NFF Governance Crisis: Nigeria Football Federation’s fact-finding report alleges pay-to-play and interference in team selection and coach appointments, with claims that some board members and management get payments while players suffer. Economic Growth Watch: NBS says Nigeria’s real GDP grew 4.43% in Q2 2026, driven by agriculture and services, even as industrial growth slowed. Anti-Corruption Push: EFCC says it recovered ₦1.233tn and $684.48m in 34 months under Ola Olukoyede, securing 10,872 convictions. Fuel, Inflation and Policy Pressure: Experts urge more crude supply to local refineries and stronger farm support to tame inflation; meanwhile, cocoa prices rise on West African quality concerns and tomato prices crash in Bauchi after supply improves. Transport and Trade Moves: FG highlights rail and port projects to cut road accidents; NPA expects 26 vessels at Lagos ports; Dangote’s refinery expansion is set to boost shipping activity. Digital Finance and Payments: Paystack’s acquisition of Allawee surfaced via shutdown notices, while SEC says Nigeria’s T+1 settlement is on smooth course; global payments research flags cross-border flows surging to $320tn by 2032. Security and Governance: Tinubu urges community-based security for North Central and reaffirms open-grazing exit; EFCC and political critics trade barbs over leadership travel and hardship allowances. Housing Strain: Cross River lawmakers urge landlords to moderate rents as tenants face sharp hikes. Business Climate: FG launches “Hire From Nigeria” to market local skills globally; Afreximbank appoints senior executives to deepen regional operations.