Maritime Security Boost: Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu inaugurated three new naval vessels (NNS Oloibiri, NNS Mambila, NNS Gurara) and a Combined Maritime Task Force for the Gulf of Guinea, pledging sustained investment to curb piracy, crude oil theft, and illegal fishing—moves he links to stronger oil output and investor confidence. Agriculture Risk Protection: Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, with UNCDF and partners, held a workshop to expand agricultural insurance policy and financing options under the Feed Salone agenda, aiming to protect farmers from production-related risks. Community Policing Push: Sierra Leone Police urged tighter community partnership in Karene, calling for faster information sharing to improve safety and trust. Mining Court Update: Sierra Leone’s Court of Appeal dismissed Octea Mining’s appeal, clearing the way for MAPO’s Kono environmental and property case to proceed in the High Court. Energy Access Progress: The World Bank highlighted West Africa power integration results, noting electricity access gains for millions across the region, including Sierra Leone. Connectivity for Farmers: World Bank funding approved for Ghana’s rural roads and market access project underscores the wider push to cut transport costs and reduce post-harvest losses.