AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEbola Preparedness: NCDC DG Jide Idris says Nigeria is only 59% ready for a possible Ebola outbreak, warning of gaps at points of entry as Uganda and DR Congo report new cases. Health Response: South-East states Anambra, Ebonyi and Enugu activate Ebola response mechanisms, strengthening surveillance and alerting health workers. Visa & Travel Access: The US plans to cut visa-processing embassies across Africa from nearly 50 to 20, with Lagos named as a regional hub—meaning more travellers may need to travel for interviews. Security & Travel Safety: Troops in Kogi rescue 23 kidnapped passengers after a counter-kidnapping operation on the Ayegunle–Bunu Road. School Insecurity: Oyo State shuts public schools as teachers begin a nationwide protest over abducted pupils and teachers; protests also hit Ogun. Road & Tourism Link: The Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway gets a progress check, with officials saying it will boost movement for farmers, traders and tourists. Sports Travel: Super Eagles begin preparations in Warsaw for friendlies vs Poland and Portugal despite key absences. Boxing & Nigeria Connection: Anthony Joshua says he’ll return to the ring July 25 in Jeddah, after the December crash that killed two of his friends in Nigeria.
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