AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCounterterror Update: Nigeria and U.S. forces carried out fresh strikes in Borno’s Metele area, killing more than 20 Islamic State militants, as the operation follows the recent killing of an IS deputy leader and signals deeper coordination. Education Under Fire: The Oyo school attack has intensified outrage after 39 pupils were abducted and a teacher was killed, with President Tinubu promising rescues and pushing for tougher legal powers, including state policing. Sahel Security Reality Check: A new “security map” argument says the AES project is failing across Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, with large swathes contested or controlled by jihadists. Niger Crackdown: Niger stepped up enforcement against illegal mining in Minna, arresting seven suspects. Regional Digital Finance: Lomé hosted talks on digitalizing social benefit payments, aiming to modernize welfare delivery across West and Central Africa. Business & Industry: NCCIMA praised Dangote’s expansion as a driver of Africa’s industrialization. Sports: Ghana has been placed in Pot 2 for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers draw in Cairo.
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