Flood Response in Niger State: Northern Senators Forum is urging federal and Niger State governments to stop treating Shiroro flooding as an annual emergency and instead adopt a permanent plan, including a Shiroro Flood Management Master Plan, independent review of dam operations (Shiroro, Kainji, Jebba), flood forecasting and early-warning systems, and floodplain resettlement with compensation and livelihood support. Security at Niger Power Infrastructure: The 31 Artillery Brigade commander ordered troops at the Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Plant to stay vigilant and avoid distractions like unnecessary phone use, betting and gambling. Sahel Military Support: Algeria says it has delivered four helicopters (Mi-24V and Mi-171) and military equipment to Niger to strengthen defence cooperation. Bandit Attack Aftermath: Niger State police report nine bodies recovered from the Wawa-Lumma road in Borgu after a suspected bandit attack, with clearance operations intensified. Child Abuse Sentencing: A Minna court jailed a man for 13 years and ordered 20 strokes for sexually abusing a 10-year-old, plus ₦250,000 compensation. Football Tragedy and Rumours: Katsina United confirmed defender Chinedu Ozor’s death after a collapse during a pre-season friendly, while repeatedly denying claims he regained consciousness in the mortuary. Media Rights Watch: MFWA calls on Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger and Guinea to end arbitrary arrests and prolonged detention of journalists and civil society actors.