AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCounterterrorism: Nigeria and the US say they have dealt a major blow to ISWAP by eliminating Abu Bilal al-Minuki (al-Minuki) in a joint operation in Metele, Borno—an event now being framed as a high point for cross-border security cooperation. Elections & Party Politics: In Nigeria, Abubakar Malami has emerged as the ADC governorship candidate for Kebbi, while AAC’s Akinfolarin is set for the Ifo/Ewekoro House seat; in South Africa, SANParks tightened security after a double murder in Kruger, and Safa expelled suspended NEC members after a congress ruling. Health Security: Africa CDC warns 10 countries are at high risk of Ebola spread as the DRC outbreak grows, with Uganda also flagged. Regional Diplomacy: The International Contact Group for the Great Lakes urged stronger implementation of DRC-Rwanda peace frameworks after talks in Stockholm, as conditions on the ground remain fragile. Mobility & Integration: Africa Prosperity Network is pushing visa-free movement, citing Togo’s latest step and Ghana’s planned visa-free rollout from May 25. Governance & Digital Reform: Nigeria’s civil service digital transformation push gathered momentum at the 2026 International Civil Service Conference.
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