AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBenin Senate Leadership: Former President Patrice Talon has been elected Benin’s first Senate President, winning 24 of 25 votes in a secret ballot, as the newly created upper chamber begins work to strengthen political stability. Edo Security & Kidnapping: Edo State police say armed men in vigilante uniforms blocked the Lagos-Benin Expressway, abducted motorists, and were later forced to release four victims after a drone-assisted bush-combing operation. Health Insurance Push (Ovia): Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa flagged off NHIA health insurance coverage for about 4,000 residents in Ovia Federal Constituency, with cards presented after enrollment of over 2,000 beneficiaries. Road Reconstruction (Okhun Junction): Idahosa assured Ovia residents that reconstruction of the failed Okhun Junction road section will start under the 2026 budget once weather allows. Sports Prep (Edo Queens): Edo Queens began WAFU-B preparations with a grade-A friendly, edging FC Robo Queens 1-0 in the first leg ahead of tomorrow’s return match. Drug Fight (NDLEA): Edo NDLEA warns that cannabis cultivation and schoolchildren’s involvement are major hurdles, urging stronger stakeholder collaboration.
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