The Sahara Group has opened applications for the 2026 Asharami M.A.D Equation, an innovation platform created to help… This article Sahara Group Asharami M.A.D Equation 2026 for African Innovators appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Nigerian lawyer and Chief Executive Officer, Yiaga Africa, Samson Itodo, has criticised the current method of appointing chairpersons of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), arguing that the process grants excessive power to a single individual. Speaking on the podcast Conversations with Prof. Jideofor Adibe, Itodo advocated for a more transparent and competitive selection process […]

June 17, (THEWILL) — Nigeria has called for stronger collaboration among African nations to protect marine resources, strengthen ocean security and accelerate the development of a sustainable blue economy, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the oceans for future generations amid growing global environmental concerns. The position was presented by the Minister of State for Foreign […] The post Nigeria Rallies African Nations on Ocean Security, Sustainable Blue Economy appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The federal government has earmarked about 30,000 hectares of land within the Wase Grazing Reserve in Plateau State for a livestock development project involving Defence Headquarters Holdings. Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, disclosed this during an inspection visit to the reserve alongside representatives of Defence Headquarters Holdings, who have expressed interest in investing […]

June 17, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian Army has convened a General Court Martial to prosecute 12 serving soldiers over allegations bordering on murder, assault, and aiding criminal activities, in a move seen as part of efforts to reinforce discipline and accountability within the military. The military panel was inaugurated at the 4 Special Forces Command […] The post Army Court-Martials 12 Soldiers Over Alleged Murder, Assault, Criminal Activities appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced a comprehensive review of interconnection rates in the telecommunications sector, a move that industry stakeholders say could reshape competition, investment and pricing across Nigeria’s telecom market. The review, expected to be the first major reassessment of the framework, is taking place against a backdrop of rising concerns that […]

Great Nigerian Insurance Plc has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission to proceed with its proposed rights issue of 6 billion ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each at N2.60 per share. The rights issue, valued at N15.6 billion, is being offered on the basis of six new ordinary shares for every seven existing […]

As the industry enters the final weeks of recapitalisation under the Nigeria Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025, the incoming chairman of Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA), Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu said the Association will intensify compliance support for members and strengthen engagement with the government. She stated that the NIA has a statutory duty to advise on insurance-related […]

By Ado Oyeyemi The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a medical doctor, a traditional birth attendant and the parents of a newboDoctor, parents birth attendant arrested over alleged sale of newborn for N2.5m in hospitalrn baby over the alleged sale of the infant for N2.5 million. Police investigations revealed that the 28-year-old mother and [...]

  The National Pension Commission (PenCom) says it has commenced discussions with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) on an innovative partnership that could bring an estimated 9 million transport workers into the Personal Pension Plan (PPP) under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The proposed collaboration came to the fore during a courtesy […]

In the aftermath of party primaries held across the 22 registered political parties in Nigeria between April 23 and May 30, 2026, the parties are now trying to resolve issues arising from the exercise. While many aspirants who felt shortchanged in the nomination process have petitioned the party-primaries appeal committees, others have gone to court […]

"The Original Result Slip contains the candidate's photograph, national ranking and other security features. It is part of the official document required for post-UTME processing and consideration by tertiary institutions," the statement said.

June 17, (THEWILL) — A London Court has found former Petroleum Minister, Deziani Alison-Madueke not guilty on all the corruption charges preferred against her. This is a developing story… The post BREAKING: London Court Finds Deziani Alison-Madueke Not Guilty appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

June 17, (THEWILL) — The Minority Caucus of Nigeria’s House of Representatives has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Federal Government to rescue schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State, while calling for an immediate overhaul of the country’s security architecture amid worsening insecurity across the nation. The caucus, led by Minority Leader Fred Agbedi, […] The post Reps Minority Caucus Gives FG 72 Hours to Rescue Abducted Oyo Teachers, Pupils, Demands Security Overhaul appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The United States Department of State has stepped in to help Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha reunite with his mother after the veteran shot-stopper revealed she was unable to attend his country’s historic FIFA World Cup 2026 debut because of visa-related difficulties.   The intervention comes just days after the 40-year-old goalkeeper delivered one of the […]

The film had grossed N128 million at the West African box office, marking a significant milestone in its theatrical run.

The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, in collaboration with Microsoft and Founderz, has launched a free online AI… This article Microsoft/Founderz: Federal Ministry of Women Affairs Free AI Skills Training 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.