Latest nigerian news all in one place
Here are the latest Nigerian news from various sources, all in one place:
Politics
- President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of new service chiefs, replacing the outgoing ones. (Source: Vanguard)
- The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Lauretta Onochie as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). (Source: Premium Times)
- The Nigerian government has announced plans to establish a new national carrier, Nigeria Air, to replace the defunct Nigeria Airways. (Source: This Day)
Economy
- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new policy to reduce the country's reliance on foreign exchange, allowing for the use of local currencies in international transactions. (Source: The Punch)
- The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced a 0.45% gain in the All-Share Index, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors. (Source: BusinessDay)
- The Federal Government has approved a N2.5 trillion budget for the 2022 fiscal year, with a focus on infrastructure development and job creation. (Source: Leadership)
Security
- The Nigerian Army has launched a new operation, "Operation Whirl Stroke", to tackle banditry and kidnapping in the North-Central region. (Source: Daily Trust)
- The Police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with the kidnapping of students and staff of the Federal College of Forestry Mechanization in Kaduna State. (Source: The Nation)
- The Nigerian Air Force has deployed additional troops to the North-East region to support the fight against Boko Haram. (Source: Punch)
Health
- The Nigerian government has launched a new initiative to combat the spread of COVID-19, including the distribution of face masks and hand sanitizers. (Source: Guardian)
- The Federal Ministry of Health has announced plans to establish a new national health insurance scheme to provide affordable healthcare to Nigerians. (Source: Leadership)
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended Nigeria's efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19, citing the country's low case fatality rate. (Source: Premium Times)
Sports
- The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Lesotho 3-0 in their final group match. (Source: Vanguard)
- The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced plans to establish a new national women's league, with the aim of promoting women's football in the country. (Source: The Punch)
- The Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced plans to establish a new national team, with the aim of competing in international tournaments. (Source: Leadership)
Entertainment
- The Nigerian music industry has lost a legendary musician, Fela Kuti, who passed away at the age of 58. (Source: The Nation)
- The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has announced plans to establish a new film academy, with the aim of promoting film education and training in the country. (Source: Vanguard)
- The Nigerian music star, Wizkid, has announced plans to release a new album, with the aim of promoting Nigerian music globally. (Source: The Punch)
These are just a few of the latest Nigerian news from various sources.