2 h. ago Oba gives support for construction of green line rail project

By Fidelis Ugbomeh Concerned about the plans to construct the Marina to Lekki railway line and its effects on people whose properties will be demolished to pave right-of-way, Oba Alayeluwa Saheed Elegusi has enjoined Lagos state government to ensure adequate compensation is paid to them. The project referred to as “Green Line” is a  68-kilometer […] The post Oba gives support for construction of green line rail project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. 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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5 h. ago ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’

Tribune Online ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ As Nigeria grapples with port congestion, outdated infrastructure, and the growing demand to maximise the gains of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), the role of professional shipbrokers has never been more critical. In this interview with maritime journalists, Chairman of the Nigerian chapter of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), Mr. Sesan Ajayi, […] ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ Tribune Online

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7 h. 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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10 h. ago ‘KWAM 1’s Airport Ambassador Role Community Service For Misconduct’, Says Keyamo

  Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has defended the appointment of Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for airport security protocol. Keyamo stressed that the role is voluntary and comes with no perks, describing the position as “akin to community service” and not a […]

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10 h. ago Like KWAM 1, Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson as ambassador — Keyamo

Tribune Online Like KWAM 1, Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson as ambassador — Keyamo "It is not the first time it is happening in Nigeria and it will not be the last. Examples abound of such roles given to repentant persons by... Like KWAM 1, Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson as ambassador — Keyamo Tribune Online

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10 h. ago KWAM 1: FG Has Lost Moral Right To Prosecute Unruly Passengers, Says Falana

He alleged that the government withdrew charges against Comfort Emmanson because of the refusal to charge KWAM 1 with appropriate criminal offences. The post KWAM 1: FG Has Lost Moral Right To Prosecute Unruly Passengers, Says Falana appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago FG Has Lost Moral Right To Prosecute Unruly Air Passengers, Says Falana

He alleged that the government withdrew charges against Comfort Emmanson because of the refusal to charge KWAM 1 with appropriate criminal offences. The post FG Has Lost Moral Right To Prosecute Unruly Air Passengers, Says Falana appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago AON Considering Ambassadorial Role For Ibom Air Passenger, Says Keyamo

The minister said the operators were looking at the option of "using Ms. Comfort Emmanson, who has also shown remorse," as their "ambassador for good passenger conduct". The post AON Considering Ambassadorial Role For Ibom Air Passenger, Says Keyamo appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago KWAM 1’s Ambassadorial Role Voluntary, Not Paid For — Keyamo

He said the role was akin to 'community service,' contrary to the belief that the word ‘ambassador’ is "a big position that comes with the perquisites of office". The post KWAM 1’s Ambassadorial Role Voluntary, Not Paid For — Keyamo appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago UPDATED: Ibom Air Passenger Released From Kirikiri Correctional Centre

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, confirmed her release to Channels Television on Wednesday. The post UPDATED: Ibom Air Passenger Released From Kirikiri Correctional Centre appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Lagos Court Discharges Ibom Air Passenger Following Withdrawal Of Charges

Comfort Emmanson, a passenger charged with unruly conduct and assault on an Ibom Air flight, was discharged on Wednesday by an Ikeja Magistrate Court sitting in Ogba, Lagos State. Following the police’s withdrawal of the five charges against her, Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami discharged Emmason. Earlier, Festus Keyamo (SAN), the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, […] The post Lagos Court Discharges Ibom Air Passenger Following Withdrawal Of Charges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago FG Drops Case Against Comfort Emmanson, FAAN Rewards KWAM 1 As Ambassador; His Flight Ban, Captain’s Licence Withdrawal Cut To One Month

The Federal Government has dropped its criminal case against Ms. Comfort Emmanson, accused of unruly conduct on an Ibom Air flight, and has also reduced the flight ban placed on Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, announced the decisions on […] The post FG Drops Case Against Comfort Emmanson, FAAN Rewards KWAM 1 As Ambassador; His Flight Ban, Captain’s Licence Withdrawal Cut To One Month appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago FG names KWAM 1 airport security ambassador after flight ban review, stakeholders react

The Federal Government has appointed Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an airport security protocol. read more FG names KWAM 1 airport security ambassador after flight ban review, stakeholders react

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19 h. ago NCAA to reduce KWAM 1’s flight ban, engage singer as ambassador

The federal government has announced that the flight ban on Fuji star KWAM 1 will be reduced to one month and that he will be appointed as an ambassador for proper airport security protocol. The update was given by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, following KWAM 1’s controversial conduct at the […] The post NCAA to reduce KWAM 1’s flight ban, engage singer as ambassador appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago FG To Appoint KWAM 1 As Airport Security Ambassador After Aircraft

On 5 August 2025, viral footage showed KWAM 1 blocking a taxiing ValueJet aircraft, prompting criticism, a six-month NCAA flight ban, and a criminal complaint. The post FG To Appoint KWAM 1 As Airport Security Ambassador After Aircraft-Blocking Incident appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 h. ago FG To Engage KWAM 1 As Airport Security Ambassador After Aircraft

On 5 August 2025, viral footage showed KWAM 1 blocking a taxiing ValueJet aircraft, prompting criticism, a six-month NCAA flight ban, and a criminal complaint. The post FG To Engage KWAM 1 As Airport Security Ambassador After Aircraft-Blocking Incident appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 h. ago Singer KWAM 1 Now Airport Secuirty Ambassador – Federal Gov’t

The Federal Government has appointed Fuji music icon, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, as an Ambassador for proper airport security protocol. This followed the government’s decision to reduce the singer’s flight ban from six-month period to one month after a confrontation with a ValueJet flight crew at […]

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21 h. ago Airport incident: FG names KWAM 1 airport security protocol ambassador

Tribune Online Airport incident: FG names KWAM 1 airport security protocol ambassador Tribune Online reports that KWAM 1 was placed on a no-fly list after a dispute with ValueJet staff over the content of his flask, suspected to be alcohol... Airport incident: FG names KWAM 1 airport security protocol ambassador Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Authorities withdraw criminal case against Ibom Air passenger, reduce KWAM1’s flight ban to one month

The Federal Government says it has withdrawn all criminal complaint against Comfort Emmanson, the passenger involved in an unruly incident read more Authorities withdraw criminal case against Ibom Air passenger, reduce KWAM1’s flight ban to one month

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