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Sports·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Ronaldo Makes World Cup History With Goals at Six Tournaments

At 41, Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player ever to score across six different FIFA World Cups after netting twice in a 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Wike pledges complete Abuja transformation by end of Tinubu's first term

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says infrastructure projects will reshape Abuja's landscape by May 2027, dismissing concerns about election-year delays.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Kano Suspends Thomas Region Water Scheme Manager Over Vandalism

Kano State has removed the manager of a water facility serving three local governments after inspections uncovered damaged infrastructure and non-functional…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Taraba cuts street sweeper pay from ₦15,000 to ₦10,000 amid budget strain

Taraba State Environment Sanitation Agency reduced monthly wages for street sweepers, citing financial pressures and rising operational costs across 16 local…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Fayose warned against dragging Olubadan into Oyo political row

Traditional leaders and Ibadan groups have told former Ekiti governor Ayodele Fayose to stop involving the Olubadan in his political disputes with Governor…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Tinubu sends state police bill to Senate for constitutional amendment

President Tinubu has formally transmitted legislation to the Senate seeking to amend Nigeria's constitution and establish state-level police forces nationwide.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

El-Rufai's Wiretapping Trial Advances as DSS Closes Prosecution Case

Former Kaduna governor faces five cybercrime charges after admitting to intercepting NSA communications during a February TV interview.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Police deny ransom demand in Oyo schoolchildren abduction case

Nigeria Police Force says it has no knowledge of ransom requests from kidnappers and pledges coordinated rescue efforts for abducted pupils and teachers in…

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

FG Calls Emergency Meeting on Cooking Gas as Prices Surge Nationwide

Nigeria's government convened urgent talks with security agencies to tackle rising LPG prices driven by market diversion and hoarding affecting millions of…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Federal Court Adjourns Challenge to Donald Duke's PRP Presidential Bid

A lawsuit questioning former Cross River governor Donald Duke's eligibility as the People's Redemption Party's 2027 presidential candidate has been postponed…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Tinubu Inaugurates Water Network for Abuja Satellite Towns

President Tinubu commissioned a water supply project linking Karu, Orozo, Jikwoyi and Kurudu, pledging an end to infrastructure neglect in FCT suburbs.

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Umahi pressures cement makers to slash prices amid project strain

Nigeria's Works Minister David Umahi has called on cement manufacturers to reduce prices, citing escalating costs that threaten government infrastructure…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Presidency Dismisses Obi's Call for Tinubu to Resign as Childish

Peter Obi demands President Tinubu step down over economic hardship and security failures. The Presidency responds by rejecting the demand and defending its…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jun 2026

Improvised Device Explodes at Mushin Market; One Injured, Area Secured

An IED detonated beneath a vehicle at a Lagos commercial hub Monday, injuring one person. Police say the area is now safe after sweeping for additional…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Oyebanji Wins Ekiti Re-election With 319,224 Votes, Makes History

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has become the first governor of Ekiti State to secure re-election, winning Saturday's poll with over 319,000 votes.

Sports·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Messi Reaches World Cup Scoring Milestone as Argentina Advances

Lionel Messi equalled Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup goal record with performances against Algeria and Austria, propelling Argentina toward the knockout…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Anambra Police Stop Woman's Attempt to Sell Newborn Baby

Anambra State Police Command intervened after a 21-year-old woman in Igbariam attempted to sell her newborn daughter. A concerned citizen's report led…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Diri attributes Peter Akp's deputy appointment to spiritual guidance

Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri says he experienced intense spiritual direction when selecting Dr. Peter Akp as deputy governor after Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo's death…

Health·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Babalola Vows Rotary Will Push Polio Fight Despite Money Shortfalls

Rotary International's incoming president says financial pressures won't derail the organization's decades-long campaign to eliminate polio worldwide.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Court to rule on Duke's PRP candidacy as rival challenges membership status

A federal high court in Abuja will hear arguments over whether former Cross River governor Donald Duke met eligibility requirements to represent the People's…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Sowore Remanded in Kuje as Court Revokes Bail, Dismisses Recusal Bid

Federal High Court Justice Mohammed Umar ordered Omoyele Sowore detained at Kuje Correctional Centre after revoking his bail over missed court appearances in…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Oyebanji: Re-election Victory Demands Deeper Service Commitment to Ekiti

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji says his electoral victory has reinforced his duty to improve welfare and governance across the state.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Bayelsa Governor Diri Credits Divine Guidance in Deputy Selection

Governor Douye Diri appointed Dr. Peter Akp as deputy governor following Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo's death, citing spiritual direction in his decision-making…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·22 Jun 2026

Makarfi pushes Tinubu to declare national emergency over insecurity

Former Kaduna governor Ahmed Makarfi has called on President Tinubu to invoke extraordinary measures to tackle Nigeria's worsening security crisis.