Nigeria breaking news tonight
Here are some of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria for tonight:
1. Boko Haram Attacks Borno Village, Kills 10: Boko Haram insurgents have attacked a village in Borno State, killing at least 10 people and injuring several others. The attack occurred in the early hours of the morning in the village of Kala Balge, located in the heart of the Sambisa Forest. (Source: Premium Times)
2. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 12.4%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 12.4% in June, up from 12.1% in May. This is the highest inflation rate recorded in the country since 2017. (Source: Vanguard)
3. EFCC Arrests 12 Suspects Over Alleged N1.4bn Fraud: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 12 suspects in connection with an alleged N1.4 billion fraud. The suspects, who are alleged to be members of a syndicate, were arrested in Lagos and Abuja. (Source: This Day)
4. Nigeria's Power Generation Hits 3,543MW: The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that the country's power generation has hit 3,543 megawatts (MW), the highest in over two years. The increase in power generation is attributed to the rehabilitation of power plants and the addition of new generating capacity. (Source: The Nation)
5. FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system, which will enable citizens to access various government services and benefits. The system, which is expected to be launched in the next few weeks, will also help to reduce identity fraud and improve security. (Source: Leadership)
These are some of the top breaking news stories from Nigeria for tonight.