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FG Confirms Air Strikes on Terrorists in Northwest

The Federal Government confirms air strikes on terrorist targets in Nigeria's northwest. Minister Yusuf Tuggar details security cooperation with the US, emphasizing civilian protection.

US Launches Air Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria's Sokoto

The United States has carried out air strikes against ISIS-linked militants in Sokoto, Nigeria. President Trump announced the operation, which was coordinated with Nigerian authorities. Read the full details.

Historic First: Plane Lands Itself in Emergency

A Beechcraft Super King Air 200 made aviation history by using Garmin's Autoland system to land itself during a real in-flight emergency. Both crew members are safe. Read the full story.

Nigerian Woman Arrested in India with Cocaine in Bread

A 29-year-old Nigerian woman, Olajide Esther, was arrested in Bengaluru, India, for smuggling 121 grams of cocaine concealed inside sliced bread. Police seized the drugs worth Rs 65 lakh and arrested the intended recipient. Read the full details.

FG to Introduce New Emergency Passports in 2026

Nigeria Immigration Service announces new Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) for 2026. Comptroller General Kemi Nandap reveals biometric upgrade to replace current certificates. Read more.

Bondi Attacker's Family Unaware of Radicalisation

New details emerge about Sajid Akram, the gunman in the Bondi Beach terror attack. His family in Hyderabad, India, expressed no knowledge of his radical beliefs. Read the full investigation.

Nigerian Air Force Pays Sokoto Airstrike Compensation

The Nigerian Air Force has paid compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental airstrike in Sokoto that killed 13 civilians. Details on the investigation and new civilian harm mitigation plan inside.

Air Force Compensates Sokoto Airstrike Victims

The Nigerian Air Force has finally handed over compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental strike in Sokoto. The move follows criticism over civilian casualties in anti-bandit operations. Read the full report.

Lagos Revives Local Emergency Committees

LASEMA revitalises Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) across Lagos to strengthen grassroots disaster preparedness ahead of the festive season. Residents urged to act responsibly.

Air India Crash Sole Survivor Speaks on Trauma, Loss

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the Air India crash that killed 241, details his escape, PTSD, and struggle to reconnect with family in a new BBC interview. Read his heartbreaking story.

Air India Crash: Victim Families, Survivor Get Compensation

Following the 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash, interim compensation has been paid to the lone survivor, victims' families, and ground survivors. Total liabilities reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Read the full report.

Ibom Air International Flights Start April 2026

Ibom Air is set to commence international operations from Victor Attah Airport, Uyo, in April 2026. The move follows key upgrades and marks a major milestone for Akwa Ibom State's aviation sector.

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