Nigeria breaking news today 17th july 2019

Here are some of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria as of July 17th, 2019:

  1. Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.03% in Q2 2019: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 2.03% in the second quarter of 2019, driven by growth in the agriculture and industry sectors.
  2. Buhari Signs Executive Order to Boost Local Content: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed an executive order aimed at promoting local content in public procurement and encouraging the use of Nigerian goods and services.
  3. Police Arrest Suspects in Connection with Kano Bank Robbery: The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the recent bank robbery in Kano, which left several people dead and others injured.
  4. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 11.37% in June: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 11.37% in June, driven by increases in the prices of food and other essential commodities.
  5. FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system aimed at providing a unique identity for every Nigerian citizen.
  6. Nigeria's Power Generation Reaches 3,944MW: The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that Nigeria's power generation has reached 3,944 megawatts, the highest level in recent years.
  7. Buhari to Meet with Governors on Security Challenges: President Muhammadu Buhari is set to meet with the country's governors to discuss the security challenges facing the country, including the recent attacks by bandits and kidnappers.
  8. Nigeria's External Reserves Rise to $43.2 Billion: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that Nigeria's external reserves have risen to $43.2 billion, a significant increase from the previous month.
  9. FG to Establish National Centre for Artificial Intelligence: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a national centre for artificial intelligence aimed at promoting the development of AI in Nigeria.
  10. Nigeria's GDP Growth Rate to Reach 2.5% in 2020: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that Nigeria's GDP growth rate will reach 2.5% in 2020, driven by growth in the agriculture and industry sectors.

These are some of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria as of July 17th, 2019. Please note that the news stories are subject to change and may not be up-to-date.