AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTax Reform Push: WATAF gathered nearly 400 participants from 16 countries to modernize Value Added Tax (VAT) administration using digital tools, aiming to boost sustainable domestic revenue across West Africa. Power Security: TCN reported a suspected vandal crushed to death after a 330kV Ughelli–Benin transmission tower collapsed in Delta, with another tower also vandalised—renewing pressure to protect critical electricity infrastructure. Cross-Border Defence: Nigeria and Benin agreed to deepen defence cooperation in Cotonou, including real-time intelligence sharing to curb cross-border crime, terrorism and piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. Roads and Cost of Delay: Benin–Warri corridor users described long, dangerous delays linked to failing road sections, highlighting how infrastructure gaps keep hitting livelihoods. Energy Billing Watch: Nigeria’s NERC said consumers paid N208.15bn for electricity in May 2026, while revenue collection improved but billing efficiency fell. Health Insurance Spotlight: Edo’s NHIA GIFSHIP scheme was praised for covering 4,000 residents in Ovia Federal Constituency, underscoring growing demand for accessible healthcare.
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