Water Safety in Niger State: Experts warn that pollution, climate change and human activities are degrading groundwater quality, urging urgent protection of water bodies after a sensitisation on conserving groundwater at Tagwai Dam in Minna. Oil Theft Crackdown in Rivers: The Nigerian Navy says it dismantled four illegal refining sites in Egbema axis and recovered about 43,000 litres of suspected illegally refined products, stepping up Operation DELTA SENTINEL. Niger Delta Poverty & Community Needs: International Alert Nigeria and the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs visited Eastern Obolo communities to assess impacts of oil and gas exploration, pushing for inclusive development with private sector partners. Security Pressure in Kaduna: Operation ENDURING PEACE intercepted terrorists’ logistics suppliers in Zangon Kataf, recovering weapons and arresting suspects heading toward Niger State. Sahel Livestock Push: The First Africa Pastoral Markets Forum opened in Addis Ababa, calling for investment and stronger market systems to boost pastoral livelihoods and resilience. Climate & Heat Health: A new report says climate change has doubled heat-related sleep loss in major cities, with West Africa including Nigeria, Niger and Burkina Faso affected. World Population Day: UN marks global population at about 8.3 billion, renewing calls for youth-focused sustainable development.