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Naija news! Let's catch up on the latest happenings in Nigeria. Here are some top stories:

Politics

  1. Buhari's Health: There have been concerns about President Muhammadu Buhari's health, with some reports suggesting he's been receiving treatment in London. The presidency has denied these claims, but many Nigerians remain skeptical.
  2. APC Crisis: The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing internal crisis, with some governors and party leaders at loggerheads over the party's leadership and direction.
  3. PDP's New Leadership: The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has elected a new national chairman, Uche Secondus, who has promised to revamp the party and challenge the APC in the 2019 elections.

Economy

  1. Naira Devaluation: The naira has continued to depreciate against major currencies, with the exchange rate now standing at around N360 to the US dollar. This has led to increased prices of goods and services.
  2. Fuel Scarcity: Fuel scarcity has returned to some parts of the country, causing long queues at filling stations and affecting transportation.
  3. Inflation Rate: The inflation rate has risen to 12.5%, the highest in over two years, due to factors such as currency devaluation and increased prices of food and other essential items.

Security

  1. Boko Haram Attacks: The terrorist group has continued to launch attacks in the North-East, with recent incidents in Borno and Yobe states.
  2. Kidnapping: There have been several cases of kidnapping in different parts of the country, including the abduction of a former governor's daughter in Kaduna state.
  3. Police Brutality: There have been reports of police brutality and human rights abuses, with some Nigerians calling for reforms in the police force.

Other News

  1. Nigerian Army's Anti-Corruption Drive: The Nigerian Army has launched an anti-corruption drive, with several high-ranking officers facing investigation and prosecution for alleged corruption.
  2. Nollywood Star's Death: Popular Nollywood actor, Sam Loco Efe, has passed away at the age of 66.
  3. Super Eagles' World Cup Qualification: The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, has qualified for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, after defeating Zambia 1-0 in the final qualifying match.

These are just a few of the top stories making headlines in Nigeria. Stay informed, stay updated!