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PDP Crisis: Wike Threatens Sanctions On Turaki Group, Banks, Accuses Fubara Of Neglecting Governance For Re-Election Bid

May 06, (THEWILL) — The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday, escalated tensions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), issuing stern warnings against the Tanimu Turaki-led caretaker National Working Committee, while also accusing Rivers State...

Court Halts NBC Crackdown On Broadcasters, Freezes Disputed Code Provisions

May 06, (THEWILL) — A Federal High Court in Lagos has restrained the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) from sanctioning, fining or taking punitive action against broadcast stations and presenters over alleged expression of personal opinions, perceived lack of neutrality,...

FG Introduces Strict Rules On Honorary Degrees, Prohibits ‘Dr’ Title Usage By Recipients

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May 06, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government, on Wednesday, announced a comprehensive reform of the award and use of honorary degrees in Nigeria, introducing strict new regulations that prohibit recipients of such awards from using the “Dr” prefix in...

FTAN Advises Members To Withhold Participation In NIHOTOUR Certification Exercise Amid Ongoing Concerns

May 06, (THEWILL) — The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has advised its member associations not to participate in the ongoing Competency-Based Interview (CBI) and registration exercise being conducted by the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism...

Union Bank Wins ASBON SME Award As Banks Pivot To SME-Led Growth

May 06, (THEWILL) — Union Bank of Nigeria Plc has been named winner of the Best SME Growth Banking Initiatives Award (2025) at the Nigeria National SME Business Awards organised by the Association of Small Business Owners of Nigeria...

Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price to ₦1,350 Per Litre

May 06, (THEWILL) — Dangote Refinery has increased its depot price for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ₦1,350 per litre, marking a ₦75 rise from the previous ₦1,275 per litre. A check by THEWILL on Petroleumprice.ng on Wednesday, confirmed the...

Deadly Boko Haram Attack On Lake Chad Base Leaves 23 Soldiers Dead

May 06, (THEWILL) — A deadly Boko Haram attack on a Chadian military base on the shores of Lake Chad has left 23 soldiers dead, even as the Chadian Armed Forces successfully repelled the assault and inflicted heavy losses...

ADC Slashes Presidential Form Fee To ₦90m, Rolls Out Detailed Primary Schedule

May 06, (THEWILL) — The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reduced its presidential nomination form fee to ₦90 million and unveiled a comprehensive timetable for its 2026 primary elections, in a move to broaden participation and strengthen internal democracy...

Customs Seize ₦2.35bn Cocaine From 71-Year-Old Suspect Along Lagos-Abidjan Route

May 06, (THEWILL) — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted cocaine valued at ₦2.35 billion from a 71-year-old suspect along a major smuggling corridor linking Nigeria to neighbouring West African countries. The seizure was announced on Tuesday in Lagos...

Naira Firms At ₦1,362/$ As FX Market Stability Supports Sustained Gains

May 06, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s currency, the naira, strengthened to ₦1,362 per dollar on Tuesday, extending its recent appreciation against the United States dollar and signaling improved stability in the foreign exchange market. Figures released by the Central Bank of...