AGP Executive Report

Security & Justice: Northern Senators back Tinubu’s plan to expand the army with four new divisions after Benue and Kaduna killings, while the FG re-arraigned convicted Ansaru commanders over the kidnapping-linked killings of teachers and students in Oyo. Terror & Military Update: DIA confirmed the killing of a senior officer, Colonel Abdussalam Ude, during an Abuja residence attack, and the NAF held a media familiarisation on counter-terror operations in the North-East. Economy & Finance: CBN says foreign exchange inflows rose 13.8% to a record $109.9bn in 2025, with e-payments hitting N3.46 quadrillion and e-fraud losses falling. Jobs & Skills: ITF begins screening 100,000 artisans for its SUPA programme, and stakeholders push housing regulation after the sector’s N77trn contribution in 2025. Politics & Rights: PFN rejects a bill to ban preaching and hawking in commercial buses, warning it targets Christians; police say they can’t produce a PFIPC DG without a court warrant. Health: Experts call for more funding and decentralised hepatitis screening to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030. Sports: Malawi stunned Nigeria 3-2 at WAFCON, while Team Nigeria added medals at the Commonwealth Games, including a world-record gold by Nwachukwu. Digital & Regulation: SEC starts full e-registration for capital market operators, and TikTok says it removed 4.8m violative videos in Nigeria in Q1 2026.

WAFCON Shock: Asisat Oshoala apologises after Malawi stunned Nigeria 3-2 in the Super Falcons opener, calling it a “wake-up call” as Nigeria chase a World Cup ticket against Zambia. Security Update: Troops rescued an abducted soldier and a civilian in Zamfara during fighting patrols, while the DIA confirmed the killing of senior military intelligence officer Col. Abdussalam Ude in an Abuja attack. PFIPC Probe: The IGP says PFIPC’s self-acclaimed DG Adeyemi couldn’t be produced before Reps because he’s in custody, as the House also declares his appointment letter fake. Local Governance: Benue Gov. Alia inaugurates an Economic and Policy Advisory Team; in Kogi, two indigenes ask court to stop Ododo from sacking 21 LGA chairmen. Economy & Policy: CBN warns macro stability won’t solve Africa’s growth challenge; Nigeria’s pension industry flags N99bn uncredited contributions. US Visa Move: The US will stop routine visa processing at Abuja and 24 African missions from Aug 1. Sports & Business: Zenith Bank touts strong performance; Jumia sets Q2 results for Aug 12.

WAFCON Shock: Malawi’s debutants stunned Nigeria’s Super Falcons 3-2 in Rabat, with Temwa Chawinga scoring twice and Rasheedat Ajibade replying for Nigeria late, leaving the Falcons needing wins in remaining Group C matches. Security in Focus: President Tinubu ordered intensified operations in Kaduna after the Naridon Village attack in Kauru LGA reportedly killed about 30 people and left homes burned, with abducted victims to be rescued. Economy & Credit: CBN data shows government credit slipped 0.9% to about N40tn in June while private-sector lending rose 2.7%, hinting banks are gradually rebalancing toward businesses. Industrial Cost Push: NSDC urged cheaper electricity, single-digit industrial loans and faster ports to cut Nigeria’s production costs, warning the country risks losing AfCFTA opportunities. Education Moves: FG says it invested over N1trn in tertiary education in two years; Lagos also begins distributing UBEC learning materials to public primary schools. Road & City Updates: Lagos warned of two-week Kara Bridge repairs with lane reduction on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Sports & Commonwealth Games: Team Nigeria’s athletics medal hopes took a hit as Kanyisola Ajayi settled for bronze in the men’s 100m, while Nigeria continues chasing more medals in Glasgow.

