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Tinubu Expands PiCNG Mandate to Include Electric Vehicles, Boosts Clean Mobility Drive

March 26, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (PiCNG) to include electric vehicles, in a strategic move to accelerate Nigeria’s transition to cleaner, more affordable transportation solutions nationwide. The...

NGX Edges Higher as Gains in Mid-Cap Stocks Lift Market

March 26, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s equities market closed slightly higher today as gains in several mid-cap stocks supported the benchmark index despite a larger number of declining equities. Market capitalisation rose marginally from ₦128.977 trillion at the opening to ₦128.997...

Court Orders INEC to Reopen Portal for GRIP Registration

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March 26, (THEWILL) — The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately reopen its registration portal for the Grassroot Initiative Party (GRIP), granting the group a renewed opportunity to complete...

Ibom Ladies Golf Championship To Debut With Over 100 Participants In Uyo

March 26, (THEWILL) — Organisers of the maiden Ibom Ladies Championship have announced that more than 100 golfers from across Nigeria will participate in the inaugural tournament scheduled for March 27–28 at the Ibom Golf and Country Club, Uyo. Addressing...

Warri, Asaba Set for New Roles as Anioma State Gains Senate Support

March 26, (THEWILL) — Warri and Asaba are poised for significant administrative transformation as the proposed creation of Anioma State gains strong backing from the Senate, with clear indications that both cities will assume new capital roles under the...

Judge Orders Turaki’s Arrest After Failing to Appear in Court

March 26, (THEWILL) — A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), sitting in Maitama, on Thursday ordered the arrest of factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, after he failed to appear...

N2.5bn Fraud: Court Clears Ex-Aviation Minister Oduah, Orders N1.98bn Forfeiture

March 26, (THEWILL) — A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory sitting in Maitama has cleared former Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, and her former aide, Gloria Odita, of alleged N2.5 billion fraud, while ordering the winding up...

ICPC Tightens Grip on Public Spending, Tracks ₦415bn Projects in 26 States, FCT

March 26, (THEWILL) — The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has tightened its grip on public spending, tracking about 950 projects valued at approximately ₦415.25 billion across 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory, while...

‘Japa’ Costs Rise As UK Reviews Visa, Residency, Citizenship Fees

March 26, (THEWILL) — The UK Home Office has announced a sweeping review of visa, residency and citizenship application fees, with new charges set to take effect from April 8, 2026, in a development that will affect Nigerians and...

Small Businesses Struggle As Fuel Costs Climb, Inflation Persists

March 26, (THEWILL) — Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing mounting challenges as rising fuel costs and persistent inflation continue to erode profit margins and disrupt operations. In recent times, the sharp increase in petrol prices has significantly driven...