Debt vs Education: UNESCO reports many developing countries spent more on servicing foreign debt than on education in 2025, with sub-Saharan Africa paying 3.6 times more on debt than education—worsened by funding cuts that hit countries including Niger. Climate Resilience Spotlight: Lagos was ranked West Africa’s most climate-resilient city in the West Africa Climate Governance Index, scoring 86.3/100 and earning an “A” grade for climate-risk governance. Biodiversity Action: The Nigerian Conservation Foundation says it planted 265,561 trees and restored 300 hectares of degraded land in 2025, pushing stronger biodiversity conservation. Weather Watch: NiMet forecasts rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and possible localized flooding across Nigeria, including parts of Niger State. Security & Land Pressure: Northern governors’ forum inaugurated a Northern Nigeria Security Trust Fund board, aiming to tackle banditry and terrorism that disrupt farming and livelihoods. Ogoniland Cleanup: Civil society groups praised HYPREP’s Ogoni remediation progress, citing restored mangroves and revived livelihood activities like periwinkle harvesting. Energy Transition Debate: Niger Delta stakeholders marked 70 years of oil extraction by calling for healing and a just transition, not more oil wells. Plastic/Urban Hygiene Angle: Lagos lawmakers advanced a bill to ban street begging, citing public safety and sanitation concerns.