2 hours ago Amid 5,225 delays, 190 cancellations in 2 months, NCAA demands airlines uphold passenger rights

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has raised concerns over the increasing number of flight disruptions recorded in September and October 2024, urging airlines to prioritize passenger rights and improve operational efficiency.  read more Amid 5,225 delays, 190 cancellations in 2 months, NCAA demands airlines uphold passenger rights

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11 minutes ago Military airstrike not responsible for death of civilians in Sokoto — DHQ

Tribune Online Military airstrike not responsible for death of civilians in Sokoto — DHQ The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that the death of 10 villagers in Sokoto was not directly caused by a military airstrike, but rather by a secondary explosion triggered by the destruction of a terrorist logistics base. According to Maj-Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, the airstrike was a precision-guided operation targeting the […] Military airstrike not responsible for death of civilians in Sokoto — DHQ Tribune Online

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6 hours ago If polio vaccination since 1987 was to sterilise people, Nigeria’s population would not be 250 million today —Rotary’s polio coordinator, Olayiwole

Tribune Online If polio vaccination since 1987 was to sterilise people, Nigeria’s population would not be 250 million today —Rotary’s polio coordinator, Olayiwole Mr Gbenga Olayiwole, the National Programme Coordinator for Rotary International’s Polio Plus Programme in Nigeria and a member of the National Polio Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), at a symposium organised by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Budget, the National Guild of Editors and the Diamond Award for […] If polio vaccination since 1987 was to sterilise people, Nigeria’s population would not be 250 million today —Rotary’s polio coordinator, Olayiwole Tribune Online

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3 hours ago 190 Domestic Flights Cancelled In Two Months, 5,225 Delayed – NCAA Reveals

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Friday, expressed concern over the high rate of flight delays and cancellations in the country. According to the Acting Director-General of NCAA, Chris Najomo, a total of “190 domestic flights” were cancelled between September and October 2024, while “5,225 flights” were delayed. Najomo revealed that in September 2024, […] The post 190 Domestic Flights Cancelled In Two Months, 5,225 Delayed – NCAA Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 hours ago Police arrest officers for demanding money to facilitate tracking of missing Ogun girl

By John Ogunsemore The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said some policemen in Ogun State have been arrested for demanding money before facilitating the tracking of a missing seven-year-old girl, Mercy Akande. Adejobi disclosed this on Saturday. Akande is the daughter of a female Point-of-Sale (PoS) operator reported missing after being allegedly […] The post Police arrest officers for demanding money to facilitate tracking of missing Ogun girl appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 hours ago NCAA boss meets Nigerian airlines, laments effects of flight delays, cancellations on passengers

Tribune Online NCAA boss meets Nigerian airlines, laments effects of flight delays, cancellations on passengers Determined to tackle the menace of flight delays and cancellations by the airlines in Nigeria, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has held a crucial meeting with the airline operators and other relevant stakeholders. At a meeting held at the premises of the regulatory authority at its Lagos head office at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, […] NCAA boss meets Nigerian airlines, laments effects of flight delays, cancellations on passengers Tribune Online

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6 hours ago Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers –DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), has said its airstrike in Sokoto State on Christmas Day, targeted  only the Lakurawa terrorists group and its logistics base, leading to secondary explosion that allegedly killed some villagers. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, who made this known, explained that the location was […] The post Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers –DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 hours ago New electronic transfer levy: How PoS operators, filling stations fleece Nigerians

Tribune Online New electronic transfer levy: How PoS operators, filling stations fleece Nigerians The Federal Government’s decision to commence the implementation of the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) on December 1 may have provided another opportunity for some money transfer agents, Point of Sale (PoS) operators and filling stations across the country to make brisk business at the expense of Nigerians. Checks by Saturday Tribune among some PoS […] New electronic transfer levy: How PoS operators, filling stations fleece Nigerians Tribune Online

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19 hours ago Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has maintained that its airstrike in Sokoto State on Christmas Day targeted only the Lakurawa terrorist group and its logistics base leading to a secondary explosion that allegedly killed some villagers. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, who made this known, explained that […] The post Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 hours ago Disruptions: 190 flights cancelled, 5,225 out of 10,804 delayed in 2 months – NCAA

By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has said that out of 10,804 flights operated in September and October this year, 5,225 were delayed, and 190 were cancelled. Speaking during a meeting with the Chief Executive Officers of airlines in Lagos on Friday, the Director General of NCAA, Chris Najomo, gave a further […] The post Disruptions: 190 flights cancelled, 5,225 out of 10,804 delayed in 2 months – NCAA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 hours ago Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old kidnapping and armed robbery suspect, Pablo Mamu, originally from Delta State but operating in communities within the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that operatives recovered a locally-made pistol, one 9mm live ammunition, eight […] The post Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 hours ago Akanji Says Struggling Man City Have Reasons For Optimism After Everton Draw

Thursday's result left City with just one win in 13 games in all competitions since October, with Pep Guardiola's side now 14 points adrift of leaders Liverpool, who also have a game in hand. The post Akanji Says Struggling Man City Have Reasons For Optimism After Everton Draw appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 hours ago Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warned civilians living with suspected criminals to desist from such act or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this while speaking with newsmen in Sokoto, during his visit to the Troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. […] The post Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 hours ago Akanji optimistic about struggling Man City comeback despite Everton draw

  Manuel Akanji believes a 1-1 draw with Everton could yet spark a revival in the form of faltering Premier League champions Manchester City. Thursday’s result left City with just one win in 13 games in all competitions since October, with Pep Guardiola’s side now 14 points adrift of leaders Liverpool, who also have a Read More

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22 hours ago Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe

Tribune Online Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe The Nigeria Customs Service Federal Operations Unit Zone A has announced that one of its officers has been detained for shooting at the vehicle of an Ogun State-based businessman, Babatunde Adeyemo. The NCS also revealed that an investigation has been launched into the incident, which occurred on December 8, 2024, at a checkpoint on the […] Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe Tribune Online

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25 hours ago Lagos, Kaduna lead as police nab 23 suspects, recover weapons during Christmas crackdown 

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of 23 suspected armed robbers, hoodlums, and a notorious kidnapper during the Christmas celebration across the country. The arrests were part of heightened anti-crime operations initiated under the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to ensure public safety during the holiday season. This was Read More

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27 hours ago FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians

Tribune Online FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians A real estate entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of Pelcian Valley Nigeria Limited, Babatunde Adeyemo, has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently initiate measures to check the excesses of operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), especially on the use of arms on the highway. Using his personal experience as a reference, Adeyemo urged […] FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians Tribune Online

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32 hours ago Navy intercepts boat laden with 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Ondo

The Nigerian Navy, Forward Operating Base (FOB), Igbokoda, has intercepted a boat laden with about 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil at the Idiogba-Mahin coastline in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo. Commanding officer of the base Capt. Aliyu Usman,  made this known to journalists yesterday,during an assessment visit to the site. He said that […] The post Navy intercepts boat laden with 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Ondo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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