Burkina Faso Rejects US Deportation Plan as ‘Indecent Insult,’ Faces US Visa Suspension

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October 10, 2025

Burkina Faso’s military-led government has flatly rejected a proposal from the United States to accept migrants deported from American soil, calling the plan an “indecent” insult to the country’s sovereignty and dignity.

The decision directly challenges one of President Donald Trump’s key immigration policies, which seeks to deport individuals to third countries, even those with which they have no prior connection.

Rejection as Insult: Foreign Affairs Minister Karamoko Jean-Marie Traore announced the rejection on national television late Thursday, stating the proposal “runs completely contrary to the principle of dignity.”

In reaction to Traore’s statement, the U.S. Embassy in Ouagadougou announced it would suspend most visa services for Burkinabe citizens, transferring consular operations to Lome, the capital of neighbouring Togo.

Minister of foreign affairs, noted that it was right to question the timing of the embassy’s move, suggesting it could be a form of diplomatic pressure.

“Is this blackmail? Is this a way to put pressure on us? Whatever it is, Burkina Faso is a land of dignity, a destination, not a dumping ground,” he declared.

While Burkina Faso drew a firm line, several other African nations, including Eswatini, Ghana, Rwanda, and South Sudan, have in recent months agreed to take in deportees from the United States.

The diplomatic standoff highlights Burkina Faso’s growing resistance to Western influence as it redefines its foreign policy under a doctrine of sovereignty, self-respect, and regional strength.

Since seizing power in September 2022, military leader Captain Ibrahim Traore has positioned himself as a Pan-African and anti-imperialist figure.

His government has actively distanced itself from Western powers, particularly France, while simultaneously strengthening ties with Russia in pursuit of greater national independence.

This rejection of the US migrant proposal is seen as the latest manifestation of this new foreign policy direction.

Wike, Okpebholo, Ododo Endorse Babangida, Okorie for NYCN Presidency

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October 8, 2025

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, alongside Edo State Governor Lucky Okpebholo and Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, has endorsed Comrade Babangida Onimisi Isah (BOI) for the position of President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN).

The endorsement followed a closed-door meeting held at the FCT Minister’s residence in Abuja, where discussions focused on youth leadership, national unity, and the need for credible representation within the council.

Political observers described the endorsement as a major boost to Babangida’s ambition ahead of the forthcoming NYCN national election.

In his reaction, Comrade Babangida Onimisi Isah expressed appreciation to the leaders for their confidence in his capacity, pledging to justify the trust reposed in him, just as Amb. Ushi Israel emphasised that the NYCN was a vehicle to the destiny of the Nigerian Youths

“This endorsement is a call to service. I will work tirelessly to promote unity among Nigerian youths and pursue policies that advance their interests,” he said.

Supporters of the aspirant have described the move as a reflection of growing confidence in Babangida’s leadership credentials and his long-standing involvement in youth mobilisation across the country.

Comrade Babangida Onimisi Isah, a youth development advocate and social mobiliser, has been actively involved in several grassroots initiatives across Nigeria.

He is widely regarded for his commitment to youth empowerment, civic education, and inclusive leadership, with a reputation for bridging divides among young people from diverse backgrounds.

The National Youth Council of Nigeria is expected to hold its national election soon, with several aspirants jostling for key positions.

Fejiro Oliver Sues Delta Governor Oborevwori, IGP, Others for N1 Billion Over Alleged Rights Violation

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October 6, 2025

Agboje Chuks

Delta Born Journalist, Mr. Tega Oghenedoro, popularly known as Fejiro Oliver, has filed a {N}1 billion lawsuit against the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, Senator representing Delta Central, Ede Dafinone, and Executive Director of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Stella Okotete.

The suit, filed at the Federal High Court in Asaba, also names the Inspector General of Police (IGP), the Delta State Commissioner of Police, and police officers DCP Adegoke Alani and CSP Solomon Nwokolo as respondents.

