AGP Executive Report

Education & Insecurity: NANS leaders visited Oriire communities after the abduction of pupils and teachers, urging southwest governors and the federal government to coordinate faster rescues and protect schools. Security & Justice: A Nigerian court sentenced four men to death over the 2022 Owo church attack that killed dozens, while the Senate demanded urgent action on kidnappings in Oyo and Kwara North. Labour & Schools: The NLC backed teachers’ strike over school abductions, warning governments to act on insecurity and release victims. Mining Crackdown: FG commissioned eight gun trucks for NSCDC Mining Marshals, citing arrests, prosecutions and convictions of illegal miners. Governance & Economy: CBN redeployed deputy governors; NBS reported capital importation jumped to $10.37bn in Q1, driven mainly by portfolio inflows. Energy Policy: NUPRC said the 2026 oil licensing round will start in Q3 after Tinubu’s approval. International & Politics: Tinubu congratulated UN envoy Jimoh Ibrahim on chairing the UN General Assembly Fifth Committee; U.S. proposed forced-labour-linked tariffs that include Nigeria. Sports: Super Eagles extended their unbeaten run to 12 with a 2-2 draw vs Poland in Warsaw.

Security & Elections: The Senate condemned the May Oyo school abductions and urged immediate rescue while calling for stronger Safe Schools security, as protests and labour action grow over kidnappings. Public Trust & Anti-Corruption: ICPC boss Musa Aliyu said corruption can’t be beaten by anti-graft agencies alone, stressing integrity systems and collective action. Politics & Party Realignments: APC chair Nentawe Yilwatda promised expanded women’s representation; meanwhile, ADC and NDC politics heat up with Aisha Yesufu backing Obi and Kwankwaso after withdrawing from an FCT senatorial bid, and disputes over ADC primary results. Legal Accountability: A Federal High Court sentenced four men to death by hanging over the 2022 Owo church massacre. Governance & Service Delivery: UNICEF warned Nigeria’s learning crisis is deep, with only one in four children reading and doing basic maths by age 14; Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo said correctional reforms cut recidivism to 1,382 in 2025. Economy & Housing: Tinubu hailed MREIF’s ₦128bn mortgages for 1,859 families, pushing long-term home ownership access. Regional/Policy Moves: INEC cleared four parties for the Ondo South senatorial bye-election on June 20. Health Policy: The Senate passed a bill to establish a National Agency for Malaria Elimination, with Senator Ned Nwoko calling it a turning point.

Osun Election Integrity: INEC’s Osun REC urged journalists to help curb fake news ahead of the August 15 governorship poll, warning misinformation can erode public confidence. Insecurity and Education: Nigeria’s school system is under pressure as insecurity drives closures and keeps pupils and teachers in captivity, with lawmakers and unions demanding urgent rescue and warning against politicising the crisis. Ebola Preparedness: Nigeria placed 10 states on high alert over Ebola risk after outbreaks in Uganda and the DRC, with heightened surveillance and emergency readiness. Public Health Push: Nigeria launched a major integrated child vaccination drive targeting over 109 million children and adolescents, aiming to close immunity gaps. Security Governance: The Senate set up a committee to tackle unpaid contractor debts tied to federal projects, while also pushing for faster security summit planning to treat insecurity as a national emergency. Political Realignment: House Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda defected from PDP to APC, alongside six Oyo lawmakers moving to APM, as party leadership disputes continue to shape 2027 politics. Governance Institutions: DSS denied detaining Prof. Okey Ndibe, saying interactions were part of a review of watch-list records. Regional Diplomacy: Benin’s new president, Wadagni, visited Niger and Burkina Faso to ease tensions and discuss security cooperation.

