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Death in Umahi’s Home Sparks Public Debate

July 19, (THEWILL) — Public accountability. Transparent and independent investigation. Verifiable autopsy. These are strong words being used by stakeholders across the social strata in Nigeria to address the controversy surrounding the death of Mary Habila, a 26- year-...

Despite New Tax Regime, States, LGs Sustain Illegal Levies on Logistics, Courier Firms

July 19, (THEWILL) — Despite the tax reform framework in Nigeria and the associated laws, the initiative has not delivered the expected relief to the business environment, consequently compromising the operational landscape to the detriment of logistics and courier...

THEWILL EDITORIAL: After 56 days in Captivity, Time to Smile Again

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July 19, (THEWILL) — After enduring 56 days of despair following the abduction of about 44 pupils, teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, and relatives of the victims can now smile again. Two teachers from one of...

Fresh Budget Row as Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Fiscal Recklessness Over Alleged ₦210bn Budget Duplication

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Tinubu administration over reports of more than ₦210 billion in alleged duplicated allocations in the 2026 federal budget. He argued that the reported irregularities undermine the credibility of the government's economic reforms...

Weapons Are Moving Everywhere — IGP Raises Red Flag Over Massive Influx Of AK-47-Style Weapons From Northern Conflict Zones To South

IGP Tunji Disu warns that illicit arms are being transported from insurgency and banditry hotspots in Maiduguri and Zamfara to the South-West through road and water routes, describing the trend as a growing national security threat. The police...

NIMC Takes Control Of Nigeria’s Digital Identity Security As NITDA Hands Over PKI

NITDA has transferred Nigeria's Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) to NIMC, strengthening the country's digital identity security framework under the newly amended NIMC Act. The handover positions NIMC as Nigeria's Root Certification Authority, giving it responsibility for securing digital...

CBN Launches FX Tracker, Tightens BDC Rules with 24-Hour Dollar Resale Mandate

The Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced the FX BDC Purchase Tracker (FXBT), enabling real-time monitoring of Bureau De Change foreign exchange purchases and transactions across the official market. Licensed BDC operators must now resell any unused foreign...

Senate Finally Clears Fasina for Ambassadorial Appointment, Dismisses Harassment Claims

Senate confirms former FUOYE Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina, as Nigeria's non-career ambassador after adopting the Foreign Affairs Committee's report following an extensive debate. Lawmakers uphold committee findings that sexual harassment allegations against Fasina were investigated by the FUOYE...

Court Set Date For Crucial Verdict Over PDP Leadership, INEC Validity

The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed Friday, July 17, to deliver judgement in the suit seeking to determine the authentic leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and whether INEC should recognise the Tanimu Turaki-led Interim...

We’re Building Necessary Future For Our People – Tinubu Tells Deloitte, Defends Economic Reforms

President Tinubu says his administration's bold economic reforms are laying the foundation for Nigeria's future, insisting the temporary hardships are necessary to achieve lasting prosperity and macroeconomic stability. Deloitte Africa endorses the Federal Government's fiscal and financial reforms,...