Oliver is challenging the enforcement of his fundamental rights to dignity of the human person, personal liberty, privacy, and freedom of movement.
Fejiro’s legal action comes after his arrest on September 19, 2025, by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department (FID) in Garki, Abuja.

Recall that his arrest and subsequent transfer to Asaba, the Delta State capital, were allegedly ordered by Governor Oborevwori.

The journalist, who was still in police custody at the anti-kidnapping department in Asaba at the time of the suit’s filing, was formally charged on October 4, 2025, for allegedly cyberstalking Governor Oborevwori and Senator Dafinone through a series of Facebook posts described by the police as “defamatory.”

Prior to the lawsuit, a Federal High Court in Asaba had given the Nigeria Police Force 48 hours to show cause why Oliver should not be unconditionally released, following his 16-day detention on the cyberstalking allegations.

The suit, filed on Oliver’s behalf by his counsel, human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong, Esq., of Inibehe Effiong Chambers, Abuja, demands {N}1,000,000,000 (One Billion Naira) as general and exemplary damages for the alleged violation of his fundamental rights.

The Applicant, Tega Samson Oghenedoro (Alias Fejiro Oliver), names the Governor of Delta State, Senator Ede Omueya Dafinone, Stella Erhuvwuoghene Okotete, CSP Solomon Nwokolo, DCP Adegoke Alani, Commissioner of Police, Delta State Police Command, Nigeria Police Force, and the Inspector General of Police as the 1st to 8th respondents, respectively.
Summary of Demands (Reliefs) The suit seeks the following key reliefs from the court:

Declaration of Rights

Violation: A declaration that his arrest, transfer from Abuja to Delta State without a duly registered warrant, prolonged detention, and the seizure/searching of his personal mobile phone without a lawfully issued warrant, are all unlawful, unconstitutional, and a gross violation of his fundamental rights as enshrined in Sections 34, 35, 37, and 41 of the Nigerian Constitution and the African Charter on Human and People’s Rights.

Written Apology: An order compelling the respondents, jointly and severally, to publish an unreserved written apology to the Applicant in three (3) National Newspapers for breaching his fundamental rights.

Damages: An order compelling the respondents, jointly and severally, to pay {N}1,000,000,000.00 as General and Exemplary damages.

Perpetual Injunction: An order perpetually restraining the respondents from further arresting or interfering with the Applicant’s dignity, liberty, and other fundamental rights.

Delta Police Charge Fejiro For Calling.Sheriff “Sleeping Governor Who Rigged Election”, Also Dafinone “Sleeping Senator”

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October 4, 2025

According to court documents filed at the Asaba Judicial Division, the police alleged that Oliver, “between the months of August and July, 2025, in Asaba within Asaba Judicial Division did make publications on your Facebook account with name – Fejiro Oliver, cyberstalking His Excellency Sheriff Oborevwori the Governor of Delta State.”

A Delta-based journalist, Oghenedoro Tega (Fejiro Oliver), has been charged by the Delta State Police Command for allegedly cyberstalking Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and Senator Ede Dafinone through a series of Facebook posts described by the police as “defamatory.”

According to court documents filed at the Asaba Judicial Division, the police alleged that Oliver, “between the months of August and July, 2025, in Asaba within Asaba Judicial Division did make publications on your Facebook account with name – Fejiro Oliver, cyberstalking His Excellency Sheriff Oborevwori the Governor of Delta State.”

In the charge, Oliver was accused of stating that “the Governor travelled to Brazil without the people knowing and making it ‘Hush-Hush’, ‘the governor gave contracts to his boys worth billions of Naira for rigging election’, ‘the Governor sent government officials to China, spending millions of Dollars only to go and inspect CNG buses instead of attracting investor.'”

He was further said to have written that “the governor is a sleeping governor who rigged election,” a statement the police claim was “aimed at destroying his reputation and thereby committed an offence punishable under section 24 (2) (c) (ii) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition Prevention etc) Act, 2015, as amended.”

