19 h. ago Air passengers to smile as NCAA set to sanction errant airlines

Tribune Online Air passengers to smile as NCAA set to sanction errant airlines The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has warned that it will begin publicly naming and shaming airlines that fail to comply with aviation regulations... Air passengers to smile as NCAA set to sanction errant airlines Tribune Online

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68 h. ago NCAA orders Ibom Air to compensate passengers after flight cancellation over a technical fault

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has directed Ibom Air to compensate passengers affected by the cancellation of a scheduled read more NCAA orders Ibom Air to compensate passengers after flight cancellation over a technical fault

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5 d. ago FAAN to probe removal of ‘unruly passenger’ from Enugu Air flight

By Seyi Babalola The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced an investigation into the incident involving a passenger and Enugu Air. On Monday, a video circulating on X showed security personnel forcefully removing a man from an Enugu Air flight after he allegedly refused to turn off his phone. Obiageli Orah, head of […] The post FAAN to probe removal of ‘unruly passenger’ from Enugu Air flight appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago FAAN Probes Passenger’s Forceful Removal From Enugu Air Flight

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said it has launched an investigation into an incident involving a passenger and Enugu Air. A video circulating on social media since Monday showed security operatives forcibly removing a passenger from an Enugu Air flight after he allegedly refused to switch off his mobile phone. Speaking with reporters […]

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1 week ago Air Peace Launches Lagos–São Paulo Route Following Tinubu’s Brazil Deal

Nigerian airline Air Peace has inaugurated a direct passenger service between Lagos and São Paulo, marking a significant milestone in enhancing air connectivity between Africa and South America. This follows a recent aviation agreement signed between Nigeria and Brazil aimed at fostering closer economic and cultural ties. The maiden flight carried members of Nigeria’s official […] The post Air Peace Launches Lagos–São Paulo Route Following Tinubu’s Brazil Deal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago New Details Emerge as NCAA Probes Ibom Air Passenger Stripping Case

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has revealed that its investigation into the incident involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson, an Ibom Air passenger who was stripped at Lagos airport following a heated altercation with a flight attendant, has uncovered new information. The authority plans to release a preliminary report in the coming days. According to LEADERSHIP, […]

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2 w. ago Fresh Facts Emerge As NCAA Meet Emmanson, Ibom Air Cabin Crew In Lagos

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Thursday, said new information has emerged after interrogating Ms Comfort Emmanson, a passenger of Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos, engaged in a fight wit Ibom Air cabin crew members after a heated altercation with the airline’s air hostess. LEADERSHIP reports that on Wednesday, the NCAA team […]

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2 w. ago JUST IN: Passengers Must Switch Off Phones During Flights — NCAA 

The directive by the civil aviation regulator follows recent controversial brawl that involved a passenger Comfort Emmanson and an Ibom Air flight attendant. The post JUST IN: Passengers Must Switch Off Phones During Flights — NCAA  appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago My ordeal was not political, I’ve been victimised – Ibom Air passenger Comfort Emmanson

The Ibom Air passenger involved in the recent controversy, Comfort Emmanson, has shared her side of the story following her arrest and release. Speaking via a video posted on her Instagram page on Sunday, Emmanson thanked those who stood by her during what she said was a “traumatic” ordeal. She stated that contrary to the […] The post My ordeal was not political, I’ve been victimised – Ibom Air passenger Comfort Emmanson appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Managing passengers’ disturbance: The Air Peace crew example

By Fred Chukwuelobe The nation’s and West Africa’s largest airlines, Air Peace Airlines, can thump its chest and claim the bragging rights for rising to great heights when managing passengers’ unruly behaviours and avoiding physical confrontation between its crew and angry passengers. The airline has faced multiple unruly passengers’ incidents but at no time did […] The post Managing passengers’ disturbance: The Air Peace crew example appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “I Can’t Eat, They Exposed My Child’s Body To The World, Compensation Must Be Paid” — Father Of Viral Ibom Air Passenger Speaks

Godwin Emmanson, father of viral Ibom Air passenger Comfort Emmanson, has demanded compensation following the public humiliation of his daughter during a flight from Uyo to Lagos on August 10, 2025. The incident reportedly began when Comfort allegedly refused to turn off her cellphone before takeoff, a standard aviation safety requirement. Upon arrival in Lagos, […] The post “I Can’t Eat, They Exposed My Child’s Body To The World, Compensation Must Be Paid” — Father Of Viral Ibom Air Passenger Speaks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Ibom Air Passenger Comfort Emmanson Apologises Over Airport Saga, Demands Justice

Comfort Emmanson, the passenger at the centre of the high-profile altercation with Ibom Air crew, has publicly apologised while also demanding accountability and respect for passenger dignity in Nigerian aviation. In a statement, Emmanson acknowledged that she could have handled herself better during the August 10 incident aboard an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to […]

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3 w. ago Ibom Air Incident: FAAN Denies Initial Involvement In Passenger Confrontation

The Federal Airports Authority Of Nigeria (FAAN) Has Disclaimed Any Involvement In The Initial Handling Of The Incident Which Took place Between A Female Passenger, Comfort Emmanson, And Ibom Air Staff At The Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2), Lagos, On Sunday. In A Statement Issued On Friday, FAAN Clarified That Its Aviation Security Personnel […] The post Ibom Air Incident: FAAN Denies Initial Involvement In Passenger Confrontation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago FAAN distances self from initial response to Emmanson’s Ibom Air incident

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has clarified its role in the incident involving a passenger of Ibom Air, read more FAAN distances self from initial response to Emmanson’s Ibom Air incident

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3 w. ago Eyewitness Narrates What Transpired Between Ibom Air Passenger Comfort Emmanson, Cabin Crew

David Ogede, a lawyer and passenger on the Ibom Air Uyo-Lagos flight involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson, has given a detailed eyewitness account of the events that led to the violent conduct of Emmanson and her forceful ejection by the flight crew and other aviation workers. Speaking on Channels TV’s breakfast show – Morning Brief – […]

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3 w. ago Airline operators lift life ban placed on Emmanson, alleged unruly Ibom Air passenger

Consequent upon the intervention of Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development and appeal to lift the life-time read more Airline operators lift life ban placed on Emmanson, alleged unruly Ibom Air passenger

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3 w. ago Freed Passenger Comfort Emmanson Yet To Decide On Suing Ibom Air – Lawyer

Adefunke Maria condemned the treatment of her client by the airline's flight attendant who blocked her from disembarking upon arrival in Lagos from Akwa Ibom. The post Freed Passenger Comfort Emmanson Yet To Decide On Suing Ibom Air – Lawyer appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Court discharges Emmason, Ibom Air passenger, amid new developments

• KWAM 1 named aviation ambassador despite airport mess From Sola Ojo, Abuja An Ikeja Magistrates’ Court has struck out unruly behaviour and assault charges brought against an Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmason, following police’s withdrawal of the case. On August 11, Emmason was remanded in a correctional centre over a five-count charge of unruly […] The post Court discharges Emmason, Ibom Air passenger, amid new developments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation

Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has urged young women to always wear underwear when in public spaces. Her guidance follows a recent viral incident involving a female passenger on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos. On August 10, videos went viral online showing passenger Comfort Emmanson engaged in a heated confrontation with flight attendants, […] The post “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson ambassador — Keyamo

By Seyi Babalola Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has stated that airline operators are considering naming Ms Comfort Emmanson, an embattled Ibom Air passenger, as an ambassador for excellent aviation passenger conduct. Keyamo announced this on Wednesday in a statement, emphasising that Emmanson’s position, as well as that of Fuji star […] The post Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson ambassador — Keyamo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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