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Nigeria is once again poised to capture the world’s attention as Theresa Emegwara steps forward with unwavering determination to etch her name—and the nation’s—in the Guinness World Records. With her eyes set on a history-making feat, Emegwara’s upcoming attempt is more than a personal ambition; it’s a powerful symbol of Nigerian strength, resilience, and the unrelenting spirit to excel on the global stage.

In a development that threatens to cripple healthcare delivery across Nigeria, nurses under the umbrella of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Federal Health Institutions Sector have commenced a seven-day nationwide warning strike. The action, which began at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, July 30, follows the expiration of a 15-day ultimatum issued to the federal government.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has once again raised alarm over the deepening hardship facing millions of Nigerians, calling on the Federal Government to urgently address the growing crisis of multidimensional poverty in the country. In a recent statement, the NLC emphasized that the current economic situation is no longer sustainable for the average Nigerian. While inflation continues to rise, wages have stagnated, and basic necessities like food, healthcare, transportation, and housing have become unaffordable luxuries for many households.