Security & Governance: Youth Arise Movement urged President Tinubu to act decisively as insecurity worsens, warning that attacks on schools and communities are crippling businesses and livelihoods. Tinubu, on Democracy Day, told armed groups to “surrender or face full force,” announcing 50,000 new police officers and a N5.41tn security budget, while Defence Minister Musa said security agencies are “performing magic” without a national database. Kidnapping & Police Operations: Katsina Police foiled a kidnapping attempt on the Katsina–Kankara highway, rescuing nine of 11 passengers after a gun battle; Kebbi Governor Idris handed over land for a mobile police base in Zuru. Public Finance & Procurement Oversight: FRC and NIQS signed an MoU to strengthen forensic cost auditing of MDAs’ contract awards and procurement irregularities. Democracy Dividend Debate: Ex-lawmaker Shina Peller said democracy has failed ordinary Nigerians, while multiple voices on June 12 stressed insecurity and poverty have hollowed out the “dividends.” FX & Markets: The naira weakened WoW by N5.08 to about N1,363.83/$ as dollar liquidity slowed despite rising reserves. Agriculture & Fertiliser: FG secured 2026 wet-season fertiliser supply early, locking in vessels for NPK production and saving over $42m ahead of global disruptions. Labour Rights: Nigeria was given a September deadline by the ILO to report on steps to address workers’ rights and trade union freedom concerns.