Health & Labour: NARD extended its expired 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government by four more weeks, warning it may trigger industrial action if welfare and professional demands for resident doctors aren’t met. SMEs & Jobs: An Anambra First Lady, Nonye Soludo, used MSME Day to push sustained support for small businesses, framing them as engines for inclusive growth in an AI-driven future. Education & Skills: Nigeria hit a milestone as 24 universities made the 2026 Times Higher Education rankings, with UNILAG and UI among top performers. Consumer Protection (Fuel): FCCPC dismissed claims it approved 48 new digital loan apps, and separately warned fuel marketers over exploitative pricing despite crude price drops. Energy & Security: The Nigerian Navy recovered 22,870 litres of suspected illegally refined AGO in Rivers State, disrupting fuel theft logistics. Climate & Industry: Cross River’s Gov. Otu urged stronger global climate finance and support for subnational governments at Chatham House, while a report projects large job creation from Africa’s green transition. Aviation & Trade: United Nigeria Airlines was admitted as a full AFRAA member, boosting its regional connectivity push.