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Sports·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Senegal faces France in World Cup opener, chasing 2002 magic

The Teranga Lions open their World Cup campaign against France at MetLife Stadium, seeking to replicate their historic 2002 victory over the same opponent.

Sports·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Cape Verde's World Cup Debut Ends in Historic Goalless Draw Against Spain

Cape Verde held European champions Spain to a 0-0 draw in their maiden World Cup appearance, with goalkeeper Vozinha's seven saves earning him Player of the…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Kwankwaso's Son Named as NDC Deputy Governorship Candidate in Kano

Mustapha Musa Kwankwaso, son of former Kano governor and senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has been selected as running mate to NDC's Aminu Gwarzo for 2027.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

UK Plans Total Social Media Ban for Under-16s by Spring 2027

British PM Keir Starmer announced legislation to block children under 16 from platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, citing mental health and safety…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

FCT Police arrest pregnant woman, four others in kidnapping network bust

Five suspects including heavily pregnant cook Hauwa Shafiu arrested in Abuja anti-kidnapping operation on June 11 that rescued victims and dismantled criminal…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Police Launch Nationwide Crackdown on Obscured Vehicle Number Plates

Nigeria Police Force commands in multiple states have begun enforcement operations targeting vehicles with covered, unregistered, or altered number plates to…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Tinubu Opens Abuja Court of Appeal Complex, Demands Swift Justice

President Tinubu inaugurated a new Court of Appeal facility in Abuja, calling on judges to deliver faster, fairer rulings and address case backlogs plaguing…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Multiple Nigerian States Declare Public Holidays for Islamic New Year

Kano, Yobe, Kwara, and Oyo have announced June 16 as a public holiday to mark the start of 1448 Hijrah, while Osun set Wednesday, June 17.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Federal High Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Three Other Parties

Justice Peter Lifu ruled that four political parties, including the ADC, failed to meet constitutional electoral thresholds and must be removed from INEC's…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Sen. Akpoti-Uduaghan campaigns for PDP's Oluyede in Ekiti race

Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan backed PDP governorship candidate Dr. Oluwol Oluyede during campaigning in Ekiti ahead of the June 20 election.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

El-Rufai's Corruption Trial Stalled as Co-Defendants Miss Court

Nasir El-Rufai appeared at his federal high court hearing on financial misconduct charges, but proceedings were postponed due to two co-defendants' absence.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Atiku blames Tinubu for worsening insecurity after General Rabe's death

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration over escalating insecurity, citing the death of retired Major…

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Oshiomhole Accuses Akpabio of Paranoia, Shielding NNPC for Personal Gain

Senator Adam Oshiomhole has leveled fresh allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, claiming suspicion and conflicts of interest in recent…

Sports·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Real Madrid Completes Cucurella Transfer from Chelsea for €55m

Spanish left-back Marc Cucurella has joined Real Madrid on a six-year deal after the club reached agreement with Chelsea.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Atiku Taps Amaechi as Running Mate for 2027 ADC Presidential Bid

The African Democratic Congress has named former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi as Atiku Abubakar's vice-presidential running mate for the 2027 election.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Benue Boat Capsizes During Burial Trip, 11 Feared Dead

A boat carrying mourners to a funeral in Benue State capsized Saturday night in heavy rain and wind, killing a pregnant woman, six children, and four adults.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Bandits Kill 3, Burn Homes in Niger State Village Attack

Armed bandits attacked Pissa Village in Niger State on Saturday morning, killing three residents and setting houses on fire before military forces engaged them.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Tinubu administration reviving decades-old South-East road projects

Minister Dave Umahi says President Tinubu's government is completing highway infrastructure first conceived during colonial times but abandoned for decades.

Business·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

IMF Pushes Nigeria to Tax Fuel, Telecoms to Shore Up Revenue

The International Monetary Fund recommends the Tinubu administration introduce levies on fuel and telecommunications services to boost government income.

Sports·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Thierry Henry apologises after Nigeria 'bad luck' remark sparks backlash

The Arsenal legend clarified joking comments about Nigeria made during a World Cup broadcast with streamer IShowSpeed, addressing social media criticism.

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Bauchi Governor Visits Makinde Over Oyo Abductions, Blames Insecurity on Governance

Bala Mohammed travelled to Ibadan to express solidarity with Seyi Makinde after gunmen abducted schoolchildren and a teacher in Oyo State.

Politics·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Natasha backs Oluyede as PDP ramps up Ekiti campaign push

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan threw her weight behind PDP's Dr. Wole Oluyede in Ekiti, days before the June 20 governorship election.

Health·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Nigerian Leaders Push Voluntary Blood Donation as World Observes Donor Day

First Lady Tinubu, state officials, and the National Blood Transfusion Service have called on Nigerians to donate blood during World Blood Donor Day…

General News·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Police Begin Nationwide Crackdown on Obscured Number Plates June 15

Inspector General Olatunji Disu has directed police commands across Nigeria to enforce vehicle registration laws starting Monday, June 15, 2026.