Niger State Mosque Abductions: Nigeria’s IGP Tunji Disu has deployed a joint rescue team to Niger State after mass abductions in Borgu, with police saying they’re working with locals to confirm numbers and avoid rushed moves that could endanger captives. Kidnap Economy: A report by SBM Intelligence says 7,825 people were abducted in Nigeria between July 2025 and June 2026, with families paying about ₦7.78bn in ransom; it warns the money is fueling more violence and school attacks. Border Politics: ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar vowed to reopen Nigeria’s land borders and boost southern ports, arguing closures have bankrupted traders and worsened insecurity; aviation minister Festus Keyamo dismissed the plan. Power Disruption: TCN declared force majeure after three towers collapsed on the 132kV Birnin Kebbi–Niamey line, disrupting bulk supply to Niamey and prompting rehabilitation work. Infrastructure Watch: Nigeria’s Kano–Katsina rail project is reported at 80% completion, with the federal government reiterating a December 2026 commissioning target. Anti-Vandal Measures: Works Minister Dave Umahi ordered CCTV and solar streetlights for the First Niger Bridge to curb theft and dangerous vandalism.