Oyo School Abductions & National Protests: Teachers’ unions and civil society groups across Nigeria intensified protests over the captivity of abducted pupils and staff in Oyo, with NUT staging rallies in Ibadan, Lagos, Calabar and Abuja, and even forcing an indefinite strike in Oyo from June 1; families rejected government rice and cash, insisting on the safe return of children. Political Blame Game: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike warned against politicising insecurity as Omoyele Sowore confronted him outside the FCT secretariat, while Ayodele Fayose alleged Makinde orchestrated the abductions to embarrass Tinubu; Makinde urged unity and rejected blame. Security & Governance Response: Senate President Godswill Akpabio called for unity to defeat banditry after the deaths of educators in captivity, and Nigeria’s INEC confirmed an insider leak of Emeka Ike’s restricted voter data, raising fresh data-privacy and election-integrity concerns. Health Security: Nigeria’s health ministry said it has activated heightened preparedness for Ebola after reports abroad, stressing there is no confirmed case in the country. Economy & Policy: Tinubu hailed MREIF’s N128bn affordable mortgages for 1,859 families, while FCCPC suspended DEON airtime/data lending rules after a court order, easing pressure on telecom credit services. Regional Diplomacy: Benin’s new president, Romuald Wadagni, visited Niger and Burkina Faso to ease coup-era tensions and restart security cooperation.

Maritime Security & Defence: President Tinubu inaugurated three new Nigerian Navy vessels (NNS Oloibiri, NNS Mambila, NNS Gurara) and a Combined Maritime Task Force for the Gulf of Guinea, pledging stronger maritime security and countering piracy and crude oil theft. CBN Governance & Financial Inclusion: CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso launched the Payments System Vision 2028, targeting 95% financial inclusion and faster digital transactions while cutting electronic fraud; the CBN also redeployed deputy governors across policy, corporate services, operations and financial stability roles. Elections & Party Politics: ADC primaries remain in crisis as Babachir Lawal and Atiku trade accusations over alleged rigging; Prof. Pat Utomi says he only learned of Peter Obi’s ADC-to-NDC move while abroad; Hayatu-Deen rejects challenging the ADC primary result in court. Security & Human Rights: SERAP condemned the reported detention of novelist Okey Ndibe by DSS at Lagos airport; in Oyo, Tinubu’s directive to recruit 1,000 forest guards sparked public backlash amid ongoing school abductions. Economy & Courts: Supreme Court set aside an order freezing assets of Neconde Energy and Nestoil; a report says Nigeria’s economy is growing at about twice its pre-reform pace. Energy & Industry: NLNG subsidiary BGT awarded contracts for three new LNG vessels; NUPRC staff began an indefinite strike over foreign training. Social Policy: FG and 20 states paid N7.1bn counterpart funds for the Child Nutrition Fund, while Lagos reported 6,753 GBV cases in 2025 and new entrepreneurship support.

School Security Crisis: Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) begins nationwide solidarity protests Tuesday over the continued captivity of Oyo schoolchildren and teachers, as NACAT and rights groups demand urgent rescue and condemn reports of a teacher’s killing in captivity. Electoral Trust: INEC faces a growing “elections don’t matter” crisis as analysts warn that when results feel manipulated, citizens disengage; meanwhile, NDC urges Nigerians to ignore social media primary results, saying only its NEC can announce winners. Opposition Politics: Nyesom Wike attacks opposition parties’ internal disputes, while Babachir Lawal quits ADC alleging rigging and says Tinubu may be a better president than Atiku. Governance & Economy: NGF considers a N100,000 minimum wage amid hardship; CBN unveils Payments System Vision 2028 to boost inclusion and cut cash and fraud. Security & Public Safety: Kogi bandits abduct 30+ after killing one in Ayegunle Bunu; Ekiti governor warns criminals will find the state “too hot.” Health Preparedness: NCDC says Nigeria is only 59% ready for a possible Ebola outbreak. Civic Space & Rights: DSS arrests US-based writer Prof. Okey Ndibe on arrival in Lagos.

2027 Campaign Shuffle: Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde clinched the Allied People’s Movement (APM) presidential ticket, promising reforms and practical solutions. Opposition Consolidation: The Nigerian Democratic Coalition (NDC) formally adopted Peter Obi as its 2027 presidential candidate, unveiling a broad transformation roadmap. Ruling Party Friction: In Kaduna, APC primary fallout deepened as Yusuf Ibrahim Zailani alleged manipulation and accused party leaders of misleading Tinubu, triggering a sharp rebuttal from Governor Uba Sani’s aide. Electoral Integrity Warnings: The Arewa Consultative Forum rejected Obi’s one-term promise as unconstitutional, while the NDC distanced itself from viral primary results, saying only its NEC can announce winners. Security and Education Crisis: Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu said insecurity will be overcome through internal and international partnerships; meanwhile, the NUT ordered an indefinite strike in Oyo over abducted teachers and pupils, and DSS arrested suspects linked to the Papiri school abduction. Labour and Cost of Living: The NLC rejected the N100,000 minimum wage proposal, demanding up to N1 million. Economy/Markets: Money market liquidity rose to N6.02tn on OMO maturities, but analysts warn sentiment may stay cautious.

