AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBenin–Regional Security: Burkina Faso and Benin have started joint border patrols in Koualou to curb cross-border terrorism and armed-group activity, after recent attacks on Benin Armed Forces positions. Mobility & Visas: Chad announced visa-free entry for all African nationals from 1 January 2027, joining countries like Benin and Ghana that have eased visa rules to boost African integration. Cross-border Travel Rules: Mozambique published its 2026 eVisa-eligible African countries list, including Benin, clarifying that longer stays or other visa categories also require the eVisa portal. Sports (Youth Football): WAFU B U-20 draw sets Ghana’s Black Satellites against Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso in Group B, while hosts Côte d’Ivoire face Benin and Niger in Group A. Security Operations (Nigeria, Benin link): Nigerian troops arrested 24 foreign nationals in Lagos; preliminary profiling included three Republic of Benin nationals. Infrastructure & Safety: TCN, NSCDC and telecom firms in Edo strengthened collaboration to protect power transmission and fibre optic infrastructure—key assets that also support regional connectivity through Benin.
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