Naija daily news update

Here's a summary of the top news stories in Nigeria for today:

Politics

  1. Buhari Signs 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion. The budget is expected to boost economic growth and create jobs.
  2. APC Crisis Deepens: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with the party's National Working Committee (NWC) suspending the party's National Vice Chairman, North-West, Inuwa Abdulkadir.
  3. PDP Crisis: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is also facing a crisis, with the party's National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, under pressure to resign over allegations of corruption and mismanagement.

Economy

  1. Inflation Rate Rises: The inflation rate in Nigeria has risen to 21.3% in November, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This is the highest inflation rate in over 17 years.
  2. Naira Weakens: The naira has weakened against the US dollar, trading at N570 to the dollar at the parallel market.
  3. Fuel Scarcity: Fuel scarcity has returned to some parts of the country, with many filling stations running out of fuel.

Security

  1. Bandits Attack Zamfara: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing several people and injuring many others.
  2. Kidnapping in Ogun: Kidnappers have abducted several people in Ogun State, including a traditional ruler and his wife.
  3. Police Arrest Suspects: The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a businessman in Lagos.

Other News

  1. Nigerian Army Promotes 5,000 Officers: The Nigerian Army has promoted 5,000 officers, including 12 brigadier-generals and 15 colonels.
  2. FG Launches National Digital Identity Policy: The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Identity Policy, aimed at creating a digital identity for all Nigerians.
  3. Nigerian Footballer Dies: Nigerian footballer, Samuel Chukwueze, has died at the age of 25.