AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoConstitution Watch: Guinea-Bissau voters have provisionally backed a new constitution, with 70% in favour, expanding presidential powers ahead of a December presidential election. The reforms let the president appoint and dismiss the prime minister and cabinet, create or abolish ministries, and dissolve parliament in a grave political crisis, while reducing parliament seats from 102 to 65; the main opposition PAIGC boycotted the vote, calling it a threat to democracy. Super Eagles Fitness: Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen was forced off after scoring for Galatasaray, raising fresh doubts for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers—Nigeria open against Madagascar on Sept 23 and then travel to Guinea-Bissau four days later. Local Football Export: Guinea-Bissau international Beto has completed a permanent move from Everton to Fiorentina, with reports putting the package around £15.4m. Sports & Media: Coventry’s Frank Onyeka is available after injury, while Femi Azeez waits for his Premier League debut. Fashion & Commerce: A new report looks at how Shein and Temu’s social-media-driven model is reshaping African clothing markets and pressuring local jobs. ECOWAS Books: ECOWAS unveiled publications on its peacekeeping and peacemaking work, including a book on interventions in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea-Bissau.
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