NYSC Travel Advisory: NYSC has pushed back the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course in Sokoto and Niger due to camp renovations, with the new start date set for Wednesday 12 August and swearing-in on Friday 14 August—corps members are urged to avoid night journeys. Road Safety for Truckers: Motorists and heavy-truck drivers on the Bida–Lapai (70km) road in Niger State report severe potholes and delays, calling for urgent rehabilitation after breakdowns, accidents, and rising transport costs. Security & Displacement Impact: Plateau communities once known for peace are still reeling from violence that has emptied villages and forced residents into IDP camps, with authorities aiming for safe, voluntary returns. Travel Disruption from Banditry: Bandits blocked the Mokwa–New Bussa road in Niger State, firing on a commercial vehicle and injuring two travellers—locals warn the corridor is becoming a daily hotspot. Regional Mobility Link: Air Peace says it is connecting business travellers and tourists to Niamey and other West/Central African capitals under AfCFTA-linked routes, boosting intra-African travel options. Tourism Numbers (Context): Armenia reported a 14.8% jump in foreign arrivals in Jan–Jun 2026, reaching 1,041,598, a useful global tourism benchmark.