Seplat Energy grew half-year profit by more than 430% to N225.5 billion as stronger oil prices and lower operating costs boosted earnings. The company declared a five-cent interim dividend and a seven-cent special dividend, while projecting total shareholder payouts of up to $410 million this year. Seplat also reduced debt by $200 million during the […] The post Seplat’s Profit Jumps 430%, Declares Special Dividend appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

NMDPRA launches fresh push for a transparent West African fuel price benchmark, arguing that Africa must end its dependence on petroleum price references set outside the continent. Nigeria says growing refining capacity across West Africa has created the right conditions for a regional pricing index that reflects local market realities and supports cross-border trade. Abuja […] The post Nigeria Pushes for West African Fuel Price Benchmark as Refining Capacity Expands appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Speaking after the exercise on behalf of the President, Jos Zonal President, Engr. Amoni Emmanuel Harmony, who described leadership as service to humanity, commended members for their overwhelming participation and dedication to humanitarian service.

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has appealed to the Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar-led National Peace Committee to save Osun State from the pre-governorship election violence in the state. The governorship election in the state is scheduled for August 15 this year. However, addressing the peace forum, chaired by former Chief of Army Staff, Martins Agwai in […]

Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF) President, Dr Ibrahim Abdul, has praised Team Nigeria’s weightlifters for delivering a record-breaking performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, describing their success as a product of hard work, proper preparation and renewed commitment to athlete development. Nigeria ended the weightlifting competition with three gold medals and one silver medal, […]

A Kano State High Court has sentenced a newlywed, Saudat Jibril to death by hanging for the murder of her husband, Salisu Idris, barely nine days after their wedding. The judgment was delivered by Justice Maryam Sabo on Thursday after the court found the defendant guilty of culpable homicide. LEADERSHIP reports the incident whixh drew […]

Onojuvwevwo crossed the line first in 51.47 seconds to win Semi-final 3, comfortably securing one of the two automatic qualification spots for the medal race.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has expressed concern over the growing involvement of women in drug trafficking in Edo State, describing the trend as a reflection of increasing socio-economic vulnerability and weakening family values. Speaking in Benin City during the decoration ceremony of 73 newly promoted officers, the Edo State Commander of the […]

The defendants identified as Bamidele Ayodele Emmanuel, Abdullah Oriyomi, Garuba Fathiat Funmilayo and Gbenro Victor Ademola were arraigned separately on a two-count charge each bordering on money laundering, contrary to the provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.

The presiding judge of a Sharia Court in Gwarjo community, Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State, narrowly escaped abduction on Thursday after suspected bandits attacked the court during proceedings. The judge, Mohammed Mukhtar, reportedly fled through a back window moments before the armed men stormed the court premises, averting what residents believe was an […]

Osun State Police Command frees Secretary to the State Government, Teslim Igbalaiye, a day after his arrest during a raid on his Osogbo residence. Imole Campaign Council praises the Inspector-General of Police and Osun Commissioner of Police, describing the release as a triumph of justice and the rule of law. SSG’s arrest had triggered a […] The post Police Release Osun SSG After Controversial Arrest appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Osun State African Democratic Congress Gubernatorial Campaign Council, ADC-GCC, has condemned what it described as the “unruly conduct” of members of the All Progressives Congress and the Accord Party at the Independent National Electoral Commission stakeholders’ meeting held in Osogbo on Wednesday. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Hon. Nurein Adebisi, on Thursday, […] The post Osun ADC Condemns APC, Accord Members’ Disruption At INEC Stakeholders’ Meeting appeared first on OsunDefender.