Vanguard news today sunday
Here are the top news stories from Vanguard News today, Sunday:
Breaking News
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Drops to 17.38%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has dropped to 17.38% in June 2022, from 17.71% in May 2022. This is the lowest inflation rate in 17 months.
- 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. The new policy is expected to be launched in the coming weeks.
Politics
- APC Primaries: Tinubu, Osinbajo, Others Pick Forms: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that its presidential aspirants, including Bola Tinubu, Yemi Osinbajo, and others, have picked their nomination forms for the party's primary election.
- PDP Crisis: Wike, Others Meet with Atiku: The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a new turn as Governor Nyesom Wike and other governors have met with the party's presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to discuss the party's primaries.
Business
- 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.
- 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 importation of agricultural products.
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea in World Cup Qualifier: The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn against Guinea in the World Cup qualifiers, with the first leg set to take place in September.
- Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Championship: Rangers International FC has won the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) championship, defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final match.
Entertainment
- Tiwa Savage's 'Koroba' Hits 1 Million Views: Tiwa Savage's latest single, 'Koroba', has hit 1 million views on YouTube, making it one of the most-watched music videos in Nigeria.
- Wizkid's 'Essence' Wins BET Award: Wizkid's song, 'Essence', has won the Best Collaboration award at the 2022 BET Awards, beating other nominees including Drake and Kanye West.
These are the top news stories from Vanguard News today, Sunday.