Sahel Security: A wave of deadly bandit attacks hit Niger State communities in Borgu LGA, with reports of at least 12 killed, homes burned and cattle rustled, as local vigilantes launch a manhunt. School Safety Panic: In Niger State, police dismissed rumours of school attacks in Bosso, Kpakungu, Sabon-Wuse and Lambata, and also debunked a Suleja kidnapping scare—after parents and pupils fled in fear. Niger State Insecurity: Another report from Suleja described panic after an alleged bandit invasion scare in Chaza, forcing teachers and pupils to run. Regional Politics & Pressure: Prominent Nigerians led by Prof. Attahiru Jega and Prof. Ibrahim Gambari warned Nigeria faces a “dangerous crossroads” as insecurity, alleged electoral manipulation and weakened institutions converge. Energy & Infrastructure: Algeria broke ground on its Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline section, linking Nigeria’s gas through Niger to Europe. Global Watch: The IAEA board passed a US-backed resolution demanding Iran declare enriched uranium stockpiles and allow urgent inspector access, with Russia, China and Niger voting against. Democracy Day Protest: Rights lawyer Femi Falana and civil society groups mobilised for June 12 protests over insecurity, hunger and economic hardship under Tinubu.