Radio nigeria news today
Here are the latest news updates from Radio Nigeria:
Breaking News
- The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a new university in each of the 36 states of the country. The Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, made the announcement yesterday in Abuja.
- The Nigerian Army has launched a new operation code-named "Operation Whirl Stroke" to tackle banditry and kidnapping in the North-Central region.
- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new policy to regulate the use of foreign exchange in the country. The policy aims to reduce the country's reliance on foreign exchange and promote local production.
National News
- The Senate has passed a bill to establish a National Commission for Persons with Disabilities. The bill aims to promote the rights and welfare of persons with disabilities in the country.
- The Federal Government has launched a new initiative to promote agricultural development in the country. The initiative, code-named "Green Alternative", aims to increase food production and reduce poverty in rural areas.
- The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) has warned of a possible outbreak of flooding in some parts of the country due to heavy rainfall.
International News
- The United States has imposed sanctions on several individuals and entities in Nigeria over alleged corruption and human rights abuses.
- The European Union has announced plans to provide financial assistance to Nigeria to support its efforts to combat terrorism and improve security in the country.
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a 2.5% growth rate for Nigeria's economy in 2023.
Sports News
- The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after defeating Liberia 2-0 in their final qualifying match.
- The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced plans to introduce a new league system in the country to promote grassroots football.
- The Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced plans to send a team to the 2023 FIBA World Cup in Indonesia.
Business News
- The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced plans to introduce a new trading platform to improve market efficiency and reduce transaction costs.
- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a new policy to regulate the use of cryptocurrencies in the country.
- The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a new industrial park in each of the 36 states of the country to promote industrial development.
These are just some of the latest news updates from Radio Nigeria.