Nigeria latest news today update

Here are some of the latest news updates from Nigeria:

Politics

  1. Buhari Signs 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. APC Crisis Deepens: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with the party's National Working Committee (NWC) suspending the party's Caretaker Committee Chairman, Mai Mala Buni. (Source: Punch)
  3. PDP Crisis: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is also facing a crisis, with the party's National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, facing opposition from some governors and leaders of the party. (Source: ThisDay)

Economy

  1. Inflation Rate Rises: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 21.34% in November 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). (Source: NBS)
  2. Naira Falls: The naira has fallen to a new low against the US dollar, trading at N745 to the dollar on the parallel market. (Source: Punch)
  3. Fuel Scarcity: Fuel scarcity has returned to some parts of the country, with many filling stations running out of fuel. (Source: Vanguard)

Security

  1. Bandits Attack Zamfara: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing several people and injuring many others. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Kidnapping in Ogun: Kidnappers have abducted several people in Ogun State, including a traditional ruler. (Source: Punch)
  3. Police Arrest Suspects: The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a businessman in Lagos. (Source: Vanguard)

Health

  1. Lassa Fever Outbreak: An outbreak of Lassa fever has been reported in several states, including Lagos and Ogun. (Source: NPHCDA)
  2. COVID-19 Cases Rise: The number of COVID-19 cases has risen in Nigeria, with several states reporting new cases. (Source: NCDC)
  3. Health Workers Strike: Health workers in some states have gone on strike, demanding better working conditions and improved salaries. (Source: Punch)

Sports

  1. Super Eagles Qualify for AFCON: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Rangers International Win: Rangers International have won the 2022 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title. (Source: Punch)
  3. Athletes Qualify for World Championships: Several Nigerian athletes have qualified for the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. (Source: ThisDay)

These are just some of the latest news updates from Nigeria.