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

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has commenced efforts to build Northern youth support for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 presidential bid.

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.

APM Disputes Tinubu's Security Claims, Cites Rising Death Toll

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Opposition party rejects Defence Minister's assertions of improved security, pointing to ranking data and casualty figures under current administration.

By Plus234Feed Editorial8 Sept 2026

Health

Plateau State closes all schools indefinitely over diphtheria outbreak

The Plateau State Government has suspended all educational activities across its public and private primary and secondary institutions, effective Monday, September 7, 2026.

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

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike publicly backed President Bola Tinubu's 2027 presidential campaign, stating that Rivers State voters will support the President's bid for another term.

Education

New Zealand, Australia, UK Update Student Visa Rules for Foreign Learners

Commonwealth nations clarify student visa duration, work rights, and application timelines for international students seeking study abroad opportunities.

Nigeria's External Reserves Hit $54.08bn, Highest Level Since 2008

Nigeria's foreign reserves climbed to $54.08 billion on September 3, marking an 18-year peak and adding $8.51 billion since the start of 2026.

ADC Unveils 28 Governorship Candidates for 2027 Election Push

Across 28 states, the African Democratic Congress unveiled candidates for both governorship and deputy governorship positions in the 2027 general elections.

Entertainment

Isabell Idibia Opens Up On Life After Parents' Split, Half-Siblings

2Baba's daughter Isabell has spoken publicly about coping with her parents' separation and her bonds with half-siblings in a radio interview.

Education

Atiku Defends American University of Nigeria as Almajiri Crisis Response

Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President, responded this week to social media criticism by outlining his work on out-of-school children and street begging in northern Nigeria.

Military Rescues Hostages Without Confrontation, Defence Minister Explains Strategy

Gen. Christopher Musa says Nigerian troops rescue kidnapped victims by encircling hideouts and cutting off supplies, forcing terrorists to flee.

RCCG donates over $265,000 to bring 500 stranded Nigerians home from South Africa

The Redeemed Christian Church of God has given funds to purchase one-way tickets for Nigerians fleeing xenophobic violence in South Africa.

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.

Igboho Pledges Continued Fight Against Southwest Crime Through Security Network

Sunday Igboho, a Yoruba Nation activist and creator of the Iru Ekun Security Network, has pledged an unrelenting campaign targeting criminal elements throughout South-West Nigeria.

37–43 dead in Rivers oil siphoning tragedy at Okari Jetty

Dozens of youths died from toxic fumes while illegally loading petroleum products at a jetty in Okrika, Rivers State, on September 3.

Nigeria Joins IEA as Associate Member, Signs Energy Policy Agreement

Nigeria and the International Energy Agency completed a formal partnership agreement on Thursday, with the signing of a Joint Work Programme designed to deepen cooperation across energy data collection, policy development, investment facilitation and security matters.

Lifestyle

DSS Bars Operatives From Arrests Over Civil Disputes

The Department of State Services has instructed its operatives not to make arrests in civil disputes, directing personnel to leave such matters to the judicial system instead.

Petrol prices spike to N1,345/L as global crude tensions grip Nigeria

Pump prices have jumped over N100 in two weeks. Marketers cite international oil costs and supply disruptions, while relief may come as new fuel stocks arrive.

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.

Sports

D'Tigress Touch Down in Berlin for 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup

Nigeria's women's basketball team arrives in Germany with a 12-player squad led by captain Amy Okonkwo, ready to compete in Group B starting September 4.

By Plus234Feed Editorial5 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.