In a separate charge, the journalist was accused of making similar publications against Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District.

The police alleged that Oliver, “between the months of May, and July, 2025, in Asaba within Asaba Judicial Division did make publications on your Facebook account with name – Fejiro Oliver, cyberstalking Senator Ede Dafinone, currently representing Delta Central Senatorial District in the Nigerian Senate,” describing him as “grossly incompetent senator,” “sleeping senator,” “betraying ingrate,” “Dodo Senator,” “POS Senator,” “Scammer in NASS,” and that “Senator Ede Dafinone must be recalled from the Senate.”

The publication, according to the charge, was “aimed at destroying his reputation and thereby committed an offence punishable under section 24 (2) (c) (ii) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition Prevention etc) Act, 2015, as amended.”

The charge sheet, dated the 3rd day of October, 2025, was signed by R.O. Eze Esq., Legal Officer, Directorate of Legal Services, Delta State Police Command, Asaba.

Fejiro’s lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, described the charges as frivolous and desperate attempt to keep his client in custody.

SaharaReporters earlier reported that the Federal High Court in Asaba, Delta State, had given the Nigeria Police Force 48 hours to show cause why Delta-born journalist Tega Oghenedoro, popularly known as Fejiro Oliver, should not be released unconditionally after spending 16 days in detention on allegations of cyberstalking.

The order was issued on Thursday, October 2, 2025, by Hon. Justice F. A. Olubanjo, following an ex parte application filed by Fejiro’s counsel and human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong.

Fejiro, the editor of Secret Reporters, has been a vocal critic of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and other government officials.

He was arrested at his Abuja office on September 18, 2025, and flown to Asaba after a petition was lodged against him by the Delta governor.

DELTA DECIDES Gives Commissioner Of Police 48 Hours To Release Mr. Fejiro Oliver From Custody

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October 3, 2025

Agboje Chuks

A Social Media platform, and human rights advocacy organization known as DELTA DECIDES has written to the Delta State Police Command to unconditionally release Mr. Fejiro Oliver, Publisher of Secret Reporters from Custody

According to the Chief Strategist, Mr. Agboje Chuks, he noted that the unlawful dentention was awful and will demarket the Nigerian Police and the State if not properly handled

He urged the Inspector general of Police to immediately render an unreserved apology to Mr. Fejiro Oliver, Stegma Media Company, Publishers of DELTA DECIDES and other media outfits for the social harm and harassment it has caused

The letter Reads:

The Commissioner Of Police
Delta State Command
Asaba
Delta State, Nigeria

Dear Sir

DEMAND FOR THE UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF MR. FEJIRO OLIVER FROM POLICE CUSTODY

We represent Stegma Media Company, the publishers of DELTA DECIDES, a social media organization dedicated to the constitutional mandate of informing and educating the public for societal betterment.

As Journalists, we hereby write to demand for the immediate and unconditional release of Mr. Fejiro Oliver, proprietor of Secret Reporters and other media platforms, from the custody of the Delta State Police Command.

Sir, Mr. Oliver has been unlawfully detained for a period exceeding two weeks without being charged before a court of competent jurisdiction.

This demand is firmly rooted in the fundamental laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and established international human rights instruments

The continued detention of Mr. Oliver constitutes a grave violation of his Fundamental Human Rights as guaranteed under the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), specifically: Section 35 (1) which gives the right to personal liberty, and prohibits arbitrary arrest and detention.

Sir, Section 35 (4) & (5): also State that anybody who is arrested or detained should be brought before a court within a reasonable time, which in this case has been grossly exceeded.

Section 39 (1): also specifically gave citizens including journalists the right to freedom of expression, including the right to hold opinions and to receive and impart ideas and information without interference. This is has also been breached

Section 22 emphasized the constitutional obligation of the Press, Radio, Television, and other agencies of the mass media to uphold the responsibility and accountability of the Government to the people.

