Channelstv news 5 of august news

Here are the top stories from Channels Television News on August 5th:

1. Nigeria Records 1,259 New COVID-19 Cases, 10 Deaths

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported 1,259 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections to 54,851. The agency also confirmed 10 new deaths, taking the total number of fatalities to 1,051.

2. FG Approves N13.5 Billion for Rehabilitation of Abuja-Kaduna Railway

The Federal Government has approved N13.5 billion for the rehabilitation of the Abuja-Kaduna railway line. The project is expected to be completed within 18 months and will increase the capacity of the railway line to carry more passengers.

3. Police Arrest 15 Suspects Over Kidnapping of Katsina Schoolgirls

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the kidnapping of 344 schoolgirls from Government Science Secondary School, Kankara. The suspects are being interrogated by the police.

4. Nigerian Army Launches Operation 'Whirl Stroke' to Combat Insecurity in Benue, Taraba, and Adamawa

The Nigerian Army has launched Operation 'Whirl Stroke' to combat insecurity in Benue, Taraba, and Adamawa states. The operation is aimed at flushing out bandits and other criminal elements from the affected areas.

5. FG to Establish National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics

The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics to drive innovation and technological development in the country. The centre will be located in Abuja and will focus on developing AI and robotics solutions for various sectors.

6. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 12.8% in July

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 12.8% in July, up from 12.4% in June. The increase in inflation is attributed to rising food prices and other economic factors.

These are the top stories from Channels Television News on August 5th.