World Cup & Afrobeats: Burna Boy’s historic 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime performance with Shakira keeps Nigeria’s music on the global spotlight, even as reactions to public commentary spark debate. Poverty & daily life: A World Bank-backed report says 79% of Nigerians are poor or vulnerable despite reforms and palliatives, with inflation and weak purchasing power doing the heavy damage. Diaspora & healthcare: FG launches the Nigerians in Diaspora Advanced Health Programme (NiDAH-P) to plug Nigeria’s health workforce gap through a diaspora portal and virtual/physical support. Digital rights & data: SERAP and RULAAC warn that Nigeria’s Data Protection (Amendment) Bill could expand government powers over social media, threatening expression and access. Tax culture & compliance: NRS sets July 31 as the deadline for large taxpayers to fully adopt e-invoicing/EFS, with enforcement looming for defaulting firms. Security & schools: Troops in Borno foiled an ISWAP attempt to abduct students at FGGC Monguno, rescuing 46—tragic losses reported. Migration tensions: Nigeria halts repatriation from South Africa amid rising xenophobia-linked pressure, leaving stranded citizens waiting at diplomatic missions. Community identity & conflict claims: Plateau’s BYM rejects MACBAN’s allegations over herders’ deaths, escalating a familiar cycle of competing narratives. Women in leadership: Government plans to revive Women Political Empowerment Centres to train, mentor and support aspiring women politicians ahead of 2027. Culture & sport events: Commonwealth Fencing Championships confirm 20 countries for Lagos, while Pan-Afrikan Drum Festival details point to a fresh wave of African cultural celebration in Toronto.