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  • US strikes Iranian military sites as Tehran targets American base 

    US strikes Iranian military sites as Tehran targets American base 

    The United States and the Iranian Islamic regime have resumed a new wave of attacks after weeks of failed attempts to reach a peace deal in

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  • What codes on tyres mean, where to buy authentic English used tyres in Lagos

    What codes on tyres mean, where to buy authentic English used tyres in Lagos

    Many drivers buy tyres without understanding the meaning of the letters and numbers printed on the sidewall,

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  • Security beefed up in Ibadan as protesters demand rescue of abducted students, teachers

    Security beefed up in Ibadan as protesters demand rescue of abducted students, teachers

    Heavy security presence was observed in parts of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Monday as civil society organizations, CSOs, staged a protest over the recent abduction of students and teachers in the state.

    DAILY POST reports that 39 students and seven teachers were abducted on Friday, 15th May 2026, in some communities in Oriire Local Government Area of the state.

    The CSOs took to the streets of Ibadan to protest against the pupils and teachers’ continued stay in captivity.

    DAILY POST observed the presence of operatives of security agencies such as the police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, and others at strategic locations in Ibadan on Monday.

    The security agents were seen at the entrance of Oyo State Government Secretariat in Agodi, Idi Ape and Iwo Road, as well as in Sango, Dugbe, Total Garden and Dugbe and Mokola Roundabout.

    Our correspondent gathered that the presence of the security agents was due to the protest embarked on by the CSOs over the abduction.

    Our correspondent who visited Mokola Roundabout around 8.30 am observed that members of Take-It-Back Movement led the protest.

    The protesters called on the government and security agencies to intensify efforts in order to secure the release of the victims.

    The protesters carried placards with various inscriptions to express their displeasure.

    Some of the placards read, “Security for all, not for a few,” “Government must end kidnapping in Oyo State,” “We demand safer roads and communities,” “Protect farmers, traders and students,” and “Peace, security and justice.”

    One of the protesters, identified as Kunle, said Nigerians are becoming increasingly frustrated by the persistent security challenges in the country.

    He said, “Let them know that the people of Nigeria are not at peace. Let them know that the people of Oyo State are not smiling. Let them know that the Nigerian people are fed up with insecurity.”

    Security beefed up in Ibadan as protesters demand rescue of abducted students, teachers

  • Oyo teachers begin indefinite strike over abducted colleagues, pupils

    Oyo teachers begin indefinite strike over abducted colleagues, pupils

    The Oyo State Wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, has embarked on an indefinite strike beginning from Monday, June 1, 2026, till further notice.

    The State NUT Chairman, Comrade Hassan Fatai, gave the directive in a statement on Monday.

    Fatai said the industrial action is in protest against the continued stay in captivity of abducted teachers and pupils in the state. .

    According to the union, the prolonged detention of the victims has created fear and anxiety among teachers, discouraged parents from sending their children to school, and heightened tension across communities in the state.

    This comes after a directive by President Bola Tinubu on Sunday for the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards to secure the release of the abducted teachers and students.

    DAILY POST reports that Tinubu on Sunday approved the recruitment of at least 1,000 forest guards and the deployment of a special rescue to the state.

    However, the NUT said the industrial action is aimed at drawing the attention of government to the urgent need to intensify efforts toward securing the safe release of the abductees without further delay.

    The union called on all teachers to comply fully with the directive, remain law-abiding, and stay safe in their respective homes throughout the period of the strike.

    “The action is intended to draw the attention of government and security agencies to the urgent need to intensify efforts towards the safe rescue of our colleagues and the pupils still in captivity,” the statement said.

    Oyo teachers begin indefinite strike over abducted colleagues, pupils

  • Hundreds Protest Outside Kenya’s Ebola Quarantine Facility For U.S. Citizens

    Hundreds Protest Outside Kenya’s Ebola Quarantine Facility For U.S. Citizens

    Hundreds of youths in the Kenyan town of Nanyuki marched to the gates of Laikipia Air Base on Monday, chanting anti-Ebola slogans in protest against the establishment of a quarantine facility intended to house American citizens exposed to the Ebola virus during the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

    The demonstration came two days after Kenya’s High Court suspended the facility’s establishment and barred the arrival of any foreign patients pending the hearing of a legal challenge filed by the Law Society of Kenya and a constitutional watchdog group.

    Laikipia Governor Joshua Irungu told journalists that he was opposed to the establishment of the facility, saying “this will expose our people to Ebola,” as local leaders joined the chorus of opposition to a plan that has drawn fierce criticism from doctors, lawyers and civil society groups since it was announced.

    Kenya’s Health Minister Aden Duale sought to ease public concerns on Sunday, saying the quarantine centre was for “everyone” and not exclusively for U.S. nationals, though critics argued the facility had been designed and funded specifically to serve Americans evacuated from the DRC.

    Despite the court order, Kenya’s government has continued pushing ahead with the facility, which Trump administration officials described as “state-of-the-art” and designed to provide Americans with high-quality care without the risks of a lengthy transatlantic flight while infected or exposed.

    The U.S. government has committed $13.5m towards Kenya’s Ebola preparedness efforts as part of the arrangement, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement, with the case set to return to court on June 2 for further hearing.

    Hundreds Protest Outside Kenya’s Ebola Quarantine Facility For U.S. Citizens is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

  • U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos, Amazons to clash in final round

    U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos, Amazons to clash in final round

    Nigeria’s Flamingos will battle neighbours Benin Republic for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, DAILY POST reports.

    The two countries booked their place in the final qualifying round last weekend.

    The Flamingos thrashed Guinea 6-0 at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne on Sunday.

    Akeem Busari’s side qualified 11-0 on aggregate.

