The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) in partnership with Paystack have announced the roll-out of “Operation GO Cashless”, a cashless contactless payment solution across all airports beginning with Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. A statement on Friday by FAAN management, stated that effective September 29, 2025, all payments at FAAN’s revenue points, including airport Access Gates, Car Parks, FAAN VIP and Protocol Lounges will go cashless which means the agency would be phasing out the collection of cash at these points. It noted that travelers and airport users would now enjoy fast…
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The Nigeria Police Force Border Patrol Unit has sustained a crackdown on economic saboteurs and cross-border criminal gangs across several states of the federation. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin in a statement issued Friday said leading the pack of recent achievements is the recovery of large consignments of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from smugglers attempting to ferry the product across Nigeria’s borders. He revealed that at Gembu in Taraba State, two trucks fully loaded with PMS were abandoned by fleeing smugglers after a hot chase by Border Patrol Operatives of the Gembu border point. Hundeyin added: “Similarly,…
The Federal High Court ordered the President of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) to constitute a team of medical experts to ascertain the health status of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Justice James Omotosho gave the order on Friday in Abuja following the divergent views held by the Department of State Services (DSS) and private consultants of Kanu, who made different recommendations on the health of Kanu. The judge gave the committee eight days to submit its report to the court for consideration on whether to transfer Kanu to the National Hospital…
In response to recent public outcry over recurring road crashes involving Dangote trucks, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Dangote through its transport cement company Thursday convened a strategic meeting to reduce road traffic crashes involving articulated vehicles, particularly those linked to the group. The meeting, held at the National Headquarters of the Corps, Abuja, centered on practical solutions to address safety challenges associated with fleet operations and to foster responsible transportation practices within the Dangote transport system. The Corps Marshal, FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, Speaking during the engagement with the Dangote Management led by Mr. Murillo Silva, emphasised…
In the heart of Nigeria’s southwest, Osun State finds itself at a defining moment. Known as the cradle of Yoruba culture and the custodian of a UNESCO heritage site, the state is more than just an administrative entity — it is a symbol of identity, pride, and possibility. Yet, beneath the rhythm of festivals and the echoes of tradition lies a fierce contest often described as the battle for the soul of Osun State. This struggle is not merely about electoral victories. It is about competing visions of governance, the economic survival of a people, and the search for…
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has solicited support for all African States endorsed by the African Union particularly Nigeria’s re-election into part 2 of ICAO Council. TheHintsNews reports that the minister made the plea at the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada. Presenting the Country’s Statement, Keyamo expressed Nigeria’s firm commitment to the principles and objective of ICAO. He noted that Nigeria continues to invest in infrastructure modernisation, regulating reforms and capacity building to ensure Nigeria aviation sector meets global standards and contributes meaningfully to regional and international connectivity.…
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Wednesday disclosed that poor maintenance and some sleepers at Asham station that had been damaged but merely patched 13 months ago after the previous derailment at same point caused the recent incident. The NSIB released a preliminary report on the derailment involving train number AK 1, operated by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), with locomotive registration CDD5c2 2701, showed the occurrence was the second derailment at Asham station within 13 months. The report further added that the Asham station automatic crossing point switch mechanism was also found unserviceable and the clip was broken.…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), says it has lifted ban on campaigns for the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council election. TheHintsNews reports that the commission had scheduled the FCT Area Council election to be held on Saturday 21st February 2026. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun in a statement issued Wednesday said the commission’s decision was in line with the provision of Section 94(1) of the Electoral Act 2022 and item 8 of the Timetable and Schedule of Activities. He added: “Political parties participating in the 2026 Federal Capital Territory…
Akoko-Edo Local Government has been thrown into tension following revelations of a covert plan by a few individuals to unseat the Acting Chairman of the Council and replace him with someone from the Southern Constituency of the Area. The move, which insiders described as a selfish plot, has been met with stiff resistance, particularly from the Okpameri people, who see it as a direct affront against their long-standing loyalty and contributions to the ruling party, All Progressives Congress (APC). For years, the Okpameri bloc has been one of the strongest pillars of support for the party, standing firm during…
The federal government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DALIL UAE on the deployment of Advanced Cargo Information (ACI) systems across Nigerian airports. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo described the agreement as a bold step towards repositioning the country as a leading aviation and logistics hub in Africa. Keyamo, in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja by the Head, Press and Public Affairs of the Ministry, Odutayo Oluseyi, stated that the implementation of the MoU would commence with feasibility studies in October 2025, followed by a nationwide rollout in the third quarter of…