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Nigeria! Here's a rundown of the latest news from Nigeria:
Politics
- President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of new service chiefs, including the Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Naval Staff, and Chief of Air Staff. (Source: Vanguard)
- The Nigerian Senate has passed the 2023 budget, with a total expenditure of N19.76 trillion. (Source: Premium Times)
- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the timetable for the 2023 general elections, with voting set to take place on February 25, 2023. (Source: This Day)
Economy
- The Nigerian economy has grown by 2.27% in the third quarter of 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). (Source: Punch)
- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new policy to reduce the country's reliance on foreign exchange, aimed at boosting local production and reducing imports. (Source: BusinessDay)
- The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced a 0.45% gain in the All-Share Index, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors. (Source: The Guardian)
Security
- The Nigerian military has launched a new operation, "Operation Whirl Stroke", aimed at tackling banditry and kidnapping in the North-Central region. (Source: Daily Trust)
- The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, has ordered the deployment of additional police personnel to the South-East region to maintain peace and order. (Source: The Nation)
- The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the destruction of several terrorist camps in the North-East region, following airstrikes carried out by its fighter jets. (Source: Leadership)
Health
- The Nigerian government has launched a new initiative to combat the spread of Lassa fever, with a focus on improving surveillance and response mechanisms. (Source: The Punch)
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that Nigeria has made significant progress in reducing the number of malaria cases and deaths, thanks to concerted efforts by the government and partners. (Source: Vanguard)
- The Federal Ministry of Health has launched a new campaign to promote the use of condoms and other forms of family planning, aimed at reducing the country's high maternal mortality rate. (Source: The Guardian)
Sports
- The Nigerian Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Sierra Leone 2-0 in a qualifying match. (Source: Punch)
- The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced the appointment of a new coach for the Super Falcons, the country's women's national team. (Source: Daily Trust)
- The Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced the launch of a new league, aimed at promoting the development of basketball in the country. (Source: The Nation)
Entertainment
- The Nigerian music industry has been rocked by the death of popular singer, Sound Sultan, who passed away at the age of 44. (Source: Vanguard)
- The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has announced the launch of a new initiative to promote the production of high-quality films and boost the industry's global appeal. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Nigerian music star, Wizkid, has announced the release of a new album, "Made in Lagos", which has been praised by fans and critics alike. (Source: Punch)
These are just a few of the latest news stories from Nigeria. I hope you found this helpful!