Saturday news in nigeria
Here are some of the top news stories in Nigeria for Saturday:
Politics
- Buhari's Ministerial List: President Muhammadu Buhari has submitted a list of 43 ministerial nominees to the Senate for confirmation. The list includes a mix of old and new faces, with some notable omissions.
- APC Crisis: The All Progressives Congress (APC) is embroiled in a crisis as some governors and stakeholders accuse the party's national chairman, Adams Oshiomhole, of being biased and undemocratic.
Economy
- Naira Appreciates: The naira appreciated against the US dollar on the parallel market, trading at N360 to the dollar, up from N365 the previous day.
- Inflation Rate: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released the inflation rate for January, which stood at 11.98%, down from 12.13% in December.
Security
- Banditry in Zamfara: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing several people and injuring many others. The attack is the latest in a series of violent incidents in the state.
- Kidnapping in Ogun: A businessman has been kidnapped in Ogun State, with his abductors demanding a ransom. The police are investigating the incident.
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Lesotho 3-0 in their final qualifying match.
- Rangers International FC: Rangers International FC has been relegated to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) after finishing bottom of the table in the Nigerian Premier League.
Other News
- Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has been closed to traffic due to a tanker accident, causing gridlock and congestion in the area.
- Nigerian Army: The Nigerian Army has launched a new operation, code-named "Operation Sahel Sanity", aimed at tackling banditry and kidnapping in the North-West region.
These are just a few of the top news stories in Nigeria for Saturday.