The Federal Government has approved the extension of the NYSC orientation camp from three weeks to six weeks. As part of the reform, military drills and parade exercises during the orientation course have been scrapped. The traditional Passing Out Parade at the end of the one-year national service will also be replaced with a graduation ceremony. WhatsApp is set to introduce usernames beginning next week, allowing its over 3 billion users to connect without revealing their phone numbers. The feature is expected to improve user privacy while making it easier to find and chat with others on the platform. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has empowered 2,000 women petty traders in Jigawa State with ₦50,000 each. She said criticism would not stop her from supporting akara sellers, tomato sellers, maize sellers, vegetable sellers, and other small-scale traders, adding that the initiative is aimed at helping women grow their businesses and become financially independent. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has uploaded Peter Obi's name on its official portal after mounting public pressure. The development has generated reactions among supporters and political observers, with many awaiting further clarification from the electoral body. A bandit leader identified as Kachalla Maha has claimed in a leaked audio recording that he can kidnap top government officials, including a state governor. The statement has sparked fresh concerns over the country's security situation and the activities of armed criminal groups. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has armed some of its officers with AK-47 rifles and advanced pistols to strengthen its fight against drug cartels. The agency says the move will improve operational effectiveness and enhance the safety of personnel during high-risk operations. Pastor Enoch Adeboye has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticism over insecurity in Nigeria. The RCCG General Overseer said the President has made efforts to tackle the country's security challenges, adding that "he has done his bit." Babcock University has denied issuing the academic certificates shared online by comedian and singer Carter Efe. The institution described the documents as fake and urged the public to disregard them. The Lagos State Government has announced plans to remove illegal structures obstructing drainage channels in the Lekki axis. The exercise is part of efforts to reduce flooding and improve environmental sanitation during the rainy season. A number of senior ISWAP commanders have reportedly surrendered to Nigerian troops in Borno State. The development is seen as another boost to ongoing military operations aimed at weakening insurgent activities in the North-East. #breakingnews #trendingnews #newsupdate - @naijainfo24