Airport Reporters

 United Nigeria Airlines celebrates states created on August 27 …Says they have contributed to nation’s economy United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has commemorated the creation of 10 states in August 1991, describing it as a defining moment in Nigeria's history. On August 27, 1991, the military administration of General Ibrahim Babangida (rtd) increased the number of states from 21 to 30. Taraba was created on August 1, 1991, followed by Abia, Adamawa, Delta, Edo, Enugu, Jigawa, Kebbi, Kogi, and Osun on August 27. Yobe State was created shortly afterwards, establishing new hubs across the country. Reflecting on the milestone and why United Nigeria Airlines chose to celebrate, the Chief Commercial Officer, Adedayo Olawuyi, said that the creation of these states has helped unlock more economic potential across the nation. "These 10 states represent something beautiful and profound. They were born from a vision of bringing Nigeria closer to its people, of saying to every corner of thi...

 NDLEA EDO STATE COMMAND DISMANTLES DRUG OPERATIONS Officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Edo State Command have raided multiple illicit drug operations within Edo State, leading to the destruction of a cannabis plantation and dislodgement of illegal drug trafficking activities with multiple arrests.  These operations underline the NDLEA's unwavering commitment to combating drug abuse and ensuring a safer society for all citizens. According to the Commander of Narcotics, Mitchell Ofoyeju,  PhD, the Edo State Commander, on August 18, 2026, a specialised team from the NDLEA's state headquarters stormed a cannabis sativa plantation in the Ukaro Forest of Owan West Local Government Area, where they apprehended three male suspects: Imohimi Ugbeje, aged 50; Usihoro Saturday, aged 27; and Bala Sunday, aged 23. During the operation, the agency uncovered a cannabis farm spanning approximately 0.496 hectares, with an estimated yield of 1,240.9 kilograms. ...

 LAAC conference sets stage for discourse on government revenue demands, sector’s growth   The 30th Annual Conference of the League of Airport and Aviation Correspondents (LAAC) is set to provide a major platform for stakeholders in Nigeria’s aviation industry to examine the delicate balance between government revenue demands and the need to sustain the growth and competitiveness of the sector. The conference, scheduled to hold on September 10, 2026, in Lagos, will be held under the theme: “Towards a Sustainable Aviation Industry: Balancing Government Revenue Demands with Sector Growth.” The landmark 30th edition of the conference is expected to bring together key stakeholders across the aviation value chain, including the Minister of Aviation, Mr. Festus Keyamo (SAN), government officials, industry bigwigs,  regulators, airline operators, airport managers, financial institutions, investors, aviation professionals, labour unions and other industry players. A statement by ...

  A New Beginning: How Olubunmi Kuku’s FAAN Is Raising the Standard for Pilgrim Travel The transformation of Nigeria’s airports has been a journey of determination, resilience and relentless commitment to excellence for the Olubunmi Kuku-led management of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).  With a clear focus on renewing ageing infrastructure and placing the passenger at the heart of airport development, the Authority has continued to push forward despite the complexities of managing critical aviation facilities.  One of the latest expressions of that resolve is the newly upgraded Pilgrim Terminal Building at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos.   A modern facility designed to ensure that for intending pilgrims, the journey to the holy sites begins not with inconvenience or uncertainty, but with comfort, dignity, safety and confidence.At the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, that experience is taking a new ...

 NDLEA, UBTH,  STAKEHOLDERS CALL FOR ENHANCED ALCOHOL , DRUG TESTING   The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in collaboration with the management of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) and other key stakeholders, has underscored the critical need for alcohol and substance abuse screening.  During the second Special Stakeholders Workshop of the hospital, Commander of Narcotics, Dr. Mitchell Ofoyeju, Edo State Commander highlighted the urgent necessity of such measures, stressing that addressing substance abuse is vital for improving safety in both workplace and public settings.   The workshop was officially declared open by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, represented by the  Commissioner for Security and Safety, Festus Ebea.  Among them ,included prominent figures from law enforcement, the judiciary, education, and healthcare sectors, who collectively emphasized that substance abuse extends beyond youth culture into office...

 United Nigeria Airlines pledges N20m to fund Chinua Achebe Prize for Fiction for 10 yrs ‎United Nigeria Airlines has pledged N20 million  to sponsor the prestigious annual Chinua Achebe Prize for Fiction, administered by the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) for the next 10 years. ‎The sponsorship deal was disclosed today  by the executive chairman of the airline, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, following a discussion with the ANA president, Dr. Usman Akanbi.  Under the arrangement, the airline will provide N2 million every year for the next 10 years to ANA, bringing the total sponsorship to N20 million, a commitment the association says would guarantee the continuation of the prize regardless of the change in the state government. ‎ The yearly award which was initiated by the Anambra State government in 2021 in conjunction with the ANA leadership, has faced financial constraints in the last three years following the failure of the present state administration to cont...