Food Prices & Inflation: Nigeria’s headline inflation climbed to 15.93% in May, with food inflation rising to 16.96% as staples like onions, maize, tomatoes, ginger and beans get pricier, squeezing household budgets. Border Security: Nigeria’s defence, border agencies, states and traditional rulers agreed to strengthen border security with early warning and early response systems to curb cross-border crime and smuggling. Power & Infrastructure Risk: Niger State’s electricity transmission line is hit by vandalism, with 14 spans of a 132kV line destroyed in Lambata, raising repair costs and threatening supply to hospitals and businesses. Terror Trials: Nigeria continues mass terrorism prosecutions in Abuja, with 400+ suspects arraigned and another batch of 600+ cases underway, as courts expand capacity to clear backlogs. Drug Asset Recovery: NDLEA auctioned forfeited properties worth N6.15bn, led by a Lagos hotel sold for N5.9bn, as the agency pushes to deny traffickers profits. Skills & Jobs: Ilorin Innovation Hub targets youth income through digital training, including a “Learn to Earn” model aiming for $2,000 monthly earnings. Niger Mining Crackdown: Niger State shut six illegal mineral processing sites and held peace talks with host communities to reduce disputes and boost revenue.