LASTMA Warns Against Use Of Rolling Skate Shoes On Lagos Highways
OLORUNDARE ENIMOLA, Lagos The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has warned members of the public, particularly children, teenagers and young adults, against the use of rolling skate shoes and other wheeled recreational footwear on public highways, citing the grave safety risks associated with the practice. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Director…
FRSC Blames Contractors, Driver Indiscipline For Lokoja-Abuja Gridlock
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has attributed the persistent traffic gridlock along the Lokoja-Abuja highway to inadequate traffic management by construction companies, vehicle breakdowns and indiscipline among motorists. The Deputy Corridor Commander of the FRSC, Abraham Daniel, disclosed this at a stakeholders’ meeting convened by the Kogi State Government to address road safety and…
AON Alleges Targeted Picketing Of Air Peace, United Nigeria
The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has questioned the rationale behind the August 11 picketing of airlines at the Lagos and Abuja airports, alleging that Air Peace and United Nigeria Airlines were specifically targeted by aviation unions. AON spokesperson and Executive Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, made the allegation while speaking at…
Lekki Port Stakeholders Raise Alarm Over Worsening Traffic Gridlock
Stakeholders operating around the Lekki Deep Seaport corridor have raised concerns over worsening traffic congestion, warning that the situation could disrupt port operations and hinder the smooth evacuation of cargo. The stakeholders attributed the persistent gridlock to what they described as inadequate enforcement of traffic regulations along the corridor by the Lagos State Government, particularly…
Akwa Ibom Spends N879.22bn On Roads, Infrastructure Projects
The Akwa Ibom State Government says it has expended N879.22 billion on roads, bridges, erosion control, electrification and other infrastructure projects since the administration of Governor Umo Bassey Eno assumed office. The Commissioner for Works, Prof. Eno Ibanga, disclosed this on Thursday in Uyo during a press conference organised as part of activities marking the…
Navy Seeks Modern Logistics System To Support Expanding Operations
The Nigerian Navy has called for the development of a modern and integrated logistics system capable of supporting its expanding operations, fleet renewal programme and emerging security responsibilities. The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, made the call on Wednesday at the Nigerian Navy Logistics Seminar 2026 held at the Nigerian Navy Logistics…
FG Reviews Nigeria-Saudi Air Deal To Secure More Hajj Slots For Local Airlines
The Federal Government has commenced a review of the 1978 Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia as part of efforts to secure more Hajj airlift slots for Nigerian airlines. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this on Thursday following a stakeholder meeting convened to discuss Nigeria’s aviation…
Abuja Hosts ACI Africa Assembly, Regional Conference On Next-Gen Airports
ABUJA — Nigeria is set to host key stakeholders in Africa’s aviation industry as Abuja welcomes airport executives, policymakers, aviation experts and industry players for the 35th Airports Council International–Africa Annual General Assembly and related meetings. The week-long programme, organised by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) in partnership with ACI Africa, is scheduled…
