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Here are the latest news 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 Signs 2022 Budget into Law: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2022 budget into law, with a total expenditure of N16.39 trillion. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]
- APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors backing former Lagos State Governor Bola Tinubu for the party's presidential ticket. [Source: The Nation]
- PDP Crisis: Wike, Others Defect to APC: Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike and some other PDP governors have defected to the APC, citing the party's internal crisis. [Source: Daily Trust]
Crime
- Kidnapping: Police Rescue 12 Abducted Victims: The police have rescued 12 abducted victims, including a pregnant woman, in a raid on a kidnappers' den in Kaduna State. [Source: The Punch]
- Banditry: Zamfara State Declares Emergency: Zamfara State has declared a state of emergency following a surge in banditry and kidnapping in the state. [Source: Daily Post]
- Armed Robbery: Police Foil Robbery Attempt in Lagos: The police have foiled an armed robbery attempt in Lagos, arresting three suspects and recovering stolen goods. [Source: Vanguard News]
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for 2022 World Cup: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, defeating Ghana 2-0 in the final match of the qualifiers. [Source: Goal.com]
- Nigerian Footballer, Osimhen, Wins Serie A Player of the Month: Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has been named Serie A Player of the Month for June 2022. [Source: ESPN]
- Tennis: Nigeria's Okagbare Wins Gold at African Games: Nigerian tennis player, Blessing Okagbare, has won gold at the African Games in Morocco. [Source: The Guardian]
Business
- Nigeria's Stock Market Rises by 1.14%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has risen by 1.14% in the past week, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors. [Source: ThisDay Live]
- 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 imports. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Affects Consumer Spending: The rising inflation rate in Nigeria has affected consumer spending, with many Nigerians cutting back on non-essential items. [Source: Premium Times]
These are just a few of the latest news from Nigeria. Stay tuned for more updates!