Prominent federal lawmakers such as Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan are set to receive honours at the 2026 national legislative awards, according to Tribune Online.

Victor Osimhen was the biggest individual winner at the 12th Nigeria Pitch Awards, securing two honours at a ceremony held in Lagos, according to PM News. The event recognised outstanding Nigerian football stars, with organisers releasing a full list of award recipients across multiple categories.

Rite Foods has introduced a N35 million National Academic Excellence award aimed at recognizing and rewarding the top-performing matriculating students from public universities across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones. This initiative is part of the company's efforts to promote academic achievement among students.

King Amakree Academy from Rivers State and Government Secondary School (GSS) Gboko from Benue State won their first national titles at the 26th MILO Basketball Championship National Finals held in Lagos. The event took place at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, featuring the four conference champions competing for the championship.

Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, Stanley Nwabali and other footballers were among the winners at the 2026 Nigeria Pitch Awards, according to Channels Television. Osimhen was also named King of the Pitch, while Paris Saint-Germain Féminine and Super Falcons forward Rasheedat Ajibade won the Queen of the Pitch award. The awards recognise outstanding performances by Nigerian footballers and those connected to the country's game over the past season.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has rewarded Edo Queens with N50 million following their victory in the WAFU-B Women’s Champions League, according to Punch. The announcement celebrates the team’s triumph and praised the players’ resilience during the regional competition. The reward underscores state recognition of the club’s achievement and highlights support for women’s football in Edo State after their title-winning campaign.