BY BLAISE UDUNZE The vision was bold. The expectation was clear. And the promise was powerful. When the Dangote Refinery began operations, it was hailed as Nigeria’s long-awaited escape from decades of energy contradiction, which involves exporting crude oil while importing refined fuel at high costs. It was meant to guarantee supply, stabilize prices, conserve [...]

Former Minister of Sports and Youths Development, Solomon Dalung, has likened Nigeria’s institutions to the captives who are in the hands of bandits in the forest. Dalung stated this on Wednesday when he appeared as a guest in an interview on Trust TV monitored by DAILY POST. He was reacting to situation of the various […] Nigerian institutions similar to captives in bandits’ custody – Buhari’s ex-Minister

The Nigerian Army has dismissed a soldier after a viral video in which he urged politicians to enlist their children in the military sparked nationwide debate. The soldier, identified as Rotimi Olamilekan, a Lance Corporal who reportedly served for about eight years, including deployments in Maiduguri, gained widespread attention after sharing a video on social […]

Governor Nasir Idris has expressed shock over the killing of security personnel in an ambush in Kebbi State. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday night at Giro Masa community in Shanga Local Government Area, left nine soldiers and one police officer dead, alongside some civilians. Two military gun trucks were also reportedly set ablaze during […] Kebbi: Gov Idris reacts to killing of soldiers, policeman by gunmen in ambush

  The CleanAce Foundation & Academy has opened applications for its One-Year Apprenticeship Programme in Total Fabricare Production,… This article CleanAce Apprenticeship Program 2026 for MSMEs appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Nasarawa United management have been warned against sabotaging the efforts of the team. The state governor, Abdullahi Sule, made the warning during a visit to the players on Tuesday. There were reports of crowd troubles during Nasarawa United’s clash with Rivers United at the Lafia City Stadium on Monday. Sule frowned at the report of […] NPFL: Governor Sule warns Nasarawa United’s management against sabotage

March 25, (THEWILL) — Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested a 60-year-old village head and recovered an AK-47 rifle in a fishing settlement in Mbo Local Government Area, in what it describes as a renewed fight against illegal arms proliferation in the state. The suspect, identified as Chief Edet, village head […] The post Police Arrest Village Head, Recover AK-47 In Akwa Ibom Fishing Settlement appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced plans to welcome its 33rd serving governor into the ruling party on Wednesday, ahead of its forthcoming National Convention. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the leadership of the party’s Digital and Media subcommittees. The committee also emphasized its goal of reaching 100 […]

March 25, (THEWILL) — Airtel Africa has taken a major step toward bridging the connectivity gap across underserved regions by successfully testing satellite-to-mobile services in Kenya in partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink. The company’s Chief Executive Officer, Sunil Taldar, confirmed the development in a statement, noting that the trial demonstrated how standard smartphones can connect directly […] The post Starlink Mobile Service Trial By Airtel Africa Expands Connectivity In Kenya appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

  The Africa Economic Scholars Programme (AESP) is now accepting applications. A Pan-African initiative, the programme is designed… This article Africa Economic Scholars Programme (AESP) 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

March 25, (THEWILL) — OpenAI has shut down its AI video-generation tool, Sora, bringing an end to its partnership with The Walt Disney Company. Sora, which launched in 2024 and gained global attention for creating realistic videos from simple prompts, is being discontinued as OpenAI shifts focus to other areas of artificial intelligence. The move […] The post OpenAI Shuts Down Sora, Ends Disney AI Video Partnership appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

  Deloitte Nigeria has opened applications for its 2026 Graduate Internship Programme, giving young graduates the chance to… This article Deloitte Nigeria Graduate Internship Programme 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

  The Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator 2026 is now accepting applications. The high-impact program is… This article Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

The Ondo State High Court sitting in Akure has sentenced a 21-year-old domestic worker, Emmanuel Akpan, to death by hanging for the murder of his employer, Mrs Febisola Caroline Adedayo. In a judgment delivered on Wednesday, Justice Rotimi Olamide found Akpan guilty of murder, while his co-defendant, Goodness James Akpe, was discharged and acquitted for [...]

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new regulatory framework to strengthen oversight of diaspora remittances and enhance transparency in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market. Under the new directive, all International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) are required to open and maintain naira settlement accounts with authorised dealer banks, through which [...]

A recent interview granted by convicted Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha has triggered a negative string of events. The controversy began on March 23, 2026, when actress and podcast host Biola Adebayo released an episode of her programme Talk-To-B Baba Ijesha. The interview came shortly after his release from prison following a conviction […]

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested a 60-year-old village head, Chief Edet, in possession of an AK-47 rifle in Mbo Local Government Area of the state. The suspect, said to be the village head of Asik Ubofa, a fishing settlement in Effiat Clan, was apprehended on Tuesday following credible intelligence linking [...]

