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Here are some recent news stories from Nigeria, as reported by CNN:
Latest News
- Nigeria's economy grows by 2.3% in 2022: Nigeria's economy grew by 2.3% in 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The growth was driven by the non-oil sector, which expanded by 3.4%.
- Boko Haram attacks kill dozens in northeast Nigeria: At least 30 people were killed in a series of attacks by Boko Haram militants in northeast Nigeria, according to local officials. The attacks occurred in the towns of Baga and Monguno.
- Nigeria's president signs bill to establish new police force: Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has signed a bill into law to establish a new police force, the Nigeria Police Trust Fund. The fund aims to improve the country's police force and enhance security.
- Nigeria's inflation rate rises to 17.6%: Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 17.6% in December 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The inflation rate has been rising steadily over the past year, driven by high food prices and a weak naira.
- Nigeria's government launches new initiative to tackle poverty: Nigeria's government has launched a new initiative to tackle poverty and improve the lives of the country's poorest citizens. The initiative, called the "National Poverty Reduction and Management Strategy," aims to reduce poverty by 50% by 2025.
Top Stories
- Nigeria's president orders military to take action against bandits: Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the military to take action against bandits in the country's northwest region. The bandits have been responsible for a series of attacks on villages and towns.
- Nigeria's economy faces challenges due to oil price volatility: Nigeria's economy is facing challenges due to the volatility of oil prices, which is the country's main source of revenue. The country's foreign exchange reserves have been declining in recent months.
- Nigeria's government launches new initiative to improve healthcare: Nigeria's government has launched a new initiative to improve healthcare in the country. The initiative, called the "National Health Insurance Scheme," aims to provide healthcare coverage to millions of Nigerians.
- Nigeria's president meets with US Secretary of State: Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Abuja, Nigeria's capital. The two leaders discussed issues such as security, trade, and democracy.
- Nigeria's government launches new initiative to promote education: Nigeria's government has launched a new initiative to promote education in the country. The initiative, called the "Education for All" program, aims to improve access to education for millions of Nigerians.
Opinion
- Nigeria's economy needs a new direction: Nigeria's economy needs a new direction to address the country's economic challenges, writes CNN's African Voices contributor, Chido Onumah.
- Nigeria's government must do more to tackle poverty: Nigeria's government must do more to tackle poverty and improve the lives of the country's poorest citizens, writes CNN's African Voices contributor, Aisha Salaudeen.
- Nigeria's security challenges require a multi-faceted approach: Nigeria's security challenges require a multi-faceted approach that involves the military, police, and other security agencies, writes CNN's African Voices contributor, Jide Ojo.