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Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·30 Jul 2026

Oshiomhole: Peter Obi's 2023 Rise Was Anger at Buhari, Not Real Threat

Senator Adams Oshiomhole argues Peter Obi's strong 2023 performance reflected public frustration with economic hardship, not lasting political strength ahead…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·30 Jul 2026

Appeal Court Overturns ADC Deregistration Order Ahead of 2027 Elections

Nigeria's Court of Appeal has nullified a Federal High Court ruling that sought to deregister the African Democratic Congress, clearing the party's path for…

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·30 Jul 2026

Lagos Building Insurance Scheme launched; NAICOM seeks nationwide adoption

Lagos State launches mandatory building insurance program for structures above one storey, with federal regulators backing the model for national expansion.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·30 Jul 2026

Tinubu to Announce Fresh Military Pay Raise, Defence Minister Says

President Tinubu plans to approve another salary increase for Armed Forces personnel, Defence Minister Christopher Musa announced Monday in Abuja.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·29 Jul 2026

Matawalle orders military to intensify anti-terrorism push in Northwest

Defence Minister directs troops to escalate operations against armed groups following recent attacks in Zamfara that killed police officers and abducted a…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

APM mobilizes cross-party backing for Makinde's 2027 presidential bid

The Allied Peoples Movement says it is building opposition alliances to position Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as an alternative to President Tinubu in 2027.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

Nigeria, AfDB Push for African Control of Mineral Wealth Through Local Processing

Nigeria and the African Development Bank called for African nations to process minerals locally rather than exporting raw materials, proposing regional…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

Babachir Lawal: Why Buhari Held Back From Backing Tinubu in 2023

Ex-SGF reveals late president had religious and ethical reservations about Tinubu's candidacy but agreed to stay neutral during APC primary.

Education·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

Education Minister Links Tinubu's $1trn Economy Goal to Workforce Reforms

Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa says sustained investments in skills training and tertiary education are central to Nigeria's economic transformation by 2030.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

BBNaija Season 11 Launches Tonight With ₦160M Prize

Big Brother Naija's 11th season premieres at 7 p.m. on Africa Magic channels, featuring a record grand prize and ten weeks of competition.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

Kebbi High Court Judge Abducted in Midnight Attack at Residence

Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza was taken from his home in Bunza Local Government Area early Sunday. Police have deployed tactical teams to locate him.

Health·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

Benue State investigates suspected Mpox case in Konshisha LGA

Health authorities in Benue have launched an investigation into a suspected Mpox case reported in Konshisha, with laboratory tests pending confirmation.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

US Lobbying Firm Linked to Atiku Pushes for Tinubu Drug Case Records

Von Batten-Montague-York, a firm connected to Atiku Abubakar, is campaigning for the release of documents related to President Tinubu's alleged US drug case.

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Shettima Pushes Africa to Process Raw Materials Locally, Not Export Them

Vice President Kashim Shettima called on African nations to stop exporting unprocessed materials and instead develop domestic manufacturing during a visit to…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Sokoto Graduates 1,550 Marshals, Includes First Female Operatives

Sokoto State has completed training of 1,550 security operatives, marking the debut of female cadets in the state's Marshal Corps.

politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Senate Lines Up Bills on Courts, Telecoms, Land and Health in June Sittings

The Nigerian Senate scheduled legislative business across two June 2026 sittings covering judicial reforms, telecommunications amendments, and agricultural…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Adeleke's Team Calls for International Monitors at Osun Guber Poll

Governor Ademola Adeleke's campaign group has petitioned international observers and Nigeria's IGP ahead of the August 15 Osun governorship election.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Police Deny 'Shoot-on-Sight' Order After IG's Benue Comments Spark Confusion

Nigeria Police Force clarified that Inspector-General Olatunji Disu did not issue a blanket shoot-on-sight directive, citing Force Order 237 governing firearm…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Ndume denies role in Boko Haram ransom talks, faces allegations

Senator Ali Ndume rejected claims he mediated ransom negotiations for kidnapped residents, saying he has never handled such sums.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Budget Office: N1.3bn Meant for Questionable Council Never Spent

Nigeria's Budget Office says expenditure controls prevented release of funds for the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, which has been…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·27 Jul 2026

Budget Office: No PFIPC Funds Released Despite ₦1.3 Billion Allocation

The Budget Office says statutory procedures were never completed for the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, blocking any…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·26 Jul 2026

Osun Government Rejects NURTW Caretaker Committee, Backing Alowonle

Osun State has rejected a national NURTW caretaker committee led by Kazeem Oyewale, insisting Nurudeen Alowonle remains the only recognized leadership in the…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·26 Jul 2026

US Congressman Pushes for Nnamdi Kanu Release on House Floor

Michigan lawmaker John James introduced a motion in Congress calling for the immediate release or retrial of the IPOB leader, now imprisoned on terrorism…

Education·By Plus234Feed Editorial·26 Jul 2026

JAMB Opens NCE and Agricultural Programme Admissions Without UTME

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has begun registration for Nigeria Certificate in Education and non-technological agricultural programmes…