Drug Abuse Response: UBTH’s CMD Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu urged Edo State to act fast on rising drug and substance abuse among secondary and tertiary students, backing confidential screening, counselling, and school-based testing using UBTH’s new Drug Testing Centre. Eye Health: An ophthalmologist warned parents not to delay cataract treatment in children, saying late care can permanently damage the brain’s visual development; free surgery is ongoing for 200 residents. Child Protection & Justice: Edo police arrested a self-styled prophet over alleged abduction of five girls and defilement of a six-year-old stepdaughter, with victims receiving hospital care. Birth Registration Access (Benin): Benin, with UNICEF support, is offering free birth certificates for children under 14 who never registered with ANIP (Sept 16–30), alongside broader one-stop shop reforms. Border Health Policy (Benin): Benin stopped checking vaccination records at entry points (including yellow fever), while still recommending vaccination for travelers. Menstrual Health: In Cotonou, a media competition highlighted menstrual health as more than products—calling for water, accurate information, hygiene facilities, and care when symptoms worsen. Food Safety Concern: Reports of chemical use and adulteration in foods are driving public anxiety, with NAFDAC saying it receives 200+ complaints monthly. One Health AMR: A new focus on strengthening antimicrobial resistance surveillance across sectors and policy action is highlighted as a regional priority. Healthcare Access (Benin): DOTOH’s low-bandwidth teleconsultation system is expanding support for adolescents and pregnant women, using voice notes, referrals, and digital records. Health & Wellness Education: A school meals push in Benin is reaching 1.9 million children, linking nutrition to healthier learning.