Ghanaian Referee Gets Hero's Welcome After AFCON Duty
Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea received a celebrity welcome at Kotoka Airport after officiating Nigeria's AFCON semi-final. The video sparked mixed reactions online. Read more.
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Qatar Airways plane with 260 returns to Lagos after fault
A Qatar Airways flight from Lagos to Doha made an emergency return after a technical fault. All 260 passengers and crew evacuated safely. Full details on the aviation incident.
Berlinale 2026 Special Features Genre Films & Series
The 2026 Berlin Film Festival's Berlinale Special section showcases 19 works from 15 countries, featuring genre films, series, and documentaries. Plus, Golden Globe winners and Nigeria's Arewa Film Festival details.
Air India A350 Engine Damaged at Delhi Airport
An Air India Airbus A350's engine ingested a cargo container while taxiing in dense fog at Delhi airport. All 240 passengers are safe, but the aircraft is grounded as the DGCA launches an investigation into ground safety lapses. Read the full report.
Ethiopian Airlines Starts Construction of Bishoftu Airport
Ethiopian Airlines begins building Bishoftu International Airport, a key project for African aviation and trade under AfCFTA. Phase one to open by 2030.
NCAA Trains New Flight Standards Officers in Lagos
The NCAA has completed a mandatory 5-day training for new Flight Standards Group officers in Lagos, emphasizing technical proficiency and safety oversight. Read more on the agency's staff development drive.
Abuja's Premier Golf Estate Opens on Airport Road
Mshel Hutu Exclusive, Abuja's first golf estate, offers resort-inspired living with premium lands and apartments. Secure your property in this elite community today!
Kidnap Kingpin Arrested, AK-47 Recovered in Rivers
Rivers State Police arrest suspected kidnap leader Mohammed Ibrahim, recover AK-47 rifle and ammunition. CP Adepoju commends officers, urges public vigilance.
Bird Strike Grounds United Nigeria Airlines Plane in Lagos
A bird strike incident at Lagos airport has grounded a United Nigeria Airlines Airbus A320, causing flight disruptions. The airline apologises to passengers and assures safety checks are underway.
Police Arrest LAMATA Driver Over Death of Teen Pedestrian
Airport Police Command arrests LAMATA driver Adewale Abiodun after a fatal hit-and-run at Ikeja Bus Stop. A 19-year-old pedestrian was killed. Read the full report on the investigation and police response.
MMA2 Plans Nigeria's First Airport Slot Allocation System
Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Ltd (BASL), operator of Lagos MMA2, plans a structured slot system to manage demand, reduce congestion & boost on-time performance. Read more.
LAMATA Driver Arrested Over Fatal Hit-and-Run in Lagos
Airport Police Command arrests LAMATA driver Adewale Abiodun after a fatal hit-and-run accident killed a 19-year-old pedestrian at Ikeja. Justice is promised.
LAMATA Driver Arrested Over Fatal Hit-and-Run in Lagos
Airport Police Command arrests LAMATA driver Adewale Abiodun after a fatal hit-and-run accident killed a 19-year-old female pedestrian at Ikeja Bus Stop. Justice vowed.
Aviation gets N87.3bn in 2026 budget, FAAN excluded
Federal Government allocates N87.3 billion to Aviation Ministry in 2026 budget, a drop from 2025. Key projects include airport upgrades and a new Aerospace University. FAAN and NCAA are excluded as revenue-generating agencies. Read the full breakdown.
Ethiopia starts building Africa's biggest $12.7bn airport
Ethiopia has launched construction of a $12.7 billion mega-airport in Bishoftu, designed to handle 110 million passengers annually. The project aims to cement the country's status as Africa's premier aviation hub. Read more about this historic infrastruct
Turkish Airlines' ₺100bn Investment for 26,000 Jobs
Turkish Airlines launches a massive ₺100 billion investment in eight new facilities, aiming to create 26,000 jobs in 2026 and become the world's top airline by 2033. Read more.
Lagos Airport Makes Africa's Top 10 for Departing Seats
Lagos Airport is the only Nigerian hub in Africa's top 10 for departing seats in December 2025, ranking 6th. African air travel capacity grew 6.8%. Read the full OAG report analysis.
Uganda Airlines Abandons Passengers in Lagos Again
Uganda Airlines has left passengers stranded at Lagos MMIA for a week without notification. This is the second such incident in weeks, raising serious concerns about its operations.
U.S. Arrest of Maduro Undermines International Law, Experts Warn
Nigerian scholars dissect the legal and geopolitical fallout of the U.S. military operation in Venezuela, warning Africa and the Global South of a dangerous precedent. Read the full analysis.
Uganda Airlines Strands Passengers in Lagos Again
Uganda Airlines has left over 100 passengers stranded at Lagos's MMIA, the second such incident in weeks. Passengers decry lack of communication. Read the full report.
Actress Bolaji Ogunmola Stranded, Threatens Legal Action
Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola was left stranded at Ekiti airport for over 24 hours, jeopardizing her ₦20 million film production. Read her full ordeal and decision to travel by road.
Actress Bolaji Ogunmola Stranded at Ekiti Airport
Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola breaks down in tears after airline cancellations leave her stranded, jeopardizing a ₦20 million movie production. Read her emotional plea.
FG Nullifies Sale of FAAN Staff Quarters Nationwide
The Federal Government has nullified the sale of FAAN staff quarters nationwide. Minister Festus Keyamo announced the decision, citing security concerns in sensitive airport zones. Read the full details.
Zamfara hands over airport security trench site
Zamfara State Government has handed over the site for a critical security trench at Gusau International Airport to the contractor. This move aims to fast-track the project and ensure aviation safety standards. #Zamfara #Infrastructure
Police nab alleged N1bn romance scammer at Lagos airport
Airport Police Command arrests Essien Akpama, 20, linked to celebrity & romance scams defrauding US victims of over N1 billion. Suspect posed as a UN surgeon. Read the full story.
Airport Police Nab Suspect in N1bn Romance Fraud
A 20-year-old man was arrested at MMIA Lagos over a massive international romance and celebrity fraud scheme exceeding ₦1 billion. Read the full details of the police operation.
Joshua Flown to UK After Fatal Car Accident
Boxer Anthony Joshua arrives at London Stansted Airport on a private jet following a horrific crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway that killed two friends. Read the latest court revelations and President Tinubu's response.
Dapo Abiodun's Steady Leadership Transforms Ogun State
An in-depth look at Governor Dapo Abiodun's strategic governance, from the ISEYA agenda to the Agro-Cargo Airport, rebuilding Ogun State's infrastructure, education, and economy. See the progress.
Ex-Lufthansa Boss on High Airfares, Airport Chaos
Olusoji Amusan, ex-Lufthansa manager, defends seasonal airfare hikes, urges a government-backed national carrier for capacity, and demands immediate action to restore order at Nigerian airports.
B-Red: "We're Not Embezzling Money" on Osun Airport
Davido's cousin B-Red speaks on his father Governor Adeleke's Osun airport project, defends family's intentions, and addresses his convoy size. Full story and public reactions here.
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