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Accord presidential candidate Gbenga Hashim-Olawepo said petrol could eventually sell at N200 per litre without reducing FAAC revenue, while proposing an initial sustainable price of N605 per litre and an exchange-rate target of N525 to N700 per dollar.
The Federal Government plans to optimise renewable-energy assets and establish a new company under a proposed model. The Rural Electrification Agency said 82MW of solar hybrid assets had been deployed in universities, while the initiative is expected to support education and healthcare infrastructure.
The Nigerian Communications Commission is seeking measures to remove communication barriers faced by persons with disabilities, enabling more seamless access to communication services. The regulatory initiative relates to Nigeria’s telecommunications sector and may be relevant to investors tracking listed ICT and telecom operators.
PENGASSAN's new leadership says it will collaborate with the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission to support efforts to raise Nigeria's crude oil production capacity to 3 million barrels per day. The development relates to upstream sector operations, labour relations and regulatory coordination.
President Bola Tinubu urged Nigeria LNG Limited’s management to ensure Nigerians benefit more from the company’s gas output and called for gas flaring to be converted into economic value. The development relates to Nigeria’s energy policy, gas utilisation and the broader operating environment for listed oil and gas companies.
Edo State Government has explained its decision to acquire a 10 per cent equity stake in a 200MW independent power plant in Edo North. The development relates to Nigeria’s power infrastructure and the utilities segment represented on the Nigerian Exchange.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has raised concerns about continued fuel imports despite its stated capacity to supply the local market. Management also questioned the transparency of information regarding the actual volumes of imported petroleum products expected, highlighting an issue relevant to Nigeria’s downstream oil and gas industry.
Nigeria is shifting its solar and rural electrification strategy toward financially sustainable projects rather than focusing solely on added generation capacity. The approach includes ending free electricity arrangements for universities and hospitals, signalling greater emphasis on commercial returns and cost recovery in distributed power services.
Analysts say the Central Bank of Nigeria’s primary focus should remain macroeconomic stability rather than choosing between attracting foreign portfolio investment and supporting local businesses. The report links the CBN’s decision to maintain elevated interest rates to its broader monetary policy objectives.
The Federal Government is targeting 8,000 megawatts of electricity generation and transmission capacity by the end of 2027 as power-sector reforms deepen. The plan was disclosed at the launch of the Renewable Energy Assets Management Company in Abuja and relates to Nigeria’s electricity supply outlook.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery said it may export excess petrol if rising imports continue to weaken certainty around domestic demand. The refinery reported that imported Premium Motor Spirit represented about 43 per cent of fuel supplied to Nigeria in July, complicating inventory planning despite its available production capacity.
Domestic refineries accounted for nearly three-quarters of Nigeria’s petrol supply during the first seven months of 2026, led by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The development coincided with a sharp decline in petrol imports compared with the same period in 2025, indicating a shift in the country’s supply mix.
Nigeria’s illicit alcohol trade is reportedly undermining legitimate businesses, investments, jobs and government revenue through counterfeit and smuggled products. Industry stakeholders are calling for stronger enforcement, coordinated regulation and tougher measures to protect consumers and support the formal alcohol market.
Shareholders of SUNU Assurances Nigeria Plc approved resolutions at the company’s 39th Annual General Meeting in Lagos, including changes to the board and the appointment of a new external auditor. They also received and adopted the company’s consolidated audited financial statements.
Airtel Nigeria is nearing 18,000 cell sites after adding more than 1,000 annually, according to the report. The operator is expanding high-speed mobile connectivity across the country, making the development relevant to Airtel Africa’s listed telecommunications business and the ICT sector.
NMDPRA Chief Executive Rabiu Umar warned that regulatory uncertainty could discourage investment in Nigeria’s petroleum industry. He said investors could manage commercial risks but required clear, consistent and predictable rules to support confidence and long-term commitments in the sector.
Building sector operators say rising cement prices are increasing construction costs, property values, and rents, worsening Nigeria’s housing crisis. The report notes that a 50kg bag of Dangote Cement has exceeded N15,000 in some locations, amid an ongoing Federal investigation into the price increases.
Nigeria’s active internet subscriber base reached 157.4 million in May 2026, while broadband penetration rose to 56.11%, according to released statistics. The figures indicate continued expansion in national connectivity and telecoms usage, but the report does not identify any specific listed company or corporate action.
SIAT Group, the majority shareholder of Presco Plc, hosted an event celebrating the agro-industrial group’s legacy, leadership and people. The development provides background on the ownership group connected to Presco, a Nigerian Exchange-listed company in the agriculture sector, but does not disclose financial results or corporate actions.
The Lagos State Government criticised electricity regulators over the continued failure to meter all electricity consumers, arguing that existing laws require universal metering. The commissioner also discussed the state’s electricity reforms and ongoing efforts to address metering and sector-related challenges.
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