AGP Executive Report

Kidnapping & Security: Nigeria Police Force confirmed the safe rescue of former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu’s sister, Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, in Ibadan after a gun battle; two suspected kidnappers were fatally wounded and two rifles recovered. Presidency Response: The Presidency urged Nigerians not to compare the Adelabu abduction case with the Ogbomoso/Orire school kidnapping, saying the motives and actors differ, and promised the schoolchildren will be rescued soon. South Africa Xenophobia & Repatriation: Nigeria says over 1,000 citizens have been screened for voluntary evacuation from South Africa and will not pay repatriation costs as aircraft will be deployed; South Africa also denied any “national shutdown” on June 30. Economy & Markets: NGX Group is marketing the Dangote Refinery IPO as a pan-African investment opportunity, while Highcap Securities links last week’s N4.92trn market loss to investor repositioning ahead of the offer. Cost of Living: Cooking gas prices hit about ₦2,400/kg, adding pressure to household budgets. Governance & Youth: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu empowered 1,000 Abuja petty traders and persons with disabilities with N50,000 grants under the Renewed Hope Initiative.

Super Eagles Build-Up: Portugal winger Rafael Leão faces suspension after punching a Chile defender and getting a red card, a blow for the Portugal squad ahead of the Nigeria friendly. Squad Fitness Worry: Super Eagles centre-back Igoh Ogbu is ruled out with a suspected left Achilles tendon rupture after training injury. Security & Kidnapping: Police rescued Adelabu’s sister, Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, and her 12-year-old twin sons after a gun duel with kidnappers; the family was abducted while driving children to school. South Africa Evacuation: Nigeria’s screening of citizens registered for voluntary evacuation ends today, with aircraft deployment plans to follow once a final cleared figure is produced. Politics & Insecurity Debate: Peter Obi attacks Tinubu’s “reactive” security approach, arguing Nigeria needs a coordinated national framework, not ad hoc measures. Human Rights Report: A US report says Fulani militants are behind most religious freedom violations, citing deadly attacks and displacement. Tech & Digital Economy: NITDA approved NiRA’s 2026 expansion plan to grow .ng adoption as active registrations hit 241,000. Sports Off the Pitch: Rafiu Durosinmi marries Belgian-Nigerian bride Praise Nwanegbo, and was excused from camp for the wedding.

Energy & Trade: Algeria has started ground-breaking on the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline section, aiming to move gas from Nigeria’s Warri through Niger to Algeria’s Hassi R’Mel and onward to Europe—an effort that could reshape Europe’s gas supply. Security & Schools: Amnesty International warns that abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Borno and Oyo face “war crimes” risks, as Nigeria’s school kidnapping crisis keeps spreading. Politics & Governance: The Federal High Court adjourned indefinitely a suit seeking deregistration of ADC, Accord and AA after an Appeal Court stay, while Senate President Akpabio denied promising “return tickets” to senators who lost primaries. Insecurity Response: VP Shettima says Tinubu is working to secure safe returns of abducted victims, as troops repel attacks in the northeast. Economy & Finance: NRC says diesel costs are nearly killing train operations; meanwhile, the CBN’s revised FX Manual is framed as a push for transparency and market confidence. Migration: Nigeria begins repatriation of over 1,000 citizens from South Africa amid xenophobic violence. Sports: Super Falcons beat Senegal 2-1 in WAFCON warm-up; Nigeria’s first wrestling medal comes from Christianah Ogunsanya in Mongolia.

South Africa Xenophobia: Nigeria has begun screening for a voluntary repatriation of over 1,000 Nigerians after renewed anti-foreigner violence, with waivers negotiated to let eligible returnees leave without detention. Kidnapping Crisis in Oyo: Security fears deepen as Oyo school abductions spark political blame games; Yoruba activist Sunday Igboho again alleges he knows politicians behind kidnappers and says his rescue offer was blocked. Insecurity Response: Vice President Kashim Shettima urged Nigerians to pray for peace and said President Tinubu is working to secure the safe return of abducted children. Security Update (Northeast): Islamic militants attacked a military base in Borno, killing five soldiers, as troops repelled the assault. Court & Rights: The NBA warns bail terms are becoming impossible, while a Federal High Court ordered CAC to restore NYCN’s registration. Markets: Nigeria’s stock market rebounded, gaining N234bn after four days of losses. Sports & Culture: Super Falcons beat Senegal 2-1 in WAFCON warm-up; Miss World Nigeria 2026 unveils hosts for the grand finale. Health & Energy: NNPC Foundation commissions an MRI for Kano’s National Orthopaedic Hospital; HURIWA condemns cooking gas price surge.