School Abductions & Security Response: Federal officials led by Gbajabiamila, with NSA Ribadu, IGP Disu and CDS Musa, visited Oyo’s Oriire after the May 15 school kidnapping and Tinubu approved 1,000 forest guards plus a push for a possible military base. Kidnapping Pressure on Elections: A fresh wave of commentary links Nigeria’s election-season security focus to citizens’ daily abductions, arguing votes are being protected more than lives. Opposition Shake-up for 2027: Peter Obi formally declared his 2027 presidential bid under the NDC, naming Kwankwaso as running mate, intensifying a three-way opposition rematch narrative. ADC Splits, Parallel Candidates: Another ADC faction named Prof Chris Uba as presidential candidate and set a June 3 court date over leadership disputes. Minimum Wage Fight: NLC rejected the N100,000 proposal, saying workers need up to N1m; governors and NGF continue pushing for a new wage framework. Governance & Institutions: SAN Mekwunye urged sweeping judicial reforms and tougher sanctions for judges undermining credible elections. Economy & Borrowing: CBN data shows banks’ credit to government rose by N15.66tn in a year, while private-sector credit lagged. Drug War: NDLEA seized ketamine and ecstasy hidden in water purifier machines from the Netherlands and also intercepted skunk and military-grade ammunition in multiple states. Diplomacy/Trade: Nigeria and UAE non-oil trade hit $5bn in 2025 as FAB prepares to open in Lagos and Etihad eyes Abuja. Sports & Politics: Super Eagles will miss Osimhen and Lookman in friendlies; South Africa’s World Cup trip was delayed by a visa fiasco.

Elections & Governance: INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan led Nigeria’s delegation to South Korea’s International Election Observation Programme for local elections, signalling a push for better electoral governance and global best practices. Party Politics: The Labour Party Abure-led faction named Prince Kennedy Ahanotu as its 2027 presidential candidate, while the NDC is set to affirm Peter Obi in Abuja amid ongoing primaries and internal party friction. Constitutional Debate: Anambra’s proposed N50m presidential campaign permit fee has sparked constitutional questions over whether states are effectively rationing access to public office. Security & Accountability: Nigeria’s Correctional Service denied reports of robbery of valuables at Kuje prison, calling the claims false and inconsistent with procedures. Human Rights & Justice: A US jury convicted Nigerian-born Catholic priest Anthony Odiong of sexual assault, facing life imprisonment. Insecurity & Diplomacy: US lawmaker Riley Moore renewed pressure on Nigeria after a USCIRF report, alleging Fulani militants are now deadlier than Boko Haram/ISIS. Public Service & Development: Tinubu commissioned major health infrastructure nationwide, including emergency ambulance fleets, while the First Lady inaugurated an N1bn ICT centre at EKSU to advance AI-driven learning.

Party Realignment: Ovie Omo-Agege formally defects from APC to the NDC, signalling a push to reclaim Delta Central and Nigeria’s political direction ahead of 2027. Third Anniversary Politics & Governance: President Tinubu marks three years with claims of economic recovery, saying states no longer struggle to pay salaries and that fuel subsidy removal saved Nigeria from “imminent bankruptcy,” while governors and state leaders across the country mark their own milestones with project and security narratives. Security & Accountability: Defence Minister Christopher Musa rates the fight against terrorism at about 65–70% success, while the NCoS denies a ₦120m robbery claim at Kuje, calling it false and inconsistent with custodial procedures. Election Rules & Party Tensions: Anambra sets stringent 2027 campaign permit fees (up to ₦50m for presidential aspirants), as PDP factions trade threats over FCT venue use and ratification processes. Ebola Preparedness: PSN places pharmacists on high alert as Nigeria flags high-risk states for possible Ebola importation. Economy & Industry: ECOWAS moves to operationalise the ECOWAS Business Council with Dangote, and FG reiterates support for local EV manufacturing. Court & Media: Police arraign a blogger over alleged defamation/cyberstalking of UBA boss Tony Elumelu.

