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Aviation unions commend Achimugu, describe him as a good ambassador of NCAA, Nigeria

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 Aviation unions commend Achimugu, describe him as a good ambassador of NCAA, Nigeria   Following his recent string of awards, Aviation workers’ unions have commended the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Mr. Michael Achimugu, describing him as a worthy ambassador of Nigeria whose work continues to project the country’s aviation industry positively at home and internationally.   The commendation was made by the Deputy General Secretary of the Air Transport Senior Staff Services Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), Comrade Olayinka Abioye, during a congress of aviation unions held at the NCAA Regional Office in Lagos on Tuesday.   Abioye congratulated Achimugu on his recent awards, applauding his contributions to the image of the Authority and the innovations championed by his directorate in advancing engagement with airlines, passengers and other stakeholders in the aviation industry.   The ATSSSAN o...

AIRPORT POLICE COMMAND ARRAIGNS SUSPECT FOR IMPERSONATION, UNAUTHORISED ACCESS TO RESTRICTED AREAS

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AIRPORT POLICE COMMAND ARRAIGNS SUSPECT FOR IMPERSONATION, UNAUTHORISED ACCESS TO RESTRICTED AREAS The Airport Police Command has successfully arraigned a 47-year-old suspect, Mark Agbor, over impersonation and unauthorized access to restricted areas, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding critical national infrastructure and ensuring that acts capable of compromising aviation and national security are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the law. The suspect, a staff member of Pathfinders International Limited, was handed over to the International Division of the Airport Police Command by the Provost Investigation Unit of the Nigerian Air Force, Ikeja, for further investigation and necessary action. Findings revealed that on 7 October 2026, the suspect allegedly posted a video on social media platforms in which he presented himself as the owner of two military combat helicopters and claimed that one of the aircraft was available for sale, apparently seeking in...

Indigenous cuisines for showcase as Nigeria participates in WAFEST 2026...... Chefs call for enhanced regulations for food safety

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Indigenous cuisines for showcase as  Nigeria participates in WAFEST 2026...... Chefs call for enhanced regulations for food safety Delegates from Nigeria's six geo- political zones will be showcasing their indigenous cuisines as part of efforts to market the country's rich cultural heritage  as the West African  Food Festival (WAFEST 2026 ) , gets underway this week  in The Gambia. Nigeria's participation in the continental cultural , culinary showpiece is part of efforts to connect young talents and representatives from over 22 countries across West Africa and beyond,  in creating a dynamic platform where nations will not only cook and compete, but also tell their stories through indigenous foods, beverages, traditional clothing, music, dance, innovation and gastronomy. Speaking at a briefing in Lagos, President , Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria (ACPN), Dr. Eric Merkwuye said The Federal Government will be using the continental event to  set...

Customs command n Cross River, Akwa Ibom seek stronger ties with security agencies

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Customs command n Cross River, Akwa Ibom seek stronger  ties with security agencies  .....Partnership to enhance coordinated responses to security threats  ......Improve operational effectiveness  The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone/Akwa Ibom, Command, is strengthening security partnerships and intelligence-sharing mechanisms with sister agencies including : the Nigeria Security and Defence Corp (NSCDC) al Nigerian Correctional Services (NCS) and Department of State Services (DSS). According to the Customs command, the new arrangement will enhance coordinated responses to security threats, promote lawful trade and improve operational effectiveness. The move followed a series of familiarisation visits by the Acting Area Controller of the Command, Deputy Comptroller Dr Nkiru Nwala,  to the leadership of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Nigerian Correctional Service and the Department of State Services (DS...

Keyamo, Sanwo Olu canvass funding model for weather detecting facilities ....As Fed Govt develops $500m financing window for climate resilient infrastructure

 Keyamo, Sanwo Olu canvass funding model for weather detecting facilities ....As Fed Govt develops $500m financing window for climate resilient infrastructure  Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Olorogun Festus Keyamo and Governor of Lagos State,  Mr Babajide Sanwo - Olu have canvassed the adoption of public private partnership (PPP) funding model for weather detecting facilities saying monies from budgetary allocation are not sufficient to cater to the needs of  such critical infrastructure. They said the increasing role such  equipment plays  in early climate warning , requires à coalition of efforts by the government, private sector players, development financing institutions to scale funding and other interventions affecting the ecosystem. Their call came just as the  Federal Government has developed mechanisms for mobilising domestic and international resources for climate-related investments, including the Nigerian Climate Investment...

Okonkwo urges South-East voters to be more politically active ...As De Pinnacle Club installs him as Patron

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 Okonkwo urges South-East voters to be more politically active ...As De Pinnacle Club installs him as patron  Executive chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, has said that the Igbo must become more politically active and conscious as community influence carries little weight unless it is applied to the choices that shape people’s lives. Speaking at the 10th anniversary of De Pinnacle International Social Club which held in Abuja at the weekend with theme; “A Decade of Excellence and Impact” at the in Abuja, he said he has observed that prominent individuals and groups in the South-East often fight fiercely over who becomes a town union leader or traditional ruler, yet are passive when it comes to electing governors, local government chairmen and other political leaders. The elder statesman who was installed as the patron of the club said these offices wield far greater power over the collective future of the South East, therefore, the energy spent on town ...

ATSSSAN PRESIDENT PLEDGES SUPPORT TO NEW NAMA EXECUTIVES, ......AS EKIP CHARTS ROADMAP

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 ATSSSAN PRESIDENT PLEDGES SUPPORT TO NEW NAMA EXECUTIVES,  ......AS EKIP CHARTS ROADMAP  The National president of Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN) Comrade John Ogbe has assured the newly sworn in executives of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) branch of his unflitching support by working together with them for the benefit of aviation workers  Speaking while swearing in the new branch executive members of ATSSSAN in NAMA, Comr Ogbe describe the occasion as very important considering the agitations before the election and assured of the support of the National Executives for the success of the branch.  Ogbe commended the elders of NAMA for their interventions and ensuring that they remained one "You understood the agitations that brought us to this level with NAMA and I really want to use this opportunity to thank the elders of NAMA that uh allowed reasons to prevail" He noted that the problem of one organisation ...