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‘No Primary, No Secondary Certificates’: Tinubu’s 2027 Nomination Papers Rekindle Identity Controversy

Tinubu's 2027 nomination papers list only his Chicago State University degree and NYSC certificate, leaving the sections for primary and secondary school qualifications blank. INEC says it does not authenticate candidates' credentials before publication, insisting documents are displayed...

AI Can Find Borrowers Nigerian Banks Keep Missing — World Bank

World Bank Chief Economist Indermit Gill says AI can help banks and regulators allocate capital more efficiently by improving risk assessment. He argues Nigeria should prioritise predictive AI that solves practical problems instead of pursuing expensive frontier models. ...

Is the Police Taking Sides in Osun 2026 Poll?

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August 03, (THEWILL) — The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu at the weekend deployed a new Commissioner of Police in charge of Elections, CP Erale Etaifo, to Osun State ahead of the August 15 governorship election, dousing...

Behind the Profit: 10 Hidden Risks in Cadbury Nigeria’s 2025 Results

August 03, (THEWILL) — Cadbury Nigeria's 2025 financial performance was undoubtedly impressive. Revenue rose about 31 percent to N169.84 billion, gross profit doubled, operating profit surged by over 240 percent, while the company moved from a N22.2 billion loss...

End Border Bottlenecks Now,’ ECOWAS Parliament Tells Member States, Seeks Unified Customs, Tax Rules Across West Africa

ECOWAS Parliament calls on member states to remove border bottlenecks by harmonising customs procedures, import regulations, taxation policies, and business registration requirements to ease cross-border trade. Lawmakers demand full implementation of ECOWAS trade protocols, elimination of non-tariff barriers,...

OPEC+ Approves More Crude Supply as Nigeria Pushes to Hit 1.84m bpd Budget Target

OPEC+ approves a fresh 188,000 barrels per day oil production increase for September, completing the rollback of a key layer of 2023 supply cuts aimed at stabilising the global crude market. The latest adjustment marks the fourth consecutive...

‘Nigeria Is Not Over-Borrowed,’ Presidency Dismisses Atiku’s ‘Fiscal Recklessness’ Claims, Says Ex-VP Stuck in 2024

Presidency dismisses Atiku's allegations of fiscal recklessness, insisting Nigeria's debt remains sustainable and economic reforms are yielding measurable results. Aso Rock challenges the former Vice President to substantiate his alleged ₦7.98 trillion oil windfall claim, describing the calculation...

‘Personal Ambition Must Die’: Group Pushes Opposition to Rally Behind One Candidate for 2027 Poll

The group warns that Nigeria's democracy cannot survive without a strong and united opposition capable of providing voters with a credible alternative in 2027. It urges opposition heavyweights, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, David Mark, Rotimi...

‘Catholic Bishops Not Rented Cheerleaders’ — Atiku Slams Presidency Over Onaiyekan Attack

Atiku condemns the Presidency's criticism of Cardinal John Onaiyekan, describing it as an attack on the Catholic Church and evidence of growing intolerance of dissent.  Former Vice President says Catholic bishops are "not political props or rented cheerleaders,"...

Missing Firearms May Be in Wrong Hands,’ SERAP Tells Tinubu, Demands Probe of Alleged ₦6.79bn Police Funds

 SERAP warns that findings in the Auditor-General's report suggest missing police firearms and ammunition may have fallen into the wrong hands, posing serious risks to national security.  Rights group asks President Tinubu to order an immediate investigation into...