Dangote Refinery Expansion: Dangote Petroleum Refinery says it hit 700,000 barrels per day in a performance test, topping its 650,000 bpd nameplate, and plans to scale to 1.4 million bpd within 30 months—boosting Nigeria’s energy security and exports. Security & Schools Under Siege: The federal government urged Nigerians to unite against terror, warning that kidnappers aim to weaken national unity; meanwhile, fresh outrage continues over school abductions in Oyo and Borno, with calls for accountability and scrutiny of Safe Schools funding. Electoral Updates: INEC warned that any party primary held after May 30 will be invalid unless a higher court reverses a Federal High Court decision; PDP also set up appeal panels for 2027 primaries. Energy for Health & Education: Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency published a tender for 32 solar systems for primary health centres and public schools across Niger, Nasarawa and FCT under a World Bank-backed ECOWAS project. Super Eagles Camp: Alex Iwobi and Christian Akpan joined Nigeria’s Lisbon camp ahead of the Portugal friendly, after Chelle explained seven halftime changes in the 2-2 Poland draw. Hajj Return: NAHCON confirmed the safe return of 1,905 Nigerian pilgrims and officials from Saudi Arabia. Politics & Appointments: Tinubu sought Senate confirmation for Dr. Zainab Marwa to fill the North East vacancy on the NDDC board.

Security & Courts: A federal court in Abuja sentenced four men to death by hanging over the 2022 Owo Catholic church attack, while a fifth defendant was acquitted. Rule of Law: The Nigerian Bar Association warned that courts and security agencies are imposing excessive, unrealistic bail conditions that effectively turn bail into a privilege for the wealthy. Kidnapping & School Safety: The federal government said rescue of abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo and Borno remains a top priority, even as public anger grows. Oil & Accountability: Leaked Shell documents allege the firm approved exceptions to keep compromised Nigerian pipelines running and helped manage fallout from oil spills. Economy & Jobs: The Development Bank of Nigeria says it has disbursed over N1tn to MSMEs and targets two million jobs in five years. Energy & Industry: Dangote Refinery says it hit 700,000 bpd in a performance test, pushing toward 1.4m bpd expansion. Markets: NGX shares extended losses, wiping out N2.28tn as investors took profits. Politics & Inclusion: Women’s groups urged parties to adopt affirmative steps, including deputy governorship slots, to prevent worse female representation in 2027. Sports: Rivers United reported minor injuries after a road accident en route for the Federation Cup.

Great Green Wall: Nigeria’s Great Green Wall agency relocates its operational HQ from Abuja to Kano to boost desertification and climate-change project delivery. Security & State Police: The Senate begins constitutional steps for state police as school kidnappings and banditry fears rise, while the COAS assures Nigerians of improved Army security through indigenous innovations. Insecurity at Schools: Police investigate the abduction wave, including seven students taken in Zamfara, and public figures keep pushing for faster rescue and accountability. Politics 2027: Opposition stakeholders in Gombe defect to APC ahead of 2027, while PRP insists zoning is irrelevant and backs competence over region. Energy & Power: NERC launches Net Billing Regulations 2026 letting solar “prosumers” sell excess power to the grid; FG also moves toward a 2026 oil licensing round in Q3. Economy & Markets: Eurobond yields fall, opening a chance to refinance costly debt; liquidity rises to N5.22tn as investors watch inflows. Health & Nutrition: UNICEF warns malnutrition is driving child deaths, and experts flag hospital malnutrition as a “silent epidemic.” Tech & Finance: Interswitch partners with Temenos to expand digital banking across Africa. Sports: Super Eagles draw Poland 2-2 in Warsaw, with late goals again costing Nigeria a win.

Kidnapping Pressure on Oyo: Celebrities and activists renewed calls for action after the abduction of schoolchildren in Oyo, with singer Seun Kuti urging Nigerians to stop “making videos” about kidnapping and demanding results. Security Diplomacy: The U.S. is weighing tougher measures as an American psychologist Jeffrey Guterman urged President Trump to send more troops to Nigeria over mass killings and kidnappings. Politics Ahead of 2027: Former deputy senate president Ovie Omo-Agege declared support for Peter Obi in 2027, while a prophet predicted Obi could win but not sit on the throne. Health Policy: Senate moves Nigeria closer to a dedicated malaria eradication agency, with Senator Ned Nwoko saying the bill could soon become law. Governance & Integrity: ICPC chair Musa Aliyu blamed Nigeria’s challenges on weak integrity and ethics, saying anti-graft alone can’t fix it. Economy & Investment: Nigeria’s business confidence edged up in May, and IFC, NGX Group and LCCI launched a Nigeria Gender Country Program to boost women’s leadership and inclusion. Tech & Power Use: A UN report warns AI data centres could consume nearly three times the electricity of Nigeria, Pakistan and Bangladesh combined by 2030.

