Current hot naija news
Here are some of the current hot Naija news:
Politics
- Buhari's Second Term: President Muhammadu Buhari has been sworn in for his second term in office, amidst controversy over the conduct of the 2019 general elections.
- APC Crisis: The All Progressives Congress (APC) is embroiled in a crisis over the leadership of the party, with some governors and leaders calling for the removal of the National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole.
- PDP's Atiku Abubakar: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has nominated Atiku Abubakar as its presidential candidate for the 2023 elections.
Economy
- Naira Crisis: The naira has continued to depreciate against major currencies, with the exchange rate reaching an all-time low.
- Fuel Price Hike: The federal government has increased the price of fuel, sparking protests and outrage across the country.
- Economic Recession: Nigeria has officially entered a recession, with the country's GDP contracting by 2.6% in the second quarter of 2020.
Crime
- Kidnapping and Banditry: Kidnapping and banditry have become rampant in some parts of the country, with many people being abducted and held for ransom.
- SARS Brutality: There have been reports of brutality and human rights abuses by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), leading to widespread protests and calls for reform.
- Armed Robbery: Armed robbers have carried out several high-profile robberies in major cities, including Lagos and Abuja.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's Sex Tape: Singer Tiwa Savage has been embroiled in a controversy over a leaked sex tape, which she has denied.
- Burna Boy's Grammy Win: Nigerian singer Burna Boy won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album, sparking celebrations across the country.
- Nollywood's New Wave: Nollywood has seen a new wave of talented actors and actresses emerge, including the likes of Timini Egbuson and Nancy Isime.
Sports
- Super Eagles' World Cup Qualifiers: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup, after defeating Liberia and Cape Verde in their qualifying matches.
- Nigerian Football League: The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) has been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- D'Tigress' AfroBasket Win: The Nigerian women's basketball team, D'Tigress, won the AfroBasket championship, defeating Senegal in the final.
These are just a few of the current hot Naija news. Stay informed and stay updated!