Nigeria breaking news today 2019
Here are some of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria for today, 2019:
Politics
- Buhari Signs Executive Order to Boost Local Content: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed an executive order to promote local content in public procurement. The order aims to increase the participation of Nigerian businesses in government contracts and projects.
- APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Meet with Buhari: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with some governors meeting with President Buhari to discuss the party's leadership crisis.
Economy
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 11.37%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 11.37% in June 2019, up from 11.23% in May.
- FG to Review Fuel Subsidy Regime: The Federal Government has announced plans to review the fuel subsidy regime in Nigeria, with a view to reducing the burden on the government and increasing the price of fuel.
Security
- Bandits Kill 10 in Fresh Attack on Zamfara Village: Bandits have killed 10 people in a fresh attack on a village in Zamfara State, Nigeria.
- Police Arrest 15 Suspects over Kidnapping of Katsina Schoolgirls: The police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with the kidnapping of schoolgirls in Katsina State, Nigeria.
Sports
- Super Eagles Qualify for 2019 AFCON: The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating the Seychelles 3-0 in a qualifying match.
- D'Tigress Qualify for 2020 Olympics: The D'Tigress, Nigeria's women's basketball team, have qualified for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.
Other News
- Nigeria's Population Reaches 202 Million: The National Population Commission (NPC) has announced that Nigeria's population has reached 202 million, making it the seventh most populous country in the world.
- FG to Launch National Health Insurance Scheme: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national health insurance scheme to provide healthcare coverage for all Nigerians.
These are just a few of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria for today, 2019.