AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoIntelligence & Security: A new Africa-focused opinion piece argues that state intelligence agencies are now central to peace and security across the continent, from early warning and counterterrorism to cybersecurity and protecting constitutional order. Community Policing: Nigeria’s Magnus Onyibe promotes “state police” in a new book, pushing policing closer to communities and boosting grassroots intelligence to tackle insecurity. Red Sea & Sahel Tensions: Africa File reports that African coalition partners are not rushing to join action against Yemen’s Houthis after the Bab al Mandeb shift, while Sahel-Sahara rebel groups keep gaining ground amid proxy support dynamics. Regional Violence: Cameroon’s Far North saw an early-morning Madegoua attack killing at least 15, with Boko Haram or ISWAP suspected. Wildlife & Heritage: Chad’s scimitar-horned oryx comeback is highlighted—only 25 returned in 2016, and the herd has now grown past 600 after reintroductions. Media Spotlight: Nigeria’s Army honored News Central TV correspondent Umaru Yakubu Kirawa for brave reporting across the North East and the Lake Chad region.
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