Health & Maternal Care: Niger’s government has inaugurated N100m Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (CEmONC) equipment at key hospitals in Bida to speed treatment for obstetric emergencies and cut maternal and newborn deaths. Justice & Rights: Nigeria’s NHRC recorded 354,997 human rights complaints in July, up 20%, as it deepens a two-year partnership with Hope Behind Bars Africa to widen access to justice and digital rights. Security & Accountability: A mob in Minna, Niger State, beat and stabbed a man to death over alleged theft; police say four suspects were arrested, while other raids led to more arrests. Elections & Peace: Major political parties and presidential candidates signed a National Peace Accord for 2027, pledging issue-based campaigns and rejecting hate speech and violence, though Tinubu and Atiku were absent. Climate & Health Risk: A new study warns heat risks to older people are far worse than previously estimated, urging stronger protection as temperatures rise. Business & Connectivity: Airtel Nigeria says it has added over 1,000 cell sites and is nearing 18,000 total sites, pushing 4G coverage deeper into underserved areas. Regional Development: ECOWAS launched a $65,000 Startup Awards prize pool, with 60 entrepreneurs expected to compete across West Africa. Sports: Niger State says it needs N63m to participate in the 2026 National Sports Festival in Enugu.