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By Iyanuoluwa Abiola Forty-two years after graduating from the College of Health Sciences, University of Ilorin, members of the university’s 1984 medical class reunited to celebrate decades of service to humanity. It was a nostalgic homecoming and reunion as classmates—many now accomplished medical specialists, professors, and healthcare leaders—shared memories of student life and reflected on friendships that have endured for more than four decades. But beyond the nostalgia, the reunion became an opportunity to examine the state of Nigeria’s healthcare system and call for reforms to strengthen the sector. The reunion, themed ‘The Medical Profession: Lifelong Service through Learning and…

Nigeria’s aviation sector may be heading for another round of industrial action, as two major aviation unions have declared they are prepared to commence picketing of airlines accused of withholding billions of naira in statutory Ticket Sales Charges, warning that the action could begin “anytime from now.” The threat follows the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the affected airlines on August 3, 2026, after an earlier 14-day notice failed to produce the desired response. The unions made their latest stance known through a statement on Tuesday, jointly signed by the General Secretary ofAir Transport Services Senior Staff Association…

The Super Falcons have reached the point where there is no room for error at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will take on Egypt on Wednesday, August 5, at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, with kick-off scheduled for 9:00 p.m. WAT. It is the final Group C match of WAFCON 2026 and the result will decide whether the defending champions continue their journey towards an 11th African title or suffer an early exit.After two dramatic rounds of matches, Group C remains one of the most unpredictable groups at the tournament. Malawi, already the competition’s…

A delegation of the Kano State Government has paid a condolence visit to the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, and the government and people of Sokoto State over the death of the Sardaunan Sokoto, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji. The condolence visit, undertaken on behalf of Governor Abba Yusuf, was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa. The delegation was led by the Deputy Governor, Murtala Garo, and included the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ibrahim; the Emir of Rano, Muhammad Umar; the Kano State APC Chairman, Umar Doguwa; the Commissioner for…

Imagine women with uterine fibroids across Nigeria having access to a treatment option that removes their tumours without a single incision, blood transfusion, or hospital stay. For many decades, the major treatment options available for uterine fibroids were invasive surgical procedures, either myomectomy or hysterectomy. Both myomectomy and hysterectomy carry surgical risks, including heavy bleeding, pelvic infections, and accidental injury to nearby organs such as the bladder or bowel. Other potential complications include scar tissue formation (adhesions) and uterine rupture in future pregnancies. Today, however, a medical technology known as High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) has revolutionised fibroid treatment, giving women…

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with separate cases of culpable homicide, an attack on a police facility, and violent disturbances at Gujungu Market in Taura Local Government Area of the state. This was confirmed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, in a statement made available to PUNCH correspondent on Monday in Dutse, the state capital. According to the PPRO, the arrests are part of the command’s sustained efforts to maintain law and order across the state. Speaking on the Gujungu Market unrest, Adam said, “On July 26, 2026, the command…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has assured that the state is ready to host this year’s CAF Awards after a five-man team from the Confederation of African Football inspected the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, popularly known as the National Theatre, the designated venue for the ceremony, The PUNCH reports. The CAF team arrived in Nigeria last Thursday for an inspection of facilities being put forward by the country to host the organisation’s 48th Ordinary General Assembly and annual CAF Awards ceremony. The team is led by former NFF presidential aspirant and CAF’s Head of Safety and…

By Chigozie Uzosike The Speaker of the Imo State House of Assembly, Chike Olemgbe, has assured stakeholders that the House will give favourable consideration to a bill seeking to reserve three additional seats for women in the state legislature. Olemgbe gave the assurance on Monday when the Imo State chapter of the League of Women Voters of Nigeria paid an advocacy visit to members of the Assembly, urging support for the proposed legislation. He told the delegation that if the bill is presented before the 10th Assembly during its tenure, it would receive positive legislative attention, stressing the need to…

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has said Nigeria’s players were prepared to die on the pitch rather than suffer back-to-back defeats at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, The PUNCH reports. Ajibade said this when speaking on their second group game as the 10-time African champions fought despite a red card to record a vital 1-0 win over Zambia in Morocco. Nigeria’s title defence had been hanging by a thread following a shock 3-2 opening defeat to tournament debutants Malawi, leaving Justine Madugu’s side under intense pressure heading into the Zambia fixture. Their task became even tougher just before…

Super Eagles winger Philip Otele could spark a transfer battle this summer, with clubs from England and Italy reportedly keen to secure his signature, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The versatile 27-year-old attacker spent last season on loan at German Bundesliga side Hamburger SV before returning to his parent club, Basel, at the conclusion of the campaign. ​With two years remaining on his contract, Otele has returned to Basel and featured regularly in their pre-season friendlies. Philip Otele for FC Basel against Juventus. Copyright: ImagoxValentinxDomgjonix ​Last week, reports emerged that Serie A side Lecce had expressed interest in acquiring him, though they have…