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Politics
- Buhari's Health: President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Nigeria after a 10-day medical vacation in London. His health status remains a subject of concern.
- APC Crisis: The All Progressives Congress (APC) is embroiled in a leadership crisis, with some governors and stakeholders calling for the resignation of the party's national chairman, Adams Oshiomhole.
- PDP Primaries: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has concluded its presidential primaries, with Atiku Abubakar emerging as the party's flagbearer.
Economy
- Naira Weakens: The naira has continued to weaken against the US dollar, trading at around N360 to the dollar.
- Inflation Rate: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 11.37%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- Oil Prices: Oil prices have fallen to around $60 per barrel, affecting Nigeria's oil revenue.
Security
- Banditry: Bandits have attacked several communities in Zamfara State, killing scores of people and displacing many more.
- Kidnapping: Kidnapping cases have increased in Nigeria, with several high-profile cases reported in recent weeks.
- Police Brutality: There have been reports of police brutality and human rights abuses in Nigeria, with many calling for reforms.
Sports
- Super Eagles: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Liberia 2-0 in a qualifying match.
- Nigerian Football League: The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) has been suspended indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Athletics: Nigerian athletes have made a strong showing at the ongoing African Championships in Athletics in Morocco.
Entertainment
- Music: Nigerian music has continued to gain international recognition, with artists like Wizkid, Davido, and Tiwa Savage featuring on global charts.
- Nollywood: The Nigerian film industry has produced several hit movies and TV shows, including "Living in Bondage" and "King of Boys".
- Comedy: Nigerian comedians like Basketmouth and Bovi have been making waves on social media and at comedy shows.
These are just a few of the latest news stories from Nigeria. Stay tuned for more updates!