AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoPDP Power Move: Nigeria’s PDP has cleared former President Goodluck Jonathan as its sole presidential candidate for the 2027 primary, using a waiver after he reportedly bought nomination forms—though questions remain over whether he officially submitted them. Counterterrorism: Nigeria and the US say joint strikes have killed 175 Islamic State fighters in recent days, with Nigeria also reporting the killing of another senior coordinator, as cooperation shifts from training to more active operations. Sahel Security: Analysts warn jihadists, separatists and other armed groups are increasingly coordinating across the Sahel, citing Mali attacks as a sign of deeper alliances. AFCON 2027 Draw: In Cairo, CAF set qualification groups: Nigeria landed in Group L with Madagascar, Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau; hosts Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are in the qualifiers too. Road Safety in Niger: A truck crash into a house in Suleja area killed a housewife and her grandson, sparking protests over road conditions and compensation.
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