Edo Flood/Erosion Response: Edo State’s Flood, Erosion and Watershed Management Agency (EDOFEWMA) is pushing for early action in erosion-prone areas to stop small gullies turning into major disasters, saying it has completed 35+ erosion-control designs and is waiting for rains to ease before starting some works. Child Sexual Abuse Case: Edo Police arrested a self-styled “prophet,” Nicholas Nusa, over allegations of abducting five girls and defiling a six-year-old stepdaughter; another suspect, Kadiri Edenokun, was also arrested in a separate defilement case, with victims receiving medical care. Revenue Compliance: Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS) is engaging MDAs to clarify the 2026 Revenue Consolidation Account Law, warning agencies not to hire revenue consultants or run enforcement/mobil courts without approval. Benin Education & Phones: As Benin’s school year begins, reports highlight that phone use in classrooms remains regulated, with UNESCO data linking phone bans to better attention. Benin-Rwanda Diplomacy: President Romuald Wadagni begins his first official Rwanda visit, aiming to deepen cooperation on security, trade and transport. Sports—Benin AirBadminton: Benin opened the Africa AirBadminton Championships with a 60-37 win over Algeria and now faces Tunisia. Messi Farewell (Benin link): Argentina confirmed Lionel Messi will play a farewell home friendly against Benin on Oct. 6 at Monumental Stadium.