Nigeria's aviation sector braces for a sharp drop in passenger traffic as U.S. visa restrictions take effect January 2026. Experts warn of economic fallout for airlines and travel agencies. Read more.
US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
Air Peace shifts regional flights to daytime from Feb 2, 2026, boosting passenger comfort and punctuality. New schedule enhances West Africa connectivity.
The Federal Government, through NIWA, has trained 75 boat drivers from Lagos, Ogun, and Ondo states in navigation and safety to curb accidents. This initiative aims to boost professionalism on Nigeria's inland waterways.
Nigeria's NCAA facilitated over N1 billion in passenger refunds in 2025, marking its highest-ever volume. The authority credits stricter enforcement and 24/7 consumer support for the shift.
Lagos State plans to bring back monthly environmental sanitation to address severe waste management challenges. The state generates up to 15,000 tonnes of waste daily but collects less than a third. Read the full plan.
Volaris and Viva, two leading Mexican low-cost carriers, have agreed to merge, pending 2026 regulatory approval. The deal aims to expand affordable air travel in Mexico amid industry turbulence. Read the full details.
A Nigerian man, Sammie, shares his experience flying Air Peace for N200,000. He criticises being served water in a plastic cup and an all-white crew on the one-hour flight. Read his full story and public reactions.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an interim order restraining the sale of an Embraer EMB-145LR aircraft. Justice M. A. Madugu granted the order and gave defendants seven days to respond. Read the full details.
PoS operators, led by NAFIAN, plan a legal challenge against the CAC's mandatory registration, calling it overreach. The January 1, 2026, deadline could see unregistered terminals seized.
The Corporate Affairs Commission warns it will place OPay, Moniepoint, Palmpay on a watchlist and report them to the CBN for enabling unregistered PoS agents. New deadline set for January 2026.
Corporate Affairs Commission sets new deadline for PoS agents to register businesses or face sanctions. Industry faces fresh tension as compliance remains low. Read the full details.
The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.
CAC orders all PoS operators to register by Jan 1, 2026, or face seizure. Fintechs enabling illegal transactions will be watchlisted. Full compliance is mandatory.
ValueJet Airline invites Nigerian graduates to apply for its 2025 Graduate Trainee Programme. Gain hands-on aviation experience, mentorship, and career growth. Applications close 31 December.
Fidelity Bank CEO Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe urges the Federal Government to create specialised funding from the CRR to bridge Nigeria's $25 billion aviation finance gap and support fleet growth.
Nigerians face soaring airfares and tough travel choices this festive season as ticket prices surge up to 150% on major routes. Get the latest price breakdown and expert analysis.
US President Donald Trump declares Venezuela airspace closed as military tensions escalate. Six major airlines suspend flights amid security concerns. Read full details.
US President Donald Trump has declared Venezuela's airspace closed, escalating tensions with Nicolas Maduro. Major airlines have suspended flights, disrupting regional travel. Read the full details.
Global air travel faces major disruptions as Airbus mandates urgent software upgrades for up to 6,000 A320 aircraft following a safety incident. Learn how this affects Nigerian travelers.
A Nigerian woman's viral post argues overweight passengers should pay for two seats. The controversial opinion sparks nationwide debate about airline policies and body shaming.
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Venezuela bans Iberia, TAP, LATAM and 3 other airlines for suspending flights over US military activity. Over 8,000 passengers affected as Portugal calls move 'disproportionate'.
A House of Representatives committee reveals alarming cybersecurity gaps in Nigeria's digital payment systems, exposing citizens to fraud and national security risks. Learn how to protect your finances.
Nigeria's SEC mandates all capital market operators to declare ISA 2025 compliance and register tradable instruments by January 2026. Dr. Agama announces new era for market transparency.
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo reveals FG may sell Dana Air assets to refund passengers and agents. Safety concerns prompted airline suspension. Read full details.
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria over ongoing Christian killings and mass abductions. Latest attacks in Kebbi, Kwara, Niger states spark international concern.