Mass Terror Trials in Abuja: Nigeria’s Federal Government says it secured 150 convictions on the first day of a mass trial of over 600 suspected terrorists, with more cases expected across multiple courtrooms. Papiri School Kidnapping Verdict: A Nigerian court sentenced five men linked to the Papiri Catholic boarding school abduction to 25 years each after a rapid terrorism-related trial. Niger Police Pushback: Niger State Police dismissed claims of 50 travellers kidnapped on the Lunma–Wawa road in Borgu, saying checks found no abduction—only an attempted attack. Niger Uranium Talks: In Niamey, Niger’s mines ministry held talks with GoviEx on a revised convention for the Madaouela uranium project, as the country seeks stronger state control and revenue. Power Infrastructure Hit in Niger State: TCN warned that vandals destroyed 14 power transmission towers and damaged conductors, threatening electricity supply and safety. Border Security Plan: Nigeria’s federal government, states and traditional rulers agreed to strengthen border protection using early warning and early response mechanisms. Human Rights & Law: Niger’s junta recriminalized consensual same-sex relations, with penalties of 5–10 years, while Nigeria’s courts continue to face allegations of coerced guilty pleas in separatist cases.