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  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 New Electoral Act into Law: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the new Electoral Act into law, which introduces several reforms aimed at improving the conduct of elections in Nigeria.
  3. FG to Launch New Visa Policy for Foreign Investors: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new visa policy for foreign investors, aimed at attracting more foreign investment into the country.

Business

  1. Nigerian Stock Market Rises by 0.5%: The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced that the All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 0.5% on Friday, 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 Nigeria, which is expected to increase the company's production capacity by 30%.
  3. FG to Launch New Agricultural Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new agricultural policy aimed at increasing food production and reducing imports.

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 will be elected.
  2. PDP to Hold National Convention in July: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced that it will hold its national convention in July, where a new national chairman will be elected.
  3. FG to Launch New Anti-Corruption Agency: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new anti-corruption agency aimed at tackling corruption 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.
  2. Rangers International FC Wins NPFL Title: Rangers International FC has won the 2022-2023 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title, after defeating Enyimba FC 2-1 in the final match.
  3. FG to Launch New Sports Policy: The Federal Government has announced plans to launch a new sports policy aimed at promoting sports development in the country.

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