Income & Inclusion: Nigeria’s Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion unveiled the National Income Activation Initiative (NIAI) at #SheIsIncluded 2026, pushing “Learn. Activate. Earn” to move women and youths from training into real income opportunities. Roads & Rural Access: Senator Nasiha Gusau flagged off the ₦16.8bn University Gate–Kwalkwalawa–Inname–Binji Road in Sokoto, backed by RAAMP, SCALE-UP and the World Bank, to boost market and farm access. Steel Revival: FG signed an agreement to revive the moribund Delta Steel Company in Ovwian-Aladja, aiming to restart operations and create jobs in Nigeria’s industrial base. Oil & Gas Investment: Analysts warn Nigeria’s $50bn oil and gas target faces weak domestic financing for deep offshore/onshore projects, even as tax incentives are expected to help. Fuel Subsidy Politics: Atiku and Tinubu trade blows over a production-linked, capped subsidy model, with experts arguing support should shift toward domestic refining and production. Capital Markets: NGX’s H1 2026 rally is credited to domestic capital, while FMDQ Exchange approved new bonds and commercial papers to fund healthcare and diversified businesses. Energy for Households: FG plans to expand LPG access to 10m+ households by 2060, using refill points, free refills and digital cylinder tracking. Digital & Data Rules: CBN’s data localisation push for payment transaction records in Nigeria by Jan 1, 2027 raises compliance pressure for fintechs and banks. Ports/Shipping: Nigeria’s ports regulator transition and US lifting of a 12-year vessel entry restriction signal easing maritime friction for trade. Security & Governance: Enugu’s Safe City surveillance centre operates amid a stated oversight law gap, raising accountability questions.