The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced the finalists for its 2026 AWIEF Awards, according to BellaNaija. Launched in 2017, the annual awards recognize and celebrate women entrepreneurs and business owners across Africa for their achievements and contributions to inclusive economic growth on the continent. Honourees span various industry sectors, with the initiative aiming to honour female leadership and innovation in African business.

Nigeria Football Federation Acting General Secretary Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme praised Edo Queens after the club won the WAFU-B Women's Champions League in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The Nigerian champions secured a second successive regional title on Saturday night, repeating their 2024 success with a dramatic victory over Ghana's Ampem Darkoa, according to the report.

Zamfara State first lady Huriyya Dauda Lawal Dare praised the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) for its three years of impactful service in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This commendation was made during the 3rd anniversary celebration, as reported in a statement by Rabi Yusuf, the press secretary for the Office of the First Lady of Zamfara State.

Aisha Achimugu has received the Daily Times Trailblazer Award in Nigeria, according to PM News. The organisers said the contributions and achievements of award recipients would be permanently documented in the publication as part of a broader effort to preserve the country's institutional and national history. The recognition honours individuals considered to have made notable contributions to national development.

No Nigerian players, coaches or teams feature on the Ballon d'Or nominee shortlists released on Tuesday, according to the Daily Post. The absence marks a shift from last year, when Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie was shortlisted for the Women's Yachine Trophy, awarded to the best goalkeeper, and the team's coach, Justine Madugu, was nominated for Women's Team Coach of the Year. The nominations represent Nigeria's absence from this year's individual football honours.

Elizabeth Musa, Programme Lead and Anchor of Business Morning Live on BusinessDay Television, has won the Innovative Media Personality of the Year award. According to ThisDay Live, Musa emerged winner of the award, though the feed excerpt is truncated and further details about the award ceremony, organizers, or selection criteria are not provided. The recognition highlights her work in business journalism and broadcasting in Nigeria.