AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoNigeria Ports Upgrade: Nigeria approved the modernisation of Onne, Rivers, Delta and Calabar ports to decongest Lagos and create more efficient trade gateways. Export Push: Nigeria plans a national QR-based Halal certification framework so buyers can scan and trace products back to the factory of origin. Energy Demand Signal: Kenya Power reported a Sh1.07bn drop in electricity sales to new customers despite more connections, raising concerns about slower business activity and more off-grid solar take-up. Labour & Wages: Nigeria’s minimum wage debate heats up as Atiku argues N70,000 has lost purchasing power and can buy only about 50 litres of petrol at current prices. Politics & Governance: Nigeria’s opposition ADC demanded explanations over President Tinubu’s prolonged absence abroad, while AAC’s Sowore is set to return to resume his 2027 campaign. Mining Dealmaking: Gold Fields is reported to have approached Australia’s Northern Star about a takeover, underscoring renewed gold M&A momentum. Regional Energy/Industry: Kenya’s Ruto praised Dangote’s refinery and reiterated plans for a regional East African refinery in Lamu. Tech & Sovereignty: Google Cloud highlighted Qatar’s data residency push to support AI and cloud adoption. Edo Pharma PPP: Edo State is in talks with Chinese investors for a PPP drug manufacturing plant to supply medicines regionally.
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