AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPolicy Momentum: Nigeria’s National Assembly is reportedly drafting a bill to legalise cannabis for medicinal and economic use under a regulated framework—sparking a familiar fight over jobs and revenue versus fears of abuse and security risks. Retail Shakeups: New Jersey lawmakers advanced a bill that would let liquor stores sell larger, high-THC hemp drinks (up to 200mg THC per 750ml bottle) until federal limits kick in—drawing sharp public-health criticism. Business Expansion: Wholeleaf says it’s pushing toward a pan-India footprint, targeting major cities first and aiming for thousands of retail outlets via pharmacy and chain tie-ups. Health & Science: A lab study sponsored by California NORML claims cannabis vape pens emit significantly fewer toxins than smoked joints. Industry Events: Africa’s Cheeba Cannabis & Hemp Summit returns to Johannesburg to push deals and policy for the continent’s cannabis economy.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.