All that Jazz about Stingy Men’s Association of Nigeria
By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu I have just been consulted to become the National Grand Patron of the newly formed Stingy Men’s Association of Nigeria (SMAN). […]
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FRSC boss warns against night travel
The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr Boboye Oyeyemi, has advised commercial drivers and private vehicle owners who indulge in night travel to […]
We will implement FG’s directive on travel ban — Immigration Boss
The Controller-General (CG), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Mr Muhammed Babandede, has said the Service will implement Federal Government’s directive on travel ban for passengers who […]
Story of my life: Marrying my own sister & turning sixty, By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
I cannot believe that I am the jolly good fellow of the birthday song. Not many blokes gave me any chance at all that […]
COVID-19: Why we soft-pedalled on travel ban — FG
The Federal Government says it has not imposed travel ban, particularly to and from UK, over the mutated strain of COVID-19. The government said it […]
FAAN assures air travellers of safety, comfort
As yuletide approaches, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has assured air travelers and other airport users that its network of airports across the country […]
How do I write a tribute for Sam Nda-Isaiah? By Is’haq Modibbo Kawu
It was a short post from Isiaq Ajibola, former COO of Media Trust, on the WhatsApp platform of the Northern Media Forum, that drew attention […]
WHO looks at possible ‘e-vaccination certificates’ for travel
The World Health Organisation does not recommend countries issuing “immunity passports” for those who have recovered from COVID-19, but is investigating the prospects of using […]
#EndSARS protesters storm Kubwa Expressway amid melee in suburb
The #EndSARS protests in the Federal Capital Territory continued Saturday for the second day despite the ban by the FCTA. Eye witnesses told […]
Senate to suspend plenary next week as budget defence begins
…tells MDAs to adhere strictly to deadline By Haruna Salami Senate has resolved to suspend plenary next Tuesday after consideration of the Petroleum Industry Bill, PIB to […]
Edo,Ondo: UK threatens to impose travel restrictions, other measures on individuals
The United Kingdom said Tuesday has reiterated her “strong stand against election-related violence” as Nigeria prepares for gubernatorial polls in Edo and Ondo States A […]
Ember months: FRSC issues travel advisory
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Monday issued safety advisories to travellers in order to guide commuters on the ”path of safety” during the ember months. […]
NAMA creates 9 new regional navigational routes
As part of plans to resume international flight operations in the country, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has created nine new Performance Based Navigation (PBN) […]
Int’l flight resumption: Nigeria to apply principle of reciprocity — Sirika
As Nigeria prepares to resume international flights, the Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, says the country will apply the principle of reciprocity. Speaking at the […]
COVID-19: International flights to resume August 29
The MMinister of Aviation, Mr Hadi Sirika has announced that international flights will resume on August 29. The Minister made the announcement in a tweet […]
U.S Visa: Nigeria making progress to reverse restrictions – Buhari
Nigeria is making progress to reverse the United States suspension of the issuance of “immigrant visas” to Nigerian passport holders, President Muhammadu Buhari said Thursday in Abuja. […]
COVID-19: FG approves last evacuation flight from U.S.
The Federal Government has approved the ninth and last evacuation flight for Nigerians stranded in the United States due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. The Consul […]
COVID-19: Arik Air reconnects Kano, Yola
Arik Air on Monday announced the resumption of its flight operations to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, and Yola Airport from July 28. Mr […]
Abuja-Kaduna train service resumes July 29 — FG
Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, said the Abuja -Kaduna rail service would resume on July 29 inspite of the on-going Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Amaechi disclosed […]
Itakpe/Warri rail line to commence operations soon, says Amaechi
The Minister of Transportation, Mr Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has said that the Itakpe/Warri standard gauge railway, will soon be commissioned by President Muhammadu Buhari. Amaechi, […]
Domestic flights to resume July 8 – Minister
The Minister of Aviation, Sen. Hadi Sirika, on Wednesday in Abuja said domestic flights that had been suspended since March 20, would finally resume on […]
Boeing 737 MAX certification flight tests to begin on Monday – Sources
Pilots and test crew members from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration and Boeing Co (BA.N) are slated to begin a three-day certification test campaign for […]
Re-issued: Abuja airport 90% complete, ready to resume operations, says Minister
The Minister of Aviation, Sen Hadi Siriki, on Saturday, said the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja, is 90 per cent completed and ready to reopen for […]
COVID -19 Protocol: International air travellers must arrive 5 hours before departure — Minister
Passengers travelling abroad through Nigeria’s airport terminals are required to arrive five hours before departure to undergo COVID-19 protocols, the Minister of Aviation, Sen. Hadi […]
Lufthansa puts bailout to vote in make-or-break shareholders’ meeting
The fate of Germany’s ailing Lufthansa airline will be decided on Thursday at an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting, in which a nine-billion-euro ($10 billion) government bailout […]