Breaking news in nigeria 2017

Here are some of the major breaking news stories in Nigeria in 2017:

  1. Chibok Schoolgirls' Release: In October 2017, 82 of the 276 Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram in 2014 were released by the terrorist group. The girls were reunited with their families and received medical attention.
  2. Nigerian Army's Operation Crocodile Smile: In October 2017, the Nigerian Army launched Operation Crocodile Smile, a military operation aimed at tackling insurgency and terrorism in the Niger Delta region.
  3. Buhari's Health Crisis: In January 2017, President Muhammadu Buhari traveled to London for medical treatment, sparking concerns about his health. He spent several months in the UK, returning to Nigeria in August 2017.
  4. Ekiti State Governorship Election: In June 2017, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Kayode Fayemi, won the Ekiti State governorship election, defeating the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Ayodele Fayose.
  5. Nigerian Air Force's Alpha Jet Crash: In February 2017, a Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed in Borno State, killing all seven people on board. The crash was attributed to a mechanical fault.
  6. Boko Haram's Attack on Rann: In January 2017, Boko Haram militants attacked the town of Rann in Borno State, killing over 100 people and displacing thousands.
  7. Nigerian Senate's Suspension of Saraki: In August 2017, the Nigerian Senate suspended its President, Bukola Saraki, over allegations of corruption and misconduct.
  8. Nigeria's Economic Recession: In 2017, Nigeria's economy slipped into recession, with the country experiencing its first recession in 25 years. The recession was attributed to a decline in oil prices and production.
  9. Nigerian Police's Brutality: In 2017, there were several reports of police brutality and human rights abuses in Nigeria, including the killing of unarmed protesters and the use of excessive force against civilians.
  10. Nigeria's Presidential Election Tribunal: In 2017, the Presidential Election Tribunal was established to hear petitions challenging the outcome of the 2015 presidential election. The tribunal ultimately upheld President Buhari's victory.

These are just a few of the major breaking news stories in Nigeria in 2017. It was a tumultuous year for the country, with challenges ranging from economic recession to terrorism and political instability.