Markets & IPO Watch: Nigeria’s equities market slid again as investors de-risked ahead of the Dangote Refinery IPO, with NGX All-Share Index down 1.05% and market cap losing N1.67trn to N157.05trn. Oil & Gas Regulation: NUPRC warned flare-gas awardees that permits could be revoked if they fail to make “considerable progress,” with 27 flare sites already awarded under the NGFCP. FX & Cost of Living: The naira opened firmer at about ₦1,322.72/$ on the official window, while the parallel market stayed weaker around ₦1,380–₦1,390. Aviation Insurance Oversight: NAICOM and NCAA signed an MoU to strengthen compliance and risk protection for aviation operators. Digital Economy & Inclusion: NCC flagged high device/connectivity costs and limited accessibility as barriers for persons with disabilities, pushing for more inclusive digital transformation. Agribusiness & Food Security: NCX, BOA and AFAN launched a Guaranteed Minimum Price programme to protect 500,000+ farmers and secure 400,000 metric tonnes of grains. Infrastructure & Trade: Nigeria and Cameroon launched the Mfum-Ekok border modernisation initiative to cut bottlenecks and boost AfCFTA trade. BRICS Angle: BRICS leaders meet in New Delhi this weekend as India ramps up security and movement protocols for the expanded bloc.