Flood Watch in Niger: Nigeria’s environment ministry has put 2,000 locations across 39 states and the FCT on flood watch (Aug 15–28), with 914 communities flagged as critical-risk as heavy rain, saturated soil, runoff and rising rivers threaten homes, farms, roads and infrastructure. Niger State “Two Abode” Plan: Niger State says it will relocate riverine families to upland residences during rainy seasons to protect women and children, after recent flash floods destroyed hundreds of houses. Niger Delta Pollution Pressure: Activists and stakeholders renewed calls to extend Ogoni cleanup beyond Ogoniland, warning of re-pollution if other impacted communities are ignored. Gas Seepage & Oil Spill Response: Nigeria’s House committee demanded urgent, time-bound action to stop prolonged Bille gas seepage (Rivers) and the Odidi oil spill (Delta), citing health, safety and livelihood damage. Oil Firms’ Unpaid Levies: EFCC recovered N83.59bn and $98.07m in NDDC statutory levies from oil companies, as groups say communities keep bearing pollution and degraded farmlands. Heat Risk Across the Region: A new report highlights extreme heat as a growing, deadly climate threat for millions across vulnerable countries, underscoring the urgency of adaptation. ECOWAS Startup Award: ECOWAS opened a $65,000 startup award for West African innovators, including Niger, with support aimed at sustainable value chains and digital transformation.