AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFuel Market & Regulation: Nigeria’s Federal High Court ordered NMDPRA to keep granting petroleum product import licences to Matrix Energy, AA Rano and AYM Shafa, saying refusals violated the Petroleum Industry Act and were “null and void,” keeping competition in focus. Currency & Consumer Costs: The CBN urged Kano traders to handle the naira carefully to cut the cost of replacing soiled notes, as cash-heavy markets feel the pressure. Retail & Beauty: Clicks agreed to take control of ARC in a R507m beauty deal, boosting its premium beauty footprint as the market shifts toward experience and convenience. Payments & Trust: FirstBank denied a viral WhatsApp claim that its FirstMobile app was compromised, stressing the platform is secure and operational. Digital Consumer Protection: FCCPC called for more specialised training for journalists on competition reporting to strengthen consumer rights coverage. Energy Prices & Politics: Atiku’s subsidy plan is again in the spotlight, with Dino Melaye saying petrol could drop to ₦400–₦500 per litre if restored. Food & Consumer Safety: Poisons Board flagged fake Lucentis injections in markets, with a suspect arrested. Fashion & Lifestyle: MaXhosa Africa debuted at Paris Women’s Fashion Week, while Nigeria’s Danielle Adewusi was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2026.
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