AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEngineering Regulation: COREN approved a nationwide compliance audit of MDAs over the enhanced engineers’ entry-point policy, alongside renewed engagement with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service to strengthen standards and public safety. Food Security: FG set an eight-week deadline for a technical committee to tackle Nigeria’s 2.2m-tonne fish production deficit, aiming to cut import dependence through better production, processing, storage and marketing. Agriculture Research: UNIBEN urged integrated farming—improved varieties, healthy soils, climate-resilient systems and farmer-centred innovation—as the “synergy” needed to end Africa’s hunger. Digital Inclusion & Economy: NCC pushed digital inclusivity as the route to Tinubu’s $1trn economy goal, stressing access barriers for persons with disabilities. Energy Infrastructure: Sahara Power began a $12m, 12MW Lagos IPP (gas-fired) for Ogba, while Elektron Energy is nearing completion of a 40MW embedded power project for Victoria Island businesses. Local Content & Jobs: NCDMB called for deeper pan-African local content collaboration to boost diversification across oil and gas. Environment & Waste: Kaduna urged to assess an old dump site in Tudun-Ilu and consider converting it into temporary shops to curb pollution. Training & Skills: IshK Skills Hub graduated 500 youths in Lagos with trades and solar installation skills, plus employability support.
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