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Original news recaps written from multiple Nigerian sources. Each story cites the publishers it was synthesized from. New stories published throughout the day as news breaks.

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Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·10 Sept 2026

Daura Says Tinubu Beatable in 2027, Backs Makinde's APM Ticket

Former DSS chief Lawal Daura, APM vice-presidential candidate, declared President Tinubu defeatable, citing administrative errors and his personal knowledge…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·10 Sept 2026

Rivers ADC fires back at Wike over 2027 election boasts, timing row

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's claims about defeating the ADC's presidential ticket sparked pushback from the party, which also criticized the timing of his…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·10 Sept 2026

El-Rufai Demands N10bn From Defence Minister Over Kaduna Killings Claims

Former Kaduna governor's family issued a seven-day ultimatum to General Christopher Musa to prove or retract allegations linking El-Rufai to Southern Kaduna…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·10 Sept 2026

Tanzania's First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan Dies of Heart Condition

The husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan passed away Monday morning at a Zanzibar hospital while being treated for a heart ailment.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·9 Sept 2026

Diaspora Group Condemns Atiku's Washington Lobbying Push Against Tinubu

Nigerian expatriates in the U.S. have criticized former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar for funding a lobbying campaign targeting President Tinubu, calling it a…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·9 Sept 2026

Atiku vows probe of ₦33.75bn cash transfer scheme under Tinubu

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar announced plans to investigate whether ₦33.75 billion in government cash transfers reached 3.29 million vulnerable…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·8 Sept 2026

Akpabio Pitches Tinubu Re-election to Northern Youths, Defends Economic Reforms

Senate President Godswill Akpabio met with Northern youth leaders in Abuja on Saturday to advocate for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid and justify his…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·8 Sept 2026

Ogunyemi Warns Fuel Subsidy Return Would Cripple 15 Northern States

An OAU professor says reinstating petrol subsidies would drain federation funds, leaving 15 northern states unable to operate within three months.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·8 Sept 2026

Wike Backs Tinubu for 2027, Intensifies Attacks on Amaechi in Rivers

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike publicly endorsed President Tinubu's re-election bid while mocking Rotimi Amaechi's political standing, drawing criticism for holding…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·7 Sept 2026

ADC Unveils 28 Governorship Candidates for 2027 Election Push

The African Democratic Congress named candidates across 28 states, featuring Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour and Abubakar Malami, as it positions itself as an…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·6 Sept 2026

Nigeria Dismisses Claims of Supporting Failed Niger Coup

The Federal Government has rejected allegations that it backed a failed coup attempt in Niger, calling the claims false misinformation spread on social media.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·6 Sept 2026

Von Batten Firm Claims $3M Offer to Drop Tinubu Campaign

A US lobbying firm tied to Atiku Abubakar alleged President Tinubu's associates offered its founder $3 million to halt investigations into the president's past.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Sept 2026

Court Orders Police, AGF to Let Detained PFIPC Director Access Lawyers

Federal High Court grants Adeniyi Adeyemi unrestricted legal access while withholding decisions on bail and release pending further hearings.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Sept 2026

CAN Rebukes Peter Obi Supporter Over Jesus Christ Campaign Reference

Christian Association of Nigeria condemns Mama Pee for invoking Jesus in 2027 election debate, urges politicians to keep faith separate from partisan politics.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Sept 2026

House panel clears Gbajabiamila of PFIPC involvement, finds forged documents

Legislators investigating the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council exonerated Tinubu's Chief of Staff, finding no evidence he established or…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Sept 2026

Wike Vows Active Role in 2027 Race, Rejects Atiku's Path

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says he will remain a political force ahead of 2027, dismissing suggestions he will stand aside for former VP Atiku Abubakar.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Sept 2026

Wike Accuses Uzodinma, Abdulrazaq of Political Sabotage

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike named two APC governors as working against him, claiming they failed to reciprocate past political support.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Sept 2026

Wike Defends Tinubu's Subsidy Removal, Faults NBA Leadership

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says President Tinubu cannot control how states spend subsidy gains, and accuses the NBA of prioritizing politics over legal…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Sept 2026

Obi, Kwankwaso Meet NDC Candidates to Plan 2027 Election Strategy

Peter Obi hosted running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso and party candidates at Obidient Headquarters to chart grassroots expansion plans ahead of 2027 polls.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·4 Sept 2026

Tinubu, First Lady Hail Shettima as Patriot on Vice President's 60th Birthday

President Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi joined political leaders in celebrating Vice President Kashim Shettima's 60th milestone, praising his service record.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·4 Sept 2026

INEC Rejects NDC Claims of Candidate Substitution in Anambra, Benue

The electoral commission disputes the opposition party's allegation that it replaced validly nominated State Assembly candidates with unauthorized names.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·4 Sept 2026

Atiku Challenges Tinubu on Fuel Costs, Cites Global Price Disparities

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has responded to President Tinubu's economic criticism by comparing Nigeria's fuel prices to those in other oil-producing…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·4 Sept 2026

Atiku Pledges Direct Local Government Funding Upon 2027 Inauguration

ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar promises immediate direct payment of LG allocations, citing July 2024 Supreme Court ruling on financial autonomy.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·3 Sept 2026

IPOB Gives FG 14 Days to List Kanu Appeal or Risk 2027 Election Boycott

The Indigenous People of Biafra has issued a two-week deadline to the Federal Government to schedule Nnamdi Kanu's appellate hearing, threatening a Southeast…