AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCounterterrorism Clash: Nigeria and the U.S. say a joint strike in northeast Nigeria killed Abu‑Bilal al‑Minuki, described by Washington as ISIS’s global No. 2—while human rights lawyer Femi Falana warns President Tinubu against relying on Trump’s claims, saying Nigeria had already declared the commander dead in 2024. Politics & Primaries: Nigeria’s ADC postponed its presidential and governorship screening to May 18, moving affected northern aspirants to Abuja over security. Tech & Connectivity: Uganda granted Starlink a licence to operate, aiming to expand satellite internet access. AI in the Real Economy: PwC says 82% of African firms are running AI pilots, but few scale them into measurable returns—urging faster, smarter implementation. Culture & Youth: Amagugu Africa Day events are using theatre, poetry and performance to reconnect young people with African traditions. Health Watch: Africa CDC reports a new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, with dozens of deaths and hundreds of suspected cases.
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