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July 02, (THEWILL) – In the sweltering heat of Nairobi's streets, amidst the acrid smell of tear gas and the defiant chants of protesters, a profound lesson in democracy unfolded. Kenya, East Africa's economic powerhouse, has schooled the continent on...

June 30, (THEWILL) – In the sweltering heat of Nairobi's streets, amidst the acrid smell of tear gas and the defiant chants of protesters, a profound lesson in democracy unfolded. Kenya, East Africa's economic powerhouse, has schooled the continent...

As a devoted football fan, I find myself deeply saddened by the recent turn of events in our nation's football. The uncharacteristic resignation of Finidi George as Super Eagles coach, an unprecedented move in our polity and our latest...

June 16, (THEWILL)- The current dismal performance of the Super Eagles in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers is a microcosm of the broader issues plaguing our nation. With just three points from four matches, including an embarrassing loss to...

June 9, (THEWILL)- As Nigerians, we've grown accustomed to a disturbing reality - the rampant vandalism and theft of public infrastructure across the country. From railway tracks and power transmission equipment to streetlights, road signs, even the newly constructed...

June 2, (THEWILL)- The Supreme Court case initiated by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, on behalf of the Federal Government, against the state governments over local government autonomy is a landmark development in...

May 26, (THEWILL)- Nigerians were stunned on Thursday by the news that our lawmakers had rushed to pass a bill reverting the nation's anthem to an older version. This hasty move is rendered even more bewildering when one considers...

May 19, (THEWILL)- In a nation plagued by economic woes, crumbling infrastructure and a plethora of challenges that demand urgent attention, it is egregiously unacceptable for any government, federal or state, to divert scarce public funds towards sponsoring religious...

May 12, (THEWILL)- As Nigeria's democracy continues to find its footing, the role of the media as the Fourth Estate of the Realm becomes increasingly crucial. The press serves as a watchdog, holding those in power accountable and ensuring...

May 5, (THEWILL)- In the digital age, the rapid spread of misinformation has emerged as a pernicious threat to society. The phenomena of fake news, cybercrime and cyberbullying have become pressing issues in Nigeria, with far-reaching consequences. Recognising the...