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Here are the latest news updates 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 to Meet with APC Governors: President Muhammadu Buhari is set to meet with governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to discuss the party's plans for the 2023 general elections. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]
- 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). [Source: The Punch]
- Nigeria's Senate to Investigate Allegations of Corruption in the Ministry of Defence: The Senate has announced plans to investigate allegations of corruption in the Ministry of Defence, following a petition by a civil society organization. [Source: Daily Trust]
Crime
- Police Arrest 15 Suspects over Kidnap of Katsina Schoolgirls: The police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with the kidnap of over 300 schoolgirls in Katsina State. [Source: The Nation]
- Nigeria's Police to Launch Operation Puff Adder in the North-East: The police have announced plans to launch Operation Puff Adder in the North-East region to combat banditry and kidnapping. [Source: Vanguard News]
- Robbery Gang Arrested in Lagos: A robbery gang has been arrested by the police in Lagos, following a tip-off from a member of the public. [Source: Punch Newspaper]
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea in World Cup Qualifier: The Super Eagles are set to face Guinea in a World Cup qualifier on September 3, 2022. [Source: Goal.com]
- Nigeria's Basketball Team Qualifies for FIBA World Cup: Nigeria's basketball team has qualified for the FIBA World Cup, following a 76-69 win over Rwanda in the qualifiers. [Source: ThisDay Live]
- Rangers International FC Wins Nigerian Professional Football League: Rangers International FC has won the Nigerian Professional Football League, following a 2-1 win over Enyimba FC in the final match. [Source: Daily Trust]
Business
- Nigeria's Stock Market Rises by 0.45%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced that the stock market rose by 0.45% on Tuesday, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors. [Source: The Punch]
- 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. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Affects Consumer Spending: The high inflation rate in Nigeria has affected consumer spending, with many Nigerians cutting back on non-essential items. [Source: Vanguard News]
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage to Release New Album: Singer Tiwa Savage is set to release a new album, following a successful concert in Lagos. [Source: ThisDay Live]
- Nollywood Actress, Funke Akindele, Celebrates 45th Birthday: Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has celebrated her 45th birthday, following a lavish party in Lagos. [Source: Punch Newspaper]
- Wizkid to Collaborate with Beyoncé on New Song: Singer Wizkid is set to collaborate with Beyoncé on a new song, following a successful collaboration on the song "Brown Skin Girl". [Source: The Nation]
These are just some of the latest news updates from Nigeria. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day!