RJ Nieto of 'Thinking Pinoy' Appointed Assistant Secretary in Office of the Cabinet Secretary

RJ Nieto, the man behind the social media page 'Thinking Pinoy', has been appointed as Assistant Secretary of the Office of the Cabinet Secretary by President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. The appointment memo, signed by the President, stated, "Pursuant to the provisions of existing laws, you are hereby appointed ASSISTANT SECRETARY, OFFICE OF THE CABINET SECRETARY, OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT." Nieto shared the memo on his Facebook page, expressing that he was "grateful and a little scared" of the appointment. He stated his deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve the Filipino people, while also acknowledging the difficult times the country is currently facing. He mentioned that he has yet to take his oath of office and that several formalities need to be completed before he can officially begin his duties, but he anticipates starting "very soon." The work of the Cabinet Secretary's Office involves monitoring the proper implementation of government programs and ensuring that services effectively reach the populace. Nieto also referenced his past studies in mathematics at the University of Bristol, hoping that his training in examining evidence, systems, and complex problems will be beneficial in his new role. This appointment highlights the trend of influential social media personalities taking on significant government positions in the Philippines, where social media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion and discourse. Source: GMA News Philippines