ECOWAS Oversight in Bissau: An ECOWAS operational readiness inspection team visited the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), led by Dr Sani Adamu, as part of checks at GHANCOY 4 in the capital. Regional Security Push: Nigeria also renewed calls for tighter ECOWAS cross-border cooperation to fight terrorism and transnational crime, with officials pointing to joint security and trade benefits for border communities. Diplomatic Update: Russia appointed Sergey Ryabokon as its new ambassador to Guinea-Bissau, replacing Alexander Egorov. Football Focus (Nigeria, with Guinea-Bissau in the mix): Ahead of AFCON 2027 qualifiers, Nigeria’s Super Eagles were drawn with Guinea-Bissau, Tanzania and Madagascar in Group L, and coaches are urging full focus—while Nigeria’s June friendlies against Poland and Portugal are set to test squads. Sports Elsewhere: Fulham vs Newcastle is the big match driving global TV listings today.