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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.

Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.

FG seeks 30-day fuel credit for airlines as Dangote profits soar

The Federal Government has asked fuel marketers to give Nigerian airlines a 30-day credit window as Aliko Dangote's refinery rakes in record jet fuel margins.

Nigerian airlines plan Thursday shutdown as Jet A1 prices triple

Nigerian airlines may ground flights Thursday over a 300 percent surge in Jet A1 fuel prices, pushing operating costs past breaking point.

Tinubu agrees to waive airline debts as Jet A1 fuel prices soar

Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo says President Tinubu has agreed to waive the debts Nigerian airlines owe to aviation agencies as Jet A1 fuel prices soar.

Keyamo Gives N21.68bn NAMA Deal to Nasiru Danu’s Firm

Nigeria's aviation minister quietly handed a N21.68 billion government contract to a company linked to Nasiru Danu, a contractor with a long record of fraud allegations.

Air Peace Breaks Leasing Barrier With New Boeing 737-NG

Air Peace makes history with a new Boeing 737-NG dry lease, boosting Nigeria’s aviation growth and restoring industry confidence.

Nigeria Denies Christian Persecution, Cites Foreign Lobbyists

KEY POINTS Nigeria denies Christian genocide allegations, calls them misleading. Government says 13,500 terrorists...

Nigeria Pledges Stable Jet A1 Fuel Supply

Nigeria’s government pledges stronger collaboration with oil marketers and airlines to stabilise Jet A1 supply and promote fair fuel pricing across the aviation sector

Nigeria, COMAC in Talks to Boost Local Airline Fleet

Nigeria and COMAC move closer to an aircraft partnership that could transform local aviation through affordable fleet expansion and training initiatives.

APC Ministers’ Warnings Expose Fear of Jonathan, Obi in 2027

APC fear of Jonathan and Obi surfaces as Keyamo and Wike warn PDP not to field them in the 2027 elections.

Jonathan Pushes Back Against Keyamo, Odinkalu Over 2027 Bid

Jonathan defends his 2027 presidential bid, tells Keyamo and Odinkalu to keep off.

FG Says No To Increase The Airport Contract By N532 billion

Governor says no to N532 billion requested extra cost for Abuja airport runway, wants to know where money goes.

Govt Officials, Contractors To Fly Only Nigerian Airlines

Soon, government officials and contractors to fly only Nigerian airlines.

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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.

Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.

Boko Haram disguised as soldiers to abduct Borno NECO candidates, source says

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists in soldier and Forest Guard uniforms abducted NECO candidates and a teacher in Lassa, Borno, minutes after troops left their post.

Army declares 104 soldiers missing after Boko Haram attack on Borno base

More than 104 Nigerian soldiers have been unaccounted for since a June 5 attack on their Borno base, and the Army now calls them deserters.