Breaking nigeria news 16 11 2018
Here are some of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria on November 16th, 2018:
- Buhari Signs Executive Order to Boost Local Content: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed an executive order aimed at promoting local content in public procurement. The order is designed to increase the participation of Nigerian businesses in government contracts and projects.
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Drops to 11.26%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has dropped to 11.26% in October 2018, from 11.44% in September. This is the lowest inflation rate in 17 months.
- FG to Launch National Identity Management System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch the National Identity Management System (NIMS), a digital platform designed to capture the biometric data of all Nigerians. The system is expected to improve the efficiency of government services and reduce corruption.
- Nigeria's Economy Grows by 1.81% in Q3 2018: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 1.81% in the third quarter of 2018, driven by growth in the agriculture and industry sectors.
- Police Arrest Suspects in Connection with Offa Bank Robbery: The Nigeria Police Force has arrested several suspects in connection with the Offa bank robbery that occurred in April 2018. The suspects are expected to be charged to court soon.
- Nigeria's Power Generation Reaches 3,544MW: The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that Nigeria's power generation has reached 3,544 megawatts (MW), the highest level in over two years. This is expected to improve power supply across the country.
- FG to Establish National Centre for Disease Control: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to improve the country's response to public health emergencies. The centre is expected to be located in Abuja.
These are some of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria on November 16th, 2018.