Nigeria Pitch Awards President Shina Philips has expressed support for President Bola Tinubu's football reforms, calling on stakeholders and the media to back efforts to improve transparency, professionalism and accountability in the administration of the game. His remarks came as footballers Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi and others received top honours at the awards, according to Premium Times.

Peter Obi, described as the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has congratulated Senator Henry Seriake Dickson on being named Politician of the Year by LEADERSHIP Newspaper. In a statement shared on his verified Facebook page, Obi described the recognition as a testament to the former Bayelsa State governor's years of public service, according to the report.

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.

Nigerian footballers Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman have been excluded from the 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist, bringing an end to a three-year streak of Nigerian representation at the prestigious awards, according to Punch. The absence of both players from the nominations means no Nigerian will feature in this year's running for football's most celebrated individual honour, a notable shift after consecutive years in which the country's stars earned recognition on the global stage.

NNPC Limited said the Public Sector CEO of the Year 2026 award given to Group Chief Executive Officer Engr Bashir Bayo Ojulari by LEADERSHIP Newspapers reflects a collective achievement by the national oil company’s workforce, according to Leadership. The report also links the honours to reactions involving Seriake Dickson’s award and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, though the provided blurb is truncated.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has rewarded Edo Queen FC with ₦50 million following their victory in a recent tournament. According to PM News, Okpebholo described the achievement as significant for both the Edo people and Nigeria, praising the players for their resilience and fighting spirit throughout the competition. The cash reward recognises the team's success and underscores the state government's support for women's football and sporting excellence in Edo State.