AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCross-border policing: Nigeria’s INTERPOL-backed operation in Kano led to the arrest of Chadian murder suspect Mahadijiria Abdoulaye, wanted over the May 3, 2026 torture and killing of Nazik Mahamat Saleh; she was repatriated to N’Djamena on Aug. 14 via Lomé under bilateral police cooperation. Regional trade push: ECOWAS held border dialogue at the Noépé-Akanu crossing (Ghana–Togo) to cut delays on the Abidjan–Lagos corridor, with calls for sustained public education so traders and travelers can use the Free Movement protocol properly. Diplomacy: Switzerland appointed Dr Thomas Oertle as Ambassador-designate to Ghana, Benin and Togo, citing his experience in international cooperation and postings across Africa and the Middle East. Environment & investment: Togo adopted a new law on protected areas, setting rules on community rights, compensation and financing to support green investment and conservation. Food sector spotlight: Lomé hosted the 5th Festival La Marmite (FESMA), featuring local food value chains and an innovation push through Aug. 16.
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