A Nigerian university lecturer has called on the National Assembly to amend the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Act to allow private universities access to funding under the scheme. Dr. Sikiru Nurudeen, Associate Professor of Political Science at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, said the current TETFund law unfairly excludes private institutions, limiting their ability to build […] Review TETFund Act to include private universities – Lecturer urges NASS

March 25, (THEWILL) — The average retail price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, declined significantly to ₦1,051.47 in February 2026, representing a 15.60 percent decrease from ₦1,245.80 recorded in February 2025, offering relief to consumers and businesses across Nigeria. However, on a month-on-month basis, the price recorded a marginal increase of […] The post Petrol Price Drops 15.6% Year-On-Year To ₦1,051 In February – NBS appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has urged opposition parties to shift their attention toward rebuilding their structures, refining strategies, and preparing for the 2031 elections instead of disputing what it described as concluded 2027 mandates through distractions or unproductive rhetoric. This position was made known by the Lagos APC Spokesman, […] Focus on 2031 elections, 2027 already settled – Lagos APC to opposition

March 25, (THEWILL) — A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has ruled that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) acted beyond its statutory powers in dissolving the board and management of Union Bank of Nigeria, declaring the action “ultra vires” and ordering the immediate reinstatement of the bank’s former leadership. Delivering judgement on Wednesday, […] The post CBN Acted Beyond Powers – Court Rules, Reinstates Union Bank Board appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Since Isreal and United States of America started launching missile attacks on Iran on February 28, 2026, the world has not known peace. The ripple effects have sent shockwaves on every country of the world. Iran, a middle-level world power, has shown resilience despite suffering heavy losses in terms of men and infrastructure. Iran’s Supreme […]

March 25, (THEWILL) — FMDQ Group Plc has reinforced its commitment to youth financial literacy by engaging secondary school students in a targeted outreach programme to mark the 2026 Global Money Week 2026. The initiative, delivered through its flagship FMDQ-Next Generation Financial Markets Empowerment Programme, saw the Group host a “Teach-a-Class” session for students at […] The post FMDQ Deepens Financial Literacy Drive With Student Outreach For Global Money Week appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

March 25, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian Bar Association has cautioned activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, against actions capable of undermining the sanctity of the judiciary, warning that courtrooms must not be turned into platforms for media engagement. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the NBA President, Afam Osigwe, SAN, stressed that “courtrooms are not platforms […] The post Respect Court Sanctity – NBA Warns Sowore Over Media Show appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Federal Road Safety Corps has confirmed the death of a tricycle operator and his female passenger in a fatal road accident in Abia State. The Sector Commander of the FRSC in the state, Mrs Ngozi Ezeoma, disclosed on Wednesday that the crash occurred on Tuesday at the notorious “Sign Board” junction near Ubani Market [...]

March 25, (THEWILL) — The Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja, on Wednesday, ordered the final forfeiture of $13 million linked to Aisha Achimugu’s Oceangate Engineering Oil & Gas Ltd, ruling that the funds were not proven to have been legitimately acquired. Justice Emeka Nwite, who delivered the judgement, granted the motion for final forfeiture […] The post Court Orders Final Forfeiture Of $13m Linked To Achimugu’s Oceangate Engineering Oil appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Security forces under Operation Hadin Kai have arrested 18 individuals suspected of supplying logistics to insurgents in Borno State, as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist networks in the North-East. The suspects were reportedly intercepted while heading towards Gubio, with indications they were en route to the Gudumbali axis—an area long identified as a […]

The Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the permanent forfeiture of $13 million linked to businesswoman Aisha Achimugu and her company, Oceangate Engineering Oil & Gas Limited, to the Federal Government. The decision was disclosed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in a statement issued via its X handle on Wednesday. Delivering the [...]

The Jos Electricity Distribution Plc (JED) has linked the recent dip in electricity supply within its coverage areas to a sharp reduction in power allocation from the national grid. This was made known in a statement released on Wednesday in Jos by the company’s Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Saratu Dauda. Dauda explained that the […]

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  21 players have reported to  the Super Eagles Bellis Deluxe Hotel base in Antalya, Turkey ahead of the international friendlies against Iran, and Jordan, Prompt News reports. The Super Eagles opened their training camp on Tuesday ahead of the two scheduled fixtures. 15 players reported for duty on Tuesday, with  Samuel [...]

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested two men for conspiracy and attempted child abduction in Ogbagi Akoko, thanks to the quick response of community members. According to the police, the incident occurred on March 22, 2026, when Mrs. Olanireti F., a resident of Ioso Street, reported that her three-year-old son, Alex Ayobami, was being [...]

  Several military and police officers, along with civilians, were killed in a deadly ambush by gunmen in the Giro Masa community, Shanga Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The incident occurred on Tuesday night with the exact number of casualties among security personnel remains unclear. Meanwhile, two community members were confirmed dead, according to […] The post Gunmen Ambush Military, Police In Kebbi, Kill Several appeared first on OsunDefender.

With the world-class Trauma Centre being built by the Anambra State Government at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Amaku-Awka, and the state-of-the-art equipment being installed, the hospital is set to become a centre of excellence for the handling of trauma patients in the entire Southeast region. The Chief Medical Director of the hospital, […]

The National Youth Service Corps has dismissed as false a viral claim that it operates a “ransom clause” and exposes corps members to bandit attacks, reassuring Nigerians that the scheme prioritises the safety and welfare of all members. The clarification was issued on Wednesday by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, following […] The post NYSC Denies ‘Ransom Clause’ Claims, Assures Corps Members’ Safety appeared first on OsunDefender.

March 25, (THEWILL) — Signature Bank has announced the appointment of Alex Alozie as its new Deputy Managing Director, marking a strategic move to strengthen the bank’s leadership team and accelerate its growth agenda. The appointment, which takes immediate effect, reflects the bank’s commitment to deepening its operational capacity and enhancing service delivery across its […] The post Alex Alozie Joins Signature Bank As Deputy Managing Director appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

March 25, (THEWILL) — Ghana President, John Dramani Mahama, has slammed the administration of U.S. President, Donald Trump, over what he described as the “erasure” of Black history, while simultaneously pushing for global recognition of transatlantic slavery as a grave crime and renewed calls for reparations. Mahama made the remarks on Tuesday in New York […] The post Ghana’s Mahama Slams U.S. Over Erasure Of Black History, Seeks Reparations appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.