We are worried that Mr. Fejiro Oliver detention also contravenes Nigeria’s obligations under international law, particularly Article 9 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, which enshrines the right to receive information and the right to express and disseminate opinions within the law.

The Nigerian jurisprudence has also consistently condemned the use of arrest and detention as a tool to stifle dissent or punish criticism.

Sir, we will like to draw your attention to the locus classicus case of Arthur Nwankwo v. State (1985), where the Court of Appeal struck down the law of sedition as unconstitutional and inimical to the principles of free speech and democracy.

Similarly, in Issa Konate v. Burkina Faso, the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights ruled that criminal defamation is an unjustifiable restriction on freedom of expression in a democratic society.

The appropriate legal recourse for alleged defamatory publication is a civil action for libel, not punitive and unlawful detention as been witnessed

As journalists, we are miffed that your failure to charge him to court for such an extensive period is not only a flagrant disregard for the rule of law but also raises serious concerns about the Delta State Police Command being used to infringe upon the freedom of the press and intimidate journalists who seek to hold public officials accountable.

TAKE NOTICE that upon the expiration of 48 hours from the receipt of this letter, should Mr. Fejiro Oliver not be unconditionally released, we shall proceed to institute legal action, including but not limited to an action for the enforcement of fundamental rights and a suit for exemplary damages for unlawful detention, against the Inspector-General of Police, the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, and other necessary parties.

We further demand a formal, unreserved apology to Mr. Fejiro Oliver, Stegma Media Company and other indigenous media outfits for the trauma and professional injury caused by this unlawful detention, which has the collateral effect of harming the perception of Nigeria and Delta State as a place where the rule of law and democratic freedoms are respected.

We anticipate your immediate compliance with this lawful demand.

Yours faithfully,
Agboje Chuks
Chief Strategist
Stegma Media Company/DELTA DECIDES

What is Keeping The Former PDP Vice Presidential Candidate From Meeting Tinubu?

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October 2, 2025

Agboje Chuks

There is growing unease over the strained relationship between the immediate past Governor of Delta State, Senator Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa who also served as the Vice Presidential Candidate to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in the 2023 general elections and the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), particularly President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

This development has unsettled some of Okowa’s loyalists and followers who had hoped that his eventual alignment with the APC would help them secure contracts, political appointments, or other forms of patronage.

Their rising skepticism has prompted questions about why the former governor has yet to meet with President Tinubu or other top APC leaders since his reported defection.

Findings suggest that President Tinubu remains displeased with Okowa’s role in the events leading up to the 2023 elections, particularly his alleged involvement in strategies that were seen as attempts to undermine the APC.

One key issue was the controversial naira redesign policy implemented under the former Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele which was widely criticized as economic sabotage and a tool to frustrate Tinubu’s campaign.

It will be recalled that during the height of the naira scarcity crisis, Mr. Charles Aniagwu who was and currently the Delta State Commissioner for Information and Atiku’s spokesperson, openly admitted on hisFacebook page that the policy was aimed at preventing Tinubu from using financial resources to influence voters.

Sources within the APC further disclosed that Okowa, alongside his principal Atiku Abubakar, was believed to have forged alliances with northern elites in Aso Rock in a bid to retain power in the North. An arrangement that did not sit well with the eventual winner of the elections and the people of the South

Another factor complicating Okowa’s political standing is the recent migration of key Delta PDP leaders to the APC, led by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.

The move, sources say, was largely strategic and designed to safeguard Oborevwori from a potential defeat in the 2027 governorship elections.

According to insiders, Okowa was initially resistant to this shift, but he eventually had no choice but to acquiesce. “If he had opposed the move, all his loyalists would have deserted him to follow the Governor. His political camp would have been empty,” one source revealed.

Beyond electoral politics, Okowa’s partnership with Atiku Abubakar as a running mate was also viewed by some in the South-South as a betrayal.

