Vanguard news today tuesday

Here are the top news stories from Vanguard News today, Tuesday:

Top Stories

  1. 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, the highest in over 17 years. The increase is attributed to rising food prices and a weak naira.
  2. FG to Review Fuel Subsidy Regime: The Federal Government has announced plans to review the fuel subsidy regime, which has been a subject of controversy in recent times. The review is aimed at ensuring that the subsidy is targeted at the most vulnerable segments of the population.
  3. Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.01% in Q2: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 2.01% in the second quarter of the year, driven by growth in the agriculture and manufacturing sectors.

Business

  1. Dangote Cement to Invest $1.5bn in New Plant: Dangote Cement has announced plans to invest $1.5 billion in a new cement plant in the country. The plant is expected to increase the company's production capacity and reduce the country's reliance on imported cement.
  2. Nigerian Stock Market Rises by 0.45%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced that the market rose by 0.45% on Monday, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors.
  3. 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 the country's reliance on imported food.

Politics

  1. Buhari to Meet with APC Governors: President Muhammadu Buhari is set to meet with governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to discuss the party's plans for the 2023 general elections.
  2. PDP to Hold National Convention in October: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans to hold its national convention in October, where a new national chairman will be elected.
  3. FG to Review Security Architecture: The Federal Government has announced plans to review the country's security architecture in response to the growing security challenges facing the country.

Sports

  1. Super Eagles to Face Algeria in Friendly Match: The Super Eagles are set to face Algeria in a friendly match on Tuesday, ahead of the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.
  2. Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Match: Rangers International FC has won its match against Nasarawa United FC in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).
  3. FG to Support Nigerian Athletes to 2024 Olympics: The Federal Government has announced plans to support Nigerian athletes to the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France.

These are the top news stories from Vanguard News today, Tuesday.