Your scannable roundup of what Nigeria is talking about today — top stories across the beats, each linked to its source.
🇳🇬 Top Stories
ECOWAS: 32 million West Africans risk displacement due to climate crisis
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says about 32 million community citizens currently risk displacement due to the climate crisis, which requires about 294 billion dollars to tackle. Kalilou Sylla, ECOWAS Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, disclosed this at a regional workshop to validate the framework for the establishment of a West African carbon market platform. The commissioner noted that West Africa remained highly vulnerable to climate change, with temperatures projected to rise by between one-and-a-half and three degrees Celsius by 2050.
Gunmen kill two, torch houses in Plateau communities
Gunmen have reportedly killed two persons and set several houses on fire during their invasion in four communities within the Berom area of Plateau State. In a statement on Wednesday, Rwang Tengwong, spokesman for the Berom Youth Moulders Association, condemned the fresh attacks, adding that some residents were also injured. He described the incidents as another disturbing threat to the lives and livelihoods of innocent people.
White House press secretary Leavitt resigns, Trump announces
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has resigned from her role, President Donald Trump says. Mr Trump announced Ms Leavitt’s resignation in a post on Truth Social on Wednesday, saying she would depart at the end of the month to spend more time with her young children and family. He said she would become one of his top outside advisers and an influential voice within the Republican Party.
Kogi commends foundation for reconstructing community school
The Kogi government has commended the Henry Adetayo Foundation for reconstructing Community Secondary School, Oke-Agi, in Mopamuro council area. Kingsley Fanwo, commissioner for information and communications, gave the commendation on Wednesday when he inspected the newly reconstructed school. He described the project as a remarkable demonstration of responsible citizenship and a worthy investment in the community’s future.
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💼 Business & Economy
Nigeria seeks fresh capital to bridge $200 billion gas infrastructure gap
Nigeria is seeking fresh capital to bridge a $200 billion gas infrastructure gap, according to a report by The Guardian Nigeria News.
Nigeria tops Africa’s food-insecure countries as 36.3m face starvation
Nigeria tops Africa’s food-insecure countries as 36.3 million people face starvation, according to a report by The Guardian Nigeria News.
Enhancing Nigeria’s food security through NASENI’s agricultural mechanisation
A report by LEADERSHIP Newspapers discusses enhancing Nigeria’s food security efforts through NASENI’s agricultural mechanisation.
Transcorp Hotels posts record H1 2026 profit despite revenue dip
Transcorp Hotels delivered record H1 2026 profit despite weaker revenue, with cost discipline emerging as the key earnings driver. Profit before tax reached ₦13.69bn, while PAT rose 21.44%, even as revenue declined 5.33%. The improvement was supported by a 12.79% reduction in operating expenses and stronger efficiency across maintenance, energy and other cost lines.
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⚽ Sports
Gala reduce Osimhen asking price to €65m
Gala have reduced their asking price for Victor Osimhen to €65 million, according to Punch Newspapers.
New football prediction is live on Winible
Complete Sports has announced a new football prediction is live on Winible, with the full selection and analysis available.
Premier League side close in on Super Eagles’ Femi Azeez
A Premier League side is closing in on Super Eagles transfer target Femi Azeez, according to Soccernet.ng.
Messi pens emotional tribute to late father
Lionel Messi has penned an emotional tribute to his late father, saying ‘I don’t know what I’m going to do without you,’ as reported by Complete Sports.
🎬 Entertainment
Some Nollywood stars refused to support Temitope Osoba’s burial — Actress
An actress has revealed that some Nollywood stars refused to support Temitope Osoba’s burial, according to Punch Newspapers.
Pinnick Foods hits one million pouches, unveils $20m West Africa investment plan
Pinnick Foods has hit one million pouches and unveiled a $20 million West Africa investment plan, according to Vanguard News.
Burna Boy to headline London Stadium for record third time
Burna Boy is set to headline London Stadium for a record third time, according to LEADERSHIP Newspapers.
Davido’s faux pas
The Nation Newspaper reports on a faux pas by Davido.
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🩺 Health & Education
Can Nigeria turn education into an economic powerhouse?
The Nation Newspaper explores whether Nigeria can turn education into an economic powerhouse.
HMOs: Nigeria’s health insurance fails to meet needs of subscribers, hospitals
Business Hallmark reports that Nigeria’s health insurance, through HMOs, fails to meet the needs of subscribers and hospitals.
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