Sokoto nigeria news

Here are some recent news updates from Sokoto, Nigeria:

Sokoto News

  1. Sokoto State Government Launches N1.5 Billion Water Project: The Sokoto State Government has launched a N1.5 billion water project aimed at providing potable water to over 500,000 residents of the state. The project, which is expected to be completed within 24 months, will cover 12 local government areas in the state. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Sokoto Records 12 New Cases of COVID-19: The Sokoto State Government has announced that 12 new cases of COVID-19 have been recorded in the state, bringing the total number of cases to 34. The state government has urged residents to adhere to COVID-19 protocols to prevent the spread of the virus. (Source: Vanguard)
  3. Sokoto Farmers Protest Over Insecurity: Farmers in Sokoto State have protested over the increasing cases of banditry and kidnapping in the state, which has affected their farming activities. The farmers are demanding that the government takes immediate action to address the security challenges. (Source: The Nation)
  4. Sokoto State Government Approves N2.5 Billion for Road Construction: The Sokoto State Government has approved N2.5 billion for the construction of roads in the state. The project, which is expected to be completed within 12 months, will cover several roads in the state capital and other local government areas. (Source: Leadership)
  5. Sokoto Emir Urges Residents to Support Government's Development Efforts: The Emir of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III, has urged residents of the state to support the government's development efforts. The Emir made the call during a meeting with traditional rulers in the state. (Source: Daily Independent)

National News

  1. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 12.4%: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 12.4% in June, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. The inflation rate has been rising steadily since January, driven by high food prices and other economic factors. (Source: Punch)
  2. Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.3% in Q2: Nigeria's economy grew by 2.3% in the second quarter of the year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. The growth rate is lower than the 3.1% growth rate recorded in the same period last year. (Source: This Day)
  3. Nigeria's Power Generation Reaches 3,944MW: Nigeria's power generation has reached 3,944 megawatts, according to the Transmission Company of Nigeria. The power generation is the highest in the country's history, and it is expected to improve electricity supply to consumers. (Source: The Guardian)

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