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Here are some of 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)
- Bandits Attack Zamfara Village, Kill 13: Armed bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing 13 people and injuring several others. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Nigeria's Economy Grows by 3.11% in Q2: 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 Live)
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: Premium Times)
- APC National Convention Postponed: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed its national convention, which was scheduled to hold on June 25, due to the ongoing crisis in the party. (Source: The Nation)
- 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 All Progressives Congress (APC). (Source: Punch Newspapers)
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for 2022 World Cup: The Super Eagles have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Ghana 2-0 in the final match of the qualifiers. (Source: Goal.com)
- Rangers International FC Wins 2022 Aiteo Cup: Rangers International FC has won the 2022 Aiteo Cup, defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final. (Source: Vanguard News)
- D'Tigress Qualify for 2022 FIBA World Cup: The D'Tigress have qualified for the 2022 FIBA World Cup, after defeating Mozambique 74-68 in the final match of the qualifiers. (Source: ThisDay Live)
Business
- Nigeria's Stock Market Rises by 0.45%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has risen by 0.45% to close at 43,144.41 points, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors. (Source: BusinessDay)
- 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: Punch Newspapers)
- Nigeria's Economy to Grow by 2.5% in 2022: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has predicted that Nigeria's economy will grow by 2.5% in 2022, driven by growth in the agriculture and services sectors. (Source: ThisDay Live)
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's 'Koroba' Video Breaks Record: Tiwa Savage's music video for "Koroba" has broken a record, becoming the most-watched music video by a Nigerian artist on YouTube. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Wizkid's 'Essence' Wins BET Award: Wizkid's song "Essence" has won the Best Collaboration award at the 2022 BET Awards. (Source: Punch Newspapers)
- Nollywood Actress, Funke Akindele, Celebrates 45th Birthday: Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has celebrated her 45th birthday, with several of her colleagues and fans sending her birthday wishes. (Source: ThisDay Live)
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