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The Nigerian Medical Association, Lagos State branch, has expressed concern over the ongoing three-day warning strike by resident doctors at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital. The NMA warned that the industrial action could escalate into a wider healthcare disruption if urgent steps are not taken. The strike, embarked upon by the Association of Resident Doctors, LASUTH, followed what the doctors described as the failure of the Lagos State Government and relevant authorities to address long-standing welfare issues affecting medical personnel in the hospital. In a statement issued by the NMA Lagos Chairman, Dr. Ewonowo Sunday, on Thursday, the association…

South Africa kept their hopes of reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stages for the first time alive after battling to a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in their Group A clash in Atlanta on Thursday. A late penalty from Teboho Mokoena rescued a point for Bafana Bafana after Michal Sadilek had given the Czech Republic an early lead. The result leaves both teams on one point from two matches, with their hopes of progressing to the last 32 still intact. However, both nations will likely need victory in their final group matches to stand a realistic chance of…

Guinness World Records on Thursday named Nigerian chef and restaurateur Hilda Baci a GWR Icon, recognising the multiple record-holder’s impact on global record-breaking culture and her role in inspiring a wave of Guinness World Records attempts in Nigeria. She becomes the first Nigerian to receive the GWR Icon recognition. The GWR Icon title is a distinction used by Guinness World Records to recognise individuals, groups or globally significant figures whose achievements have gone beyond record-setting to leave a lasting international impact. Baci is a multiple Guinness World Records holder whose achievements include setting the record for the longest individual cooking…

The Russian strikes damaged homes, schools and other civilian buildings in Ukraine’s two most populous cities, including the grounds of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a historic monastery that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the country’s most significant religious and cultural landmarks.An art museum in Kharkiv also sustained damage.Night of terrorMatthias Schmale, the UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Ukraine, condemned the large-scale missile and drone attacks, noting that fires broke out in residential buildings and that children were among the overall casualties. “For millions of people across the country, the night was marked by hours of air raid sirens and the…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that candidates can now print their 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination original result slips within two hours of issuance. This was disclosed on Wednesday in a statement issued by JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin. According to the statement, the original result slips contain candidates’ photographs, national ranking, and other security features required for post-UTME screening and admission processes in tertiary institutions. “The 2026 UTME Original Result Slip will be available for printing within the next two hours today, Wednesday, 17th June, 2026,” the statement read. It added, “The Original Result Slip contains the…

The rapid evolution of the global engineering landscape requires continuous education. For one week in April, the IEEE community focuses on its educational frameworks. IEEE Education Week, which just concluded its fifth year, provided a comprehensive overview of the resources available to professionals and students.From 11 to 19 April, the organization supplied a variety of live and virtual events, online resources, and promotions that champion the cycle of lifelong learning.IEEE President Mary Ellen Randall kicked off the week with the keynote: “Inspiring Tomorrow’s Innovators: How IEEE Educational Resources Can Open Pathways Into STEM.” The event served as a central point…

The United States has released the official text of a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding reached with Iran, outlining a framework for ending hostilities and paving the way for a broader peace agreement. The document, titled the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran,” was made public after calls for greater transparency over the terms of the accord, according to CNN on Wednesday. The release followed public criticism over the failure of authorities to make the contents of the agreement available after details of the deal emerged. A senior US administration official…

The Federal Government on Wednesday dismissed reports suggesting it had adopted or was considering the introduction of new taxes on telecommunications services and petroleum products following recommendations contained in the latest IMF Article IV Consultation Report on Nigeria. The government said the reports misrepresented the contents of the IMF report and did not reflect its policy direction, insisting that no new taxes were being planned for either the telecoms or petroleum sectors. In a statement signed by the Head of Information and Public Relations Unit of the Federal Ministry of Finance, Efe Ovuakporie, the government stressed that recommendations contained in…

By Nnasom David The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Capt. Alex Badeh Jr., has led a team of investigators and senior officials of the Bureau on an on-the-spot safety assessment visit to Wadata, Benue State, following a boat accident that claimed 11 lives. The visit was part of the NSIB’s efforts to assess the circumstances surrounding the accident, gather first-hand information and engage stakeholders as part of measures to improve transport safety and prevent future occurrences. Upon arrival in Makurdi, the NSIB delegation was received by the Deputy Governor of Benue State,…

Real Madrid confirmed the arrival of defender Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool on Thursday on a four-year deal at the end of his contract at Anfield. Los Blancos and centre-back Konate “reached an agreement for him to become a Real Madrid player for the next four seasons, until June 30, 2030,” said the Spanish giants in a statement. The 27-year-old moved to Liverpool in 2021 from RB Leipzig, playing 183 times and winning the Premier League in 2025 and the FA Cup in 2022 amongst other silverware. The defender, currently at the World Cup with France, joins a Real side already…