Aviation Safety in Focus: Nigeria’s Safety Investigation Bureau has launched an inquiry into an Enugu Air runway excursion at Benin Airport on 23 July, after an Embraer E170 (Flight 4264) overran Runway 05; 68 passengers and five crew were safely accounted for with no injuries reported, while Enugu Air says the aircraft was secured and authorities notified. Regional Business & Industry: Vice President Kashim Shettima led six governors on a working visit to the Republic of Benin to study the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone near Cotonou, aiming to draw lessons for Nigeria’s textile and agro-industrial processing push. Health Coverage: NHIA and Edo Specialist Hospital renewed a partnership to expand emergency obstetric and newborn care under the CEmONC programme, with the hospital accredited as a centre of excellence. Security & Crime Response: Edo’s Special Criminal Court trial for four alleged kidnappers begins defence on 24 July after the state closed its case, as Edo continues efforts to speed up kidnapping and cult-related prosecutions. Benin-Morocco Ties: Benin and Morocco signed 14 cooperation agreements covering economy, security, education, and scholarships, with Benin reaffirming support for Morocco’s Sahara position. Public Health Enforcement: NAFDAC arrested a suspected counterfeit alcohol producer in Benin, Edo, recovering finished products and ethanol during a month-long surveillance operation.