News naija headlines

Here are some of the top news headlines from Nigeria:

Politics

  1. Buhari Signs 2023 Budget into Law: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion.
  2. APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing Bola Tinubu for the party's presidential ticket.
  3. PDP Primaries: Atiku, Wike, Others in Showdown: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to hold its presidential primaries, with Atiku Abubakar, Nyesom Wike, and others vying for the party's ticket.

Economy

  1. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 21.7%: The country's inflation rate has risen to 21.7%, the highest in over 17 years, due to rising food and fuel prices.
  2. FG to Implement New Tax Regime: The Federal Government has announced plans to implement a new tax regime, which will see a reduction in tax rates for low-income earners.
  3. Naira Falls to Record Low Against Dollar: The naira has fallen to a record low against the dollar, trading at N570 to the dollar.

Crime

  1. Kidnapping: Police Rescue 12 Abducted Victims in Kaduna: The police have rescued 12 abducted victims in Kaduna State, who were kidnapped by bandits.
  2. Bandits Attack Zamfara Village, Kill 10: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing 10 people and injuring several others.
  3. Police Arrest 15 Suspects Over Lagos Robbery: The police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with a robbery incident in Lagos State.

Sports

  1. Super Eagles Qualify for 2023 AFCON: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0 in their final qualifying match.
  2. Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Title: Rangers International FC has won the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) title, after defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final match.
  3. D'Tigress Qualify for 2023 FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress have qualified for the 2023 FIBA Women's World Cup, after defeating Mozambique 74-54 in their final qualifying match.

Entertainment

  1. Tiwa Savage's Son, Jamil, Turns 7: Tiwa Savage's son, Jamil, has turned 7 years old, and the singer has taken to social media to celebrate his birthday.
  2. Wizkid's 'Made in Lagos' Album Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard: Wizkid's album, 'Made in Lagos', has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard World Albums chart.
  3. Nollywood Actress, Funke Akindele, Celebrates 45th Birthday: Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has celebrated her 45th birthday, and has taken to social media to thank her fans for their wishes.