The current news in nigeria today

Here are some of the current news in Nigeria today:

Politics

  1. Buhari's Health: President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Nigeria after a 10-day medical vacation in London. His return has sparked controversy, with many Nigerians questioning the true nature of his health issues.
  2. APC Crisis: The All Progressives Congress (APC) is embroiled in a crisis, with some governors and leaders calling for the resignation of the party's National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole.
  3. PDP Primaries: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has concluded its presidential primaries, with Atiku Abubakar emerging as the party's flagbearer.

Economy

  1. Naira Weakens: The naira has continued to weaken against the US dollar, with the exchange rate now standing at N360 to $1.
  2. Fuel Scarcity: Fuel scarcity has returned to some parts of the country, with many Nigerians struggling to access petrol.
  3. Inflation Rate: The inflation rate in Nigeria has risen to 11.37%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

Security

  1. Banditry: Bandits have attacked several villages in Zamfara State, killing several people and displacing many others.
  2. Kidnapping: Kidnapping has become a major problem in Nigeria, with many people being abducted and held for ransom.
  3. Police Brutality: There have been reports of police brutality in several parts of the country, with many Nigerians calling for an end to the use of excessive force by law enforcement agents.

Other News

  1. Coronavirus: Nigeria has recorded its first case of the coronavirus, with a patient in Lagos State testing positive for the virus.
  2. Education: The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce a new curriculum for primary and secondary schools in Nigeria.
  3. Sports: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Liberia 2-0 in a qualifying match.

These are just a few of the current news in Nigeria today.