AGP Executive Report

Non-oil exports push: Zenith Bank rallied policymakers and exporters at its 10th trade seminar, citing non-oil exports hitting $6.1bn in 2025 and urging value-chain growth. Engineering & skills: The Nigerian Society of Engineers honoured Nasarawa Gov. Abdullahi Sule after inspecting flyovers, a lithium plant, and engineering education projects. Tax compliance drive: Lawyers backed the Tax Ombud’s “Pay Now, Prosper Later” push, stressing trust and faster complaint resolution to boost revenue for services. Tax treaties: Nigeria’s Finance Minister signed a double taxation agreement with Hong Kong to cut double charges and improve cross-border investment predictability. Gas flaring & jobs: Tinubu urged NLNG to convert flared gas into domestic economic benefits, as Train 7 nears completion. Fuel market pressure: Dangote Refinery warned imported petrol (about 43% of July supply) is disrupting domestic planning and may force more exports. Social protection: FG launched $1bn HOPE-SP to move households from palliatives to self-reliance, with HOPE-SP plus related emergency and poverty-response initiatives. Electricity for health: FG targets reliable power for 30% of health facilities by 2027, citing PHCs still lacking electricity. Security planning: FG set up a presidential committee to deliver a national threat assessment and a five-year defence operations plan within 90 days. Human rights in lawmaking: NHRC urged lawmakers to make Human Rights Impact Assessment mandatory in legislation.

Renewables & Power: Nigeria is shifting from “install and forget” solar to keeping it running, as the Federal Government launched the Renewable Asset Management Company (RAMCO) to manage and collect revenue from renewable assets—amid warnings that 60–70% of health facilities face power outages. Electric Mobility: The Renewed Hope Mass Transit Programme unveiled 100 electric buses for civil servants in Abuja, with phased rollout and a special vehicle set up for sustainability. Oil & Community Trust: The Ogoni Dialogue Committee denied corruption allegations tied to Ogoniland oil exploration resumption, saying claims are false and misleading. Social Protection: FG launched the $1bn HOPE social protection programme to move vulnerable Nigerians from temporary relief to self-reliance, alongside other poverty-response initiatives. Fuel Subsidy Politics: NANS rejected Atiku’s plan to restore fuel subsidy, while the Presidency said his subsidy position is confused and costly—keeping the petrol pricing debate hot ahead of 2027. Security & Environment Link: Civil society groups petitioned the NHRC over alleged secret detention and mystery bodies in Imo, raising serious human rights concerns with potential environmental and community impacts.

Global Food Security: The US warned that Iran’s attacks in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting oil and fertilizer shipments, pushing up fuel and threatening food production—Nigeria is among the countries flagged for mounting pressure. Fuel Subsidy Debate: Petroleum marketers IPMAN and PETROAN rejected Atiku’s call to restore fuel subsidy, arguing Nigeria should focus on reviving refineries, pipelines and depots instead. Policy & Poverty: ILO and the FG are rallying stakeholders to reset Nigeria’s youth jobs strategy with an evidence-based plan to cut unemployment and underemployment. Land & Climate Resilience: Nigeria backed a legally binding framework for proactive drought management and more funding for adaptation at COP17, stressing early warning systems and land restoration. Trade & Environment-linked Growth: Zenith Bank’s non-oil export seminar pushed value addition over raw exports, while MANEG warned logistics costs and port delays are squeezing manufacturing exports. Urban Climate Innovation: Applications are open for the AI x City Climate Action Hackathon, targeting transport, informal settlements and misinformation. Roads: FG plans to review concessioned roads after motorists suffered on the Benin–Asaba corridor.

Fuel Subsidy Debate: IMPI warns Atiku’s proposed fuel subsidy restoration could scare away foreign investors and weaken Nigeria’s fiscal stability, arguing it may clash with the Petroleum Industry Act and invite politically driven pricing. Oil & Gas Investment: NNPC, Shell and partners move toward final investment decision on the $21bn Bonga South-West Aparo deepwater project, with addenda signed to unlock major inflows. Climate-Agriculture Impacts: Farmers in Imo recount how relentless rains and flooding destroyed cassava, with reporting linking worsening weather to climate change and farm losses. Land Restoration at COP17: Nigeria seeks early warning systems and more funding as COP17 pushes land restoration and rangelands into the spotlight. Niger Delta Transition: NDDC urges investment beyond oil, spotlighting agriculture and better data control for resource control and environmental remediation. Environmental Governance: Benue governor Alia links illegal mining to environmental damage and insecurity, calling for community action to protect ancestral lands. Security Tech: Tantita showcases drones, AI surveillance and satellite intelligence at the NBA conference, tying protection of critical infrastructure to safer enterprise in the Niger Delta. Health Infrastructure: NICRAT says a N302.3bn National Cancer Institute will cut medical tourism and boost local cancer research and treatment.

