2 h. ago NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips

Tribune Online NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has expressed concern over multiple complaints regarding airlines that sell tickets to passengers and then only transport them partway to their destinations before deporting them back to Nigeria. According to a statement signed by Michael Achimugu, the Director, Consumer Protection and Public Affairs “these actions, which involve the refusal […] NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security

Tribune Online Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security Newly appointed management team of the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority (LNRBDA), Ilorin, led by the managing director, Engineer Olusola George-Olumoroti, has promised to reposition the Authority to her original mandate of ensuring food abundance and food security for the nation within one year of his tenure. It is recalled that President Bola Tinubu […] Lower Niger River Basin authority set to reposition mandate of food abundance, security Tribune Online

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4 h. ago After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa

Tribune Online After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa After spending eight years in jail, Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso has been found not guilty of all charges in a highly publicised South African trial. Omotoso was accused of raping young women from his church in Port Elizabeth but consistently denied the 32 charges against him. The trial, which was broadcast live, drew widespread attention […] After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Deportation Of Nigerians Midway Not Acceptable, NCAA Tells International Airlines

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has threatened to sanction airlines for deporting Nigeria passengers or denying them boarding halfway to their destinations due to visa/travel restrictions. The regulatory body said the action, which is becoming rampant recently, was causing significant distress to passengers and tarnishing the reputation of the aviation industry in Nigeria and […]

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5 h. ago Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of ‘physical attack’ on manager Okan Buruk

Galatasaray have accused Fenerbahçe boss Jose Mourinho of “physically attacking” their manager Okan Buruk after grabbing his nose following a read more Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of ‘physical attack’ on manager Okan Buruk

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6 h. ago Nigerian Televangelist Timothy Omotoso Acquitted Of Rape Charges In South Africa Faces Deportation

A Nigerian televangelist who was accused of raping young women in his South African church, Timothy Omotoso, has been found not guilty of all charges after spending eight years in jail. However, following Wednesday’s verdict, Omotoso will be deported to Nigeria, South African media outlet News24 has reported. In 2018, one witness told the court […]

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6 h. ago Rights Advocate Demands Fair Trial, Justice For Aisha Achimugu

Prominent social commentator and advocate for justice, Alvedor Weaver, has called for due process in the trial of the managing director of Felak Concept Group, Aisha Achimugu, accused of financial misconduct by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He insisted that the case must be adjudicated within the framework of the judiciary rather than […]

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6 h. ago LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, many passengers injured

By Steve Agbota Many passengers were injured and scampered for safety in the early hour of Thursday morning when a LagFerry boat, “Igbega Eko,” suddenly exploded and burst into flames while en route to Victoria Island. Confirming the fire incident to newsmen, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) said that its officers were on the […] The post LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, many passengers injured appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago ‘Senators Serve Akpabio Tea At Home’, Abbo Accuses Senate President Of Running Senate Like Personal Empire

Former Adamawa North Senator, Ishaku Elisha Abbo, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of running the Nigerian Senate like a personal empire and orchestrating the removal of lawmakers who oppose him. Speaking in an interview on Arise News Channel’s PrimeTime show on Wednesday night, Abbo alleged that Akpabio played a key role in the removal […]

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7 h. ago NCAA warns airlines against deportation of Nigerian passengers

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has cautioned international airlines on the increasing complaints from passengers who are transported halfway to their destinations, only to be deported back to Nigeria. The NCAA condemned the practice, emphasising that it has led to considerable distress for passengers and damaged the reputation of Nigeria’s aviation industry. The NCAA’s Director Read More

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7 h. ago Many passengers injured as LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways

Tribune Online Many passengers injured as LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways Many passengers were injured and scampered for safety when a LagFerry boat, Igbega Eko,” suddenly exploded and burst into flames while en route to Victoria Island. Confirming the fire incident to the Tribune Online on Thursday morning, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) said that its officers were on the ground to ensure that the […] Many passengers injured as LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways Tribune Online

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8 h. ago NCAA cracks down on airlines over denied boarding, deportation of Nigerians

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has vowed to take regulatory action against international airlines operating in Nigeria that engage in the practice of denying boarding or deporting Nigerian passengers due to visa or travel restrictions. This decision comes after the NCAA received several complaints about airlines selling tickets to passengers, […] The post NCAA cracks down on airlines over denied boarding, deportation of Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago I Lost My Senatorial Seat To Judicial Banditry — Senator Abbo

Former lawmaker representing Adamawa North in the Senate, Elijah Ishaku Abbo, has alleged that he lost his senatorial seat in the 10th Senate due to what he described as “judicial banditry.” Abbo made the claim during an interview on Arise News Channel’s PrimeTime show on Wednesday night, monitored by our correspondent. He accused the judiciary […]

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10 h. ago NCAA to suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has said henceforth it will suspend, fine and carry out other regulatory actions against foreign read more NCAA to suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

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11 h. ago Putin orders conscription of 160,000 troops to strengthen war effort in Ukraine

Vladimir Putin, Russian President has authorised the conscription of 160,000 men to strengthen Russia’s efforts in the ongoing war with read more Putin orders conscription of 160,000 troops to strengthen war effort in Ukraine

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12 h. ago Death in pregnancy, sudden death, among 18 reasons for death examination in hospitals —Forensic expert

Tribune Online Death in pregnancy, sudden death, among 18 reasons for death examination in hospitals —Forensic expert A forensic pathologist, Dr Uwom Eze, has listed 18 reasons why a death investigation must be done to ensure the living can speak for the dead and that the dead are always treated with dignity. Eze, who spoke at a Hospital-wide grand Round entitled “Coroner’s Case in the Hospital: Facts and Myths” at the University […] Death in pregnancy, sudden death, among 18 reasons for death examination in hospitals —Forensic expert Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Father, Stepmother Arrested Over Mysterious Death Of 3 Sisters ln Delta

The father and the stepmother of three sisters have been arrested after the siblings reportedly died while on a visit to their father’s residence in Oruhworun, Udu local government area of Delta State. The father’s house is in the Delta Steel Company (DSC) township. Reports said that the sisters live apart from their father, who […]

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14 h. ago N500,000 bill: Lagos hospital mum after death of pregnant woman

A private hospital  (name withheld) in the Ibeju/Lekki area of Lagos State, where a doctor allegedly refused to treat a pregnant woman, known as Kemi, due to her husband’s inability to make an upfront payment of N500,000, has remained silent over the incident. The tragic incident, in which the pregnant woman reportedly died, was first Read More

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14 h. ago Arik Air flew 2.2m passengers, operated 10,699 flights in 2024 –Report

• AMCON lauded Arik Air successfully airlifted 2,239,176 passengers between January 1 and December 31, 2024, according to a report confirmed by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). The airline, which has been under the receivership of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) since 2017, despite its challenges, also operated 10,699 flights within the year […] The post Arik Air flew 2.2m passengers, operated 10,699 flights in 2024 –Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Osimhen’s brace knocks Mourinho’s Fenerbahce out of Turkish Cup

Victor Osimhen delivered a stunning performance on Wednesday as his brace secured Galatasaray a 2-1 victory over Fenerbahce in the final stage of the Turkish Cup, eliminating José Mourinho’s side from the competition. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 10th minute, putting Galatasaray ahead with a well-taken shot from the edge of the box. The Read More

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