AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSahel Diplomacy: Russia is lining up an Africa summit for October, signalling deeper Moscow push into the region as it signs new cooperation plans. Niger Oil Pivot: Niger’s junta has struck fresh oil deals with China, relaunching projects and securing a bigger stake in export infrastructure after months of disputes. Counterterrorism: Nigeria and the US report killing 175 Islamic State fighters in joint strikes, including senior commanders, as US officials warn Africa is now the “epicentre of global terrorism.” Politics in Niger: APC primaries are still sparking backlash—some accuse exclusion and “imposition,” while Gov. Bago urges winners to reconcile and not assume victory is guaranteed. Football Shockwaves: The President Federation Cup is already producing upsets, with Sunshine Stars U-19 knocking out Niger Tornadoes and Katsina United, Lobi Stars and others exiting in the Round of 64. AFCON 2027 Draw: Nigeria lands in Group L with Tanzania, Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Business & Awards: UBA’s Oliver Alawuba wins an ICAN ICON honour in Lagos.
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