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Here are some recent breaking news from Nigeria:
Breaking News
- Nigerian Army kills 12 bandits in Zamfara: The Nigerian Army has killed 12 bandits in a raid on their hideout in Zamfara State. The operation was carried out by troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army in collaboration with the Zamfara State Government. (Source: Vanguard)
- FG to establish new university in Katsina: The Federal Government has approved the establishment of a new university in Katsina State. The university, which will be named after the late Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, will be located in the state capital. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Nigeria's inflation rate drops to 11.37%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has dropped to 11.37% in June 2022. This represents a decrease of 0.23% compared to the 11.60% recorded in May 2022. (Source: NBS)
- Police arrest 15 suspected kidnappers in Ogun: The Ogun State Police Command has arrested 15 suspected kidnappers who allegedly kidnapped a businessman in the state. The suspects were arrested in a sting operation carried out by the police in collaboration with the vigilante group in the area. (Source: Punch)
- Nigeria's economy grows by 3.11% in Q2 2022: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 3.11% in the second quarter of 2022. This represents a growth rate of 3.11% compared to the 2.55% recorded in the first quarter of 2022. (Source: NBS)
Sports News
- Super Eagles to face Algeria in friendly match: The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Algeria in a friendly match on September 27, 2022, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. The match is part of the team's preparation for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. (Source: Goal.com)
- Rohr names 25-man squad for Algeria friendly: Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, has named a 25-man squad for the friendly match against Algeria. The squad includes players from the domestic league and abroad. (Source: Vanguard)
Entertainment News
- Tiwa Savage releases new single "Koroba": Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has released a new single titled "Koroba". The song features American rapper, Joeboy. (Source: Pulse.ng)
- Wizkid to perform at Global Citizen Festival: Nigerian singer, Wizkid, has been announced as one of the performers at the Global Citizen Festival, which will take place in New York City on September 24, 2022. (Source: Billboard)
These are some of the latest breaking news from Nigeria. Stay tuned for more updates!