Felix Ifijeh, THEWILL

N1.35bn Fraud: Supreme Court Clears Way For Trial Of Ex-Gov Lamido, Sons

January 16, (THEWILL) — The Supreme Court, on Friday, cleared the way for the resumption of the N1.35 billion fraud trial of former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, his two sons, and others, by ordering that the case should...

26 Rivers Lawmakers Vow To Impeach Fubara, Direct Speaker Amaewhule To Immediately Reconvene Assembly

January 16, (THEWILL) — Twenty-six members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, on Friday, declared their intention to continue the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of gross misconduct and persistent violations of the Constitution. The lawmakers,...

SEC Unveils Tougher Capital Standards To Strengthen Nigeria’s Financial Markets

January 16, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled sweeping new capital requirements for operators in the capital market, significantly raising financial thresholds for fintech companies, digital asset firms, brokers, fund managers and other market participants. The...

EU Removes Nigeria From High-Risk Financial List

January 16, (THEWILL) — The European Union (EU) has officially removed Nigeria from its list of high-risk third-country jurisdictions for money laundering and terrorism financing. This decision, published on January 9, 2026, marks a major boost for the country’s...

Nigeria Marks 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day With Wreath-Laying Ceremony

January 15, (THEWILL) — Nigeria on Thursday, January 15, 2026, marked the climax of activities commemorating the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the National Arcade, Abuja. Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola...

Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment To Armed Forces’ Welfare, Honours Fallen Heroes

January 15, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare, dignity, and continuous support of the Nigerian Armed Forces, assuring that the nation will always stand firmly behind those who defend its sovereignty. In a...

FG Bows Out as Court Strikes Out Defamation Case Against Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

January 15, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government on Thursday, January 15, 2026, formally withdrew the criminal defamation case against the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Consequently, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja struck out the...

FG Has Not Suspended Tax Law Guidelines, Says Oyedele

January 15, (THEWILL) — The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has denied reports claiming that the Federal Government suspended the issuance of implementation guidelines for the newly enacted tax laws. A media...

VAT On Banking Fees Not New – NRS

January 15, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has clarified that Value Added Tax (VAT) on banking fees and related service charges is not a new development. The agency dismissed reports suggesting that the Nigeria Tax Act 2025...

₦246bn Allocation Not For Salaries Alone – BOF Explains NEDC Budget

January 15, (THEWILL) — The Budget Office of the Federation (BOF) has dismissed claims that the North East Development Commission (NEDC) operates a ₦246 billion “salaries budget”, describing such assertions as misleading and based on a misunderstanding of...

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Felix Ifijeh is a journalist with years of professional reporting experience. Known for his keen news sense, compelling storytelling and commitment to accurate, impactful reporting, he has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, engaging, and well-structured reports that resonate with readers. His work reflects deep newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate, impactful journalism.
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