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Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Kanu Dissolves IPOB's Third Administration; Edoziem Refuses to Step Down

IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has dissolved the group's third administration, declaring the move constitutionally binding, but former director Chika Edoziem…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

SDP Rejects Withdrawal Claims Ahead of Ekiti Governorship Election

The Social Democratic Party has firmly denied reports it withdrew from Ekiti's June 2026 governorship race, saying candidate Ambassador Isaac Adebayo Alad…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

AAC Attacks Court Order Revoking Sowore's Bail as Political Move

Federal High Court revoked Omoyele Sowore's bail for missing trial dates on cybercrime charges. His party calls the decision politically motivated.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Ekiti Election: BVAS Malfunctions Cause Voting Delays in Ikere

Technical faults in Nigeria's biometric voter system disrupted accreditation at Ekiti polling units, with some voters waiting hours to cast ballots.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Oyebanji Wins Senator Bamidele's Polling Unit in Ekiti Guber Race

APC's Biodun Oyebanji secured 164 votes at Senator Opeyemi Bamidele's polling unit in Saturday's Ekiti gubernatorial election, defeating PDP rival Dr. Wole…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Oyebanji dominates key polling units in Ekiti 2026 governorship election

APC incumbent Biodun Oyebanji won decisively across multiple polling units in Saturday's Ekiti election, though PDP secured victory in at least one unit.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Senator Yari Rejects Claims He Financed Anti-Tinubu Protests

Former Zamfara governor denies allegations of sponsoring demonstrations against President Tinubu, reaffirming his backing for the administration.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

EFCC Withdrawn From Ekiti Polling Units as Vote-Buying Allegations Mount

Anti-graft operatives were forced to leave polling stations in Ekiti State after facing voter resistance during Saturday's governorship election amid…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Former Bauchi Deputy Governor Arch Audu Sule Katagum Dies at 69

Arch Audu Sule Katagum, who served as Bauchi State's deputy governor from 2018 to 2019, has died at age 69.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Federal Court Sentences Battujo Kingpin's Mother, Sister to 40 Years Prison

A Federal High Court in Abuja has handed down a 40-year prison sentence to the mother and sister of slain terrorist leader Kachallah Ibrahim Battujo for…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

French Court Orders Hakimi to Stand Trial on Rape Charge

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will face trial in France over allegations made by a woman in 2023. He denies wrongdoing.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Tinubu Commends Wike's Infrastructure Push in Abuja During Road Project Launch

President Tinubu praised FCT Minister Wike for delivering roads and water projects in Abuja, inaugurating the Emmanuel Okanla Boulevard during a ceremony…

Health·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Nigeria's Leaders Push for Sickle Cell Support as Patient Advocates Demand Better Care

Officials and patient advocates are calling for government intervention and community support to improve treatment access and reduce stigma facing sickle cell…

Health·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Nigeria Inaugurates Presidential Task Force to Prevent Ebola Outbreak

The Federal Government has launched a presidential task force led by Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila to implement surveillance and border control measures…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

House of Reps Pushes Back on Minority Caucus Call for Tinubu Resignation

Lawmakers reject opposition demands for president to step down over insecurity, saying security challenges require cross-government collaboration.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

IGP Disu names CSP Iniedu as new Nigeria Police Force spokesman

Inspector General Olatunji Disu has appointed CSP Anieti Okokon Edem Iniedu as the Nigeria Police Force's new public relations officer, replacing DCP Anthoni…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Oshiomhole: Tinubu Has Will to Fight Insecurity, Needs Better Agency Coordination

Senator Adam Oshiomhole says President Tinubu has the political commitment to tackle Nigeria's security crisis, pointing to resource allocation and…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·20 Jun 2026

Diezani Alison-Madueke Acquitted, Blames UK Authorities for Ruined Life

Former petroleum minister cleared of bribery charges after 13-year UK investigation, claims law enforcement destroyed her reputation and career.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

UK Court Acquits Former Petroleum Minister Diezani of All Bribery Charges

A London jury has cleared Nigeria's ex-petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke of six bribery counts after a decade-long investigation by British authorities.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Rivers, Enugu impose movement curbs ahead of June 20 by-elections

Police in Rivers and Enugu states have announced temporary restrictions on travel in multiple local government areas to maintain order during senatorial…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

NDLEA Shifts Strategy to Target Drug Cartels' Financial Networks

Nigeria's drug enforcement agency is moving beyond arrests to dismantle the financial structures supporting trafficking operations.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Republican Senators Break Ranks With Trump Over Budget and Foreign Policy

GOP lawmakers facing midterm races are publicly voting against White House initiatives on spending, immigration, and military intervention, creating visible…

Sports·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Ronaldo Under Fire After Portugal's DR Congo Draw in World Cup Qualifier

Football pundits clash over Cristiano Ronaldo's role in Portugal's 1-1 World Cup draw, with some defending the 41-year-old captain while others call him a…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Federal Court Jails Battujo Kingpin's Mother and Sister for 40 Years

Safiya Salihu and Halima Abdullahi, family members of slain terrorist leader Kachallah Ibrahim Battujo, have been sentenced to four decades in prison for…