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- Buhari Approves N13.08trn 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2023 budget into law, approving a total expenditure of N13.08 trillion. (Source: Vanguard)
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 21.82%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 21.82% in November 2022, the highest in over 17 years. (Source: Punch)
- FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system to improve the country's identity management and reduce identity-related fraud. (Source: ThisDay)
Politics
- APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing Bola Tinubu's presidential ambition. (Source: Daily Trust)
- 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: The Nation)
- INEC to Conduct Fresh Elections in 15 LGAs: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to conduct fresh elections in 15 local government areas (LGAs) in Rivers State. (Source: Leadership)
Economy
- Nigeria's Economy Grows by 3.98% in Q3: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 3.98% in the third quarter of 2022, driven by growth in the agriculture and services sectors. (Source: BusinessDay)
- FG to Implement New Tax Regime: The Federal Government has announced plans to implement a new tax regime aimed at increasing revenue and reducing tax evasion. (Source: The Guardian)
- Naira Appreciates Against Dollar: The naira has appreciated against the dollar, exchanging at N435 to the dollar at the official market. (Source: Daily Post)
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea in AFCON Qualifier: The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Guinea in an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in March 2023. (Source: Goal.com)
- D'Tigress Qualify for FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress of Nigeria have qualified for the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup after defeating Mozambique in the FIBA AfroBasket Women 2023. (Source: ESPN)
- Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Title: Rangers International FC has won the 2022-2023 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title, ending a 32-year wait for the club. (Source: Punch)
These are just a few of the latest news headlines from Nigeria.