AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDesert Safety Alert: At least 49 travellers died of thirst in Niger’s Sahara after a truck broke down in a remote area more than 80km west of Assamaka; two survivors trekked over 50km to reach water and alert authorities. Capital Security: Niger’s junta ordered demolition of illegally built homes near Niamey airport after authorities said the area was infiltrated by jihadists ahead of attacks. Sahel Diplomacy: Benin’s new president Romuald Wadagni made Niger his first foreign stop, securing talks on reopening the Niger–Benin border and coordinating against terrorism and banditry. Travel & Pilgrimage Logistics: Flynas announced return airlifts for 2026 Hajj pilgrims, starting with Nasarawa on June 3, then Ogun and Kebbi from June 4, using six A330 aircraft. Border/Transit Risks: Reports highlight ongoing deadly risks for travellers and migrants across the Sahara corridor, where breakdowns and lack of water can turn journeys fatal.
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