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NASS Extends Recess As Committees Continue 2026 Budget Scrutiny

February 24, (THEWILL) — The leadership of the two chambers of the National Assembly has announced a postponement of plenary resumption to allow committees conclude ongoing scrutiny of the 2026 budget proposals by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). Acting Clerk...

Nigeria’s Public Debt Hits ₦153.29 Trillion In Q3 2025

February 24, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s total public debt has risen to ₦153.29 trillion ($103.94 billion) as of September 30, 2025, according to the Debt Management Office (DMO). This marks a ₦900 billion increase from the ₦152.39 trillion recorded at...

Immigration Crackdown Deepens As 19 More Nigerians Await Deportation From U.S

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February 24, (THEWILL) — The United States government has intensified its immigration enforcement efforts, adding 19 Nigerians to a growing list of foreign nationals awaiting deportation as authorities expand a nationwide crackdown targeting individuals with criminal convictions and final...

Maxus D90 Max Expands SUV Competition In Nigeria’s Auto Market

February 24, (THEWILL) — Competition within the luxury Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) is becoming stiffer as a new entrant, Maxus D90 Max, is currently grabbing attention in the Nigerian market. The full-size seven-seater SUV, marketed by Mikano Motors...

Fidelity Bank To Empower Women With Sustainable Entrepreneurship Training

February 24, (THEWILL) — Fidelity Bank Plc has launched the second edition of its flagship women-empowerment initiative, the HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme 2.0 (HAP 2.0), to equip Nigerian women with practical, income-generating skills and pathways to sustainable entrepreneurship. Unveiled ahead of...

FG Targets $5.7bn China Investment Deal

February 24, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government of Nigeria is deepening negotiations with Chinese investors to secure up to $5.7 billion in strategic foreign capital as part of efforts to drive industrial growth, strengthen energy capacity and expand...

Remember Poor, Empower Underprivileged -Tinubu Urges Govs, Religious Leaders

February 24, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has called on political and religious leaders across Nigeria to prioritise policies and actions that uplift the poor and empower the underprivileged, urging greater compassion and inclusive governance during the ongoing...

Tinubu Hosts Governors to Interfaith Ramadan Iftar at Villa

February 24, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu on Monday evening hosted state governors to a Ramadan Interfaith Iftar dinner at the State House, Abuja, continuing his annual tradition of breaking fast with political leaders during the holy month. The...

Lagos Airport Fire: 6 Injured, Over 3 Flights Diverted

February 23, (THEWILL) — At least six people sustained injuries and major international carriers including British Airways, Lufthansa, and Emirates were forced to divert their flights on Monday following a sudden fire at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in...

Nigerian Equities Market Opens Week Mixed as Gains Offset by Sharp LosersIt

February 23, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian equities market opened the week on a cautiously mixed note, with gains and losses almost evenly matched as investors weighed profit-taking against ongoing sectoral demand. The market witnessed moderate activity as some investors consolidated...