State Police Push: President Tinubu has sent the Constitution (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026 to the House of Representatives for constitutional approval, aiming to create a legal pathway for state police within a dual policing system. Democracy Under Pressure: ADC warns the judiciary not to help Tinubu “destroy Nigeria’s democracy” after an Appeal Court order barred INEC from recognising ADC state congresses, saying the move could push the country toward a one-party state. Religious Violence Condemnation: The European Parliament passed an urgency resolution calling for an end to persecution of Christians in Nigeria, citing the Kawel village massacre in Plateau where over 20 Christians were killed. Oil & FX Shockwaves: Dangote Refinery has shifted refined product pricing to dollar-denominated rates, ending naira sales at the refinery, while Nigeria’s crude output hit a 74-month high in June, exceeding OPEC quota—yet analysts warn security and pipeline issues still threaten earnings. Payments Regulation: The CBN reiterated rules for data localisation and beneficial owner disclosure for payment service providers and banks to strengthen oversight of Nigeria’s digital payments. Anti-Crime Actions: Customs at Apapa seized Cannabis Indica worth about ₦26.56bn hidden in imported vehicles; in Kwara, NSCDC arrested two suspects for vandalising and stealing TCN materials. Education & Security: NUT commended the rescue of abducted Oriire teachers and learners in Oyo after 56 days, urging stronger school security and rapid emergency response systems. Sports & Culture: Nigeria’s Super Falcons began WAFCON 2026 camp in Morocco; D’Tigers swept FIBA qualifiers; and Lagos hosts a digital-age art exhibition, Core Cuore, exploring online identity and memory.