Vanguard news today friday
Here are the top news stories from Vanguard News today, Friday:
Top Stories
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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%.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.