3 h. ago Bird strike grounds United Nigeria flights, passengers protest

A United Nigeria bird strike led to multiple flight cancellations and passenger protests in Abuja. Learn about the incident and the airline’s response. Read More: https://punchng.com/bird-strike-grounds-united-nigeria-flights-passengers-protest/

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11 h. ago Angry passenger arrested for destroying laptops over flight cancellation

An angry passenger was arrested after destroying laptops following a United Nigeria Airlines flight cancellation caused by a bird strike. Read More: https://punchng.com/angry-passenger-arrested-for-destroying-laptops-over-flight-cancellation/

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12 h. ago Thursday News Recap: Reps Want Waivers For Airlines, Senate Rowdy Over Omokri’s Screening +More

Dive in to catch up on the major headlines, explore emerging trends, and stay connected to the conversations that matter most to you. The post Thursday News Recap: Reps Want Waivers For Airlines, Senate Rowdy Over Omokri’s Screening +More appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago Passengers stranded as United Nigeria grounds aircraft after bird strike

A United Nigeria bird strike has forced the airline to ground an aircraft, causing multiple flight cancellations and stranding passengers in Abuja. Read More: https://punchng.com/passengers-stranded-as-united-nigeria-grounds-aircraft-after-bird-strike/

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13 h. ago United Nigeria Airlines’ operations disrupted after bird strike grounds aircraft

United Nigeria Airlines has announced that due to a bird strike on one of its operating aircraft, some flights across read more United Nigeria Airlines’ operations disrupted after bird strike grounds aircraft

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14 h. ago Lagos: Police arrest 13 suspects, sanction inspector over viral assault

The police in Lagos State have arrested thirteen suspects in connection with the physical assault of a police inspector who was accused of stealing in a viral online video.

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14 h. ago Reps ask FG to prioritise forex allocation to airline operators

The House of Representatives on Thursday urged the Federal Government to prioritise the allocation of foreign exchange at concessionary rates for airline operators.

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15 h. ago Kwara SUBEB Team Wins Gold For Nigeria In International Debate

The Team Kwara State Universal Education Board (SUBEB ) that represented Nigeria at the prestigious 2025 Asia Parlimentary International Debate competition (junior secondary school category) emerged the champion at the event held at HELP University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In the grand finale of the competition, Team Nigeria triumphed over Team Cambodia, emerging as overall winner. […]

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15 h. ago Yuletide: Reps Call On FG To Grant Tax Waivers Amid Airfare Hikes

The resolution came after a debate on the soaring cost of flight fares. However, the lawmakers rejected proposals to subsidize airline tickets. The post Yuletide: Reps Call On FG To Grant Tax Waivers Amid Airfare Hikes appeared first on Channels Television.

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17 h. ago Kano govt to recruit 4,000 new teachers to boost foundational learning

The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has announced plans to recruit an additional 4,000 teachers as part of efforts to strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy across public primary schools in the state.

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21 h. ago Ethiopian Airlines expands Middle East connectivity with new service to Jizan, Saudi Arabia

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier and one of the fastest-growing airline brands in the world, is proud to announce that read more Ethiopian Airlines expands Middle East connectivity with new service to Jizan, Saudi Arabia

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22 h. ago ECOWAS to abolish four aviation taxes, cuts key charges by 2026

“Lower airfares will support regional mobility, strengthen airlines, and deepen economic integration...

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27 h. ago TETFund set to develop security master plan for tertiary institutions

Worried by the rising insecurity in the country, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced plans to develop a comprehensive security master plan for tertiary institutions nationwide. Chairman of the Board of Trustees, TETFund, Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, made this known during his remarks at the opening ceremony of a two-day workshop on […]

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28 h. ago Experts list reasons for doubling of diabetes cases in Nigeria

NEW data indicate that diabetes prevalence in Nigeria has almost doubled since the 2019 estimates released by the International Diabetes Federation, and these specialists said it reflects a combination of risk factors, including higher socioeconomic status, family history, physical inactivity, urban living, infrequent vegetable consumption and abdominal obesity. The systematic review and meta-analysis of the […]

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42 h. ago TETFund Moves To Develop Security Master Plan For Tertiary Institutions

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has initiated the development of a comprehensive security master plan to enhance safety across tertiary institutions nationwide. Chairman of the Board of Trustees of TETFund, Aminu Masari, disclosed this on Tuesday at the opening of a two-day workshop in Abuja, focused on designing a proposed security framework for campuses. […]

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43 h. ago Nigeria clear as Algeria tops list of countries with blocked airline funds

…Nigeria again removed from list as $1.2bn airlines’ funds remain trapped globally The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported read more Nigeria clear as Algeria tops list of countries with blocked airline funds

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60 h. ago Cardoso charges ACGSF board to expand credit access for women, youth farmers

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, has urged the newly inaugurated Board of the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme Fund (ACGSF) to intensify efforts toward deepening financial inclusion and strengthening oversight through robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks. Speaking at the inauguration of the Board on Tuesday in Abuja, Cardoso, who […]

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60 h. ago Aviation: Senate condemns ‘abysmal rise’ in airfares, summons minister, FAAN, AON, others

Senators rose in unison on Tuesday against what they called an “abysmal rise” in air ticket prices in the country, as airlines charge as much as N700,000 for a one-way ticket.

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63 h. ago Cardoso launches new era for agric financing, inaugurates ACGSF board

flags sub-5% lending to farmers Olayemi Cardoso, governor, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Tuesday launched what he described as read more Cardoso launches new era for agric financing, inaugurates ACGSF board

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65 h. ago Keyamo to flag off United Nigeria Airlines’ inaugural flight to Ekiti December 10th

Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, will lead dignitaries and others as United Nigeria airline commences its read more Keyamo to flag off United Nigeria Airlines’ inaugural flight to Ekiti December 10th

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