as human beings first. The world works far better when humanity thrives together instead of constantly searching for someone else to blame.

@yetunede You’re welcome

@PaulAgada_ Awwwn. Thanks for sharing.

If you see this, comment a song you think I should listen to. Cheers 💚

@yetunede Real

Listening to Mikel Obi is a choice and I’ll judge you for that.

BRUNO FERNANDES. RECORD-BREAKER.

Open Apology Letter to the Obidient Movement My Dear Obidient Family, I come before you today with a heavy heart, deep humility, and no excuses. Some time ago, in a moment of frustration and immaturity, I wrote and released a resignation letter as Director of Mobilization. In that letter, I allowed deep frustration & personal emotions to cloud my judgment. I made statements that subtly and unnecessarily dragged Peter Obi, a man I still respect for his vision, integrity, and sacrifice for this nation. That was wrong. It was childish, and beneath the standard I should have upheld, especially as someone who once held a leadership position in this movement. I take full responsibility. No one forced me to write it. No one edited it. It came from me, and it was a mistake. I deleted the letter afterwards, but I know deletion does not erase the damage, the disappointment, or the loss of trust many of you felt. I understand why some of you no longer respect me the way you once did. You had every right to feel let down. To Peter Obi himself (fondly called PO): Sir, I am sincerely sorry. My words were not a true reflection of the values of sacrifice, accountability, and constructive criticism that you preach. I failed in that moment. To every single Obidient, the ones who stayed grinding, the ones who defended the vision even when it was tough, the ones who felt betrayed by my actions, I am deeply sorry. You are the real heroes of this movement. Many of you are young people full of hope and fire for a better Nigeria. You didn’t deserve to see internal cracks turned into public drama. I let you down. I am not writing this because I want something or a position in the movement as I’m enjoying private life. I am writing it because it is the right thing to do. Leadership is not only about when the road is sweet and smooth; it is also about owning up when you mess up. I own this fully. I am committed to rebuilding trust through consistent actions, not just words. But I also know trust is not demanded, it is earned back slowly, if at all. Thank you for reading this. Whether you accept my apology or not, I respect your feelings and your right to hold me accountable. The love I have for a better Nigeria has not changed. You all know me. My respect for the Obidient spirit remains. I am sorry truly. With humility and hope for forgiveness, Your brother in this struggle, Morris Monye. Oya come let’s hug. 😊

I’ll defend Bruno Fernandes to the moon and back (cause he’s easy target for rivals), but he’s not even my favorite United player. My top 3 favorites - Shaw, Bruno, Dalot. Maguire is a close fourth.

Victor Lindelof lost 2Europa League finals with Man Utd, the most recent loss came in his last season. His contract ended, the club opted against renewal. He was clubless for few weeks, then signed for Aston Villa for free. Today, he’s won his first Europa League winners’ medal.

Ironically, Peter Obi is actually the master strategist. The other one is just a thief who only knows how to rig elections.

Since Bruno entered this league, 4 players have more goals (70) 0 players have more assists (71) Just Salah has more g/a in total. Chances created, big chances created etc no one has more. Baba Bruno can be compared to whoever he wants. Best player in whatever team he plays

There are places we pass through in life… and there are places that become part of who we are. Manchester will forever be my home. To the city, the club, and every supporter, my sincerest thank you. These past four years have been unforgettable, filled with moments my family and I will carry with us for the rest of our lives. There simply aren’t enough words to describe the happiness and warmth we’ve felt here. Thank you for every cheer, every memory, and for making us feel at home from the very first day. Forever a Red Devil ❤️

A first-class graduate of Mass Communication at the University of Lagos, Paul Agada, has earned a Master’s degree in Communication and Media Studies from North Carolina State University in the United States of America. @PaulAgada_

@osinaku_prosper Thank you bro

@PaulAgada_ Agada Amazing! Congratulations my bro 🎉

It’s a good day to be a fine world class master’s graduate

@UgochukwuCFR My public speaking class, exam accounted for 50/625 obtainable score. Placing so much emphasis on exams concentrates unnecessary pressure that could spread across the semester in low stakes situations

We need to redesign our education system. A student shouldn’t be entitled to a whole 50-70% of the semester’s entire grade in a single exam. I taught a class in the just concluded Spring semester: 40 assignments in total, no final exam. 93% = A grade. Your A starts from week 1.

I have shared on this space that I got a job with Bloomberg after I got laid off from Meta despite turning down Bloomberg initially. After the lay off, one of the first people I messaged was an engineer at Bloomberg. Someone I'd been casually talking to for about a year. He forwarded my CV to the recruiter. Let me explain how that happened. 🧵

@ManUtd @B_Fernandes8 Let’s get the award in the bag for Bruno

FWA Men's Footballer of the Year ✅ Premier League Player of the Season ❓ ©️ @B_Fernandes8 needs your help to clinch another award!

@pm_omotola Appreciate you brother

My Leader. Once again, congratulations!

@VeritasEver Thank you

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