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Here are some of the latest breaking news from Nigeria:
Breaking News
- 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)
- Fuel Scarcity Hits Lagos, Abuja, and Other Cities: Long queues have been reported at fuel stations in major cities across Nigeria, including Lagos and Abuja, as the country grapples with a shortage of petroleum products. (Source: Punch)
- Nigerian Army Arrests 15 Suspects Over Banditry in Zamfara: The Nigerian Army has arrested 15 suspects in connection with banditry and kidnapping in Zamfara State. (Source: Daily Trust)
- FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system to improve the efficiency of government services and reduce identity fraud. (Source: ThisDay)
- Nigeria's GDP Growth Rate Slows to 3.98%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate slowed to 3.98% in the first quarter of 2022, down from 4.03% in the previous quarter. (Source: Premium Times)
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea in World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Guinea in a World Cup qualifier on September 3, 2022, in Conakry, Guinea. (Source: Goal.com)
- Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Championship: Rangers International FC has won the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) championship, defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final match. (Source: Punch)
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's 'Koroba' Video Breaks Record: Tiwa Savage's music video for "Koroba" has broken a record by becoming the most-watched music video by a Nigerian artist on YouTube. (Source: Pulse Nigeria)
- Wizkid's 'Essence' Wins BET Award: Wizkid's song "Essence" featuring Tems has won the Best Collaboration award at the 2022 BET Awards. (Source: Vanguard)
Please note that these are just some of the latest breaking news from Nigeria, and there may be other important stories that are not included here.