    Benin Republic overpowered Sierra Leone 5-1 on aggregate.

    The Amazons won 3-0 in the first leg, before claiming a 2-1 victory in the reverse fixture.

    Nigeria will host the first leg in Ikenne between July 3-5, while the second leg will be decided 10-12 July.

    U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos, Amazons to clash in final round

  • Israeli airstrike kills two Palestinians in Gaza

    Israeli airstrike kills two Palestinians in Gaza

    The long-term ceasefire initiated by President Donald Trump has failed to stop Israeli attacks in Gaza….

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  • Malnutrition hindering patient recovery in Nigeria – WASPEN

    Malnutrition hindering patient recovery in Nigeria – WASPEN

    The West African Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, WASPEN, has declared that malnutrition remains the major obstacle hindering quick recovery of patients in Nigeria.

    WASPEN President, Dr. Teresa Pounds, stated this during a virtual press conference to herald the 5th annual conference of the organisation on Monday.

    Pounds explained that malnutrition is the most unrecognised threat to patient safety and recovery in Nigeria.

    She lamented that despite the huge human and material resources in Nigeria, 30-45 per cent of patients in tertiary hospitals are malnourished on admission.

    Pounds also disclosed that available evidence shows that malnutrition is associated with longer hospital stays and increased infections.

    While calling on governments at all levels to rise up and do the needful, Pounds regretted that malnutrition has increased readmission and mortality rates in the country.

    Describing malnutrition as a silent epidemic in Nigeria, she called on stakeholders to do whatever they could to address the problem.

    Pounds said, “Malnutrition remains one of the most under-recognized threats to patient safety and recovery.

    “It affects patients across all stages of life from premature newborns in neonatal intensive care units, to children battling severe illness, to adults living with chronic diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, cancer, and surgical conditions.

    “Evidence shows that hospital malnutrition is associated with longer hospital stays, increased infections, delayed wound healing, higher treatment costs, and increased readmission and mortality rates.

    “Hospital malnutrition is a silent epidemic in Nigeria. 30-45% of patients in tertiary hospitals are malnourished on admission.”

    Malnutrition hindering patient recovery in Nigeria – WASPEN

  • Sunny Joseph Imohimi wins ICT innovator of the year Award at 2026 Africa Beacon of ICT Awards

    Sunny Joseph Imohimi wins ICT innovator of the year Award at 2026 Africa Beacon of ICT Awards

    Sunny Joseph Imohimi (FICA), a renowned technology executive, innovation strategist, and digital transformation leader, has been named the winner of the “ICT Innovator of the Year” Award at the 2026 Africa Beacon of ICT (BoICT) Awards.

    The prestigious ceremony, held in Lagos on May 30, 2026, brought together top stakeholders, innovators, policymakers, and business leaders from across Africa’s technology ecosystem to celebrate excellence, innovation, and impactful contributions to the growth of the ICT industry.

    Sunny, who currently serves as Regional Manager, MENA & Africa (EMEA) at Bitget, was recognized for his outstanding contributions to fintech innovation, blockchain adoption, digital payments, mobility technology, and smart infrastructure development across emerging markets.

    Over the years, Sunny has built a reputation for driving large-scale market expansion, product innovation, and ecosystem growth across Africa and the Middle East. His leadership at Bitget has accelerated P2P ecosystem development, merchant operations, payment optimization, and strategic partnerships across multiple countries, contributing significantly to increased digital financial inclusion and technology adoption.

    Prior to joining Bitget, Sunny spent over three and a half years at Binance, where he played a pivotal role in operations and growth across more than 40 African markets. One of his landmark achievements was leading the rollout of the innovative Pay-in-Chat functionality in Africa, enabling users to seamlessly interact and initiate digital transactions through integrated chat experiences.

    Earlier in his career at Bolt, Sunny led mobility market expansion across eight Nigerian cities, contributing to more than 10x business growth through strategic execution, operational scaling, and product adoption initiatives.

    Beyond fintech and mobility, Sunny is also actively driving smart infrastructure innovation through Arkcess Technology Limited, a technology company focused on transforming estate living through digital access control, smart community management, and connected residential infrastructure.

    While presenting the award, Mr. Ken Nwogbo, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Communications Week Media, praised Sunny’s visionary leadership, innovation-driven mindset, and his consistent commitment to building technology solutions that address real-world challenges across Africa and emerging markets.

    He described Sunny as “a forward-thinking innovator whose work continues to shape the future of digital finance, smart infrastructure, and technology-driven growth on the continent.”

    In his acceptance speech, Sunny expressed appreciation to the organizers, industry stakeholders, his teams, and partners who have supported his journey over the years.

    “This recognition represents the power of innovation, collaboration, and the limitless potential of technology to transform lives and economies. I remain committed to building solutions that create access, drive inclusion, and shape the future of digital transformation across Africa and beyond,” he said.

    The Africa Beacon of ICT Awards, organized annually by Communications Week Media, remains one of the continent’s most respected platforms for recognizing excellence and innovation within the ICT ecosystem.

    Sunny Joseph Imohimi’s recognition as ICT Innovator of the Year further reinforces his position as one of Africa’s leading voices in technology innovation, digital transformation, and ecosystem development. His achievements continue to inspire a new generation of innovators committed to building scalable solutions that drive economic growth and technological advancement across the continent.

    Sunny Joseph Imohimi wins ICT innovator of the year Award at 2026 Africa Beacon of ICT Awards

  • How to check your name on NYSC senate list 2026

    How to check your name on NYSC senate list 2026

    The Senate List is the official record forwarded by universities, polytechnics and monotechnics to the National Youth Service Corps for mobilisation.

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