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A suspended Deputy Dean from the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has alleged that his suspension related to claims of student extortion was pre-planned, suggesting a long-standing effort to remove him from his position. The claims highlight ongoing tensions within the university administration.

Belgium has expressed anger towards FIFA after the organization lifted Folarin Balogun's suspension, permitting the striker to participate in the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium. This decision has sparked criticism from the Belgian team.

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia has criticized FIFA's decision to suspend a one-match ban for player Folarin Balogun, describing the ruling as an 'April Fool's Day' joke. Garcia's comments reflect his discontent with the governing body's decision regarding Balogun's suspension.

The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has requested an independent investigation into the issues surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). They have also called for the suspension of Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to the President, until the investigation is completed, according to a statement released on Sunday.

President Yoweri Museveni has initiated a crackdown on alleged corruption in the Ministry of Works and Transport, resulting in the suspension of three senior government engineers. The directive also includes instructions for Permanent Secretary Waiswa Bageya to take further action regarding the Busega–Mpigi Road Project, according to Business Times.

Qatar's Madibo has been banned for five games following a tackle that resulted in a broken leg for Canada's Kone during a Group B match. The incident has raised concerns regarding player safety in the sport.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended its Kebbi State chairman, while Governor Idris has sanctioned a commissioner in relation to the Zuru by-election. The party did not specify the duration of the suspensions.

The Legal Practitioners' Privileges Committee (LPPC) has suspended Chief Mike Ozekhome from being recognized as a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), according to Tribune Online. This decision prevents him from parading himself with the title.

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has suspended M.P. Shah Hospital from its panel of contracted healthcare providers as of June 23, 2026, due to ongoing investigations. This suspension affects services under various healthcare funds, including the Primary Healthcare Fund and the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund, as announced in a public notice on June 24, 2026.

The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) has suspended Mike Ozekhome from the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). This decision was announced by Kabir Akanbi, Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, following the committee's 173rd general meeting held on June 23, 2026.

The SHA has suspended MP Shah Hospital amid ongoing investigations, but clarified that patients already admitted will continue to receive treatment until their discharge. This decision reflects the authority's commitment to addressing the issues under investigation while ensuring patient care is not disrupted.

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has received a four-year suspension for refusing to undergo an anti-doping test, as announced on Monday. This decision follows her non-compliance with the testing protocols established in professional sports.

The management of Federal University Oye-Ekiti has suspended two students for their alleged involvement in the cyberbullying of James Iyanuoluwa Adio, the suspended president of the Students’ Union Government. The university announced the suspension in a statement on its official news portal, which was signed by the Deputy.

Senator Adams Oshiomhole has retracted his previous assertion that some senators' signatures might have been forged in the report recommending the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. He made this clarification in a statement on Tuesday, following comments he made during an interview on AIT on June 15.