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Here are some of the latest news updates from Nigeria:
Politics
- Buhari Signs 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion.
- APC Crisis Deepens: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors and leaders calling for the resignation of the party's national chairman, Abdullahi Adamu.
- PDP Crisis: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is also facing internal crisis, with some governors and leaders calling for the resignation of the party's national chairman, Iyorchia Ayu.
Economy
- Inflation Rate Rises: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 21.3% in November, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- Naira Weakens: The naira has weakened against the US dollar, with the exchange rate now at N435 to the dollar.
- Fuel Scarcity: Fuel scarcity has returned to some parts of the country, with long queues at filling stations.
Security
- Bandits Attack Zamfara: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing several people and injuring many others.
- Kidnapping in Ogun: Kidnappers have abducted several people in Ogun State, including a traditional ruler.
- Police Arrest Suspects: The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a businessman in Lagos.
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for AFCON: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0 in their final group match.
- Rangers Win NPFL Title: Rangers International FC have won the 2022-23 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title.
- D'Tigress Qualify for FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress have qualified for the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup after defeating Senegal in the FIBA AfroBasket Women 2023.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's Son Kidnapped: Tiwa Savage's son, Jamil, has been kidnapped, and the singer has appealed to the public for help in finding him.
- Burna Boy Wins Grammy: Burna Boy has won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album for his album "Love Damini".
- Nollywood Actress Dies: Nollywood actress, Ada Ameh, has died at the age of 51.
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Nigeria.