Climate & Food Security (Niamey): A new study on peri-urban farming around Niamey shows climate-smart agriculture benefits are shaped by gender, with rainfall already dropping sharply and Sahel warming expected to intensify pressure on smallholders. Renewables (Niger): Niger State Governor Umaru Bago inaugurated a 12-member steering committee for a 100MW off-grid solar project in Maikunkele, Bosso LGA, funded by the Islamic Development Bank, aiming to expand reliable clean power. Regional Power & Environment (South-South): South-South governors in Calabar backed Tinubu’s 2027 bid while pushing for rail, port upgrades, coastal highway development, and “environmental remediation” demands. Wildlife Protection: Nigeria’s conservation group NCF warns illegal trade in vulture parts is driving vultures toward extinction and calls for stronger enforcement and vulture safe zones. Pollution & Public Health (Rivers, Niger Delta): Reports say at least 37 people died after inhaling toxic fumes during illegal “Indorama fuel” loading at Okari Jetty, highlighting the deadly link between oil theft and environmental harm. Weather Watch (Nigeria): NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rains across northern and central areas, with risks of localized flooding. Agriculture Finance (Niger Delta): IFAD approved an extra $32m for LIFE-ND, boosting budgets and expanding digital/AI advisory services for rural women and youth agripreneurs.