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Here are some of the latest news from Nigeria:

Top Stories

  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. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Buhari Signs New Electoral Act: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the new Electoral Act into law, which introduces electronic transmission of election results and other reforms. (Source: Premium Times)
  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 services sectors. (Source: This Day)

Politics

  1. APC Primaries: Tinubu, Atiku, Others Pick Forms: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that its presidential primaries will hold on June 20-22, with former Lagos Governor Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and others picking nomination forms. (Source: The Nation)
  2. PDP Primaries: Wike, Ortom, Others Pick Forms: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced that its presidential primaries will hold on June 28-30, with Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike, Benue Governor Samuel Ortom, and others picking nomination forms. (Source: Punch)
  3. Nigeria's 2023 Elections: INEC Releases Timetable: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the timetable for Nigeria's 2023 general elections, with presidential and National Assembly elections scheduled for February 25, 2023. (Source: Leadership)

Security

  1. Bandits Kill 12 in Zamfara: Bandits have killed 12 people in Zamfara State, including a traditional ruler, in an attack on a village. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Police Arrest 15 Suspects in Lagos Robbery: The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with a robbery incident in which a businessman was killed. (Source: The Guardian)
  3. Nigeria's Security Challenges: Buhari Meets with Service Chiefs: President Muhammadu Buhari has met with the nation's service chiefs to discuss Nigeria's security challenges, including the insurgency in the North East and banditry in other parts of the country. (Source: Vanguard)

Business

  1. Nigeria's Stock Market Rises by 1.14%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced that the All-Share Index rose by 1.14% in June 2022, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors. (Source: This Day)
  2. 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: Punch)
  3. Nigeria's Economy: IMF Warns of Risks: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that Nigeria's economy is at risk due to its high debt levels, inflation, and security challenges. (Source: Leadership)