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Here are the latest news updates from BBC News Nigeria:
Top Stories
- Nigeria's economy grows by 2.3% in Q1: Nigeria's economy has grown by 2.3% in the first quarter of the year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This is the first positive growth rate in three years.
- Boko Haram attacks kill dozens in Borno: At least 30 people have been killed in a series of attacks by Boko Haram militants in Borno state, Nigeria. The attacks occurred in the towns of Monguno and Gwoza.
- Nigeria's president to visit South Africa: Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is set to visit South Africa on Monday to discuss trade and security issues between the two countries.
Regional News
- Ghana's president to visit Nigeria: Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo is set to visit Nigeria on Tuesday to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
- Cameroon's Anglophone crisis deepens: The crisis in Cameroon's Anglophone regions has deepened, with reports of widespread violence and human rights abuses.
- Côte d'Ivoire's president to visit Nigeria: Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara is set to visit Nigeria on Wednesday to discuss trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.
International News
- US imposes sanctions on Nigerian officials: The United States has imposed sanctions on several Nigerian officials accused of human rights abuses and corruption.
- UK to provide £10m to support Nigeria's economy: The United Kingdom has announced plans to provide £10m to support Nigeria's economy, including funding for small and medium-sized enterprises.
- Nigeria to participate in African Union summit: Nigeria will participate in the African Union summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, next week to discuss issues affecting the continent.
Sports
- Super Eagles to face Algeria in AFCON semi-final: Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Algeria in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Sunday.
- Rangers International FC wins Nigerian league title: Rangers International FC has won the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) title, ending a 32-year wait for the club.
Business
- Nigeria's inflation rate drops to 11.37%: Nigeria's inflation rate has dropped to 11.37% in May, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- Nigerian stocks rise by 1.1%: The Nigerian stock market has risen by 1.1% in the past week, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors.
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