Flood Risk & Early Warnings: Nigeria issued a flood alert for 14 states as heavy downpours intensify, urging people in river and dam-adjacent areas to relocate, clear drains and avoid flooded roads. Disaster Recovery in Niger: Niger State’s ACReSAL opened bids to reclaim and restore the Mokwa gully erosion site after the May 2025 flood, with the project scope expanded and redesigned following the disaster. Lake Chad Crisis: The Environment Minister warned that Lake Chad has receded by 91%, threatening livelihoods, food security and displacement, and called for stronger international action to restore the basin. Sahel Threats: North Africa and the Sahel face a locust upsurge, with Morocco under the highest pressure as swarms could spread. Niger Delta Food Push: Vice President Shettima launched a $500m Niger Delta Agricultural Investment Fund to shift the region from oil dependence to agribusiness and jobs. Oil & Environment: Improved pipeline surveillance is credited with boosting Nigeria’s crude output and reducing theft, while stakeholders also warn that the rush for critical minerals could worsen insecurity and deforestation if governance is weak. Community Climate Action: Hyundai opened registration for Forest Run 2026, aiming to plant about 100,000 trees in Niger alongside its eco-friendly run. Weather Outlook: NiMet forecast three days of cloudiness, thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall across Nigeria, with flooding risk in parts of the south.