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Here are the latest federal news from Nigeria today:

Breaking News

  1. FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system to ensure the security and integrity of citizens' personal data. The system, which is expected to be launched in the next few weeks, will enable citizens to access various government services and benefits using their digital identity. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Buhari Approves N10.8 Trillion 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the 2023 budget proposal of N10.8 trillion, which is 15.4% higher than the 2022 budget. The budget is expected to focus on infrastructure development, agriculture, and human capital development. (Source: Premium Times)
  3. Nigeria to Host 2023 African Economic Conference: Nigeria has been selected to host the 2023 African Economic Conference, which will bring together experts and policymakers from across the continent to discuss economic development and growth. The conference is expected to take place in November 2023. (Source: This Day)

Politics

  1. APC Crisis Deepens as Governors Back Tinubu: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened as some governors have thrown their weight behind Bola Tinubu, the party's national leader, in the ongoing leadership crisis. The governors, who are loyal to Tinubu, have accused the party's national chairman, Abdullahi Adamu, of being biased. (Source: The Nation)
  2. PDP Crisis: Wike, Others Meet with Atiku: The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a new turn as Governor Nyesom Wike and some other governors have met with the party's presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to discuss the crisis. The meeting is seen as a move to resolve the crisis and ensure the party's unity ahead of the 2023 elections. (Source: Punch)

Economy

  1. Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 20.3%: Nigeria's inflation rate has risen to 20.3% in October 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The rise in inflation is attributed to the increase in food prices and other economic factors. (Source: BusinessDay)
  2. FG to Implement New Tax Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to implement a new tax policy aimed at increasing revenue and reducing tax evasion. The policy, which is expected to take effect in 2023, will introduce new tax rates and brackets for individuals and companies. (Source: Leadership)

Security

  1. Bandits Attack Zamfara Village, Kill 10: Bandits have attacked a village in Zamfara State, killing 10 people and injuring several others. The attack is the latest in a series of attacks in the state, which has been plagued by banditry and kidnapping. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Police Arrest 15 Suspects over Kidnapping: The police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with a kidnapping incident in Ogun State. The suspects, who are alleged to be members of a kidnapping gang, were arrested during a sting operation. (Source: The Guardian)

These are some of the latest federal news from Nigeria today.