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Here are the latest news updates from Nigeria:

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  1. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 17.6%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 17.6% in June 2022, the highest in over 17 years. The increase is attributed to rising food prices and a weak naira.
  2. 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. The policy is expected to simplify the visa application process and reduce the cost of obtaining a visa.
  3. 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.

Politics

  1. Buhari Meets with APC Governors: President Muhammadu Buhari has met with governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to discuss the party's plans for the 2023 general elections.
  2. Atiku Abubakar to Contest 2023 Presidential Election: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced his intention to contest the 2023 presidential election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Sports

  1. Super Eagles to Face Guinea in World Cup Qualifier: The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Guinea in a World Cup qualifier on September 3, 2022, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.
  2. Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Championship: Rangers International FC has won the 2021-2022 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) championship, defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final.

Business

  1. Nigeria's Stock Market Rises by 1.14%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced that the All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 1.14% to close at 44,811.44 points on Friday.
  2. FG to Launch New Agricultural Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new agricultural policy aimed at increasing food production and reducing importation.

Entertainment

  1. Tiwa Savage to Release New Album: Singer Tiwa Savage has announced that she will release a new album titled "Water & Garri" on August 12, 2022.
  2. Nollywood Actress, Funke Akindele, Celebrates 45th Birthday: Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has celebrated her 45th birthday with a lavish party attended by friends and colleagues in the entertainment industry.

These are the latest news updates from Nigeria. Stay informed and stay ahead!