Gov Mutfwang clarifies Tinubu’s no electricity comment during Jos visit
Caleb Mutfwang has explained that the electricity issue mentioned during President Bola Tinubu’s visit only affects the runway at the Jos airport, not the whole of Plateau State. The governor made this clarification on Wednesday while speaking during an interview on Arise Television, where he responded to questions about the situation. This clarification followed Tinubu’s […]
No going back on cashless policy at airports – Keyamo
Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has reiterated that Nigeria’s airports will fully transition to a cashless payment system, despite the current temporary hybrid arrangement allowing both cash and electronic payments. The move aims to modernize airport revenue collection and comply with federal government directives. Keyamo explained that the hybrid system is only temporary while authorities […]
Keyamo orders immediate change to Airport gate hybrid payment system
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has ordered the immediate introduction of a hybrid payment system at airport access gates nationwide. The system allows both cash and electronic payments for motorists entering airport premises. The directive follows the suspension of the full cashless “Access Gate Payment System” by President Bola Tinubu due to […]
Aviation minister, Keyamo undertakes emergency visit to MMIA after Terminal 1 fire
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, undertook an emergency visit to Lagos following the fire outbreak at Terminal 1 of Murtala Muhammed International Airport. He arrived around midnight to assess the situation and join the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria management team coordinating emergency response efforts. Keyamo praised FAAN personnel and emergency […]
FAAN gives update on fire incident at Lagos Airport
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has confirmed a fire outbreak at Terminal One of Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The agency announced the incident through its official social media channel, assuring the public that emergency teams quickly moved in to control the situation. It also stated that no casualties had been reported at the time […]
FAAN to close Lagos Airport Terminal 1 for 22-month renovation
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to close Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, from March 2026. The closure is part of a major renovation project aimed at upgrading the ageing terminal to meet modern aviation standards. FAAN said the renovation is expected to last about 22 […]
FAAN issues eviction notice to tanker drivers, bus parks, others on Lagos Airport road
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued eviction notices to tanker drivers, commercial bus operators, and other occupants operating illegally along the Lagos Airport road. According to FAAN, the activities of these groups have caused serious traffic congestion, security concerns, and environmental issues around the airport corridor. The authority stressed that the Lagos […]
BREAKING: KWAM 1’s flight ban cut to one month; charges dropped; FAAN to engage him as Aviation Security Protocol Ambassador
Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, has received good news from aviation authorities. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has reduced his no-fly ban to just one month. All criminal charges earlier filed against him have also been withdrawn. In a surprising twist, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) […]
NCAA blacklists fuji musician, K1 De Ultimate
Popular Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, better known as K1 De Ultimate, has been blacklisted by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) over claims of violating airport security rules. According to Michael Achimugu, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection for the NCAA, an investigation is currently ongoing to determine the full details of […]
Drama as Oshiomole allegedly shuts down Lagos airport terminal after missing his flight to Abuja
There was some drama at the Lagos airport on Tuesday, June 11, when Senator Adams Oshiomhole, the former governor of Edo State, missed his flight to Abuja. The situation quickly caught public attention, especially on social media. Reports say Oshiomhole arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport after the boarding gate had already closed. He […]