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Lagos Tops as Subnational Debt Climbs to N4.36tn in 2025

April 20, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s subnational debt burden rose significantly in 2025, with the combined liabilities of the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) reaching N4.36 trillion, underscoring mounting fiscal pressures at the state level. Latest data released...

Three Soldiers Killed As Troops Repel Terrorists’ Attack On Kwara Military Base

April 20, (THEWILL) — At least three soldiers have been killed following a predawn attack by suspected terrorists on a military base in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, with troops successfully repelling the assault after a fierce...

2027: Tinubu Will Get Landslide Victory In North, Despite Negative Propaganda – Iliyasu Kwankwaso

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April 20, (THEWILL) — A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Dr Musa Iliyasu Kwankwaso, says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will get a landslide victory in the North in the 2027 presidential election, despite the...

Retired Police Officers Protest At Villa, Urge Tinubu To Sign Exit Bill From Pension Scheme

April 20, (THEWILL) — Retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force, under the aegis of the Police Retired Officers Forum of Nigeria (PROF), on Monday, staged a protest at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, demanding that President Bola Tinubu...

Dangote Sugar Targets ₦500bn Rights Issue To Boost Capital And Expansion Plans

April 20, (THEWILL) — Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc has unveiled plans to raise ₦500 billion through a Rights Issue, pending regulatory approvals, as part of efforts to strengthen its capital base and support future growth initiatives. The proposal was disclosed...

Amy Winehouse’s Father Loses Case Against Singer’s Friends Over Auctioned Items

April 20, (THEWILL) — The father of late British singer, Amy Winehouse, Mitch Winehouse, has lost a High Court case over the sale of her belongings. Winehouse, who manages her estate, sued her former stylist, Naomi Parry and friend,...

Driver Killed, Passengers Abducted In Gunmen Attacks On Ore–Benin Expressway, Ibadan–Ijebu Road

April 20, (THEWILL) — Armed men suspected to be kidnappers have launched coordinated attacks on commercial travellers along the Ore–Benin Expressway and the Ibadan–Ijebu axis, leaving at least one driver dead and several passengers abducted in separate but alarming...

Tinubu Clears $75m Government Investment In Flutterwave As IPO Plans Advance

April 20, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has approved a $75 million investment in fintech company, Flutterwave, signalling increased government backing as the firm moves closer to a planned Initial Public Offering (IPO). The announcement was made on Monday by...

Umo Eno Targets Global Tourism Stage As Soyinka Headlines Akwa Ibom Heritage Day

April 20, (THEWILL) — Governor Umo Eno has positioned Akwa Ibom as an emerging destination in the global tourism market, using the platform of the 2026 World Heritage Day celebration to court international visitors and investors. Speaking at the...

Fears Grow For 416 Abducted Victims As Boko Haram Issues 72-Hour Ultimatum, Warns Against Rescue Action

April 20, (THEWILL) — Concerns have intensified over the safety of 416 persons allegedly abducted in Borno State, following a video released by Boko Haram terrorists in which the group issued a 72-hour ultimatum and warned against any forceful...