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- Buhari's Ministerial List: Senate to Screen 43 Nominees Today - The Senate has scheduled a screening session for 43 ministerial nominees sent by President Muhammadu Buhari. The nominees are expected to appear before the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Intergovernmental Affairs.
- Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.01% in Q1 2023 - The National Bureau of Statistics has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 2.01% in the first quarter of 2023, driven by growth in the agriculture and services sectors.
- Police Arrest 15 Suspects over Killing of APC Chieftain in Ogun - The Ogun State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the killing of a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state.
- 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.
- Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises to 17.71% in May - The National Bureau of Statistics has announced that Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 17.71% in May, driven by increases in prices of food and non-food items.
Politics
- APC Crisis: Buhari Meets with Party Leaders - President Muhammadu Buhari has met with leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to discuss the crisis rocking the party.
- PDP Crisis: Wike's Faction Wins Court Ruling - A court ruling has given a boost to the faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, led by Governor Nyesom Wike, in the ongoing crisis in the party.
- Nigeria's 2023 Elections: INEC to Conduct Fresh Polls in 2 LGAs - The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced plans to conduct fresh elections in two local government areas in the country.
Sports
- Super Eagles to Face Guinea in Friendly Match - The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face Guinea in a friendly match as part of their preparations for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
- Rangers International FC Wins 2022 Aiteo Cup - Rangers International FC has won the 2022 Aiteo Cup, defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final.
Business
- Nigeria's Stock Market Rises by 0.45% - The Nigerian Stock Exchange, NSE, has announced that the stock market rose by 0.45% on Monday, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors.
- FG to Launch National Cash Transfer Programme - The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national cash transfer programme aimed at reducing poverty and improving the lives of vulnerable Nigerians.
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