Nigeria head line news today
Here are some of the top headlines in Nigeria 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.
- APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing Bola Tinubu's presidential ambition.
Economy
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 21.7%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 21.7% in November, the highest in over 17 years.
- 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.
Security
- Bandits Attack Zamfara Village, Kill 10: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing 10 people and injuring several others.
- Police Arrest 15 Suspects over Kidnapping in Ogun: The Ogun State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with a kidnapping incident in the state.
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea in AFCON Qualifier: The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Guinea in an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier on March 25, 2023.
- D'Tigress Qualify for FIBA World Cup: Nigeria's women's basketball team, D'Tigress, has qualified for the FIBA World Cup after defeating Mozambique in the qualifiers.
Other News
- Nigeria's COVID-19 Cases Rise to 255,000: The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced that the country has recorded 255,000 cases of COVID-19.
- FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system, which will help to reduce identity theft and fraud.
Please note that these are just some of the top headlines in Nigeria today, and the news is subject to change as the day progresses.