His involvement in policies linked to Emefiele’s CBN tenure was perceived as economic sabotage, leaving many in the region unwilling to forgive.

Despite his defection, Okowa has conspicuously not been received by President Tinubu, nor has he held visible meetings with Senate President Godswill Akpabio or the Chief of Staff, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila.

For many observers, this silence underscores lingering distrust at the highest levels of the APC and raises questions about Okowa’s actual standing within the ruling party.

Until these issues are resolved, speculation will continue over why the former vice-presidential candidate remains politically isolated in Abuja’s power circles.

Tantita Security, Delta State Unveil Eight Classrooms for Warri Prison Inmates’ Education

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September 30, 2025

Warri, Delta State — In a landmark move to prioritize inmate reintegration, Tantita Security Services Ltd, in partnership with the Delta State Government, on Tuesday commissioned an eight-classroom block at the Medium Security Correction Centre, Okere Road, Warri.

The project, jointly undertaken by the private security firm and the state, is designed to significantly enhance educational and vocational training for inmates, aligning with the state’s broader human development agenda.

Managing Director of Tantita Security Services, Chief Keston Pondi, reaffirmed his company’s commitment to social upliftment at the ceremony.

“Education is a crucial tool for reducing recidivism and fostering peace in society,” Chief Pondi stated, underscoring the facility as a major investment in human development.

Representing Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, described the new classrooms as a practical reflection of the administration’s dedication to using education as a “bridge between incarceration and reintegration.”

“By equipping inmates with knowledge and skills, we are not just giving them a second chance but also contributing to the growth and security of our state,” the Commissioner emphasized.

He added that the facility will provide a conducive environment for inmates to pursue both academic and vocational training, in line with Governor Oborevwori’s policy of empowering citizens through learning.

Prof. Tonukari also lauded Tantita Security Services for its robust corporate social responsibility, citing the collaboration as an exemplary model for effective government-private sector synergy.

The inauguration ceremony underscored the growing collaboration between government and private stakeholders in Delta State, with both parties affirming that the new facility will serve as a beacon of hope for inmates seeking a fresh start and a renewed sense of purpose

Why Delta State Governor, Oborevwori May Not Win Second Term

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September 27, 2025

Agboje Chuks

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s path to a second term in 2027 faces a significant obstacle: a growing rift and perceived lack of support from within the All Progressives Congress (APC) structure, fueled by the recent defection of his faction.

The internal conflict stems from the Governor’s move from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into the APC, which has sparked resentment among existing, or “old APC” members.

Sources indicate that the “old APC” structure is deeply unhappy with Governor Oborevwori, alleging that he has not supported the party since his defection and may mobilize against him in the lead-up to the 2026 primary elections.

A major flashpoint is the Governor’s alleged resistance to integrate the “old APC” into his administration.

Sources close to the APC disclosed that the Governor has refused to dissolve the cabinet to accommodate the newly aligned APC members.

A source within the Delta State Government House suggests that Governor Oborevwori intends to retain existing officials and is unwilling to accommodate the “old APC” faction, claiming it was a perceived snub that has intensified the resentment.

An APC leadership source confided that the Governor’s failure to incorporate the “old APC” into his cabinet provides no incentive for this powerful bloc to support him when the time for primary elections arrives.

Furthermore, the ongoing ₦100,000 Empowerment Program was cited as a specific example of exclusion.

The source indicated that this program has only captured members of the Governor’s former party, the “old PDP,” completely omitting the established “old APC” structure.

This situation suggests a fracture that could seriously undermine Governor Oborevwori’s political future if the “old APC” structure mobilizes against his candidacy ahead of the 2027 election.

The Deep Call to Serve: An Encounter with Dr. Hillary Ibegbulem’s Goodwill

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September 27, 2025

Agboje Chuks

The weight of the world was pressing down on me. Stress from work, a deep-seated desire to inject real value and integrity back into our community’s norms, it was a heavy burden to carry.