Politics & Courts: The Court of Appeal nullified a Federal High Court order that would have deregistered ADC and four other parties, restoring their status for 2027 politics. Legal Battles: A Federal High Court dismissed a suit challenging Abubakar Malami’s emergence as ADC governorship candidate for Kebbi, clearing the way for his candidacy. Election Litigation: Another FHC adjourned till Nov 2 a case challenging Donald Duke’s PRP presidential candidacy. Security: President Tinubu condemned the Naridon Village attack in Kaduna that killed about 30 people and ordered intensified operations to track perpetrators and free abducted victims. Opposition Pressure: CHRICED alleged fiscal recklessness and attacks on opposition, calling for investigations into the Mary Habila death and PFIPC-related claims. Insecurity Politics: ADC and other voices renewed calls for a stronger, coordinated security strategy as attacks spread across states. Business & Economy: Cash outside banks fell to ₦4.92tn in June, supporting CBN’s push to reduce cash dependency. Industry Revival: FG says talks with investors aim to revive moribund textile factories and Ajaokuta Steel. Sports: Nigeria’s weightlifters added three golds at the Commonwealth Games, lifting Team Nigeria’s medal haul. Public Safety: Ogun ordered a technical probe into an Ajuwon building collapse after a thunderstorm.

Security Funding Push: Nigeria Citizens Watch for Good Governance wants the National Assembly to boost military funding, welfare and modern equipment as Tinubu expands the army to 12 divisions and recruits 28,000 more troops. Kaduna Massacre: Condemnation is growing over the overnight killing of at least 30 people in Naridon (Kizakoro), Kauru LGA, with homes razed and families wiped out, as calls intensify for urgent action and stronger protection. Afrophobia Row: Nigeria and South Africa met in Abuja over xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other migrants, with Nigeria citing 98 deaths since 2022 and urging concrete safeguards and accountability. Military Pay Rise: The Defence Ministry says a fresh pay increase for service personnel is coming, alongside support for widows and wives of troops. Health Emergency: Plateau State reports 441 suspected cholera cases and 14 deaths, with response measures expanding across affected LGAs. Judiciary Under Threat: The NBA and African judges group condemn the abduction of a Kebbi judge and demand immediate release. Anti-Drug Crackdown: NDLEA secured a combined 24-year jail term for a fugitive drug kingpin and an ex-international footballer over cocaine importation. Customs Reforms: Customs says reforms need strategic communication, and releases the final list of successful candidates for Assistant Superintendent recruitment. Housing & Jobs: FG and Rivers sign an MoU to advance the Renewed Hope Cultural Project, while a national homeownership campaign is launched at AIHS. Sports: Super Falcons begin WAFCON title defence against Malawi, while Team Nigeria continues Commonwealth Games medal chase.

Violence Update: Gunmen attacked Naridon community in Kaduna’s Kaura LGA, killing at least 30 people including children and setting homes and shops ablaze, with motives unclear as police have yet to comment. Security Operations: In Zamfara, troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA launched air and ground strikes targeting four suspected terrorist kingpins, disrupting fighters’ movement and triggering gun battles. Kidnapping Alert: Kebbi police began a coordinated search to rescue a kidnapped High Court judge, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, abducted after returning home. Politics & Court: A Federal High Court in Abuja approved a suit seeking maximum security for Peter Obi ahead of 2027, while the House of Reps ordered the IGP to produce PFIPC probe suspect Adeniyi Adeyemi. Economy & Markets: Nigeria’s FX market hit a record $4.4bn weekly turnover, with analysts pointing to large transactions and speculation around policy shifts. Sports: Team Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games medal push continued as Edidiong Umoafia and Onome Didih won weightlifting golds, and NSC increased bonuses for athletes. Immigration: The US Mission reminded Nigerians that visa expiry doesn’t determine stay length; CBP sets the “Admit Until Date.”

Politics: Peter Obi (NDC) renewed calls for President Bola Tinubu to resign, saying Tinubu is “leading Nigeria nowhere” and lacks capacity to fix insecurity and poverty, while also urging youths to demand a free, fair and credible 2027 election. Governance: Enugu State under Governor Peter Mbah topped the 2026 Phillips Consulting State Performance Momentum Index, with officials citing fiscal discipline and reform implementation. Security: The Defence Headquarters said troops intensified nationwide operations against terrorism, kidnapping, banditry and oil theft, adding that some ISWAP fighters surrendered. Economy/Policy: CBN data showed banks’ average maximum lending rate fell to 33.16% in June, though borrowing costs remain high. Energy/Industry: UNIDO named Ogun a core state for a circular economy and green transition project, while Oando met the Power Ministry on gas-to-power plans. Sports: Nigeria’s Flying Eagles begin WAFU B U-20 title defence against Ghana in a Group B opener in Côte d’Ivoire. Crime/Drugs: NDLEA intercepted over ₦10bn worth of cocaine, “Loud” and opioids at Lagos ports, arresting suspected kingpins. Health: Tinubu said nursing admissions will rise to 50,000 to tackle healthcare worker shortages, and the First Lady urged diaspora support for Nigeria’s health system.