APC Governorship Race: President Tinubu’s seven appointees resigned to contest APC governorship primaries ahead of 2027; five lost, one won, and one dumped APC for the NDC senatorial ticket. Press Freedom: CPJ says Tinubu’s government has arrested, assaulted or harassed 91 journalists since 2023, contradicting official claims of media freedom. FCT Politics: PDP accuses FCT minister Nyesom Wike of threatening to shut the venue for Goodluck Jonathan’s May 30 ratification ceremony in Abuja, with lawyers and security agencies reportedly notified. Security & Religion: US officials say Trump ordered military focus on protecting Christians in Nigeria; a US religious freedom report also alleges Fulani militants target Christian farming communities. Insecurity at Schools: Oyo teachers and civil society protest the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire, demanding urgent rescue. Health Preparedness: NCDC flags 21 states as high or moderate Ebola importation risk and launches emergency response upgrades, including 145 tricycle and boat ambulances. Energy & Economy: FG inaugurates a high-capacity CNG booster station in Abuja; Tinubu marks his third anniversary claiming reforms are stabilising the economy. Maritime Accountability: NSIB probes a Bonny Anchorage collision that spilled oil and injured crew.

Party Politics & Primaries: The NDC says it has granted waivers for former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege and ex-Delta Speaker Victor Ochei to contest Delta senatorial seats in Friday’s primaries, after their defection and consultations to strengthen the party’s South-South base. Security & Rescue: Nigeria’s military says it has deployed air surveillance plus ground forces to rescue kidnapped school children and teachers in Oyo, following the May 15 abduction in Oriire, where a teacher was later beheaded. Presidency & Governance: President Bola Tinubu, in his third anniversary address, defended reforms as a “historic national test,” citing inherited subsidy and exchange-rate distortions, rising debt service, and insecurity, while arguing the painful changes are stabilising the economy. 2027 Election Politics: The Obidient Movement urges NDC members to back Peter Obi as the party’s presidential candidate in today’s primary, warning against internal ambition derailing the collective goal. Constitutional Reform: Senate President Godswill Akpabio says a constitutional template is being worked on to speed up state police, with national standards and state participation. Public Health: NCDC issues Ebola preparedness guidance for healthcare workers, listing Lagos, Enugu, Borno and others as high-risk for importation. Aviation & Economy: Nigeria signs an AfDB partnership to modernise aviation infrastructure under a $7bn transformation programme, while FAAN pushes stronger airport security and justice coordination. International Pressure on Security: A US religious freedom watchdog alleges collusion between parts of Nigeria’s security forces and Fulani militias, as the Pentagon also claims it eliminated a top ISIS commander in Nigeria.

Opposition Politics: Atiku Abubakar has clinched the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket for 2027 after a nationwide primary, beating Rotimi Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, while ADC chairman David Mark hailed the process as proof democracy still works and Atiku urged unity with Amaechi after he rejected the result. Party Realignments: Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has quit APC for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), and the NDC says it will resist alleged APC-sponsored aspirants ahead of its primaries. Election Law & Process: A Federal High Court in Anambra fixed June 8 to hear a suit challenging parts of the Electoral Act 2026 on manual collation, with implications for how votes are counted. Security & Governance: Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele condemned pre-election violence and demanded release of abductees, while the U.S. accused Nigeria of tolerating religious violence and failing to prosecute offenders; meanwhile, the U.S. says it helped eliminate an ISIS commander in Nigeria under a Trump directive to protect Christian communities. Insecurity on the Ground: Police in Ondo arrested five suspected kidnappers in Ore and recovered ransom proceeds. Economic & Infrastructure: Nigeria signed an AfDB aviation partnership to modernise infrastructure and improve connectivity, as analysts and groups push for industrialisation and better infrastructure maintenance. Housing Policy: Omoyele Sowore (AAC) vowed an executive order limiting landlords to collecting no more than three months’ rent at a time if elected. Public Service & Youth: NYSC DG said corps members must obey social media laws, and scholars/civic leaders plan a virtual conference on citizens’ role in accountability ahead of 2027.

