News24 nigeria news today
Here are some of the top news stories from Nigeria today, as reported by News24:
Top Stories
- Buhari Approves N13.08trn 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, approving a total expenditure of N13.08 trillion. The budget is expected to boost economic growth and development in the country.
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 20.3%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 20.3% in November 2022, up from 19.9% in October. The increase is attributed to rising food prices and other economic factors.
- Police Arrest 15 Suspects Over Kogi State Governor's Aide's Murder: The Kogi State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the murder of Tordue Salem, a special assistant to the state governor. The suspects are alleged to be members of a cult group.
Politics
- APC National Convention: Buhari to Inaugurate New Exco: President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to inaugurate the new executive committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at a convention in Abuja today.
- PDP Crisis: Wike's Faction Rejects Ayu's Resignation: The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Governor Nyesom Wike has rejected the resignation of the party's national chairman, Iyorchia Ayu.
Economy
- Nigeria's GDP Growth Rate Slows to 3.98%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate slowed to 3.98% in the third quarter of 2022, down from 4.03% in the second quarter.
- CBN Introduces New Guidelines for Cryptocurrency Trading: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced new guidelines for cryptocurrency trading in the country, aimed at regulating the sector and preventing financial risks.
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea-Bissau in World Cup Qualifier: The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Guinea-Bissau in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Thursday.
- Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Championship: Rangers International FC has won the 2022 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) championship, defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final match.
These are some of the top news stories from Nigeria today.