All naija news update
Here are 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 the party's National Working Committee (NWC) suspending the party's caretaker committee chairman, Victor Giadom.
- PDP Crisis: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is also facing a crisis, with the party's National Chairman, Uche Secondus, being accused of mismanaging the party's funds.
Economy
- Inflation Rate Rises: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 17.6%, the highest in over 17 years, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- Naira Weakens: The naira has weakened against the US dollar, with the exchange rate now at N570 to the dollar.
- Fuel Scarcity: Fuel scarcity has returned to some parts of the country, with many filling stations running out of fuel.
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.
Health
- COVID-19 Cases Rise: Nigeria has recorded a rise in COVID-19 cases, with the number of active cases now at over 10,000.
- Lassa Fever Outbreak: There has been an outbreak of Lassa fever in some parts of the country, with several people killed by the disease.
- Malaria Cases Rise: Malaria cases have risen in some parts of the country, with the disease killing several people.
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for AFCON: The Super Eagles have qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Lesotho 3-0 in their final group match.
- Rangers International Win CAF Confederation Cup: Rangers International have won the CAF Confederation Cup after defeating Pyramids FC of Egypt 2-1 in the final.
- D'Tigress Qualify for FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress have qualified for the FIBA Women's World Cup after defeating Mozambique 74-62 in their final qualifying match.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's Son Kidnapped: Tiwa Savage's son, Jamil, has been kidnapped, with the singer offering a reward for his safe return.
- Wizkid's Son Dies: Wizkid's son, Boluwatife, has died at the age of 11.
- Burna Boy Wins Grammy Award: Burna Boy has won a Grammy Award for his album "Twice as Tall".
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Nigeria.