Border Security & Research: Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo urged stronger partnerships among universities, security agencies, regional bodies and development partners to improve border security and migration management, stressing border communities as active partners. Flood & Climate Risk: A Panterra report says Nigeria lost $1.73bn to flooding between 2024 and H1 2026, with poor urban planning, drainage gaps, deforestation and environmental degradation blamed. Deepwater Investment: NNPC and OML 118 contractors signed addenda for the Bonga South-West Aparo project, targeting $15bn–$21bn investment and pushing Nigeria toward Final Investment Decision. Environmental Enforcement: NESREA sought tighter collaboration with NSCDC to strengthen environmental monitoring and enforcement. Women’s Health & Power: FG said investing in women’s health is foundational for Nigeria’s $1tn economy ambition. Youth Jobs: ILO and FG called for an actionable youth employment plan that plugs skills gaps and supports decent work. Digital Sovereignty: NITDA inaugurated the National Sovereign Cloud Initiative Implementation Taskforce to drive secure, resilient cloud infrastructure. Women in Law Academia: Research flagged low representation of women in leadership roles in Nigerian law faculties. Lagos Setback Crackdown: LASISMA issued a 7-day ultimatum to illegal occupants encroaching on public institution setbacks.

Roads & Flooding: Critics say federal highway neglect is worsening, pointing to flooding-prone stretches like Lagos-Calabar and Benin-Sapele-Warri, with claims of poor planning and weak maintenance. Solar & Land Restoration: Nigeria backs proactive drought management and early-warning systems at COP17, pushing for stronger finance and accountability to fight land degradation and desertification. Digital Sovereignty: NITDA sets up a taskforce to drive Nigeria’s sovereign cloud initiative, aiming to secure critical data and help banks migrate to compliant cloud systems. Green Finance: AFC Capital Partners launches a $150m climate-resilient infrastructure fund in Nigeria after SEC approval, targeting transport and renewable energy investments. Energy/Environment Link: MTN Foundation and UN Women partner to empower 200+ rural women entrepreneurs in Kano and Cross River via agriculture, digital tools, and climate-friendly biogas processing. Transport Safety: NRC releases preliminary findings on the Warri-Itakpe derailment, with wheel defect and sudden brake application flagged as likely causes while NSIB final report is awaited. Waste & Youth Innovation: MTN and WWF open the 2026 PachiPanda Challenge for Nigerian youth to fund solutions to waste and sustainability challenges.

Flooding in Eket: Heavy rains have left residents in Akwa Ibom’s Eket Local Government Area counting losses after floodwater submerged homes, destroyed property and forced families to seek alternative accommodation. Clean Cooking Push: Nigeria’s National Grassroots LPG Penetration Programme (NGLPP) has rolled out 27,000 filled LPG cylinders in Uyo, with plans to expand to all states and the FCT to cut household air pollution. Energy Democracy Call: Civil society groups in Port Harcourt are urging communities in the Niger Delta to take part in decisions on Nigeria’s energy transition, demanding accountability and fair access. Cement Price Shock: Home builders and housing advocates are demanding answers as cement prices jump sharply, with experts citing a fair factory-gate range far below what consumers pay. Recycling Momentum: Cycling Africa is set to host a webinar on unlocking Nigeria’s recycling potential, bringing together experts and waste management practitioners. Ocean Youth Leadership: Eko EnviroTalk has graduated the second YLSEP cohort, training young “Ocean Heroes” on protecting the blue economy and tackling plastic waste. Electricity for Exports: Nigeria’s grid operator says the electricity sector is being reshaped to support both domestic demand and regional power exports. Air Safety Funding Worry: Ghana’s meteorology agency warns of a funding crisis over aviation authority arrears, threatening upgrades to weather services crucial for flight safety.

