AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFlood Preparedness: NEMA has flagged 11 Niger State LGAs as high flood-risk zones for the 2026 rainy season—Agaie, Bida, Borgu, Edati, Gbako, Katcha, Lapai, Lavun, Magama, Mashegu and Mokwa—based on NiMet and NIHSA forecasts, warning that recurring floods keep destroying lives and livelihoods. Energy & Industry Shift: With diesel costs biting, manufacturers and telecoms are leaning harder on natural gas; Shell Nigeria Gas says over 150 firms now use its gas solutions, while the African Energy Chamber pushes more indigenous participation at Africa Energy Week 2026. Ports & Trade: Nigeria’s ports are handling over 70% of cargo for West and Central Africa, and government has cleared five deep seaport projects for investment to help reclaim lost shipping traffic. Security & Governance: Groups condemn negotiating with criminal elements, as Sahel experts warn jihadist and separatist alliances are worsening insecurity. Environment & Cleanup Pressure: Niger Delta stakeholders renew calls for urgent, comprehensive pollution cleanup and audits, while activists accuse IOCs of rebranding/divesting to dodge liabilities.
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