Democracy Day Plans: President Tinubu is set to address the National Assembly on June 12 as the FG rolls out a full inter-ministerial programme to mark the 2026 Democracy Day. Election Integrity: INEC has launched an investigation into alleged unauthorised access and disclosure from its CVR database after claims of voter data leak tied to official credentials. Security & Education Crisis: The Senate and Nigerians are reacting to the Oyo school abductions, with teachers staging nationwide protests and calls for tougher security reforms; Obi also warned politicians are prioritising politics over rescuing captives. Insecurity Data: Interpol says Nigeria recorded 1,934 IED incidents from 2017–2024, with the North-East worst hit. Economy & Markets: The naira firmed slightly on NAFEX, while NGX shares fell by about N479bn on profit-taking. Housing Push: Tinubu hailed MREIF’s delivery of N128bn mortgages to 1,859 families across 25 states. Regional Trade: Namibia’s president urged full AfCFTA implementation, citing low intra-African trade. Business/Tech: Union Bank’s “Endless Possibilities” campaign won Bronze at the Pitcher Awards; Bitnob unveiled Bitnob Enterprise and upgrades to Bitnob Business. Sports: Super Eagles face Poland without Osimhen and Lookman, but coach Eric Chelle says the squad has enough depth.

Oyo School Kidnappings: Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde urged Nigerians to stop politicising the Oriire abductions, as teachers and students remain in captivity; the Senate also called for urgent, coordinated security action and warned against partisan exploitation. Protest Crackdown: In Ibadan, the TIB Movement and others condemned an alleged violent disruption of anti-kidnapping protests, with claims that phones were stolen and vehicles vandalised. INEC Data Probe: INEC opened an investigation into alleged unauthorised access and disclosure from its Continuous Voter Registration database after voter details reportedly circulated online; the DSS is also investigating. Court Delay in Sirika Fraud Case: A FCT High Court deferred ruling on an application to stop the N2.8bn contract fraud trial of ex-aviation minister Hadi Sirika until judgment. US Visa Policy: The US plans to cut Africa visa-processing hubs from nearly 50 to 20, with Nigeria among affected countries. Tinubu Returns to Abuja: President Tinubu came back to Abuja after Sallah in Lagos, with engagements including the Nigerian Navy’s 70th anniversary and commissioning of new vessels. Sports: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle said Osimhen and Lookman will miss the Poland friendly, while Nigeria’s Federation Cup Round of 16 fixtures were released.

Digital Economy Push: CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso launched Payments System Vision 2028, urging banks and fintechs to cut fraud losses to under 0.001% of transactions and deepen financial inclusion by 2028. Capital Markets Reform: Nigeria’s Exchange officially went live on the T+1 settlement cycle, completing trades in one business day and positioning the market for faster, safer investment. Security Update: Troops under Operation HADIN KAI arrested a suspected ISWAP informant in Yobe during a stop-and-search operation, with interrogation ongoing. Ebola Preparedness: NCDC DG warned Nigeria is only about 59% ready for a possible Ebola outbreak, urging stronger surveillance and emergency response readiness. Politics & Parties: A Kano lawmaker defected from NDC back to APC after losing a return ticket, reshaping local political calculations ahead of 2027. Regional Diplomacy: Tinubu met Benin’s new president, Romuald Wadagni, in Lagos for bilateral talks. Maritime Security: Tinubu commissioned three naval vessels and flagged off a Combined Maritime Task Force to curb piracy and crude oil theft in the Gulf of Guinea. Fintech Consolidation: Brass announced it will end independent operations and migrate customers to Paystack MFB by July 31, 2026. Sports: Super Eagles camp opened in Poland for friendlies against Poland and Portugal, with Osimhen and Lookman absent.

Nigerian Politics & Elections: Former SGF Babachir Lawal quits ADC, predicts Tinubu’s 2027 win in a “landslide,” while Atiku’s camp fires back at Lawal’s ADC rigging claims as Wike escalates attacks on opposition figures, calling them “liars” and mocking Obi’s “food is ready” style. Security & Courts: FG re-arraigns alleged Abuja-Kaduna train attack negotiator Tukur Mamu on amended terrorism charges; DSS also detains writer Okey Ndibe at Lagos airport, and NUT begins nationwide protest over Oyo school kidnappings. Power & Rights: IHRC says Nigeria’s electricity crisis is now a human rights issue; NCDC DG puts Ebola readiness at 59% and warns surveillance must cover more than airports. Economy & Tech: CBN unveils Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 to boost inclusion and cut cash use; fintech value migration abroad worries experts; Spiro raises $215m to expand EV/battery-swapping across Africa. Trade & Diplomacy: Nigeria and WIPO deepen ties to commercialise intellectual property; Ghana warns citizens against travel to South Africa amid xenophobia fears; U.S. plans to slash Africa visa-processing hubs. Youth & Innovation: Louis Awode Foundation targets 20,000 children for robotics, coding, AI and entrepreneurship training.

