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Here are some top news stories from Nigeria, updated 24/7:
Breaking News
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 17.71%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 17.71% in June 2022, the highest in over 17 years. [Source: Vanguard News]
- FG to Launch New Visa Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new visa policy aimed at boosting tourism and attracting foreign investment to the country. [Source: ThisDay Live]
- Nigeria's Economy Grows by 3.11%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 3.11% in the first quarter of 2022, driven by growth in the agriculture and manufacturing sectors. [Source: Premium Times]
Politics
- Buhari Signs 2022 Budget into Law: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2022 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N16.39 trillion. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]
- APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing former Lagos State Governor Bola Tinubu for the party's presidential ticket. [Source: The Nation]
- PDP Crisis: Wike, Governors Meet with Atiku: The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a new turn, with Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike and other governors meeting with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to discuss the party's future. [Source: Daily Trust]
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for 2022 World Cup: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Ghana 2-0 in the final match of the qualifiers. [Source: Punch Newspapers]
- Rohr to Leave Super Eagles After World Cup: Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has announced that he will leave the team after the 2022 World Cup. [Source: Goal.com]
- D'Tigress Qualify for 2022 FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress have qualified for the 2022 FIBA World Cup in Australia, after defeating Mozambique 76-55 in the final match of the qualifiers. [Source: Vanguard News]
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's Son's Kidnappers Demand N100m Ransom: The kidnappers of Tiwa Savage's son, Jamil, have demanded a ransom of N100 million. [Source: The Punch]
- Burna Boy Wins BET Award: Nigerian musician Burna Boy has won the Best International Flow Artist award at the 2022 BET Awards. [Source: Pulse Nigeria]
- Nollywood Actress, Regina Daniels, Gives Birth to Second Child: Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has given birth to her second child, a baby boy. [Source: Legit.ng]
These are just a few of the top news stories from Nigeria, updated 24/7. Stay informed and stay ahead of the curve with 9ija News 24!