AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNairobi’s Big Sports Win: World Athletics named Nairobi host of the 2029 World Outdoor Championships, beating bids from London, Munich and Rome—Kenya calls it “Africa’s moment.” Elections & Democracy Tensions: In Nigeria, the ADC urged INEC to bar partisan lecturers as returning officers for 2027, warning of conflict of interest. Nigeria’s Economic Fight: Atiku accused Tinubu of impoverishing Nigerians by exporting raw materials while factories sit with unsold goods; ADC also attacked petrol prices hitting about N1,470/litre as punishment for households. Dangote IPO Frenzy: Nigeria’s market saw massive rush-buying for Dangote Refinery’s IPO, with oversubscription reported and rules on possible extra share absorption. Regional Security Watch: Analysis warns the Red Sea’s Bab-el-Mandeb is increasingly weaponised, raising stakes for African shipping and energy routes. Health & Rights Policy: A call for fair Canada–Africa research partnerships beyond aid, and a separate push for a new independent global body to deliver sexual and reproductive health justice. Environment & Industry: Nigeria’s waste managers plan a Waste Management Resource Centre; Ghana’s GNPC Explorco showcased Voltaian Basin exploration potential. Finance & Development: Ethiopia reported an 824% remittance surge over the decade, now about 5% of GDP.
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