7 november 2016 punch news

Here are the top stories from Punch Newspapers on November 7, 2016:

HEADLINES

1. Buhari's Health: Presidency Denies Reports of President's Death - The Presidency has denied reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has died, saying the President is alive and in good health.
2. EFCC Arrests 15 Suspects Over Alleged N1.5bn Fraud - The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 15 suspects over alleged N1.5 billion fraud in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).
3. APC Crisis: Oshiomhole, Oyegun in Fresh Showdown - The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Odigie-Oyegun, and the party's National Working Committee (NWC) have been accused of plotting to remove the party's National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole.
4. Nigeria's Economy in Recession: CBN Raises Interest Rate to 14% - The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 14% to combat inflation and stabilize the economy.
5. Boko Haram: Military Kills 20 Insurgents in Borno - The Nigerian military has killed 20 Boko Haram insurgents in a raid on their hideout in Borno State.

OPINION

1. The Buhari Health Saga: A Nation in Crisis - By Reuben Abati
2. The APC Crisis: A House Divided Against Itself - By Femi Fani-Kayode

SPORTS

1. Super Eagles Qualify for 2018 World Cup - The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia after defeating Zambia 2-1 in their final qualifying match.
2. Rangers International FC Wins 2016 AITEO Cup - Rangers International FC has won the 2016 AITEO Cup after defeating Enugu Rangers 2-1 in the final.

BUSINESS

1. Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) Index Falls by 1.14% - The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) index has fallen by 1.14% due to profit-taking by investors.
2. FG to Invest N1.3trn in Power Sector - The Federal Government has announced plans to invest N1.3 trillion in the power sector to improve electricity supply in the country.

These are some of the top stories from Punch Newspapers on November 7, 2016.