Nigeria news headlines today tuesday

Here are some of the top news headlines in Nigeria for Tuesday:

  1. Buhari Signs Executive Order to Boost Local Content in Public Procurement: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed an executive order aimed at promoting local content in public procurement, in a bid to boost the country's economy. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 12.13% in January: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 12.13% in January, up from 11.98% in December. (Source: Punch)
  3. Police Arrest 15 Suspects Over Kidnap of Katsina Schoolgirls: The police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with the kidnap of over 300 schoolgirls in Katsina State. (Source: Daily Trust)
  4. FG to Establish National Centre for Artificial Intelligence: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a National Centre for Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) to drive innovation and economic growth in the country. (Source: ThisDay)
  5. Nigeria's External Reserves Fall to $43.2 Billion: The country's external reserves have fallen to $43.2 billion, down from $44.3 billion in January, due to a decline in foreign exchange earnings. (Source: The Nation)
  6. Boko Haram Attacks Military Base in Borno, Kills Several Soldiers: Boko Haram insurgents have attacked a military base in Borno State, killing several soldiers and destroying military equipment. (Source: Premium Times)
  7. Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.55% in Q4 2020: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 2.55% in the fourth quarter of 2020, driven by growth in the agriculture and services sectors. (Source: BusinessDay)
  8. FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system to improve the efficiency of government services and reduce identity fraud. (Source: Leadership)
  9. Nigeria's Power Generation Reaches 3,944MW: The country's power generation has reached 3,944 megawatts, up from 3,844MW in January, according to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). (Source: The Guardian)
  10. EFCC Arrests 15 Suspects Over Alleged Fraud in Lagos: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 15 suspects in connection with alleged fraud in Lagos State. (Source: Daily Post)

Please note that these are just some of the top news headlines in Nigeria for Tuesday and may not be exhaustive.