Kidnapping Rescue: Nigeria’s military says it has rescued the widow of retired Gen. Rabe Abubakar, abducted in Katsina, and she is now receiving treatment after kidnappers allegedly shot her during the operation. Drug Trafficking: Nigerian Customs and UAE counterparts intercepted a large Tramadol shipment at Lagos airport and handed it to NDLEA for investigation. Security & Schools: A Cherubim and Seraphim Church protest in Oyo State renewed calls for the release of abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire, as lawmakers and public figures warn Nigeria is sliding into a security disaster. Politics & Courts: Opposition figures including Peter Obi and Timi Frank condemned court-ordered deregistration of ADC and other parties, warning it could undermine trust in institutions ahead of 2027. Digital Payments: The CBN ordered banks and fintechs to store payment transaction data on Nigerian servers from Jan 1, 2027, alongside beneficial ownership disclosures. Cost of Living: Food inflation hit 16.96% in May, while cooking gas prices reportedly climbed to about N2,500/kg, prompting FG moves to boost LPG imports. Sports & Culture: Nigeria’s Digital Addressing push advanced with a national postcode workshop, and SportyTV is set to bring more live sport to DStv/GOtv across Africa.