AI and the Environment: A new UN report warns AI’s boom is also a physical burden—data centres could consume 945TWh of electricity and 9.3trn litres of water yearly by 2030, pushing carbon, water and land stress beyond what many discussions track. Climate Action on the Ground: Nigeria marks World Environment Day with a pledge to plant 20 billion trees over five years to restore landscapes, protect watersheds and boost biodiversity. Health and Malaria Prevention: FCT launches a Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention drive for 1,015,240 children under five, using door-to-door medicine cycles through October. Food Systems and Safety: FG is urged to speed up rules against unhealthy diets, while another report highlights unsafe food’s deadly toll. Waste and Pollution Risk: Experts warn youths in northern Nigeria against burning used tyres for wire extraction, citing toxic smoke and health harms. Water and Governance: The Water Resources ministry moves to restore peace at the Lower Niger River Basin Authority after industrial unrest. Insecurity and Schools: Kogi bandits kill a vice principal and others during a school attack as troops foil an attempted student abduction. Policy for Cleaner Growth: Nigeria launches Rev360, a digital tax platform aimed at improving compliance and transparency. Local Industry Push: DICON Gray unveils an indigenous tactical shotgun platform to support state security outfits. Trade and Jobs: SMEDAN rolls out packaging and branding support to help MSMEs become AfCFTA-ready for African markets.