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Here are some of the latest news headlines from Nigeria:

Politics

  1. Buhari Signs 2023 Budget into Law: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Atiku Abubakar to Contest 2023 Presidential Election: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced his intention to contest the 2023 presidential election. (Source: ThisDay)
  3. APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Buni's Leadership: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing the leadership of Mai Mala Buni. (Source: Punch)

Economy

  1. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 15.6%: The inflation rate in Nigeria has risen to 15.6% in November, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. (Source: Premium Times)
  2. Naira Falls to 540 against Dollar: The naira has fallen to 540 against the dollar, as the country's foreign exchange reserves continue to decline. (Source: Leadership)
  3. FG to Implement New Tax Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to implement a new tax policy, aimed at increasing revenue and reducing tax evasion. (Source: Daily Trust)

Crime

  1. Kidnappers Demand N50m Ransom for Abducted Students: Kidnappers have demanded a ransom of N50 million for the release of 12 students abducted from a school in Kaduna State. (Source: The Nation)
  2. Police Arrest 15 Suspects over Bank Robbery: The police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with a bank robbery in Lagos State. (Source: Punch)
  3. FG to Establish Special Task Force to Combat Kidnapping: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a special task force to combat kidnapping and other forms of crime. (Source: Vanguard)

Sports

  1. Super Eagles to Face Egypt in Friendly Match: The Super Eagles will face Egypt in a friendly match in March, as part of their preparations for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. (Source: Goal.com)
  2. Rohr to Leave Super Eagles After 2022 World Cup: Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has announced that he will leave the team after the 2022 World Cup. (Source: ESPN)
  3. D'Tigress to Face USA in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: The D'Tigress will face the USA in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers, as they bid to qualify for the 2026 tournament. (Source: ThisDay)

These are just a few of the latest news headlines from Nigeria.