Current news around nigeria today
Here are some of the current news around Nigeria today:
Politics
- Buhari Signs 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion. (Source: Vanguard)
- 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, Mai Mala Buni. (Source: Punch)
- PDP Crisis: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is also facing a crisis, with the party's National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, facing opposition from some governors and leaders of the party. (Source: ThisDay)
Economy
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 21.34% in November 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). (Source: NBS)
- Naira Falls Against Dollar: The naira has fallen to a new low against the dollar, trading at N745 to the dollar at the parallel market. (Source: Punch)
- FG to Review Fuel Subsidy: The Federal Government has announced plans to review the fuel subsidy regime, which has been a major source of controversy in recent times. (Source: Vanguard)
Security
- Bandits Attack Zamfara Village: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing several people and injuring many others. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Police Foil Kidnap Attempt: The police have foiled an attempt by kidnappers to abduct a businessman in Lagos State. (Source: Punch)
- Military Launches Operation in Borno: The military has launched a new operation in Borno State to flush out Boko Haram terrorists from the region. (Source: ThisDay)
Health
- Lassa Fever Outbreak: An outbreak of Lassa fever has been reported in several states in Nigeria, with several deaths recorded. (Source: NPHCDA)
- FG to Vaccinate 50 Million Children: The Federal Government has announced plans to vaccinate 50 million children against measles and other diseases. (Source: Vanguard)
- Hospitals in Shortage of Medical Supplies: Many hospitals in Nigeria are facing a shortage of medical supplies, including oxygen and blood, due to a shortage of foreign exchange. (Source: Punch)
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for World Cup: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Ghana 1-0 in a playoff match. (Source: Punch)
- Rangers International FC Wins League Title: Rangers International FC has won the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) title, after defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final match. (Source: Vanguard)
- FG to Invest in Sports Infrastructure: The Federal Government has announced plans to invest in sports infrastructure, including the construction of new stadiums and renovation of existing ones. (Source: ThisDay)
These are just a few of the current news around Nigeria today.