Security Vetting Debate: A retired DSS director, Dennis Amachree, says Isa Pantami’s ministerial appointment exposed flaws in Nigeria’s security screening, pointing to resurfaced extremist-linked sermons and questioning how such records passed vetting. Drug War in Lagos: NDLEA intercepted cocaine, Loud and opioids worth over ₦10bn at Lagos ports and arrested suspected kingpins, including a Balogun Market clothing trader over a UK-bound cocaine shipment. Military Operations: DHQ says troops sustained nationwide offensives against terrorism, kidnapping, banditry and oil theft, reporting neutralisations, arrests, rescues and recovery of arms and logistics. Legislative Appointment: Tinubu named Dr Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as Special Adviser on National Assembly Matters (House of Reps), citing his policy and research background. Education for Growth: Education Minister Maruf Alausa says schooling and skills are central to Tinubu’s $1tn economy plan, while TETFund pushes research to cut Nigeria’s housing deficit and reduce reliance on imported building materials. Food and Prices: OTACCWA warns Nigeria could lose 30–40m tonnes of food yearly due to poor storage, and may face rice and tomato scarcity in months. Workers’ Hardship: AUPCTRE says the ₦70,000 minimum wage has been eroded by inflation. Diaspora Health: FG says nearly 10,000 Nigerians benefited from the 2026 diaspora health initiative. Weather: NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and rain across parts of the country into Tuesday.

Police Accountability: Nigeria Police began disciplinary action after a viral Lagos-Benin Expressway stop-and-search video showed officers allegedly demanding bribes and making derogatory ethnic remarks; the officers are in custody pending an orderly room trial. Public Safety Clarification: The force also denied a viral claim that IGP Olatunji Disu ordered “shoot-on-sight,” saying firearms use is only lawful under Force Order 237 and not for simply finding illegal guns. Health Crisis: NCDC reports Lassa fever has hit 936 confirmed cases with 224 deaths across 23 states and 113 LGAs, with Ondo and Bauchi carrying the heaviest burden. Tax Reform: FG inaugurated an inter-ministerial committee to draft the 2026 VAT Modification Order, aiming to give clearer VAT exemptions/zero-rating schedules for businesses and tax administrators. Governance & Security: Tinubu said insecurity in the North will soon be overcome, while the military in Zamfara blamed rainfall and difficult terrain for slowing counter-terror operations. Sports: Super Falcons begin WAFCON title defence in Morocco against Malawi, while Team Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games swimming and boxing hopes took hits as Abduljabar Adama missed the 50m freestyle final and David Akintola crashed out.

Lagos Sanitation & Waste: Lagos urged residents to embrace proper waste disposal and clarified there’s no movement restriction during monthly environmental sanitation, as officials push a “cultural shift” against dumping outside approved PSP sites. Police Accountability: Ondo Police arrested four officers over a viral stop-and-search video with alleged unprofessional, ethnically insensitive remarks, ordering a full investigation. Public Safety & Infrastructure: Lagos unveiled a compulsory building insurance scheme to curb building collapses, while FRSC warned motorists to use alternative routes after multiple Kara Bridge crashes that left one dead and others injured. Security Operations: The Nigerian Navy intercepted a suspected crude oil theft vessel and arrested 12 crew members, and the military reported renewed offensives that killed scores of terrorists and rescued abductees. Health Watch: NCDC said Lassa fever deaths rose to 229 with 963 confirmed cases, as transmission continues across several states. Politics & Courts: Ekiti’s Supreme Court affirmed Governor Abiodun Oyebanji’s APC candidacy for the June 20, 2026 election. Sports: Nigeria’s para powerlifters dominated at Glasgow 2026, adding medals and world records, including a women’s heavyweight gold. US Trade Pressure: The US imposed a 12.5% tariff on Nigeria and seven other African countries over forced labour concerns.

