Public Health in Niger: Niger State confirmed 124 diphtheria cases with 17 deaths across Bida, Suleja and Shiroro, while three new cases were detected; officials say immunisation, surveillance and public awareness are being strengthened and parents are urged to vaccinate children. Climate-Security in the Niger Delta: Stakeholders in Port Harcourt warn climate change is worsening flooding, coastal erosion, mangrove loss and irregular rainfall—pushing communities into poverty, displacement and resource conflicts—calling for climate resilience in peacebuilding. Energy Infrastructure & Security: Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) says Nigeria’s $20bn gas deals could boost industrialisation and jobs, but pipeline vandalism, crude theft and sabotage threaten returns; it urges stronger protection and community support. Sahel Regional Engagement: Nigeria’s foreign affairs ministry calls for deeper ties with Sahel and Lake Chad states, proposing a development compact to tackle shared security and sustainable development challenges. Safer Learning: Reports say insecurity has shut or disrupted at least 65 schools across northern Nigeria, leaving thousands of children out of class and raising risks of child labour and early marriage. Urban/Water Resilience (Sahel): A new report highlights the Sahel “greening” trend—more water storage, rising wells and recovering Lake Chad—linked to increased rainfall after decades of drought.