Vanguard news today friday

Here are the top news stories from Vanguard News today, Friday:

Top Stories

  1. Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.3% in Q1 2023: The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria's economy grew by 2.3% in the first quarter of 2023, driven by growth in the agriculture and services sectors.
  2. Buhari Signs Executive Order to Boost Local Content: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed an executive order aimed at promoting local content in the country's economy, with a view to reducing dependence on foreign goods and services.
  3. FG to Launch National Digital Identity System: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a national digital identity system, which will enable citizens to access various government services and benefits using their digital identities.

Business

  1. Nigerian Stock Market Rises by 0.5%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced that the market rose by 0.5% on Thursday, driven by gains in the banking and consumer goods sectors.
  2. Dangote Cement to Invest $1.5bn in New Plant: Dangote Cement has announced plans to invest $1.5 billion in a new cement plant in the country, which is expected to increase the company's production capacity by 30%.
  3. FG to Review Tax Laws to Boost Revenue: The Federal Government has announced plans to review the country's tax laws to boost revenue and reduce tax evasion.

Politics

  1. APC to Hold National Convention in June: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that it will hold its national convention in June, where a new national chairman and other party officials will be elected.
  2. PDP to Hold National Convention in July: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has also announced that it will hold its national convention in July, where a new national chairman and other party officials will be elected.
  3. FG to Review Security Architecture: The Federal Government has announced plans to review the country's security architecture to address the growing security challenges in the country.

Sports

  1. Super Eagles to Face Egypt in Friendly Match: The Super Eagles have announced that they will face Egypt in a friendly match in June, ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
  2. Rangers International FC Wins League Title: Rangers International FC has won the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) title, after defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final match of the season.
  3. FG to Invest $100m in Sports Development: The Federal Government has announced plans to invest $100 million in sports development in the country, with a view to promoting sports and improving the country's ranking in international competitions.

These are the top news stories from Vanguard News today, Friday.