Politics & Democracy: Atiku fires back at Obasanjo over claims of an impeachment plot, warning against using the dead for political scores ahead of 2027. Elections Watch: Osun APC’s Accord campaign council asks UK and global observers to closely monitor the Aug. 15 guber poll, saying police in the state are compromised. Electoral Tech: A civil group launches iReportINEC to let citizens report election incidents and irregularities. Governance & Unity: Abia’s Alex Otti says Uzodinma can’t speak for South East governors on 2027, insisting voters will decide. Labour & Renewal: Olawepo-Hashim says Nigeria can’t be renewed without workers, launching MDR with NLC in Abuja. Security & Religion: Senator Kawu Sumaila warns against foreign rhetoric that could inflame religious tensions, targeting Ted Cruz’s push on Nigeria’s persecution narrative. Economy & Energy: Oil prices ease after a spike as OPEC pledges more supply; locally, petrol remains pressured. Business: BUA Cement reports 79% H1 profit growth to N384.4bn. Sports: Nigeria’s para powerlifters keep winning at Glasgow 2026, adding golds and world records. Public Safety: Lagos-Ibadan expressway gridlock worsens after multiple crashes; FRSC urges alternative routes. Culture & Heritage: US-Nigeria unveil a digital Nok preservation platform using VR/AR and training for youths. Court: Loft & Keys CEO arraignment rescheduled to Oct. 5 over forgery and money laundering charges.

Security Expansion: President Tinubu approves the recruitment of 28,000 additional soldiers and the creation of four new army divisions, bringing the force to 12 divisions as Nigeria battles kidnappings, banditry and attacks across the north-west and north-east. Aviation & Connectivity: Etihad Airways says it will resume Nigeria flights with daily Lagos services from late March 2027 and a codeshare deal with Air Peace, while Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo orders a fast-track of the Nigeria-Belgium air services agreement before the Belgian ambassador’s August 5 departure. Elections & Democracy: INEC says it has fixed the technical issues that affected e-transmission in 2023 and will run a mock e-transmission exercise ahead of 2027. Sports: Nigeria opens its Commonwealth Games medal account in Glasgow as para powerlifter Roland Ezuruike wins silver, while the men’s 3×3 basketball team records a first-ever win. Education & Welfare: NELFUND begins paying June and July upkeep allowances to beneficiaries after weeks of delays. Governance & Accountability: EFCC returns ₦108m recovered from an alleged Lagos fraud to the company’s legal representatives. Health & Environment: Lagos urges residents to join the monthly sanitation exercise and avoid dumping waste into drains as flooding risk rises. Agriculture: Edo flags off free fertiliser distribution for about 12,000 profiled farmers. Crime & Public Safety: Police in Yobe arrest three suspects for vandalising power cables and transformer parts in Gashua. International Trade: US tariffs affecting 60 countries come into effect, with Nigeria among those facing new import duties.

Economy & Finance: CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso told senators that Nigeria’s gross external reserves rose to $52.73bn, up from $48.88bn in January, citing improved FX confidence and better policy coordination; he also flagged the 2026 banking recapitalisation drive that pulled in ₦4.65tn by March. Monetary Pulse: Despite tight policy, Nigeria’s broad money supply hit N133.25tn in June, up from N129.21tn in May, showing liquidity growth. Security & Justice: A Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced three men linked to Oyo school kidnappings to life imprisonment after they pleaded guilty to terrorism-related charges. Sports & National Pride: Tinubu’s camp charged Team Nigeria to win medals at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, targeting 20 golds; broadcast coverage is set on SuperSport across Sub-Saharan Africa. Lagos Governance: Lagos Assembly approved mechanised sweeping on the Lagos–Calabar coastal highway but insisted it must complement manual sweepers to protect jobs. Power & Daily Life: TCN scheduled a maintenance outage in Abuja’s Suleja area, affecting supply to several communities. EU Support: The EU pledged €70m for Nigeria—€45m for security and peacebuilding and €25m for agriculture. Business: Guinness Nigeria reported a 57.3% Q2 profit jump and declared an additional N7 interim dividend per share.

