Naija latest news update
Here are the latest news updates from Nigeria:
Politics
- Buhari Signs 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion.
- 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.
- PDP Crisis: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is also facing a crisis, with the party's National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, facing opposition from some governors and leaders of the party.
Economy
- Inflation Rate Rises: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 21.3% in November 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- Naira Falls: The naira has fallen to a new low against the US dollar, with the exchange rate now at N720 to the dollar.
- Fuel Scarcity: Fuel scarcity has returned to some parts of the country, with many filling stations running out of fuel.
Security
- Bandits Attack Zamfara: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing several people and injuring many others.
- Kidnapping in Ogun: Kidnappers have abducted several people in Ogun State, including a traditional ruler and his wife.
- Police Arrest Suspects: The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a businessman in Lagos State.
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for World Cup: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Ghana 2-0 in a playoff match.
- Rangers International Win CAF Confederation Cup: Rangers International have won the CAF Confederation Cup, defeating Pyramids FC of Egypt 2-1 in the final.
- D'Tigress Qualify for FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress have qualified for the 2023 FIBA Women's World Cup, after defeating Mozambique 76-54 in a playoff match.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's Son Kidnapped: Tiwa Savage's son, Jamil, has been kidnapped, and the singer has appealed to the public for help in finding him.
- Wizkid's Son Dies: Wizkid's son, Boluwatife, has died, and the singer has paid tribute to him on social media.
- Burna Boy Wins Grammy: Burna Boy has won a Grammy Award for his album "Twice as Tall", in the Best Global Music Album category.
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Nigeria.