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FCT NMA Rejects NSIWC Circular: Demands 300% CONMESS Increase
By Nneka ASOGWA On Jul 17, 2025 The National Medical Association (NMA), FCT chapter, has joined its national body in rejecting a controversial circular released by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC). The FCT NMA, led by Dr Emeka Ayogu, announced its position in a statement made available to THE WHISTLER on Wednesday following an emergency council meeting consisting of all affiliate heads and executive council members. The disputed circular, issued by the NSIWC on June 27, 2025, was intended to adjust allowances under the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS). However, medical associations nationwide have criticised it for...
Ogun State NLC Chairman Decries Total Shutdown: Workers Demand Justice
Ogun State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Hameed Ademola-Benco, has said that the ongoing strike by the state workers is a total shutdown. He said that the organised labour is tired of empty promises by the government, stressing that the workers would want to discuss the issue with the governor. Ademola-Benco said that the strike is premised on four cardinal issues, which include the contributory pension scheme, outstanding accrued allowances, and readjustment of the new minimum age. He, however, commended the union for the total compliance with the strike, urging members to stay resolute in the face of...
Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios: WBC Welterweight Title Fight Preview
Both Manny Pacquiao and Mario Barrios have the same intentions heading into Saturday night's main event boxing fight. Barrios will defend his WBC welterweight title against Pacquiao from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. For the reigning titleholder, this is another opportunity to impress and showcase his skills to the world. Barrios,a 30-year-old, battled Abel Ramos to a draw last November and is 29-2-1 overall in his career. "I'm going in there with bad intentions and power in both hands," Barrios said. "I won't hesitate to pull the trigger." MORE: UFC 318 will go up against boxing fight, trying...
