Public Health & Safety: NCDC says it’s supporting Niger State to contain a suspected diphtheria outbreak after confirmed/suspected cases, including training and equipping Infection Prevention and Control focal persons with UNICEF support. Risk Communication: Lagos State and the EpiC project held a Risk Communication and Community Engagement workshop to improve emergency preparedness, fight misinformation, and strengthen grassroots health literacy. Workplace Health: Rivers Police launched a 14-day “Know Your Numbers” health assessment for officers and families, offering free consultations, training, treatment and health education. Medicines Regulation: NAFDAC blacklisted Onifam Laboratories Ltd and directors over regulatory misrepresentation, misuse of approvals, improper product registration/transfer and other violations that could undermine medicine traceability. Healthcare Access & Costs: Stakeholders at a Leadway Health media training urged action on Nigeria’s healthcare challenges, warning that poor access, staff shortages, weak infrastructure, drug supply problems and delayed hospital reimbursements push people toward self-medication and worsen outcomes. Disaster Response: Heavy rainstorms in Sokoto left at least four dead and damaged homes, a primary school and a hospital, with NEMA assessing humanitarian needs. Community Health & Youth: Residents in Gwagwalada called for better sports facilities and regular grassroots competitions to keep youths engaged and away from crime. Child Safety: Ogun State directed hoteliers and hospitality operators to stop child labour and exploitation, including banning minors from late-night work and exploitative promotions. Missing Child: A 12-year-old Benue boy reported missing was found safe in Gombe and is in NSCDC custody pending reunion.