UN Rights Watch: UN human rights chief Volker Türk won a second term at the General Assembly despite sharp opposition from the US, Russia and Israel, keeping him in one of the UN’s most contested roles for four more years. ICC Fallout: Venezuela formally notified the UN it will withdraw from the International Criminal Court, accusing the court of “geographical bias” that disproportionately targets African and Latin American countries while investigating alleged crimes tied to Nicolas Maduro. Nigeria Politics & Security: A Nigerian lawmaker warned against foreign rhetoric that could inflame religious tension, arguing Nigeria’s insecurity cuts across faiths and ethnic groups. Diaspora Health Push: President Tinubu urged diaspora medical professionals to return to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Governance & Jobs: Nigeria’s MOUAU recruitment scandal deepened as 127 staff were sacked after months without pay, raising questions about university hiring and payroll systems. Digital Economy: A Boston Consulting Group report warns Africa risks losing the AI race due to weak domestic digital infrastructure, with data centre capacity and AI support lagging far behind global peers. Culture & Heritage: Liberians are using TikTok and other platforms to preserve and share history, turning oral tradition into digital archives. Climate Action: Gauteng’s new climate leadership focus is cutting toxic gas emissions while protecting jobs and expanding recycling.