Oyo School Kidnapping Rescue: Nigeria says 46 pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire were freed after about 56 days, with security forces arresting eight suspects and killing others—officials stress no ransom or prisoner exchange was used, and victims are receiving medical care before family reunions. Aftermath & Accountability: Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde says rehabilitation and therapy are now the priority, while the Presidency reiterates “no quid pro quo” and a former DSS operative describes an intelligence-led approach targeting the kidnappers’ support network. Education Support: Sri Lanka’s President’s Fund approved a monthly Rs. 25,000 scholarship for a Dharmasoka College student injured in a lab accident and to cover her siblings’ education. Student Recognition: Bahrain honored 136 top private-school exam scorers (99%+) and discussed upcoming scholarships; in the UK, a nursing student received a Chief Nursing Officer Student Excellence Award. Learning & Well-Being: Puducherry signed an MoU to provide a health mix with milk for government school students under PM POSHAN. Policy & Access: UK private schools report a record drop in Hong Kong student numbers after VAT on fees. Teacher Rights: Luxembourg dismissed a teacher over pro-Palestine social media posts, sparking protests from students and parents. Student Life: Ohio University announced leadership transitions in student affairs effective Aug. 18.