Road Reconstruction (NDDC): NDDC has started rebuilding the failed Benin–Sapele Expressway corridor, deploying two contractors from opposite ends after Tinubu’s directive, with officials apologising to commuters and flagging possible contract termination and re-award for the Abraka–Obiaruku–Abavo–Agbor stretch. Regional Infrastructure (Edo/Power): Edo State secured transmission and distribution licences for a 100MW power project, aiming for commissioning before end-2026, while NISO said recent power allocation changes in Lagos/Abuja/North were due to transmission line outages, not generation shortfalls. Public Finance & Governance (Tax): Edo’s EIRS boss urged Nigerians to prioritise tax payments over tithes and offerings, warning that evasion undermines government service delivery. Human Security (Drugs): NDLEA seized over ₦6.2bn in Captagon (“Jihadi drug”) and opioids at Lagos airport, arresting a cross-border kingpin from Ghana. Rights & Support (Trafficking): GPI launched a 12-month programme for 30 female trafficking survivors in Edo, combining counselling, case management and reintegration planning. Education (NABTEB): NABTEB set Sept 10, 2026 as the deadline for Nov/Dec exam registration (modular trades runs to Sept 30). Health (Nursing): UBTH’s College of Nursing Sciences received NUC approval to start BNSc from 2026/27. Local Politics & Safety (Niger/Borgu): ADC candidate Dantoro demanded a permanent security presence in Borgu Emirate amid kidnappings and restrictions on farming and movement.