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Here are some of the latest news updates from Nigeria:
Top Stories
- 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.
- Fuel Scarcity Hits Nigeria: Long queues have been reported at fuel stations across the country as fuel scarcity worsens, with many Nigerians struggling to access petrol.
- Nigeria's Economy Grows by 3.11%: The 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.
- Bandits Attack Zamfara Village, Kill 13: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing 13 people and injuring several others.
- Nigeria's Power Generation Hits 4,000MW: The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that the country's power generation has reached 4,000 megawatts, the highest in over a year.
Politics
- Buhari Signs Electoral Act Amendment Bill: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill into law, which aims to improve the conduct of elections in Nigeria.
- APC National Convention Postponed: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed its national convention, which was scheduled to hold on June 30, due to logistical challenges.
- PDP Crisis Deepens as Wike, Others Defect to APC: The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has deepened, with Governor Nyesom Wike and several other party leaders defecting to the APC.
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for 2023 AFCON: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0 in their final qualifying match.
- Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Title: Rangers International FC has won the 2021-2022 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title, their first in over 30 years.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's Son, Jamil, Turns 7: Singer Tiwa Savage's son, Jamil, has turned 7 years old, with his mother celebrating the milestone on social media.
- Burna Boy Wins BET Award: Singer Burna Boy has won the Best International Flow Artist award at the 2022 BET Awards, held in Los Angeles.
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Nigeria. Stay informed and stay safe!