Nigeria 2027 Election Legal Battle: The DSS has directed counsel to suspend Omoyele Sowore’s cybercrime prosecution until after the 2027 presidential election, after INEC lifted the presidential campaign ban on Aug. 19—prompting Sowore to mock the move as a “victory for resistance,” while lawyer Tope Temokun argues the case should be withdrawn entirely, not paused. Election Administration & Integrity: Kenya’s Deputy President Kithure Kindiki warned politicians against using youth to fight battles and urged respect for IEBC independence, saying intimidation or interference could threaten the 2027 vote. US Voting Rules & Courts: A Supreme Court decision keeps Trump’s mail-voting executive order moving, even as critics say it’s an overreach into state-run election operations. Campaign Costs & Permits (Kwara, Nigeria): Kwara PDP rejected proposed N100m political advertising permit charges as excessive and unlawful ahead of 2027. US Politics & Media: Trump abruptly ended an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press” and threatened FCC action against Kristen Welker over “mixed results” on endorsements. Local Polls & Logistics: Enugu’s electoral commission trained 47 officials for Sept. 26 local government elections, while Osun election duty allowances were reportedly paid after a SaharaReporters report. Labour & Politics (Canada): Unionized GM workers in Ontario were set to finish voting on a new tentative agreement, with Unifor and GM proposing 3% annual pay increases and a no-closure renewal.