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Here are some of the top news stories from Nigeria, categorized by topic:

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.
  2. APC Primaries: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has concluded its primaries, with many candidates emerging victorious.
  3. PDP Primaries: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has also concluded its primaries, with some candidates facing challenges.

Economy

  1. Inflation Rate Rises: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 15.6%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
  2. Naira Appreciates: The naira has appreciated against the US dollar, with the exchange rate now at N415 to the dollar.
  3. Oil Production: Nigeria's oil production has increased to 1.4 million barrels per day, according to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).

Security

  1. Banditry: Bandits have attacked several communities in Zamfara State, killing many people and destroying property.
  2. Kidnapping: Kidnappers have abducted several people in different parts of the country, including a former governor and a prominent businessman.
  3. Police Brutality: There have been reports of police brutality and human rights abuses in several states, leading to protests and calls for reform.

Health

  1. COVID-19: Nigeria has recorded a surge in COVID-19 cases, with many states experiencing outbreaks.
  2. Lassa Fever: There have been reports of Lassa fever outbreaks in several states, with many people affected.
  3. Malaria: Malaria remains a major public health concern in Nigeria, with many people affected each year.

Sports

  1. Super Eagles: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, after defeating Guinea-Bissau in a playoff match.
  2. Nigerian Football League: The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) has resumed, with many teams competing for the championship.
  3. Athletics: Nigerian athletes have won several medals at international competitions, including the African Games and the Commonwealth Games.

Entertainment

  1. Music: Nigerian music has continued to gain popularity globally, with many artists releasing hit songs and albums.
  2. Nollywood: The Nigerian film industry, known as Nollywood, has continued to produce many movies and TV shows, with many gaining international recognition.
  3. Comedy: Nigerian comedians have continued to entertain audiences with their stand-up comedy shows and online content.

These are just a few of the top news stories from Nigeria.