Nigeria network news
Here are some recent news updates from Nigeria:
Politics
- President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of new service chiefs, replacing the outgoing chiefs of the army, navy, air force, and police.
- The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Lauretta Onochie as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
- The Nigerian government has announced plans to establish a new national carrier, Nigeria Air, to replace the defunct Nigeria Airways.
Economy
- The Nigerian economy has grown by 2.27% in the first quarter of 2021, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new policy to reduce the country's reliance on foreign exchange, aimed at boosting local production and reducing imports.
- The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced plans to introduce a new trading platform to improve market efficiency and reduce transaction costs.
Security
- The Nigerian military has launched a new operation, "Operation Whirl Stroke", to tackle banditry and kidnapping in the country's north-central region.
- The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the recent kidnapping of students and staff of the University of Abuja.
- The Nigerian government has announced plans to establish a new security agency, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), to tackle internal security threats.
Health
- The Nigerian government has launched a new campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19, including the distribution of free face masks and hand sanitizers.
- The country has recorded a significant increase in cases of Lassa fever, with several deaths reported in recent weeks.
- The Nigerian government has announced plans to establish a new national health insurance scheme to improve access to healthcare for all citizens.
Sports
- The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, has qualified for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Lesotho 3-0 in a qualifying match.
- The country's tennis star, Aruna Quadri, has won the ITTF African Championships, defeating Egypt's Omar Assar in the final.
- The Nigerian government has announced plans to establish a new national sports commission to promote and develop sports in the country.
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Nigeria. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic or issue, feel free to ask!