Aviation & Jobs: The FG has started paying N18bn severance benefits to 2,700 former Nigeria Airways workers after a 22-year wait, with 2,100 already paid and the remaining 600 cleared for disbursement soon. Power Sector: Experts warn DisCos’ billing and collection failures are undermining Nigeria’s power market, citing a huge N1.36trn revenue shortfall and high losses that threaten the value chain. Elections & Tech: Ahead of 2027, tech stakeholders and privacy lawyers are pushing for stronger oversight of electoral systems, warning that poor connectivity, cyber risks, and misinformation could erode trust; ADC also demands INEC publish clear PVC timelines to avoid disenfranchisement. Security & Governance: The Supreme Court-backed local government autonomy fight is still stuck, with councils not receiving direct Federation Account allocations; meanwhile, the Nigerian Army chief says today’s security threats demand new strategies beyond yesterday’s solutions. Health: Abuja records two diphtheria deaths as authorities activate incident response teams. Politics: APC blocs are reportedly rising against Wike’s “Rainbow Coalition” ahead of 2027, while Nigerians continue to question whether their votes will count. Business & Tax: Businesses and tax professionals raise fresh concerns over implementation of Nigeria’s new tax regime, calling for clearer rules and certainty. Sports: Tobi Amusan wins silver and $75,000 at the World Athletics Ultimate Championships; Rangers qualify for the CAF Champions League next round after a penalty win over Benin’s AS Sobemap.