ADC Presidential Race: Atiku Abubakar has emerged ADC’s 2027 presidential candidate after winning the party’s primary with 1,846,370 votes, defeating Rotimi Amaechi (504,117) and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen (177,120); party leaders framed the outcome as proof that “democracy can still work,” while Atiku urged aggrieved contestants to return to the party and fight together. Intra-Party Tensions: Amaechi and Hayatu-Deen rejected the primary results, alleging disenfranchisement and rigging, and Atiku’s camp moved to pull them back into a united opposition front. Eid-El-Kabir Unity Push: President Tinubu used Eid prayers to condemn discrimination, ethnicity and hatred, and to stress that no religion sanctions banditry or killing; VP Shettima echoed calls for unity, sacrifice and peaceful coexistence. Security & Terrorism: A US-Nigeria operation reportedly killed ISWAP’s deputy Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, with US officials arguing it will disrupt terrorism, while Tinubu and allies continue to warn of security gaps. Power Sector Shock: The World Bank retracted a $717.7m power intervention loan, citing unsustainable foreign debt and grid failures. Public Health & Borders: St. Kitts and Nevis defended refusing entry to 17 Nigerians amid Ebola concerns, citing health risk assessments. Children in Focus: Tinubu and others marked Children’s Day amid renewed outrage over kidnappings of pupils and teachers in Oyo and Borno, with assurances that rescue efforts continue.

Eid-el-Kabir & Unity Push: Former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar urged Nigerians to do politics without bitterness as they mark Eid, stressing peace and collective effort for development. Politics & Defections: Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege resigned from APC after losing the Delta Central primary, saying his goals now align better outside the party and he plans to join the NDC. Security & Displacement: Borno Governor Babagana Zulum renewed vows to intensify security and resettle displaced communities, while also urging Eid values of sacrifice and compassion. Electoral Integrity: INEC warned Ekiti journalists against fake news and premature result declarations ahead of the June 20 governorship election, calling for factual, balanced reporting. Children’s Day & School Safety: Tinubu assured abducted children in Oyo and Borno are not abandoned and ordered intelligence-led rescue and stronger school protection, as ActionAid demanded urgent rescue of captives held since a school attack. Humanitarian Coordination: FG said it will improve coordination of humanitarian responses and social protection to tackle poverty and crises. Public Health & Misinformation: NCDC debunked claims that bitter kola, salt water and herbs can cure Ebola, urging early reporting and proper infection control. Ebola Border Measures: St Kitts and Nevis denied entry to Nigerians amid Ebola concerns, while Nigeria remains on alert. Anti-Corruption: EFCC urged Muslims to renew commitment to transparency and reject corruption during Sallah. Digital Governance: NITDA and Benin’s digital agency agreed to deepen cooperation on digital transformation and public infrastructure.

Security & Truth-Setting: The Nigerian Army moved to shut down a viral claim that Late Maj. Gen. Hassan Ahmed was killed again in 2021, saying the story is false and recycled to panic the public. Insecurity Watch: A new US religious-freedom report says about 30,000 Fulani militants operate in Nigeria, with attacks driving major religious-freedom violations and displacement. Crime & Enforcement: Customs in Ogun intercepted a bus carrying military camouflage uniforms and drugs worth ₦259.6m, while Lagos police said they neutralised kidnappers and recovered arms and cash. Politics 2027: Omoyele Sowore emerged AAC’s 2027 presidential candidate, as ADC primaries stay in crisis with Amaechi and Hayatu-Deen rejecting results over alleged disenfranchisement and rigging. Governance & Courts: EFCC arraigned a fake presidential adviser over N25m fraud, and transferred ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman to Kuje to begin a 75-year sentence. Digital Safety: Child rights groups renewed pressure on the Senate to pass the Child Online Protection Bill after NCC data showed most children face online risks. Eid-El-Kabir: Tinubu told Nigerians the “dark tunnel” is over, linking reforms to improved stability and renewed security efforts.