National mirror news today
Here are the top news stories from the National Mirror newspaper for today:
Breaking News
- Buhari Orders Probe into Alleged N1.4trn Fraud in NNPC: President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered a thorough investigation into the alleged N1.4 trillion fraud in the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). The President has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the matter and bring those found guilty to book.
- FG to Launch New Visa Policy to Boost Tourism: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new visa policy aimed at boosting tourism in the country. The policy, which is expected to be launched soon, will make it easier for foreigners to obtain visas to visit Nigeria.
Politics
- APC Crisis Deepens as Governors, Senators Trade Words: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with governors and senators of the party trading words over the leadership of the party. The governors, who are backing the National Chairman of the party, Adams Oshiomhole, have accused the senators of trying to undermine the party's leadership.
- PDP to Hold National Convention in October: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans to hold its national convention in October. The convention, which is expected to be a major event in the party's calendar, will see the election of new leaders of the party.
Economy
- Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.3% in Q2: Nigeria's economy has grown by 2.3% in the second quarter of the year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The growth rate is the highest in the last two years and is a sign of improvement in the economy.
- FG to Launch New Agricultural Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new agricultural policy aimed at boosting food production in the country. The policy, which is expected to be launched soon, will focus on increasing the production of staple foods such as rice, wheat, and maize.
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Algeria in Friendly Match: The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Algeria in a friendly match next month. The match, which is expected to be a tough one for the Super Eagles, will be played in Algiers, Algeria.
- D'Tigress to Face USA in FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress of Nigeria will face the USA in the FIBA Women's World Cup next month. The match, which is expected to be a tough one for the D'Tigress, will be played in Sydney, Australia.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage to Release New Album: Tiwa Savage, the popular Nigerian singer, is set to release a new album soon. The album, which is expected to be a major event in the music industry, will feature some of the biggest names in the industry.
- Genevieve Nnaji to Star in New Movie: Genevieve Nnaji, the popular Nigerian actress, is set to star in a new movie soon. The movie, which is expected to be a major event in the film industry, will be directed by a renowned director in the industry.
These are the top news stories from the National Mirror newspaper for today. I hope you find them interesting and informative.