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Here are some of the latest news headlines from Nigeria:

Politics

  1. Buhari Signs 2023 Budget into Law: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N20.5 trillion. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing Bola Tinubu for the party's presidential ticket. (Source: ThisDay)
  3. PDP Crisis: Wike, Atiku in Fresh Showdown: The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a new turn, with Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar at loggerheads. (Source: Punch)

Economy

  1. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 21.7%: The inflation rate in Nigeria has risen to 21.7%, the highest in over 17 years, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. (Source: Premium Times)
  2. Naira Falls to Record Low Against Dollar: The naira has fallen to a record low against the dollar, trading at N570 to the dollar. (Source: The Cable)
  3. FG to Review Fuel Subsidy Regime: The federal government has announced plans to review the fuel subsidy regime, which has been a major drain on the economy. (Source: Leadership)

Security

  1. Bandits Kill 12 in Fresh Attack on Zamfara Village: Bandits have killed 12 people in a fresh attack on a village in Zamfara State. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Police Arrest 15 Suspects Over Kidnapping of Kaduna Students: The police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with the kidnapping of students in Kaduna State. (Source: The Nation)
  3. Boko Haram Attacks Military Base in Borno: Boko Haram insurgents have attacked a military base in Borno State, killing several soldiers. (Source: Sahara Reporters)

Sports

  1. Super Eagles Qualify for 2023 AFCON: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0. (Source: Goal.com)
  2. Rohr to Leave Super Eagles After 2022 World Cup: Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has announced that he will leave the team after the 2022 World Cup. (Source: ESPN)
  3. D'Tigress Qualify for 2023 FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress have qualified for the 2023 FIBA Women's World Cup after defeating Mozambique 74-54. (Source: FIBA)

These are just a few of the latest news headlines from Nigeria.