Airport Reporters

 NDLEA, UNIBEN PARTNER ON ALCOHOL DRUG SCREENING The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) is partnering with the University of Benin (UNIBEN) to champion pre-employment alcohol and drug screening protocols. This was made known on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the opening ceremony of a crucial two-day training program held at the University of Benin. The event marks a proactive step towards institutionalising drug-free environments within professional and academic settings. The training, titled "Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Screening," was organised by the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) in collaboration with the Forensic Research and Development Centre, led by its director, Professor Eddy Ehikhame. The ceremony witnessed key stakeholders in health, security, and academia. The Chief Medical Director of UBTH, Professor Idia Eze-Iyamu, was present, underscoring the medical community's commitment to the initiative. Declaring the training open, the Special...

  Special Report March 30, 2026 by  The Nation Breaking down Nigeria’s high – stakes aviation sector reforms Nigeria’s aviation sector is charting a new course after years of turbulence, driven by sweeping reforms across infrastructure, regulation, safety, financing and technology. By clearing legacy bottlenecks and embracing private capital and digital systems, the Federal Government is restoring investor confidence and strengthening oversight. With improved passenger experience and bold hub ambitions in focus, the industry is being repositioned for sustainable growth, operational efficiency and greater global competitiveness, reports  KELVIN OSA OKUNBOR Clearing legacy bottlenecks and embracing reform Nigeria’s aviation sector is being recast through an ambitious wave of reforms, aligning the country with a global push to strengthen safety, standardisation, and operational efficiency across the air transport value chain. As international benchmarks evolve rapidly, natio...