Airport Reporters

 NDLEA EDO STATE COMMAND ARRESTS 68 WITH 7,531.51KG DESTROYS 4 CANNABIS FARMS The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo State Command has apprehended sixty-eight (68) suspected drug traffickers with 7,531.51kg of narcotic drugs in the month of August 2026. Commander of Narcotics Mitchell Ofoyeju, PhD, who is the NDLEA Edo State Commander while disclosing the command’s August scorecard described the results as a reflection of the unwavering commitment in its mission to combat drug trafficking and substance abuse in the State. Commander Mitchell stated that several intelligence-led operations led to the apprehension of sixty-eight (68) suspected drug traffickers. “Those arrested include thirty-four (34) males and thirty-four (34) females. The gender balance further authenticates the fact that substance use has no respect for sex. Additionally, a staggering total of 7,531.51 kilograms of illicit drugs was seized and removed from circulation, marking a significant blow to d...

 UBER IS LEAVING NIGERIA. BUT DID FAAN DRIVE IT OUT? THE FACTS SAY OTHERWISE As Uber prepares to discontinue its operations in Nigeria, effective September 2, 2026, an unfortunate narrative is gaining traction: that Uber is leaving because of its recent disagreement with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). That narrative deserves to be challenged, and not by FAAN, but by Uber itself. Uber has expressly stated that its decision followed a review of its “evolving business priorities and investment focus across Africa.” More significantly, the company has clarified that its exit is not related to the recent FAAN directive concerning e-hailing operations at Nigerian airports. That should settle the central question. FAAN did not drive Uber out of Nigeria. Uber says so. Indeed, Uber is exiting Nigeria and Uganda while maintaining that it remains committed to Sub-Saharan Africa and sees long-term opportunities across the region. That points far more convincingly to a corpor...

 AIR PEACE POLICE PETITION: ATSSSAN HALTS PICKETING TO RESOLVE DISPUTE  The leadership of the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN) has directed that all aviation workers should stand down every action to allow the August 11,2026 picketing issue to be addressed appropriately. This followed the outcome of the union's discussion with the Nigeria Police in Abuja Wednesday where they were appealed to by the police to maintain peace  A message of commendation by the general secretary of ATSSSAN, Comrade Frances Akinjole to members at the end of engagement declared "You are all commended for your sagacious resolute to stand for justice and stand well well solidarity. You are the true heroes and heroines of this struggle"  According to Akinjole, it was declared that every party may later be called together for discussion because the aviation industry is a strategic and sensitive sector that must be collectively protected. He further stated, th...

 High aviation charges, taxes driving up cost of flights -Olawuyi , United Nigeria Airlines CCO The Chief Commercial Officer of United Nigeria Airlines, Adedayo Olawuyi, has urged the Federal Government to reduce aviation charges and taxes as intervention to make air travel more affordable. Speaking as a panelist during the AeroWest conference held in Lagos on Wednesday with topic: "The Real Cost of Running Aviation Business: Fixing Connectivity, Affordability, FX, Fuel and Border Friction," Olawuyi said that domestic airlines require lower aviation charges because high charges increases the cost of tickets, and that tax reduction is a critical intervention needed to improve air travel affordability.  Olawuyi explained that ticket prices reflect deep structural problems in the aviation industry as airlines sell tickets in naira, while their biggest expenses are in foreign currency. He said this mismatch is what forces airlines to absorb significant losses. "How many of y...

  Stellar Wine Cellar: Emirates to serve exceptional Champagnes and fine wines onboard in 2026 Emirates is introducing a new collection of exceptional Champagnes and fine wines across its global network over the coming months, offering customers in every cabin a taste of one of the world’s most extensive airline wine cellars. From  Dom Pérignon Vintage 2017  and  Château Mouton Rothschild 2003  in First Class, to Emirates’ first English sparkling wine,  Wiston Estate Brut NV , in Premium Economy, the latest selection spans some of the most celebrated vineyards of France, Australia, Chile, South Africa and the UK. Since 2006, Emirates has invested more than USD 1 billion in its wine programme, building a cellar that today holds around five million bottles in dedicated facilities in France. Many wines are acquired years in advance and carefully matured until they reach their optimum drinking window, before being introduced onboard for guests to enjoy at their...

NAHF, Bi-Courtney Sign Landmark MoU as Hall of Fame Montage Installation Begins at MMA2 Preparations for the maiden induction into the Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) reached a major milestone on Monday with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between NAHF and Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, MMA2. The landmark MOU signing ceremony took place at the headquarters of BASL in Lagos. Representing BASL was Ms. Gbubemi Vera Aibangbee, Head of Marketing and Creative Services. Representing NAHF were Co-Founders Mr. Wole Shadare and Mr. Gboyega Adeoye. The agreement seals a strategic partnership for the joint hosting and management of the NAHF Montage — a permanent wall of honor at MMA2 featuring pictures, profiles and citations of distinguished aviators who have shaped Nigeria’s aviation sector. With installation of the Montage already work in progress, both organizations described the collaboration as a win-win aimed...