Community Policing Book: Nigeria’s Magnus Onyibe argues in his new book that safer neighbourhoods start with community-based intelligence, stronger grassroots input, and policing that’s closer to residents. Regional Security Shockwaves: Africa File reports that Red Sea coalition partners haven’t committed to direct action against Yemen’s Houthis after Bab al Mandeb gains, while Sahel-Sahara rebel groups keep strengthening—sometimes with state-backed proxy support. Cameroon Attack: An early raid on Madegoua in Cameroon’s Far North killed at least 15, with Boko Haram or ISWAP suspected and no claim yet. Wildlife Comeback in Chad: Chad’s scimitar-horned oryx reintroduction has grown from 25 flown in 2016 to 600+ animals, with the IUCN downlisting the species to Endangered. Terror Debate in Nigeria: Commentary revisits whether negotiating with terrorists means capitulation, urging governments to keep both force and dialogue options open. Leadership & Institutions: VP Kashim Shettima calls on Nigerian leaders to build institutions that outlast their tenure, spotlighting the legacy of Brigadier Musa Usman. Media Recognition: The Nigerian Army honored News Central’s Umaru Yakubu Kirawa with a Conflict Coverage Hero Award for brave reporting across the North East and Lake Chad region.