Jamb news today punch
Here are the top news stories from Punch Newspapers for today:
Breaking News
- Buhari Approves N13.08trn 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, approving a total expenditure of N13.08 trillion. The budget, which is the highest in the country's history, is expected to boost economic growth and development.
- INEC Announces Dates for 2023 Elections: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the dates for the 2023 general elections. The presidential election will hold on February 25, while the National Assembly elections will take place on February 25 and March 11.
Politics
- Atiku Abubakar Picks Delta Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, as Running Mate: The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has picked Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, as his running mate for the 2023 elections.
- Tinubu's Campaign Council Suspends Activities Indefinitely: The campaign council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, has suspended its activities indefinitely due to the death of the party's national leader, Bisi Akande.
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for 2023 AFCON: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0 in their final group match.
- Rangers International FC Wins 2022 Aiteo Cup: Rangers International FC has won the 2022 Aiteo Cup after defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final.
Business
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 20.52%: The inflation rate in Nigeria has risen to 20.52% in November, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- FG Approves N1.5trn for Power Sector Reform: The Federal Government has approved N1.5 trillion for the power sector reform, aimed at improving electricity supply and reducing power outages.
These are the top news stories from Punch Newspapers for today. I hope you find them informative and interesting!