Security Crackdown (Edo): Edo security forces recorded major wins against kidnappers, cultists and vandals, including the rescue of abducted Ambrose Alli University students in Ekpoma and recovery of weapons after raids. Court & Terror Cases (Oyo): Abuja Federal High Court sentenced three men to life imprisonment over Oriire school abductions, after they pleaded guilty to terrorism-linked charges and concealing information. Anti-Drug War (South-West): NDLEA says international cartels are trying to set up a meth hub in Nigeria’s south-west, after dismantling a large Ogun forest lab and seizing over 2.4 tonnes of methamphetamine and chemicals. Health (Edo): NHIA and Edo Specialist Hospital renewed partnership to expand emergency obstetric and newborn care (CEmONC), aiming to cut maternal and neonatal deaths. Economy/FX: Nigeria’s FX market hit $1.5bn turnover in a day as the naira strengthened, with CBN pointing to reforms and rising reserves. Aviation/Travel: Etihad and Air Peace signed an interline deal linking 20 destinations across Nigeria and West/Central Africa. Governance (Senate): Senate threatened sanctions on MDAs/GOEs that refuse oversight invitations, warning no budget for non-compliance. Business/Tech: iDICE Startup Bridge opens applications for young founders, offering mentorship and funding tracks. Lagos Incidents: Fire gutted the electronics section of Justrite Superstore in Akowonjo; separate reports also highlight ongoing security actions against crime and vandalism.

Energy Transition: Prof. Yinka Omorogbe urged Nigeria to align the energy transition with SDG 7 by shifting from a government-dominated model to one where government enables and regulates while private players finance, build and run power systems. Road Safety: A truck crash on the LASU–Isheri Road in Lagos left three people seriously injured after a brake failure rammed into vehicles; LASTMA says emergency teams rescued victims and restored traffic. Fuel Market: Dangote Refinery has resumed petrol sales in naira at the gantry after earlier dollar-based pricing sparked market disruption, though the new price is higher. Public Health: Doctors Without Borders says about 200 people have died in a cholera outbreak in Borno, with tens of thousands of suspected cases reported. Anti-Corruption/Housing: ICPC handed Abuja forfeited land to FMBN to complete 962 housing units at Goodluck Jonathan Estate, after a stalled project linked to diverted loan funds. Security Diplomacy: The Presidency says Trump’s letter praising Tinubu reflects growing US-Nigeria security cooperation, including intelligence sharing and joint operations. Business: Guinness Nigeria reported strong Q2 performance and declared an additional ₦7 interim dividend per share, while Transcorp posted H1 revenue of ₦241.5bn and an interim dividend. Sports: Team Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games campaign begins in Glasgow today, with officials targeting a record medal haul.

Maritime & Blue Economy: Minister Adegboyega Oyetola says Tinubu’s reforms are already reshaping Nigeria’s maritime sector, urging judges and stakeholders to sustain institutional change and legal certainty. NAFDAC Crackdown: The agency begins nationwide enforcement to seize and destroy banned sachet and small-bottle alcoholic drinks under a coordinated six-zone operation. Mining Safety: The Senate moves for tougher mining safety rules after a Kogi coal landslide killed 20, pushing for stronger safeguards in high-risk mining areas. Court Update (Sowore/Tinubu): A Federal High Court rejects Omoyele Sowore’s bid to tender uncertified documents in his defamation trial over statements against President Tinubu. Politics & Security: Troops of Operation Hadin Kai confirm the killing of ISWAP’s chief photographer and foreign accomplices, dealing a blow to the group’s propaganda machinery. Health & Society: Nigeria marks World Brain Day for the first time, with calls for better neurological care and investment in brain health. Economy & Demography: Nigeria retains Africa’s top population spot with 242.4 million people in 2026, according to new estimates. Women’s Football: CAF increases WAFCON winners’ prize to $2m, boosting the tournament’s stakes for Nigeria and other contenders.