Energy & Downstream: Oil prices eased after Brent jumped above $100, but Nigeria’s pump pressures remain as marketers watch landing costs; Dangote’s PMS gantry is pegged around ₦1,215/litre while queues and possible new retail hikes loom. Tax Policy: The Finance Ministry has inaugurated an inter-ministerial committee to draft a modern VAT Modification Order 2026 to align with the new Tax Reform Acts. Industrial Growth & Exports: Dangote plans a petroleum products storage terminal in Cameroon to expand refined fuel distribution across Central Africa. Agri-Value Chains: Experts and agribusiness voices are pushing for bigger investment to turn Africa’s agriculture into investable value chains, not just farming. Research Commercialisation: TETFund and Israel-backed iFAIR 5 renew efforts to convert university research into billion-naira businesses, alongside plans for innovation centres across 60+ tertiary institutions. Clean Mobility: EMVC signs with Federal Polytechnic Offa to boost local EV production, battery research and skills. Finance & ESG: UBA wins Euromoney awards for Best Retail and Sustainability Leadership, highlighting green financing and net-zero targets. Security & Cyber: A police directive orders shoot-on-sight for illegal firearm carriers, while experts warn cybercrime could become a top security threat within 10 years. Logistics & Trade: NIMASA backs green shipping practices as freight and logistics firms push for smarter, faster cross-border movement.