Current news in nigeria today 2013

A blast from the past! Here are some of the current news in Nigeria as of 2013:

Politics

• President Goodluck Jonathan's administration was facing criticism over the handling of the Boko Haram insurgency, which had led to the deaths of thousands of people.
• The then-opposition party, All Progressives Congress (APC), was gaining popularity and was seen as a strong challenger to the ruling People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2015 general elections.
• The National Assembly was considering a bill to amend the constitution, which would have allowed for the creation of more states in Nigeria.

Economy

• The Nigerian economy was facing challenges, including a decline in oil prices and a rise in inflation, which had led to a devaluation of the naira.
• The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) had introduced a number of measures to stabilize the economy, including a hike in interest rates and a ban on the importation of certain goods.
• The government was also implementing a number of infrastructure projects, including the construction of new roads and power plants.

Security

• The Boko Haram insurgency was ongoing, with attacks reported in several states, including Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa.
• The Nigerian military was conducting operations against the group, but the insurgency had spread to other parts of the country, including the Federal Capital Territory.
• There were also reports of kidnappings and robberies in various parts of the country.

Sports

• The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, had qualified for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
• The team was preparing for the tournament, which would be held in June and July 2014.
• The Nigerian Premier League was also ongoing, with several teams competing for the championship.

Other news

• The Nigerian government had launched a number of initiatives to improve healthcare, including the introduction of a new health insurance scheme.
• The country was also facing a number of environmental challenges, including oil spills and pollution.
• The government was implementing a number of measures to address these challenges, including the establishment of a new environmental protection agency.

These are just a few of the news stories that were making headlines in Nigeria in 2013.