AGP Executive Report
Last update: 43 minutes agoFlood Preparedness: Nigeria’s National Flood Early Warning Systems Centre warns of possible flooding from Sept 27 to Oct 10, 2026, listing Benin City and other major towns as critical to moderate risk areas. HIV Funding in Benin: Benin signed a €544,042 contribution to UNAIDS for 2026–2027, with officials calling it a “fidelity” move to protect gains in reducing infections and AIDS deaths. Counterfeit Medicines Crackdown: In Parakou, 183.72 kg of counterfeit medicines were seized and three people arrested, as police target illegal supply chains. Drug Manufacturing Push: Edo State says it is in talks with Chinese investors to set up a drug manufacturing firm under a PPP model to serve Benin and the wider region. Family Planning Access: Francophone West Africa’s Ouagadougou Partnership urges stronger leadership and sustainable financing to protect family planning gains amid funding uncertainty. Eye Health Support: Seplat’s “Eye Can See” programme plans free screening, treatment, glasses, and eligible sight-restoring surgery for 6,000 people in Akwa Ibom. Pregnancy Safety: A health explainer highlights how pregnancy-induced hypertension can endanger both mother and baby if not detected and managed. Beauty Risk: Experts warn eyelash extensions may trigger irritation, infections, and mite-related problems for some users.
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