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Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Nigeria Launches Digital Switch Over Platform to Modernise Broadcasting

The Federal Government unveiled its Digital Switch Over platform on June 17, 2026, at NigComSat headquarters in Abuja, with Information Minister Mohammed…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Appeal Court halts deregistration of ADC, four other parties

Nigeria's Appeal Court suspended a Federal High Court order to deregister the African Democratic Congress and allied parties, preserving their status ahead of…

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

FG Dismisses IMF Tax Proposal on Fuel and Telecoms Sector

Nigeria's government has rejected suggestions to levy new taxes on petroleum and telecoms, stating IMF recommendations are not binding policy decisions.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Tinubu Approves 1,000 Forest Guards for Katsina Security Push

President Tinubu has green-lit recruitment of 1,000 forest guards in Katsina State to tackle banditry and kidnapping in remote areas.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Police deny kidnapping claims tied to Lagos DCP Khan Salihu's death

Nigeria Police Force dismissed viral reports claiming Deputy Commissioner Khan Salihu was kidnapped before his June 15 death, calling the allegations entirely…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Anambra Police Launch Enforcement Drive Against Obscured Vehicle Plates

Anambra State Police Command has begun operations to impound vehicles with concealed or unregistered number plates following directives from the Inspector…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Iyabo Obasanjo wins PDP's Ogun Central Senate ticket after APC exit

Former President Obasanjo's daughter has secured the People's Democratic Party's senatorial nomination for Ogun Central ahead of 2027 elections.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Mark, Aregbesola Rally ADC Support in Ekiti Gubernatorial Push

Former Senate President David Mark and ex-Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola campaigned for ADC candidate Dare Bejid in Ekiti, criticizing APC's state performance.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

NSIB launches investigation into Benue boat accident that killed 11

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has begun a formal inquiry into a fatal boat incident in Benue State, sending a team to assess conditions and…

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

NUPRC Says Nigeria Can Hit 1.9mbpd as Output Reaches 1.86mbpd

Nigeria's oil regulator says existing infrastructure can support 1.9 million barrels daily as crude production climbs toward that target.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Former INEC Chair Yakubu Assumes Post as Nigeria's Ambassador to Qatar

Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who ended his tenure leading Nigeria's election commission, has officially begun work as the country's ambassador in Doha.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Gwarzo Demands Proof as Kano Government Makes Fund Diversion Claims

NDC gubernatorial candidate Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo has challenged Kano State authorities to produce evidence supporting allegations that local government…

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price by N75 Per Litre

Nigeria's largest refinery has reduced ex-depot petrol prices following a decline in global crude oil costs and easing Middle East tensions.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Tinubu Greets Muslims on Islamic New Year, Calls for National Unity

President Tinubu has extended greetings to Muslims on the occasion of 1st Muharram 1448AH, urging citizens to embrace patriotism and good citizenship.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Katsina Court Sentences Woman to Death for Supplying Bandits Ammunition

Hauwa'u Mukhtar was convicted and sentenced to death by hanging after the DSS caught her transporting 438 rounds of ammunition for a notorious bandit leader.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Tinubu Commends Troops After Operation Kills Bandit Leader Bastuji in Kogi

President Bola Tinubu has praised Nigeria's armed forces for eliminating notorious bandit kingpin Ibrahim Bastuji during an operation in Kogi State.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Senate Clears Nigeria Customs of N62.2bn Audit Query

The Senate Public Accounts Committee has exonerated the Nigeria Customs Service of a N62.2 billion under-remittance allegation from a 2019 audit.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Federal Court Deregistration of Accord Party Sparks Adeleke Re-election Dispute

A Federal High Court ruling deregistering the Accord Party has triggered competing claims about whether Governor Ademola Adeleke can run for re-election in…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Tinubu, 18 Governors Rally Behind Oyebanji's Ekiti Reelection Bid

President Bola Tinubu and 18 state governors threw their weight behind Governor Biodun Oyebanji's reelection campaign at a major APC rally in Ado Ekiti.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Appeal Court Suspends ADC Deregistration Order Pending Case Hearing

A three-judge panel has blocked enforcement of a Federal High Court ruling that would deregister five political parties, including the ADC and Accord Party.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Emeka Ike sues INEC, Wike's aide for N10bn over voter data leak

Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has filed a Federal High Court lawsuit demanding N10 billion from INEC and a media aide to Governor Wike over unauthorized…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

ADC to Challenge Court Order for Deregistration at Appeal Level

The African Democratic Congress says it will appeal a Federal High Court ruling that directed INEC to deregister the party ahead of 2027 elections.

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

CBN orders banks and fintechs to move payment data to local servers by 2027

Nigeria's central bank has directed all banks and fintech firms to store payment transaction data on domestic servers, with a deadline of January 1, 2027.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

El-Rufai Trial Stalled as Co-Defendants Miss Court Hearing

Federal High Court in Kaduna adjourned the trial of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai after two co-defendants failed to appear for proceedings on financial…