Lagos, Nigeria — The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has cautioned air travellers departing through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, to plan ahead and arrive early, as the reconstruction of the airport’s old international terminal gets underway. The advisory, released on Friday, urged passengers to allow extra time for processing to avoid…
Lyon, France — An EasyJet flight traveling from Lyon to Porto was compelled to return to Lyon airport after a 26-year-old Portuguese passenger, experiencing delirium, attempted to enter the cockpit. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff late Friday. Fellow passengers intervened promptly to restrain the individual until the plane could safely land back in Lyon,…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched an investigation into an incident involving popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as K1 De Ultimate, over an alleged violation of aviation security protocols at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, FAAN…
Lagos, Nigeria — Frustration is mounting among over 300 Nigerian students who secured admission into universities across the United States but are yet to receive their student visas, weeks after attending scheduled interviews at the US embassies in Lagos and Abuja. The affected students, connected through a WhatsApp group of 301 members, voiced concerns over…
Lisbon, Portugal — Despite the widespread belief that European travel is costly, new insights reveal that several countries across the continent offer surprisingly affordable experiences for tourists. This observation was drawn from current travel reports emphasizing that beyond expensive hubs like Paris, London, and Zurich, lie destinations where history, culture, and adventure are available at…
Lagos, Nigeria — In a bid to ease travel access for Nigerian citizens, several European countries have maintained visa fees below ₦150,000, making tourism, education, business, and family visits more accessible. While visa processing and documentation remain critical aspects of travel, affordability has emerged as a deciding factor for many Nigerians looking to explore Europe….
Lagos, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned three newly acquired Nigerian Navy warships—NNS SHERE, NNS FARO, and NNS IKOGOSI—alongside three AW109 Trekker helicopters, marking a significant step in Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen maritime security and national defense. The commissioning ceremony, held at the Naval Dockyard in Victoria Island, Lagos, was carried out…
