Healthcare Outreach: NEPL/Seplat Energy JV teamed up with Edo Specialist Hospital in Benin City for a three-day “Eye Can See” drive, screening thousands, performing surgeries, and giving out free glasses and other checks. Digital Policy & Spectrum: GSMA endorsed the Abuja Ministerial Declaration on Meaningful Connectivity and backed ATLAS Umoja AI, pushing technology-neutral rules and better satellite access, with Benin among supporting governments. Maritime Sanctions Evasion: A report warns Iranian and Russian “shadow fleets” are using fake websites mimicking African maritime registries to generate bogus documents and dodge sanctions. Security on Roads: Delta police arrested nine suspects in a crackdown on illegal roadblocks and extortion points, with cases set for court after investigations. Benin-Linked Industrial Push: Vice President Shettima toured Benin’s Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone, urging African countries to stop exporting raw materials and instead build local processing; six Nigerian governors pledged to replicate the textile and agro-processing model. Primary Health Focus: Edo stakeholders signed a PHC Sustainability Commitment at the Edo Shine PHC Summit 2026 to strengthen universal health coverage through better primary care. Sports (Benin): Buffles du Borgou appointed Nigerian coach Stanley Eguma as head coach for 2026/27.