Read latest breaking news in nigeria today
Here are the latest breaking news in Nigeria today:
Top Stories
- Nigeria Records 1,368 New COVID-19 Cases, 15 Deaths: The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced that the country has recorded 1,368 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 164,852. (Source: Vanguard)
- Buhari Approves N13.08trn 2022 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2022 budget into law, approving a total expenditure of N13.08 trillion. (Source: Premium Times)
- Police Arrest 15 Suspects Over Killing of Kogi Monarch: The Kogi State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the killing of the traditional ruler of Okene, Oba David Ichaba. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 17.71%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 17.71% in November 2021, up from 16.63% in October. (Source: ThisDay)
- FG to Launch National Digital Identity Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity policy aimed at creating a unique digital identity for every Nigerian. (Source: Leadership)
Other News
- Nigerian Army Arrests 15 Bandits in Zamfara: The Nigerian Army has arrested 15 bandits in Zamfara State, following a military operation in the state. (Source: The Nation)
- FG to Establish National Centre for Artificial Intelligence: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a national centre for artificial intelligence to drive innovation and economic growth in the country. (Source: Punch)
- Nigeria's External Reserves Rise to $35.85bn: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that the country's external reserves have risen to $35.85 billion, up from $34.93 billion in November. (Source: BusinessDay)
- Kaduna State Government to Establish New University: The Kaduna State Government has announced plans to establish a new university in the state, aimed at increasing access to higher education. (Source: Daily Independent)
- Nigeria's GDP Growth Rate Rises to 3.98%: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's GDP growth rate has risen to 3.98% in the third quarter of 2021, up from 3.54% in the second quarter. (Source: The Guardian)
Please note that these are just some of the latest breaking news in Nigeria today, and the situation is constantly evolving.