AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoOil & Governance: Nigeria’s SERAP has sued NNPCL at the Federal High Court, demanding a full accounting of ₦211tn recorded in 2023 as “Sundry Receivables” and “Accrued Expenses,” including identities, legal basis and recovery status—raising fresh pressure on transparency in the oil sector. Industrial Power Costs: Nigeria’s NSDC says manufacturers face electricity, finance and logistics costs far higher than Vietnam and China, urging states to create industrial clusters with reliable power and cut production costs to stay competitive under AfCFTA. Gas & Trade Routes: A report says Algeria has started work on its Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline section, reviving a route that could move up to 30 bcm/year to Europe—positioning West African gas access as shipping risks rise. Climate Risk: AfDB warns a “super” El Niño could hit African economies with a $10bn–$20bn drag, worsening drought in the south and flooding in the east. Energy Transition in Morocco: Morocco’s push for renewables and interconnections is highlighted as it targets renewables above 52% of installed capacity by 2030, with new international financing backing the transition. Food & Energy Link: Nigeria’s OTACCWA/OTACCWA warns of possible rice, tomato and staple shortages within three months, blaming reduced output and high transport and energy costs.
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