14 m. ago BREAKING: Again, Duplantis breaks own pole vault world record  

US-born Swedish Olympic champion Armand Duplantis set a new world record at the All-Star Pole Vault in Clermont-Ferrand, France, on Friday, surpassing his mark yet again. After securing victory with a 6.02m clearance, “Mondo” Duplantis raised the bar to 6.27m and cleared it effortlessly on his first attempt. This marks the 11th time he has Read More

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4 h. ago New Commercial Airlines Set For Takeoff As NCAA Approves 5 AOCs In 1 Year

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has disclosed that in one year, it has approved Air Operating Certificates (AOCs) for five applicants. Speaking during a stakeholders meeting, chaired by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in Lagos on Friday, the director-general of NCAA, Capt. Chris Najomo, said during the process of approving […]

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5 h. ago Arik Air receives Labour Friendly Airline of the Year 2024 award

By Chinelo Obogo Arik Air has received the Labour Friendly Airline of the Year 2024 awarded by the Joint Consultative and Negotiating Council (JCNC), an amalgam of the four existing trade unions in the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development. The award was presented by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace […] The post Arik Air receives Labour Friendly Airline of the Year 2024 award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Customs CG seeks CBN approvals for banks resisting B’Odogwu system

Tribune Online Customs CG seeks CBN approvals for banks resisting B’Odogwu system The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to grant approvals for Authorised Dealer Banks (ADBs) that are still resisting the B’Odogwu system. Customs CG seeks CBN approvals for banks resisting B’Odogwu system Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Foreign airlines must patronise local caterers or face summer schedule rejection – Keyamo

By Chinelo Obogo Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has issued an ultimatum to foreign airlines operating in the country to patronise local catering services or risk having their summer flight schedules rejected. The statement was made during a stakeholders meeting focused on “Transforming the Aviation Industry” held in Lagos on Friday. […] The post Foreign airlines must patronise local caterers or face summer schedule rejection – Keyamo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Ologbotsere Descendants declare traditional fasting across Itsekiri land from March 1

Tribune Online Ologbotsere Descendants declare traditional fasting across Itsekiri land from March 1 The Ologbotsere Descendants of Warri Kingdom have declared a traditional fasting period across Itsekiri land, set to commence tomorrow, Saturday, 1 March. Ologbotsere Descendants declare traditional fasting across Itsekiri land from March 1 Tribune Online

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8 h. ago We’re making plans to integrate younger pilots into the system – Capt. Najomo

By Chinelo Obogo The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, has said that plans are underway to integrate younger pilots into the system as the older ones retire. He said this on Friday during a stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos while addressing concerns about an aging workforce and the lack of […] The post We’re making plans to integrate younger pilots into the system – Capt. Najomo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Keyamo threatens international airlines over local caterer patronage

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has threatened to reject the summer schedule of foreign airlines that refuse to patronize local caterers for outboard meals. The minister made this known during a stakeholders’ meeting on ‘Transforming the Aviation Industry’ held in Lagos on Friday. Keyamo expressed his dissatisfaction with international airlines for Read More

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9 h. ago Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA

By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced a six-month closure of Ibadan Airport beginning in early March to facilitate comprehensive maintenance and upgrade works. In a statement shared via his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said the decision was necessary […] The post Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Passengers Face Flight Delay As Multiple Bird Strikes Hit Air Peace Aircraft

Air Peace Airlines has asked its passengers to expect flight disruptions as it suffered three bird strikes in 24 hours on Friday. In a press statement by the head of Corporate Communication of the Airlines, Dr Ejike Ndiulo, it said it has, however, commenced requisite inspections and maintenance procedures to ensure that the affected aircraft […]

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9 h. ago Nigerian Air France passengers diverted to Togo will return tonight – NCAA

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has given an update on the passengers who were diverted to Lome in Togo by Air France, following bad weather experienced by the airline in Abuja on Thursday. On his X handle on Friday, NCAA spokesman, Michael Achimugu said the 55 passengers were housed by the airline in a four-star Read More

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10 h. ago Nigerian Air France passengers in Togo to return tonight – NCAA

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has given an update on the passengers who were diverted to Lome in Togo by Air France, following bad weather experienced by the airline in Abuja on Thursday. On his X handle on Friday, NCAA spokesman, Michael Achimugu said the 55 passengers were housed by the airline in a four-star Read More

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10 h. ago Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation and aerospace development has threatened to reject summer schedule of foreign airlines who refuse read more Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

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10 h. ago Gombe sets up committees for Ramadan palliative distribution

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has established Ramadan palliative distribution committees to ensure the seamless distribution of relief materials to residents during the holy month. This was contained in a statement released on Friday by Professor Ibrahim Njodi, Secretary to the Government of Gombe State, conveying Governor Yahaya’s approval. The statement read, “The initiative aims Read More

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16 h. ago Excitement Builds As 3rd ECOWAS – Abuja Int’l Marathon Holds Saturday

The vibrant city of Abuja is set to host the highly anticipated 3rd edition of the ECOWAS – Abuja International Marathon, scheduled for Saturday, March 1st, 2025. This year’s event, themed “Run for Unity and Integrity,” is expected to attract thousands of runners from across the region and beyond, with a total prize pool of […]

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16 h. ago Team Delta Set To Dominate Nigeria Again At Gateway Games – Oborevwori

Mr Onoriode Oborevwori, Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission, has confirmed that Team Delta is poised to dominate the country once again at the Gateway Games. He expressed his immense joy regarding the team’s performance, noting that it has given both the government and the people something to celebrate. While reminding the athletes and […]

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19 h. ago NWFL: Rivers to file complaint after Adamawa’s coach accusations

Rivers Angels are set to file an official complaint to the Nigeria Women Football League over accusations of match manipulation made by Adamawa Queens coach, Dadeino Heman, following their 6-0 defeat in Port Harcourt, The PUNCH reports.  Heman had accused the seven-time NWFL champions of using referees to secure victory despite acknowledging that Rivers Angels Read More

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20 h. ago FG targets $100bn GDP boost from creative industries growth – Minister

The Federal Government has set a target of increasing Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product by $100 billion through strategic investments in the creative industries. The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, disclosed this during a press briefing in Lagos on Thursday, emphasising the administration’s commitment to leveraging the sector’s vast potential. Read More

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24 h. ago Tariff hike: Nigeria risks companies shutting down, job loss if –FG

•Airtel: Inflation, devaluation forced hike, plans over $500m investment From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has again defended the decision to approve a tariff increase for telecommunications services, emphasising that it was a necessary measure to prevent widespread job losses and potential companies closures. Speaking after leading a delegation from Airtel, led by its […] The post Tariff hike: Nigeria risks companies shutting down, job loss if –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Kano commissioner insists 160 ‘ghost’ workers in water board, staff begin strike

Both the permanent and casual staff of the Kano State Water Board have embarked on an indefinite strike and conducted Alqunut (special supplication) prayers in protest against the management’s refusal to implement the N70,000 minimum wage and confirm the casual staff. Arewa PUNCH observed that the workers took to the streets, demanding the immediate approval Read More

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