Visa overstayers in Nigeria to risk $15 daily fine and lifetime ban from August
The Nigerian government is making big changes to how it handles foreign visitors who stay too long on their visas. Starting in May 2025, anyone who overstays will be charged a $15 fine for each day they stay extra. But the real enforcement will begin in August 2025, after a three-month grace period. During this […]
Woman prints banner and calls her community to celebrate with her on becoming the “first woman to enter airplane” in her community
A woman named Gold Ike has become popular online after she celebrated a special moment in her life — being the first woman from her community to fly in an airplane. She shared a video on Facebook showing herself standing in front of the airplane. Four days later, on Sunday, April 6, she held a […]
Cocaine worth £1million is found hidden inside electric wheelchair during security check
Security officers at Manchester Airport have discovered nearly £1 million worth of cocaine hidden inside an electric wheelchair. The incident happened on Sunday when a passenger arrived from Bridgetown, Barbados. Border Force officers conducted a scan of the wheelchair and found 11 packages of cocaine weighing 12kg. The drugs were hidden inside the seat and […]
Nigerian travel creator Alma Asinobi eyes world record, to visit all continents in 70 hours
Nigerian travel creator Alma Asinobi has announced her plan to visit all seven continents in just 70 hours. She hopes to break a world record while drawing attention to the challenges African travelers face due to passport restrictions. Alma’s journey will start in Australia on March 15, 2025, and end in Nigeria. She is using […]
The Federal Government, through the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has closed Runway 18R/36L at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos for rehabilitation.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the temporary closure of Runway 18R/36L at Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos. This decision was made to allow for necessary rehabilitation work to improve the safety and efficiency of flight operations. With the closure, airlines will have to use the remaining runways, which could lead to delays […]
Former Director General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, Joe Abah, narrates his experience at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
Former Director General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, Joe Abah, recently shared his experience at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. In a post on X, he mentioned that he passed through the airport this morning and was surprised at how well everything was working. He expressed his amazement at the efficiency of the airport, […]
Nigerians In UK Protest Against Rising Certificate Of Sponsorship Scams
A group of Nigerians living in the UK recently protested in London against the increasing Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) scams. These scams have left many victims struggling, with some losing thousands of pounds. The protest took place at Marsham Street, in front of the UK Home Office. It was led by Christiana Olabisi, also known […]
Niger Republic Enforces Travel Restrictions On Nigerians With ECOWAS Passport
Niger Republic is now stopping Nigerians with ECOWAS passports from entering its country unless they have an international passport. The Republic of Niger has started enforcing strict travel rules for Nigerians using the ECOWAS passport. Many travelers have been denied entry at border crossings, such as Illela in Nigeria and Konni in Niger. This new […]
NCAA to penalise Kenya Airways for ‘violating’ consumer protection laws and failing to provide evidence of their claim against a Nigerian passenger
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced plans to take strict action against Kenya Airways for failing to follow consumer protection rules. The airline has been accused of mistreating passengers, failing to compensate them for flight delays, and not following Nigerian aviation laws. The issue gained attention after an incident involving a Nigerian passenger, […]
Nigerians Filmed Scooping Oil From A Fallen Petrol Tanker In Onitsha
A petrol tanker fell near the Army Barracks in Onitsha yesterday, and many people rushed to scoop fuel from the spilled petrol. Even though past incidents have led to explosions, causing loss of lives and injuries, some still take the risk. This dangerous act has happened many times in Nigeria, yet people do not seem […]