Honestly, I felt drained, my energy reserves completely depleted, and a desperate need to find a source of succor, a wellspring of renewed strength to press on with my mission.

I sought a quiet space, a refuge where I could simply breathe and gather myself for the greater tasks ahead.

But even in that stillness, my mind wouldn’t rest. It kept circling back to the same thought: How can I genuinely help?
How can I make a tangible, lasting difference in my community?

This impulse, this unyielding urge to contribute, is what defines a true son or daughter of Ute Okpu.

And as my mind searched for examples, it was drawn, almost magnetically, to the names of those who have paved the way, those whose lives are a testament to selfless giving.

While pondering on this, I quickly was drawn to the Astonishing Generosity of Dr. Hillary Ibegbulem, an Ute Okpu Son

Then, with a force that truly took my breath away, the realization of Dr. Hillary Ibegbelum’s impact flooded my thoughts.

Through critical reflection, I saw the sheer scale of what he has achieved for the people of Ikaland, a feat of compassion and commitment that is almost unbelievable.

Let’s look at the heart-stopping reality of his work and a ledger of generosity that speaks not of finance, but of human lives profoundly changed:

A Fleet of Hope: This year alone, Dr. Hillary Ibegbebulem has purchased over 15 cars for individuals, each averaging over 10 million naira. That’s a staggering 150 million investment in mobility, enterprise, and dignity.

Opening the World: He has facilitated over 12 visas, complete with work permits, sending people to destinations across the globe.

The financial commitment, nearing 360 million Naira pales in comparison to the infinite potential he unlocked for those families.

Grassroots Empowerment: He bought about 40 bikes for community members, costing around 60 million Naira, a direct investment in small businesses and local transportation, providing a means of livelihood on a daily basis.

But is that the limit of his kindness? Absolutely not.

The memory of his Christmas benevolence is still vivid: he spent an estimated one billion naira to bring joy and sustenance, procuring three trailers of rice and tomatoes and adding 10,000 naira to the hands of countless families.

To witness a single man spend so much, purely to change the story of his people, is both astonishing and profoundly moving.

Dr. Ibegbelum’s kindness is not confined by community borders. His compassion reaches out to anyone in need.

I recall the story of Abibat, a young groundnut seller. He didn’t just give her money; he invested in her entire future, sending her and her siblings to the full-boarding Graceville school.He gave them a new trajectory in life.

As I write this, I think of my own friends, Engr. Kindsley Dibie, one who found meaningful employment through his intervention, and another who received the unexpected gift of a Camry Sport car, Mr. Beye Kindsley

This is not just goodwill; this is goodwill personified. It is a life lived with an open hand and a boundless heart.

Though I have not been a direct beneficiary of his immense generosity, the light of his actions shines upon us all, reminding us of the power of one man to heal and lift up an entire community.

His life is the answer to my original question: how best to help? He has shown us that true contribution is measured not in words, but in sacrificial, transformative action.

Dangote Refinery Sacks All Nigerian Workers Amid Unionization Dispute

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September 26, 2025

Agboje Chuks

Lagos, Nigeria – The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has terminated the employment of all its Nigerian workers, a decision that closely follows the mass unionization of the staff.

The development comes less than 24 hours after an estimated 90 percent of the Nigerian workforce formally joined the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN).

This mass sack escalates the ongoing trade dispute between the refinery’s management and the union over the right to unionize.

In an internal memo dated September 25, 2025, and signed by the Chief General Manager of Human Asset Management, Femi Adekunle, the company cited a “total re-organisation” of the plant as the reason for the decision.

The memo also referenced reported cases of sabotage in different units of the refinery as a contributing factor.

The notice directed all affected staff to immediately surrender company property to their line managers and obtain an exit clearance.

The finance department has been instructed to compute and process all final benefits and entitlements in line with the terms of employment.

The refinery management concluded the memo by thanking the dismissed workers for their services.

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