E-commerce in Nigeria has grown rapidly over the past few years, thanks to mobile internet access, shifting consumer habits, and the rise of digital payments. Social media has played a key role in the growth of Nigerian e-commerce brands, offering a cost-effective way to engage customers. Read more about Social Media But visibility alone … Continue reading Social Media Strategies for Nigerian E-commerce Brands This article Social Media Strategies for Nigerian E-commerce Brands appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

May 14, (THEWILL) – President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of forest guards and commencement of their employment to secure the 1,129 forests in the country. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. The President directed that the forest guards are to be […] The post Tinubu Approves Establishment Of Forest Guards, Says No Terrorist, Bandit Will Inhabit Nigeria’s Territory appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

  Social media has become one of the most powerful tools for promoting travel and tourism. In Nigeria, it is helping to showcase destinations that were once overlooked or underrepresented. From the rolling hills of Obudu to the beaches of Lagos, local creators and travel enthusiasts are using platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X … Continue reading The Role of Social Media in Promoting Local Nigerian Tourism This article The Role of Social Media in Promoting Local Nigerian Tourism appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

  TikTok is no longer just an app for dance challenges and viral skits. It has quickly become one of the most powerful platforms for digital marketing, with over a billion users globally and a fast-growing Nigerian audience. While many brands in Nigeria still focus on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, TikTok offers a unique opportunity … Continue reading Why Nigerian Brands Should Invest in TikTok for Business Growth This article Why Nigerian Brands Should Invest in TikTok for Business Growth appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

May 14, (THEWILL) – In 1960, shortly after gaining independence, Nigeria boldly declared that “Africa would be the centrepiece” of its foreign policy. This vision, championed by Prime Minister Tafawa Balewa, shaped the country’s early engagement with the world and positioned Nigeria as a key player in the liberation, unity, and development of Africa. For […] The post OPINION: Nigeria’s Afrocentric Foreign Policy: Sustaining The Centrepiece Or Losing Grip? appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

  When it comes to growing a brand on social media, one of the most common questions is whether to focus on organic strategies or invest in paid ads. Both options can be effective, but they serve different purposes and work best when used with the right mindset. Read more about Social Media Organic growth … Continue reading Organic or Paid Growth for Social Media Marketing? This article Organic or Paid Growth for Social Media Marketing? appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

***Holds Nov 25-30…Entry Submissions Portal Opens on May 27 One of Africa’s largest and most vibrant cities, Lagos, Nigeria, has been officially chosen by the African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Committee of AFRIMA to host the 2025 edition of the prestigious All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The City will welcome leading and budding [...]

May 14, (THEWILL) – Nollywood actress and plus-size model, Monalisa Stephen, has died at the age of 33. She passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Lagos due to complications from low blood sugar and internal bleeding. Her death was confirmed by a family member and later announced by Seun Oloketuyi, CEO of Best […] The post Nollywood Actress Monalisa Stephen Passes Away appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Nigerian actress and filmmaker Mary Gold has once again spoken out about the ongoing controversy involving comedian Baba Tee and Dara, the estranged wife of skit maker Ijoba Lande. As previously reported, Ijoba Lande had accused Baba Tee of being intimate with his wife during a game of Truth or Dare.  In a new interview [...]

The growing trend of “Japa” — the emigration of Nigerians seeking better opportunities abroad, is often driven by factors such as economic stability, education, healthcare, and family reunification. For many prospective international students, the ability to bring loved ones along is a key consideration. Here are 10 countries that permit international students to travel with [...]

The growing trend of “Japa” — the emigration of Nigerians seeking better opportunities abroad — is often driven by factors such as economic stability, education, healthcare, and family reunification. For many prospective students, the ability to bring loved ones along is a key consideration. Here are 10 countries that permit international students to travel with [...]

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) branch, has accused the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) of deliberately targeting candidates from the South-East with unfair treatment in the recently concluded 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Chairman of ASUU-UNN, Dr. Óyibo Eze, made this claim during a press briefing [...]

May 14, (THEWILL) – Ogun State journalist Agbakaizu died on Monday, May 12, 2025, as she prepared for her afternoon broadcast at the state-owned television station. The Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, Mr Bunmi Adigun, confirmed her death in a statement issued in Abeokuta on Tuesday night. “Agbakaizu, a […] The post Tragedy In Ogun As Journalist Agbakaizu Slumps, Passes Away appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

May 14, (THEWILL) – Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-East, have threatened to quit the party in bloc, over alleged marginalisation of the zone. This decision was part of the outcome of a stakeholders meeting held in Enugu on Wednesday, which also had Governor Peter Mbah in attendance. Briefing newsmen after […] The post More Troubles For PDP As South-East Bloc Threatens To Quit, Alleges Marginalisation appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Ooni applauds Tinubu for establishing SWDC, hails appointment of Akinola, others The Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary leadership in establishing the South West Development Commission (SWDC), describing it as a landmark step toward addressing the developmental needs of the region. In a statement issued [...]

The Nigerian film industry is in mourning following the death of Nollywood actress and brand influencer, Monalisa Stephen. Monalisa passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Lagos. According to Seun Oloketuyi, CEO of Best of Nollywood (BON), she succumbed to complications related to low blood sugar and internal bleeding. Oloketuyi shared the sad news [...]

The Director General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), Dr. Mohammed Bulama, has said that Nigerians are running out of patience over the continued killings across the country. He urged the military and other security agencies to take urgent steps to end the violence and restore peace. Dr. Bulama made the call during [...]

