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THEWILL EDITORIAL: Black Wednesday in Sokoto

December 29, (THEWILL) – For the second time in a year, the sad story of civilians dying from airstrikes by Nigeria Airforce fighter jets once again dominates national discourse. In September 23, 2024, over 24 persons were reportedly killed...

OPINION: Why Okpebholo Lacks Legal Right to Suspend LGA Chairmen

December 23, (THEWILL) - This is a matter that strikes at the core of our democracy and the principle of good governance, the illegal and unconstitutional interference in local government administration by the Edo State government and, by extension,...

THEWILL EDITORIAL: Killing a Fly with a Sledge Hammer

December 23, (THEWILL) - In December 2010, Justice Sakariyah Oyejide Falola (now retired) of the Okuku Division of the Osun High Court sentenced two teenagers Segun Olowookere and Morakinyo Sunday to death by hanging  for stealing chickens. The thieves were charged...

Is There Hidden Liquidity Crisis in Nigeria’s Banking System?

December 22, (THEWILL) - The Nigerian banking system, once celebrated as the backbone of the nation’s economy, is facing a glaring paradox. Customers walk into bank branches daily to access their funds, only to be told that cash is...

THEWILL EDITORIAL: That NBS Survey on Payment of Ransom

December 22, (THEWILL) - The recent survey by the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, that kidnapped victims in Nigeria paid $2.2 billion as ransom to secure release from their abductors between May 2023 and April 2024 is alarming. This...

OPINION: The Success Of Campaign Promises To Improve Families’ Lives Will Come From States‌ ‌

December 20, (THEWILL) – It’s not all about the Feds: state and local policymakers have a responsibility to deliver for families. “The success of big campaign promises to improve the daily lives of families will come from states and...

THEWILL EDITORIAL: Nigeria’s Laudable Gesture

December 16, (THEWILL) – The President of the Economic Community of West African States Commission, Dr Omar Touray announced, during the 66th Ordinary Summit of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government held on Sunday at the...

Atiku Denies Empowerment scheme promising N65,000 to Nigerians 

December 16, (THEWILL) – Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has denied involvement with a group claiming to be "Travelling Abroad Opportunities" and advertising a so-called "Atiku Grant by FG" on social media.  According to his media Adviser, Paul Ibe on...

N3b Fraud: RULAAC Alerts Senate of Rogue EFCC, Police Officials Shielding Alleged Female Serial Fraudster 

December 15, (THEWILL) - The Rule of Law Accountability and Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has submitted a petition to the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions regarding a suspected syndicate within the Nigeria Police and the...

FCT Police Bans Use of Knockouts & Firecrackers During Festive Season

December 15, (THEWILL) - The FCT Police Command has warned against the use of firecrackers (knockouts) during the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations.  The Spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said the ban was implemented to ensure the safety of all...

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