AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEbola Update: Africa CDC chief Jean Kaseya says the Ebola outbreak has worsened, with 89 deaths in one week and treatment centres at about 95% bed occupancy, pushing authorities to expand care and detect cases earlier to slow community spread. Drug Abuse & Enforcement (Edo): NDLEA reports 289 drug-trafficking arrests in Edo since January 2026, 52 convictions, and 35,008.38kg of cannabis seized, alongside counselling and school sensitisation urging students to avoid substances. Cold Chain for Animal Health (Edo): Nigeria commissions a 40 million-dose solar-powered veterinary vaccine cold chain facility in Benin City to strengthen prevention of trans-boundary diseases and improve livestock productivity and food security. Safety in Schools (Edo): World Safety Organization Nigeria and Edo’s education ministry roll out SafERR school sensitisation, training students and teachers on prevention and emergency response. Maternal-Newborn Care Concern (Edo): Edo police arrest hospital staff over an alleged missing newborn case, ordering a thorough investigation. Kidnap Attempt Foiled (Benin–Abraka Road): Edo police say they stopped kidnappers attacking a commercial bus and rescued passengers after a gun duel. Regional Health/Climate Context: A Volta Basin forum calls for urgent ecosystem restoration and stronger transboundary action to protect water and biodiversity amid climate pressures.
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