Oil & Gas Accountability: HEDA has urged NUPRC to publicly disclose how TotalEnergies’ environmental and decommissioning liabilities will be handled before approving its proposed stake sale, warning that cleanup responsibility shouldn’t be shifted to a weaker party. Sanitation & Water Safety: Lagos proposes new wastewater and faecal sludge rates to improve regulation and service delivery as wastewater generation rises. Climate & Waste Solutions: Experts call for a shift to a circular economy to cut waste and tackle climate change, citing Nigeria’s huge solid-waste output and the job potential in recycling. Medicinal Forest Protection: Kebbi directs its environment ministry to set up a forest reserve for cultivating and preserving medicinal plants, aiming to protect indigenous traditional medicine. Community Water Pollution Claim: A Gombe lecturer alleges persecution after raising concerns about reverse osmosis reject water discharged near a community water source, saying regulators and rights bodies were involved. Fuel Distribution Push: Dangote Refinery expands free fuel delivery to Kano, Imo, Anambra and Nasarawa, aiming to reduce distribution costs and ease pump-price pressure. Security With Environmental Angle: Joint forces in Anambra killed six suspected armed group members in Amiyi, while one operative died after an explosive device detonated. Digital Independence: NITDA’s National Sovereign Cloud Initiative moves Nigeria toward greater control of the infrastructure behind its digital economy. Sports & Youth Pathways: Lagos and federal officials inspect venues for EKO 2026, a grassroots-to-elite talent pipeline for young athletes.

Climate Finance & Water Restoration: A new study argues that restoring the dried-up Aral Sea could cut major greenhouse gas emissions while opening doors to carbon-credit funding. Urban Flooding in Abuja: Heavy rains reportedly submerged parts of Abuja, with areas like Asokoro and Maitama hit by severe flooding and property damage, raising alarms about drainage and planning. Pollution & Waste Risks: Dryland dumpsites are flagged as overlooked hotspots for microplastic pollution, adding to Nigeria’s growing plastic waste burden. Infrastructure Theft & Environmental Damage: “Iron condemned” scavengers are increasingly breaking road drainage and other public structures to steal metal, weakening safety and damaging urban systems. Energy Transition & Gas: PENGASSAN urges Nigeria to sustain oil-and-gas reforms and push integrated gas development, including reducing flaring and methane emissions. Electricity Reform Investment: Ondo State invites investors to tap opportunities from its electricity sector reforms and decentralisation push. Public Health & Drugs: NDLEA arrests in Abia allege illicit drug supply to secondary school students, spotlighting child vulnerability in communities. Sustainability in Finance: FirstBank says it screened over N10tn in transactions for ESG risks in 2025, showing sustainability is moving deeper into lending decisions.

Flood Risk in Abuja: Abuja’s elite districts were hit hard again as heavy rains overwhelmed drainage and green buffers, turning Wuse, Garki, Katampe, Gudu and Durumi into flood zones and trapping motorists—an urgent reminder that land-use decisions and weak water management have real, citywide consequences. Public Health & AMR: Lagos health officials warned residents against self-medicating with antibiotics and antimalarial drugs as antimicrobial resistance grows into a threat to both human and environmental health. Mosquito Control Under Pressure: Experts say insecticide resistance and climate change are eroding gains in mosquito-borne disease control, making malaria prevention harder across Africa. Food Security & Humanitarian Aid: The UN called for more support and stronger protection for humanitarian workers as food insecurity and malnutrition worsen, with Nigeria’s Northeast still reaching hundreds of thousands despite shrinking funding. One Health Warning: Nigeria’s One Health message is getting louder—AMR, disease outbreaks and environmental health are being linked more directly in public messaging. Building Safety: Nigeria’s building body warned against quacks, calling for stronger enforcement of the National Building Code to curb building collapse risks. Energy & Clean Power: Renewable energy leaders say the sector is expanding fast and states can drive cleaner power access through devolution under the Electricity Act. Takaful Push: NAICOM reaffirmed plans to grow takaful to widen insurance penetration and support sustainable development. Market Fire in Calabar: A fire gutted parts of SPAR Mall in Calabar, destroying shops and goods and renewing concerns about recurring commercial building fires. Humanitarian Ethics: Nigeria marked World Humanitarian Day with calls to end impunity for attacks on aid workers and strengthen ethical, inclusive response. Nutrition-25 Rollout: Niger State began sensitising local leaders on Nutrition-25 to improve household access to safe, nutritious food. Ogoni Jobs Demand: Ogoni youths asked NNPCL for 500 jobs ahead of oil exploration resumption, highlighting how energy decisions can deepen local tensions. Aviation Safety Watch: Nigeria’s aviation safety regulators flagged fresh gaps after runway overrun incidents, urging tighter standards. Digital & Environment Link: Nigeria’s push for sovereign cloud and data centres is growing, but power and water constraints remain a key sustainability concern for new infrastructure.