By Tony Obiechina Abuja  The Federal Government has set up a high-level committee to streamline and standardize fee payment processes across the country’s tertiary institutions. This move aims to enhance financial operations between Nigerian Universities and the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, who  announced this in Abuja on [...]

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that he faces intense criticism largely due to his privileged upbringing. Speaking on a recent episode of the Culture Knock Out podcast, Davido said being labeled a “rich kid” could have hindered his music career if he hadn’t initially kept his family background private. “In [...]

May 14, (THEWILL) – Amid widespread outrage over the poor performance of candidates in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Wednesday, admitted to errors. THEWILL reports that over 1.5 million, out of the 1.9 million candidates who sat for this year’s UTME scored below 200 out […] The post Over 350,000 Candidates Affected As JAMB Admits Errors In 2025 UTME Results appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Farmers and herders in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State have agreed to a ceasefire and committed to peaceful coexistence after a recent conflict between the two groups. According to the report a security team visited the area on Monday for an on the spot assessment and held a peace meeting with community [...]

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has taken responsibility for the mass failure that trailed the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, fought tears at a press conference on Wednesday, while admitting that there was indeed some errors in the results of the just concluded UTME. He announced that about […] The post 379,997 Candidates In Lagos, South East To Retake 2025 UTME As JAMB Registrar Admits Responsibility appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nollywood actress and body positivity advocate, Monalisa Stephen has been confirmed dead after suffering from low blood sugar and internal bleeding. The sad incident happened on Tuesday, 13th of May, 2025, in Lagos, as confirmed by a close family member. The news was made public on Wednesday morning by the Chief Executive Officer of Best [...]

President Donald Trump has lifted longstanding sanctions on Syria and secured over $340 billion in defense and aviation deals with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, drawing both praise and sharp criticism, especially over a controversial luxury jet offer from Doha. U.S. regional priorities seem to be moving away from previous conditions around Israeli normalization and focusing [...]

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has acknowledged errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), affecting candidates’ performance.  Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede admitted during a press briefing in Abuja, expressing regret over the situation. Out of nearly 2 million candidates, over 75% scored below 200, with only 0.63% scoring above 300. The [...]

Boko Haram insurgents have attacked the community of Mayoladde in the Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.  uring the attack, three people were killed, and three churches were set on fire. The terrorists also burned down a food store and a shop before fleeing the area. Residents are calling for increased security to prevent [...]

May 14, (THEWILL) – The District Head of Odugbeho, in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, Chief Tony Adejo, has been killed by suspected armed herders. The lawmaker, representing Apa/Agatu constituency of Benue state in the House of Representatives, Hon.Ojema Ojotu, confirmed the death of the district head when he featured on a TVC […] The post Suspected Herdsmen Kill District Head In Benue appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

Veteran Nollywood actress Tina Mbah has shared thoughtful advice with fellow actor who find themselves struggling to balance their professional lives with marriage. Mbah emphasized the importance of being perceptive in relationships, pointing out that there are usually early signs when a partner may not be supportive of one’s career in the film industry. Drawing [...]

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted to errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), following a flood of complaints over score discrepancies. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede acknowledged the issues, saying, “What should have been a moment of joy has changed [...]

The Lagos State Police Command has detained an Assistant Superintendent of Police and his entire patrol team following the loss of a service AK-47 rifle and ammunition during a stop-and-search operation in the Surulere area of Lagos. According to a police wireless signal dated 12 May 2025, and signed by the Assistant Commissioner of Police, […] The post Police Detain ASP, Entire Patrol Team After Losing Firearm, Ammunition During Stop-And-Search appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly sent a letter of invitation to former Niger Delta militant leader, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, over allegations of naira abuse and financial misconduct. Sources within the anti-graft agency who spoke with SaharaReporters on Wednesday, the letter was delivered earlier this week, and the […] The post EFCC Summons Tompolo Over Naira Abuse Viral Video appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has finally admitted that it made errors that affected students’ performance during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The Registrar of the Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, admitted to this during an ongoing press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. Oloyede said, “What should have been a moment of […] The post JAMB Admits To Error In 2025 UTME Results appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has finally admitted that it made errors that affected students’ performance during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The Registrar of the Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, admitted to this during an ongoing press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. Oloyede said, “What should have been a moment of joy […] The post Just In: JAMB Admits To Error In 2025 UTME Results appeared first on OsunDefender.

Honoring the brave hearts who sleep in bushes, fight in silence, and sacrifice their lives so we may live in peace. I watched it. A video clip from a village, just after a Boko Haram attack on a military base. The camera shook, the dust still fresh. But what shook me the most… was the [...]

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has introduced the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) to facilitate banking for Nigerians living abroad. This announcement was made via a post on X on Tuesday. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso described the NRBVN as a significant step in Nigeria’s financial […] The post CBN Launches Non-Resident BVN For Nigerians Abroad appeared first on OsunDefender.

A wave of grief and public outrage has swept across social media following the tragic death of Christine Ibiba Eniola Tom-West, a final-year Law student at the University of Lagos, who reportedly died after multiple Lagos hospitals allegedly failed to provide timely emergency care following a fatal car accident. Christine was among passengers involved in […] The post Outrage As Lagos Hospitals Allegedly Deny Treatment, Leading To Death Of UNILAG Final Year Law Student appeared first on OsunDefender.