Insecurity in the North-West: Gunmen attacked Lajinge village in Sokoto, killing at least 12 people, burning a family, and abducting women and children, as police launch investigations. Politics & Elections: Osun’s Governor Ademola Adeleke warned that his state “will not accept any rigging” ahead of the August 15 governorship election, while APC in Osun hit back at Adeleke’s criticism of Tinubu, calling it desperation. Rivers/2027 Politics: Nyesom Wike dismissed Rotimi Amaechi’s emergence as Atiku’s running mate as “dead on arrival,” arguing Amaechi can’t deliver votes. Court & Electoral Act: A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed the NDC suit seeking to void sections of the Electoral Act 2026, ruling they align with the constitution. Sports & National Pride: Tinubu congratulated Team Nigeria after Glasgow 2026, where Nigeria won 24 medals (10 gold), while Moshood Abiola Stadium Abuja was temporarily shut over a security threat. Housing Finance: FMBN fire in Abuja: the housing minister says no critical records or customer data were lost, with operations expected to continue. Customs Recruitment: Nigeria Customs released the final list for ASC II recruitment and says future recruitment will be yearly. Energy/Business: Dangote Sugar returned to profit in H1 2026, and Reuters reports Dangote refinery plans a major IPO to raise about $5bn in October.