Steel Revival Deal: The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Steel Development, signed an agreement with Premium Steel and Mines Limited (PSML) to revive and fully operationalise the moribund Delta Steel Company in Ovwian-Aladja, Delta State, aiming to restore integrated green steel production and create jobs. Cleaner Cooking Push: FG plans to expand its National Grassroots LPG Penetration Programme to reach over 10 million households by 2060, with one million homes targeted yearly and free refills plus digital cylinder tracking to drive adoption. Early Warning for Climate Disasters: NiMet hosted an inter-agency meeting ahead of the EW4All Nigeria launch, strengthening multi-hazard early warning systems for disaster preparedness and climate resilience. Microplastics & Water Pollution Risk: A report flags dryland dumpsites as overlooked hotspots of microplastic pollution, raising new concerns for Nigeria’s waste and water safety. Health & Climate Link: Experts warn climate change is worsening Nigeria’s hypertension and diabetes burden as heat, air pollution, floods and power cuts disrupt diets, exercise and insulin storage. Energy Transition Accountability: CSOs in Port Harcourt demand transparency and community ownership in Nigeria’s energy transition, arguing Niger Delta communities must control outcomes beyond fossil-fuel dependence. Wastewater-to-Energy Idea: Nigeria is considering converting cassava wastewater into biogas to cut pollution around processing sites while turning waste into renewable energy. Abducted Pupils Rescue: In Borno, Governor Zulum says federal and state efforts are intensifying to secure the release of 44 abducted schoolchildren, with security agencies prioritised by the President.

Mining & Safety: African mining ministers, led by AMS G chair Dele Alake, condemned the reported deaths of over 100 artisanal miners after a gold site collapse in Zamboye, urging action against illegal and unregulated mining that also damages the environment. Aviation Safety: Nigeria’s NSIB issued four fresh safety recommendations after an Enugu Air runway overrun at Benin Airport, flagging runway-end conditions, control tower line of sight and gaps in meteorological information. Oil & Gas / Industry: PENGASSAN urged Tinubu to forward oil and gas Executive Orders to the National Assembly as an Executive Bill to amend the Petroleum Industry Act, warning that abrupt regulatory shifts could scare off investment. Energy & Transport Safety: Dangote Transport launched a real-time Driver Monitoring Control Room to curb risky driving and reduce road accidents. Water & Education Resilience: Save the Children renovated classrooms and water projects in Adamawa’s Yola South, improving learning conditions for displaced and vulnerable children. Climate & Food Systems: Rwanda hosts the 20th Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali, focusing on investing in agri-food systems to build resilience against climate shocks. Local Livelihoods: SFH says skills acquisition can boost health by strengthening livelihoods, resilience and access to care.

Oil & Skills: Petroleum Minister Lokpobiri says Nigeria is ready to build a world-class oil and gas workforce, citing investor confidence and a growing pipeline of projects, while pushing stronger local-content training. Fertiliser for Farmers: Cross River begins distributing 20,000 bags of free fertiliser to 8,000 farmers under the Farm Input Support Programme to cut input costs and boost food output. Low-Carbon Transport: Traxport hires Climate Focus to strengthen its Lagos–Kano rail carbon programme for Verra VCS alignment, aiming to cut emissions and ease port and highway pressure. Sanitation Gap in Health Care: WHO/UNICEF report shows Nigeria’s health facilities meet basic sanitation at only 29%, with menstrual hygiene and accessibility gaps driving shortfalls. Power for Lagos: Sanwo-Olu renews the push for 24-hour electricity, targeting about 3,500MW through better coordination, metering and enforcement. Ports Reform: NPERA starts operations as Nigeria’s new ports economic regulator, aiming for more predictable, efficient and transparent port services. Waterway Cleanup: NIWA and Parts Central tackle indiscriminate dumping on inland waterways with waste-removal and recycling plans to protect aquatic life and support fisheries. Biotech Policy: FEC approves a revised National Biotechnology Policy 2026 to expand climate-smart agriculture, health and environmental sustainability research and commercialization. Plastics Circularity: Indorama and partners move PET bottle-to-preform recycling to commercial scale in Thailand, supporting a circular economy. Security & Education Risk: DSS warns of planned attacks on tertiary institutions in Sokoto, raising fears of abductions and disruption of learning. Child Marriage Still High: UNICEF/UNFPA-backed reporting finds about 1 in 3 Nigerian girls still marry before 18, with poverty and insecurity driving the trend.

