US Visa Ruling: A New York federal judge struck down a Trump policy that froze immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Nigeria, calling it “patently unlawful” and beyond the State Department’s authority. Edo Cultural Governance: Senator Adams Oshiomhole’s committee recommends the Museum of West African Art project be handed to the Oba of Benin for management, arguing the monarchy is the right custodian of heritage. Sokoto Security Crisis: An ADC governorship candidate in Sokoto says insecurity is worsening, citing reports of over 100 deaths in attacks and a deadly boat accident. Lake Chad Stability: Yobe Governor Mai Mala Buni pledges Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum commitment to security and economic growth, stressing stronger coordination with the Lake Chad Basin Commission. Kenya Housing Access: Kenya moves to help mortgage seekers beyond payslips, urging lenders to use mobile money, SACCO savings, rental and utility histories. DR Congo Ebola: Africa CDC warns the outbreak is surging, with cases and deaths climbing fast as vaccine deliveries continue. Ghana–Russia Trade: Ghana and Russia say economic cooperation is entering a new phase, with bilateral trade now above $800m and talks on local-currency payments. Ogun Politics: Ogun’s APC leader receives PDP and ADC defectors ahead of 2027, promising grassroots mobilisation. Ebola in the spotlight: Europe’s wildfires also raise fears of buried World War bombs being reactivated by heat.