Gboko news

Gboko is a city in Benue State, Nigeria. Here are some recent news updates from Gboko:

Local News

  1. Gboko Market Fire: A fire outbreak occurred at the Gboko Central Market on Saturday, destroying several shops and goods worth millions of naira. The cause of the fire is still unknown.
  2. Benue State Government to Construct New Road: The Benue State Government has announced plans to construct a new road in Gboko, which will connect the city to other parts of the state. The project is expected to boost economic activities in the area.
  3. Gboko Polytechnic Students Protest: Students of the Gboko Polytechnic have protested against the hike in school fees, demanding that the management reduce the fees to a more affordable level.

National News

  1. Nigeria's Economy to Grow by 2.5%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has predicted that Nigeria's economy will grow by 2.5% in 2023, driven by increased agricultural production and improved oil production.
  2. Nigeria to Host African Free Trade Area Summit: Nigeria will host the African Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) summit in Abuja, which will bring together African leaders to discuss trade and economic cooperation on the continent.
  3. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Drops to 15.4%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has dropped to 15.4% in January 2023, from 15.6% in December 2022.

Sports News

  1. Gboko United FC Wins Benue State Football League: Gboko United FC has won the Benue State Football League, defeating other teams in the state to emerge champions.
  2. Benue State Athletes Win Medals at National Sports Festival: Athletes from Benue State have won several medals at the National Sports Festival, which was held in Abuja.

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news, I recommend checking reputable news sources or online news platforms.