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Diamonds Bijoux Zanzibar to host 2026 World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony
World Travel Awards (WTA) has announced that Diamonds Bijoux Zanzibar will host its prestigious Africa Gala Ceremony on 28 August 2026.WTA was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism industry.The VIP reception…
Three Nigerians among 25 foreigners stripped of US citizenship
Three Nigerians are among 25 foreign-born individuals whose United States citizenship has been targeted for revocation by the US Department of Justice following denaturalisation actions filed over alleged serious criminal offences and misrepresentation during the naturalisation process. The Nigerians are…
Nigeria missing, as Japan approves visa-free entry for three African nations, 71 others
Japan has confirmed granting visa-free entry to nationals of 74 countries, with three of them from Africa. Under the country’s reciprocal visa exemption arrangement, Japan listed three African countries, including; Lesotho, Mauritius and Tunisia for the policy, alongside 71 other…
Nigeria disengages third-party visa processing firm, directs U.S applicants to embassy, consulates
Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced its decision to disengage its third-party visa application service provider in the United States, the Online Integrated Solution (OIS Services) which previously handled the services for America-based travellers to the country. According to the…
Enugu airport concession deal complete, as firm takes over management
Federal Government has formally transferred operation and management of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, to Aero Alliance Limited. The development marks the conclusion of a concession process which commenced nearly two decades ago but stalled by trade unions’ disapproval,…
FG approves five ‘viable’ destinations for United Nigeria Airlines, ahead of international flight operations
Federal Government says it has already approved four to five viable destinations in Canada, New York, Dubai, and others, ahead of a planned commencement of international flight operations by the indigenous carrier. The government explained that he decision was part…
United Nigeria Airlines takes delivery of two B737-800 aircraft, christens planes after Onitsha monarch, literary icon
United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has marked a significant milestone in its expansion drive as it takes delivery of two new Boeing 737-800NG aircraft. The new arrivals also marks a departure from the airline’s Bombardier fleet of aircraft. The aircraft arrived…
Ibom Air moves to Uyo int’l airport hub, June 14
Ibom Air has announced that all its flight operations will be moved to the newly-completed ultra-modern terminal at the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, effective June 14, 2026. The airline disclosed the development in a travel advisory issued to passengers,…
Airbnb defies growing global restrictions, rolls out expanded app
United States-based online marketplace for short and long-term accommodation, experiences and services in various countries and regions, Airbnb has launched an expanded app that now includes provisions for boutique hotels, grocery delivery, car rentals, and others. According to Airbnb, Friday,…
Domestic carriers hike fares, despite slash in JET-A1 pump price by local refinery
Domestic airlines operators have hiked the price of flight tickets across all local routes. The increase comes barely one day after a local refinery had slashed the pump price of the JET A1 ( aviation fuel), as well as other…
