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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…
Emirates reports $6.6bn PBT, high cash reserves, amid Gulf conflict
Aviation giants, the Emirates Group says it remains upbeat on outlook, as the carrier posted a record $6.6 billion profit in its 2025–26 annual report, although the impact of regional conflict was only felt during the final month of…
Stranded W. African migrants toil in Moroccan farms
By Frank Okon Migrants from West Africa are increasingly becoming the backbone of Morocco’s agricultural workforce, stepping into jobs left vacant as local laborers move to cities in search of better opportunities. Across key farming regions in Morocco, migrants now…
Spain to legalize residency of up to 500,000 immigrants
Ziggy Ojiegbe Spain is moving to grant legal residency to hundreds of thousands of undocumented migrants, including many Nigerians and other African nationals, in a sweeping policy shift aimed at recognizing their role in the country’s economy. The measure, finalized…
UK bans Kanye West over hate speech against Jews
Sopuruchi Onwuka Kanye West has been barred from entering the United Kingdom, a sweeping government move that reflects the escalating consequences of years of antisemitic rhetoric and controversy surrounding the artist. British officials denied West’s travel authorization, concluding that his…