Oyo School Kidnapping Fallout: Nigeria Union of Teachers in Oyo State begins an indefinite strike over the continued captivity of abducted teachers and pupils in Ogbomosho, as families and communities remain on edge. Security Crackdown: DSS arrests two foreign nationals and three Nigerians over alleged weapons supply to gunmen behind the Niger school kidnapping, including a cache of AK-103 rifles and ammunition seized during operations. Terror War Update: Nigeria-US joint air operations reportedly neutralise 21 ISWAP terrorists in Borno, while another report says ISWAP commander Ba’a Shuwa is reluctant to take a new leadership role after Mainok’s death. Power & Daily Life: TCN warns of planned power outages affecting several northern states and neighbouring Niger Republic due to urgent maintenance on a key transmission line. Politics & 2027: ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar meets Hayatu-Deen for reconciliation after the party primary; meanwhile, LP and other parties continue ticketing and primaries across states. Economy & Work: Governors and federal workers’ groups renew the minimum wage debate, with calls for ₦100,000 and pushback from federal workers. Digital & Trade: MTN, ALTON, Upperlink and NiRA back the 2026 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum, while Nigeria’s first internationally certified nautical cartography programme marks a boost for maritime training. Sports: Super Eagles retain the Unity Cup, then depart for Poland for friendlies without Osimhen and Lookman.

Security & Abductions: President Tinubu approves 1,000 forest guards, special rescue forces and a planned military base after the Oyo school abduction in Oriire, as DSS arrests five linked to the Papiri school kidnapping with 15 AK rifles and 1,434 rounds recovered. Politics 2027: ADC’s Atiku Abubakar meets Mohammed Hayatu-Deen to push unity after primaries, while NDC warns Nigerians to ignore fake primary results on social media and says NEC will announce outcomes June 3; Peter Obi names Rabiu Kwankwaso as VP “partner, not spare tyre.” Insecurity & Rights: SERAP urges the UN chief to refer Nigeria to the Security Council over abductions and killings. Economy & Cost of Living: NLC rejects N100,000 minimum wage as too low, saying a realistic figure is far higher; CPPE says Tinubu’s reforms stabilized the economy but welfare gains lag. Sports: Super Eagles retain the Unity Cup, beating Jamaica 3-0; Flamingoes crush Guinea 6-0 (11-0 aggregate) to set up Benin; Iwobi confirms availability for June friendlies as Osimhen and Lookman miss Poland/Portugal. International: Nigeria Police urge calm over xenophobia fears in South Africa; South Africa’s World Cup trip delayed by visa paperwork.

Approval Ratings & Hardship: ADC says a nationwide EBDA survey puts Tinubu’s approval at 30.2%, with 62% saying Nigerians are worse off after three years, while Tinubu counters that the economy has stabilized and is recovering. School Abductions: Oyo’s Baptist school kidnapping of 39 pupils and seven teachers is condemned as a “national disgrace,” with police arresting six suspects linked to the attackers. Elections & Party Crises: ADC demands release of ex-Kaduna governor El-Rufai as it ratifies primaries; PAACA warns party primaries are undermining democracy; Atiku accuses Tinubu of crushing opposition access to venues. 2027 Campaign Moves: Peter Obi’s NDC ratifies him and names Rabiu Kwankwaso as running mate; NDC convention continues in Abuja. Security & Diplomacy: Nigeria Police urges calm over xenophobic attacks in South Africa, warning against retaliation. Sports: Super Eagles face Jamaica in the Unity Cup final tonight (7:30pm), after beating Zimbabwe 2-0. Health/Tech: First Lady inaugurates a N1bn ICT Experience Centre at EKSU, pushing AI-driven learning.

Unity Cup Final: Super Eagles forward Femi Azeez says staying calm helped his brace as Nigeria beat Zimbabwe 2-0 to reach Saturday’s final against Jamaica at The Valley. Politics & Parties: Aisha Yesufu withdraws from NDC’s FCT senatorial race after the party said it won’t run primaries for that seat; in Anambra, ANSAA sets ₦50m permit fees for presidential candidates for outdoor campaigns. Security & Governance: Defence Minister Christopher Musa claims terrorism has dropped and rates security progress at 65–70%, while Ohanaeze youth warns Nigeria is sliding into a “ransom economy” amid kidnapping fears. Economy & Tinubu: Tinubu tells governors reforms and fuel subsidy removal saved Nigeria from bankruptcy and are now driving recovery. Public Health: NCDC places Lagos, FCT, Kano, Rivers and others on high Ebola importation alert. Media Freedom: CPJ says Nigeria’s press freedom is worsening, citing arrests and harassment of 91 journalists under Tinubu. Culture & Sports: Ojude Oba festival in Ogun is framed as a tourism and unity boost; Nigerian Breweries appoints Nkechi Runsewe as HR Director.