Niger Delta Cleanup Accountability: Ogoni peoples and civil society pushed for a credible, accountable Niger Delta environmental cleanup, spotlighting long-stalled remediation and raising concerns around recent upstream oil-field award decisions. Maritime Safety: Tragedy in Sokoto as an overloaded canoe capsized, with officials reporting dozens of deaths and rescue teams still searching for missing passengers. Geoparks & Tourism: Nigeria launched a national geopark movement, unveiling the Greater Zuma Geopark Initiative in Niger State to boost geoheritage, tourism and UNESCO-aligned engagement. Climate & Carbon Projects: Traxport is designing a Lagos–Kano low-carbon freight corridor with carbon standards support, aiming to cut emissions and attract climate finance. Agroforestry Jobs: NALDA plans to engage 2,500 more youths for tree planting under its Green Hope and Youth Agroforestry campaign, targeting one million cash crops. Malaria & Mosquito Control: #EndMalariaInNigeria marked World Mosquito Day by accusing government of relying too much on foreign funding and calling for stronger domestic action on malaria prevention. Energy Grid Upgrade: Lagos received major power transmission upgrades adding 272MW, as FG and sector players move to ease bottlenecks and improve supply. Oil & Gas Stability: PENGASSAN and Chevron Nigeria urged predictable regulation and policy stability to protect investment and support sustainable growth in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

Climate Finance & Agriculture: AFRACA and NIRSAL ran a Lagos masterclass on inclusive finance for climate resilience and AI-driven agricultural lending, spotlighting how banks can better fund farmers amid flooding and stressed food systems. AgriTech for Farmers: FCMB says it will roll out AI-powered advisory for smallholders in Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo, alongside climate-resilient financing and insurance to cut climate risk. Clean Energy Jobs: REAN partners GreenPath Africa for the Climate Careers Festival 2026, linking youths to solar and decentralised energy career pathways. Maritime Security & Environment: SEEPCO inducted Nigeria-built Security Support Vessel “Kali 3” for the Navy, aimed at protecting Nigeria’s maritime environment and energy assets. Flood & Waterways: Wike ordered bans/demolitions tied to Abuja’s green areas and flood-prone waterways, pushing back against land conversion and unsafe drainage practices. Waste & Water Pollution: NIWA ordered waterfront owners and tank farms to stop dumping waste into waterways, targeting pollution at source. Food Security Pressure: NESG projects inflation staying high in H2 2026 (15.5% average), citing insecurity in farming areas, climate disruptions and transport costs. Education & Skills for Sustainability: NUC begins a national STEM transformation strategy to drive innovation and sustainable development.

Housing & Industry: FG plans Building Materials Manufacturing Hubs across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to cut construction costs and boost local supply chains. Flood & Erosion Watch: Anambra will produce 20 documentaries on erosion and environmental degradation, citing 800 active erosion sites affecting 179 communities, while Abuja continues to face flooding pressure and calls to protect green areas. Water & Waste Safety: Nigeria’s Red Cross trained 75 Jigawa frontline volunteers on early warning messaging for floods, aiming to save lives when hours matter. Oil & Environment: Tantita says its pipeline protection work in the Niger Delta is improving security and enabling safer fishing and farming. Health Taxes: Stakeholders push higher taxes on cigarettes, alcohol and sugary drinks to curb non-communicable diseases and raise funds for healthcare. Workplace Safety: NSITF expands workplace safety training for employers to reduce accidents and improve compliance with safety standards. Digital Security: Nigeria’s digital growth is raising cybersecurity risks, with calls for stronger protection to keep services trustworthy.