Cnn news nigeria today
Here are the top news stories from CNN Nigeria today:
Breaking News
- Nigeria's President Buhari to Meet with World Leaders at G7 Summit: President Muhammadu Buhari is set to meet with world leaders at the G7 summit in Germany, where he will discuss issues such as security, economy, and climate change.
- Nigerian Army Launches Operation to Flush Out Boko Haram Insurgents: The Nigerian Army has launched a new operation to flush out Boko Haram insurgents from the country's northeast region, where the group has been wreaking havoc for years.
Politics
- Nigeria's Senate Passes Bill to Establish National Commission for Refugees: The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill to establish a national commission for refugees, aimed at addressing the country's refugee crisis.
- Nigerian Governor Suspends Commissioner over Allegations of Corruption: The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has suspended his Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, over allegations of corruption.
Economy
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 12.4%: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 12.4%, the highest in over two years, due to rising food prices and a weak naira.
- Nigerian Stock Exchange Records 0.1% Growth: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has recorded a 0.1% growth, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors.
Sports
- Nigeria's Super Eagles Qualify for 2022 World Cup: Nigeria's Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Ghana 2-0 in a playoff match.
- Nigerian Boxer, Anthony Joshua, Loses to Oleksandr Usyk: Nigerian-born British boxer, Anthony Joshua, has lost to Ukrainian boxer, Oleksandr Usyk, in a heavyweight title fight.
Entertainment
- Nigerian Musician, Wizkid, Collaborates with American Rapper, Drake: Nigerian musician, Wizkid, has collaborated with American rapper, Drake, on a new song, titled "One Dance".
- Nigerian Actress, Genevieve Nnaji, Launches New Movie Production Company: Nigerian actress, Genevieve Nnaji, has launched a new movie production company, aimed at promoting Nigerian cinema.
These are just a few of the top news stories from CNN Nigeria today. Stay tuned for more updates!