25 h. ago ‘I’m in pain’, Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson, speaks after release

Tribune Online ‘I’m in pain’, Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson, speaks after release Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger involved in a viral dispute with airline staff, has spoken out after her release from ‘I’m in pain’, Ibom Air passenger, Comfort Emmanson, speaks after release Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Drug War: Federal Gov’t Unveils 48 Operational Vehicles For NDLEA

The federal government has unveiled 48 new vehicles for the operations of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Speaking at the event in Abuja on Wednesday, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said that the administration of President BolaTinubu will continue to strengthen the NDLEA because of its strategic value to the […]

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54 h. ago Why Wasiu Ayinde should be prosecuted – Nigeria’s first aviation law professor

Tribune Online Why Wasiu Ayinde should be prosecuted – Nigeria’s first aviation law professor Nigeria’s first professor of Aviation Law, Professor Ismail Adua Mustapha, has said the Federal Government should prosecute Fuji music icon Wasiu Ayinde Marshall over his alleged obstruction of a ValueJet aircraft at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, or risk serious consequences. Speaking with journalists in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, on Monday, Professor Mustapha […] Why Wasiu Ayinde should be prosecuted – Nigeria’s first aviation law professor Tribune Online

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55 h. ago NIHTE trains 250 engineers to boost infrastructural development in Nigeria

Tribune Online NIHTE trains 250 engineers to boost infrastructural development in Nigeria The Nigerian Institution of Highways and Transportation Engineers (NIHTE), in collaboration with the International Road Federation (IRF) has trained two hundred and fifty (250) engineers to enhance infrastructural development in Nigeria, especially road network and bridges. Speaking at the opening session of the event in Abuja, the national chairman of NIHTE, Francis Oriakhi revealed that […] NIHTE trains 250 engineers to boost infrastructural development in Nigeria Tribune Online

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68 h. ago FG to punish Ibom Air official who released ‘unruly’ passenger’s indecent video

Tribune Online FG to punish Ibom Air official who released ‘unruly’ passenger’s indecent video Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has condemned the behavior of Ms. Comfort Emmanson, a passenger on Ibom Air flight Q153 from Uyo to Lagos, who physically assaulted flight crew and ground staff on August 10, 2025 but has promised to punish the airline’s official who released the viral video to the public.    The Minister however said that he has directed sanctions against Ibom Air officials who released a video containing indecent exposure of the passenger, emphasizing the importance of respecting the dignity of individuals, particularly women.   "We will not fold our arms and tolerate the debasing of womanhood, " he stated   ALSO READ: Ibom Air: FG condemns video leak showing ‘unruly’ passenger’s sensitive parts, orders sanctions   Keyamo said he has also directed Ibom Air to retrain staff in public relations and handling explosive situations, while a joint security meeting will be held ne...

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2 d. ago Nigeria commits strong support to Hassan, First UN Global advocate for peace

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Nigerian government has pledged unwavering support to Maryam Bukar Hassan, Nigeria’s newly appointed United Nations Global Advocate for Peace, in her mission to advance peace and unity worldwide. Vice President Kashim Shettima, speaking on Monday in Abuja, lauded Maryam — a Nigerian spoken word artist and peace advocate — […] The post Nigeria commits strong support to Hassan, First UN Global advocate for peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Ibom Air Bans Passenger Who Attacked Crew, Suspect Charged To Court, Remanded In Kirikiri Prison

Comfort Emmanson, the passenger alleged to have assaulted airline staff on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos, has been charged to court and remanded at Kirikiri Correctional Centre in Lagos. Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Tunde Moshood, confirmed the development in a post on […] The post Ibom Air Bans Passenger Who Attacked Crew, Suspect Charged To Court, Remanded In Kirikiri Prison appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Ibom Air charges passenger to court for assaulting airline officials

By Seyi Babalola Comfort Emmanson, the passenger who assaulted airline staff on an Ibom Air trip from Uyo to Lagos, is now facing charges in court. According to Tunde Moshood, the minister of aviation and aerospace development’s special adviser on media and communications, Emmanson is being held at the Kirikiri Correctional Facility. Moshood remarked in […] The post Ibom Air charges passenger to court for assaulting airline officials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s future depends on people like Uche Nwosu – Deputy Speaker

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has stated that the future of the country depends on people like Ugwumba Uche Nwosu in nation building. Kalu stated this at the 50th birthday celebration of Ugwumba Uche Nwosu with the theme “50 seeds of influence” in Abuja, yesterday. He […] The post Nigeria’s future depends on people like Uche Nwosu – Deputy Speaker appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago KWAM 1 Apologises Over Abuja Airport Incident, Cites Medical Condition, Insists Flask Contained Only Water

Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, has issued an apology over the incident that occurred at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The controversy began on August 5 after the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) alleged that the 68-year-old musician tried to board a […] The post KWAM 1 Apologises Over Abuja Airport Incident, Cites Medical Condition, Insists Flask Contained Only Water appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Remi Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment To Ending Tuberculosis In Nigeria

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has reaffirmed her commitment to Nigeria’s fight against tuberculosis as she commissioned a new set of molecular TB diagnostic machines at the Dutsen Makaranta Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) in Dutse, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja. Speaking during the commissioning on Thursday, the First Lady said the machines, funded through […]

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6 d. ago ‘KWAM1 Was Baited By Airline Staff’ — Patrick Doyle Speaks On Abuja Airport Controversy

Veteran actor Patrick Doyle has come to the defence of Fuji music legend K1 following his recent confrontation with officials of ValueJet airline at Abuja airport. The incident arose after Kwam1 was reportedly prevented from boarding a flight because of alcohol found in a flask he was carrying—an item prohibited by the airline’s regulations. Despite […] The post ‘KWAM1 Was Baited By Airline Staff’ — Patrick Doyle Speaks On Abuja Airport Controversy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago ‘Forgery, Cyberbullying’, CP Shogunle Explains Why Sowore Is In Detention

The Commissioner of Police in charge of the Special Intervention Squad, CP Abayomi Shogunle, has explained the circumstances surrounding the continued detention of human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Omoyele Sowore. Speaking on Friday during a press briefing in Abuja while addressing protesters demanding Sowore’s release, Shogunle […]

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6 d. ago Gov Soludo’s wife to speak at RCCG teens career conference in Abuja

Tribune Online Gov Soludo’s wife to speak at RCCG teens career conference in Abuja according to her media aide, Daniel Ezeigwe disclosed this in Awka, on Thursday, will be held at RCCG, the Everlasting Arms Parish, Abuja. Gov Soludo’s wife to speak at RCCG teens career conference in Abuja Tribune Online

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7 d. ago “I Carried Water, Not Alcohol” — KWAM 1 Responds To Abuja Airport Controversy

Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1, has denied allegations by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) accusing him of violating boarding procedures at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The controversy began after FAAN alleged that the 68-year-old singer tried to board a ValueJet Airlines flight to Lagos on Monday […] The post “I Carried Water, Not Alcohol” — KWAM 1 Responds To Abuja Airport Controversy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Food security: Tinubu has increased wheat production more than tenfold

President Bola Tinubu is aggressively increasing agricultural production in Nigeria through strategic investment in production and post-production programs that have yielded positive results, according to award winning Soil Scientist whose trailblazing experience and impact resonates across disciplines and borders (Nigeria, Belgium, UK, Japan and Canada). Speaking during a monitored television program on Wednesday in Abuja, […] The post Food security: Tinubu has increased wheat production more than tenfold -Uzoma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Reps’ll vote on constitution alteration bills October – Kalu

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Deputy Speaker of the  House of Representatives, Benjamin  Kalu, has said the House will vote on the constitution alteration bills, including the proposed legislation seeking special legislative seats for women, in October, after its annual recess. He stated this at  a roundtable reception on the Reserved Seats For Women Bill organised […] The post Reps’ll vote on constitution alteration bills October – Kalu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago “Tinubu Has No Plan To Extend Emergency Rule In Rivers” – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu does not intend to extend the state of emergency in Rivers State. Wike made this known on Monday, during his monthly press briefing in Abuja. Speaking on the legality of the emergency rule and the scheduled August 30 local government elections. […] The post “Tinubu Has No Plan To Extend Emergency Rule In Rivers” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago ‘Pray For Me Daily, I Deal With Lawless Elite,’ Wike Tells FCT Residents

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has passionately appealed to Nigerians for daily prayers over the challenges involved in enforcing laws against powerful individuals who consider themselves above the law. Speaking during his monthly media briefing in Abuja on Monday, the FCT minister particularly targeted wealthy tax evaders in upscale Abuja districts, […]

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3 w. ago Tennis tourney: Davnotch commends federation, logistics, officiating, players

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The sponsor of the annual National Open Tennis Championship, Davnotch, has showered encomiums on the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), the participating players, and officials, in addition to the security and near-perfect logistics that made the fifth edition of the tournament held in Abuja last weekend a huge success. Speaking on the […] The post Tennis tourney: Davnotch commends federation, logistics, officiating, players appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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