Naija news headlines today
Here are some of the top Naija news headlines today:
Politics
- Buhari Signs 2023 Budget into Law: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion.
- Atiku Abubakar to Contest 2023 Presidential Election: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced his intention to contest the 2023 presidential election.
- APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu's Presidential Ambition: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing Bola Tinubu's presidential ambition.
Crime
- Kidnapped Students Regain Freedom in Kaduna: The 39 students kidnapped from the Federal College of Forestry Mechanization in Kaduna have regained their freedom.
- Police Arrest Suspects in Connection with Lagos Cultist Killings: The Lagos State Police Command has arrested suspects in connection with the cultist killings that have been rocking the state.
- Bandits Attack Zamfara Village, Kill 10 People: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing 10 people and injuring several others.
Economy
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 15.6%: The inflation rate in Nigeria has risen to 15.6%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- FG to Implement New Tax Policy to Boost Revenue: The Federal Government has announced plans to implement a new tax policy aimed at boosting revenue and reducing the country's dependence on oil.
- Naira Falls to 540 against Dollar: The naira has fallen to 540 against the dollar, as the country's foreign exchange reserves continue to dwindle.
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea in Friendly Match: The Super Eagles will face Guinea in a friendly match in Morocco, ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
- Rohr to Leave Super Eagles After 2022 World Cup: Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has announced that he will leave the team after the 2022 World Cup.
- D'Tigress to Face Argentina in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: The D'Tigress will face Argentina in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers, as they bid to qualify for the 2026 tournament.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's Son, Jamil, Turns 7: Tiwa Savage's son, Jamil, has turned 7, and the singer has taken to social media to celebrate his birthday.
- Wizkid's 'Made in Lagos' Album Debuts at Number 1 on Billboard Chart: Wizkid's 'Made in Lagos' album has debuted at number 1 on the Billboard World Albums chart.
- Nollywood Actress, Regina Daniels, Celebrates 20th Birthday: Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has celebrated her 20th birthday, and her husband, Ned Nwoko, has taken to social media to wish her a happy birthday.
These are just a few of the top Naija news headlines today. Stay informed and stay updated!