AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPassport & Mobility: Nigeria’s passport slipped to 90th in the Henley Passport Index (July 2026), with visa-free access to just 44 destinations—an overall ranking drop despite the same score. Biodiversity & Field Science: Bioko Island researchers spotted rare drills (mandrills) in a “living laboratory” setting, highlighting how isolation across Gulf of Guinea islands shapes evolution—relevant to São Tomé and Príncipe’s own research potential. Coastal Resilience Debate: Ghana’s WACA ResIP 2 sea defence delays are drawing criticism over whether coastal protection is being prioritized fairly, echoing colonial-era arguments about “value” of communities—an issue São Tomé and Príncipe can watch closely as it plans resilience work. Energy Policy: São Tomé and Príncipe rejected bids for three offshore oil blocs after only Petrobras and Nigeria’s Oranto Petroleum submitted offers, citing weak competition and shifting global investment appetite. Lusophone Cooperation: CPLP marked 30 years and pushed stronger inter-parliamentary, democratic governance, and institutional resilience cooperation across member states, including São Tomé and Príncipe.
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