Latest news in nigeria today 2014

Here are some of the latest news in Nigeria as of 2014:

Politics

• President Goodluck Jonathan has announced that he will not seek re-election in the 2015 presidential election, citing a desire to focus on his role as a statesman. (Source: Vanguard)
• The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that it will challenge the results of the 2011 presidential election, citing widespread irregularities and rigging. (Source: Premium Times)
• The National Assembly has passed a bill to establish a new national carrier, the Nigerian Air Force, to replace the Nigerian Airways. (Source: Leadership)

Economy

• The Nigerian economy has grown by 6.3% in the first quarter of 2014, driven by a surge in oil production and a recovery in the non-oil sector. (Source: Punch)
• The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised interest rates by 1% to 12% to combat inflation and stabilize the naira. (Source: ThisDay)
• The Federal Government has announced plans to increase the price of petrol from N97 to N120 per liter, citing a rise in global oil prices. (Source: Daily Trust)

Security

• The Nigerian military has launched a major offensive against the Boko Haram terrorist group in the northeastern state of Borno, following a series of attacks on civilians and military targets. (Source: BBC)
• The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the kidnapping of over 200 schoolgirls in Chibok, Borno State, in April 2014. (Source: Guardian)
• The Federal Government has announced plans to deploy additional troops to the Niger Delta region to combat oil theft and militancy. (Source: Vanguard)

Sports

• The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, following a 2-0 win over Ethiopia in a playoff match. (Source: Goal.com)
• The Nigerian national football team has been drawn in Group F of the World Cup, alongside Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Iran. (Source: ESPN)
• The Nigerian Basketball Federation has announced plans to establish a professional basketball league in the country. (Source: Punch)

Other News

• The Federal Government has launched a new national health insurance scheme to provide healthcare coverage to millions of Nigerians. (Source: Leadership)
• The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) has warned of a severe flood warning in several states, following heavy rainfall in the country. (Source: Daily Trust)
• The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a new national space agency to promote space research and development in the country. (Source: Vanguard)

Please note that these are just some of the latest news in Nigeria as of 2014, and may not be exhaustive or up-to-date.