Naija news today and breaking news

Here are some of the top Naija news today and breaking news:

Breaking News

  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. 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)
  3. Nigeria's Economy Grows by 3.11% in Q2 2022: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 3.11% in the second quarter of 2022, driven by growth in the agriculture and services sectors. (Source: ThisDay)

Top News

  1. Buhari Signs Executive Order to Boost Local Content: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed an executive order aimed at promoting local content in the country's economy, including the use of Nigerian-made goods and services. (Source: Leadership)
  2. Nigeria's Power Generation Reaches 4,600MW: The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that the country's power generation has reached 4,600 megawatts, a significant increase from the 3,500MW recorded in 2020. (Source: Daily Trust)
  3. FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system aimed at providing a unique identity for every Nigerian citizen. (Source: The Nation)

Sports News

  1. Super Eagles Qualify for 2023 AFCON: Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, has qualified for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating Sierra Leone 2-0 in a qualifying match. (Source: Goal.com)
  2. D'Tigress Qualify for 2023 FIBA World Cup: Nigeria's women's basketball team, D'Tigress, has qualified for the 2023 FIBA World Cup after defeating Mozambique 74-54 in a qualifying match. (Source: ESPN)

Entertainment News

  1. Tiwa Savage's 'Koroba' Hits 1 Million Views on YouTube: Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage's latest single, "Koroba", has hit 1 million views on YouTube, just one week after its release. (Source: Pulse Nigeria)
  2. Wizkid's 'Essence' Wins Best African Song at BET Awards: Nigerian singer Wizkid's song "Essence" has won the Best African Song award at the 2022 BET Awards. (Source: The Cable)

These are just a few of the top Naija news today and breaking news. Stay informed and stay updated!