AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPublic Health & Nutrition: A new study on forest and tree-based foods warns that wild foods in biodiversity hotspots like Benin are under pressure, even though they still support nutrition, income, and resilience for rural households. Water Safety: A global drinking-water quality assessment flags unsafe water as a major public health risk, with many African countries among the lowest-ranked—highlighting gaps in infrastructure and sanitation. Security & Child Safety: Edo State says it will start training newly recruited forest guards on June 5 after profiling and medical screening, as Nigeria grapples with ongoing kidnappings and attacks linked to forest hideouts. Health System Leadership: Former Edo health official Dr. Felix Ekhaguere (ex-Central Hospital Benin Medical Director) has died at 84, remembered for decades of service to maternal and child health. Community Wellness & Environment: World Environment Day activities in Edo included tree planting and calls for cleaner surroundings, while a Benin City cleanup drive targeted plastic pollution around the Ikpoba River. Health Policy & Governance: In Nigeria, EFCC arraigned a University of Benin staffer over alleged double salary fraud, underscoring continued scrutiny of public-sector integrity. Transport for Health: FRSC Benin Zone urged more bicycle use, citing affordability, fitness benefits, and lower pollution.
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