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July 30, (THEWILL) — The United Kingdom (UK) has threatened to recognise Palestine as a state in September 2025, unless Israel takes significant steps to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and commits to a two-state solution. Prime Minister...

July 30, (THEWILL) — The UK government has strongly condemned the execution of 38 abducted residents in Banga village, Zamfara State, despite ransom payment. Declaring the killing as “an unspeakable crime” that harms mental and physical health and impedes national...

July 25, (THEWILL) — Thousands of resident doctors in England commenced a five-day strike on Friday following a breakdown in negotiations between the British Medical Association (BMA) and the UK government over pay. The industrial action, which began at 7am,...

July 16, (THEWILL) — The annual inflation rate in the United Kingdom rose to 3.6% in June 2025, marking an increase of 0.2% from the 3.4% recorded in the previous month of May, the UK Office for National Statistics...

July 09, (THEWILL) — In a significant move toward a fully digital immigration system, the United Kingdom has announced that from Monday, July 15, 2025, Nigerian nationals applying for study or work visas will begin receiving digital eVisas in...

July 02, (THEWILL) — The UK Parliament on Wednesday approved a bill formally designating Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation under the Terrorism Act 2000. The proscription order, tabled by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, was passed in the House of...

June 20, (THEWILL) – The British government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusive and sustainable economic development in Nigeria, with a particular focus on empowering women-led enterprises in manufacturing and agribusiness. This pledge was made by the British...

June 04, (THEWILL) – The United Kingdom’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury, has concluded a three-day official visit to Nigeria, aimed at strengthening the UK-Nigeria Strategic Partnership and reinforcing cooperation in key areas including trade, security, migration,...

May 16, (THEWILL) – American singer and songwriter, Chris Brown, has been ordered to remain in custody until June 13, following his arrest for an alleged 2023 nightclub assault in London. The R&B star faces charges of grievous bodily harm...

May 12, (THEWILL) – The United Kingdom (UK) has shut its doors to new international applicants for social care jobs, unveiling a sweeping overhaul of its immigration policy aimed at slashing net migration and restoring public confidence. According to the...