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Flight Disruptions: Air Peace Apologises, Reaffirms Commitment To Reliable Service

Air Peace Limited has apologised to passengers affected by recent flight delays, diversions and cancellations across some of its operations, attributing the disruptions to a combination of unforeseen operational challenges.

Nigeria Eyes Bigger Automotive Role As Abidjan Expo Targets West African Market

The exhibition, scheduled for November 26 to 28, 2026, will bring together vehicle manufacturers, equipment suppliers, distributors and mobility solution providers, creating opportunities for Nigerian businesses to establish partnerships and expand access to regional markets.

Former Senator Bello Mandiya Dies In Abuja At 62

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Ibrahim Mohammed, Chief Press Secretary to Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, confirmed the death and disclosed that the former lawmaker would be buried in Abuja on Tuesday.

Tension In Benue As Thugs Attack Peter Obi’s Convoy, Force Campaign Team To Retreat

Tension rose in Benue State on Tuesday after suspected thugs allegedly attacked the convoy of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, forcing his campaign team to retreat from an entry route into the state.

PremiumTrust Bank Secures Dual Credit Rating Upgrades From Agusto, DataPro

PremiumTrust Bank has received credit rating upgrades from Agusto & Co. and DataPro Limited, with both agencies citing the lender’s stronger capital position, sound asset quality, liquidity and financial performance.

2.7bn Trapped In Tobacco’s Deadly Cloud As Second-Hand Smoke Kills 1.7m In One Year

The study described second-hand smoke exposure as a major global health threat, warning that there is no safe level of inhalation and that millions of people who do not smoke are nevertheless paying a deadly price for tobacco use.

Kenya Cracks Down On Foreigners Using Visas To Run Small Businesses

The warning comes as the Kenyan government seeks to balance its drive to attract foreign investment with concerns from local traders who say foreign nationals are increasingly competing with them in small-scale commercial activities.

PalmPay Expands Security Tools As Fintech Fraud Concerns Grow

The fintech launched its ‘PalmPay Dey For You’ campaign as concerns over fraud, account security and the reliability of digital financial services continue to attract attention among Nigerian consumers.

INEC Fixes September 19 For Five Crucial By-Elections Across Four States

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced September 19 as the date for the conduct of five by-elections in four states, as the electoral body moves to fill vacancies created in both the House of Representatives and State Houses of Assembly.

Nigeria’s 5G Market Share Jumps 41% As 2G, 3G Lose Ground

Data from the Nigerian Communications Commission shows that 5G accounted for 4.61% of mobile connections in June, up from 3.27% a year earlier. That represents a 1.34 percentage-point increase and a 40.98% rise in its share.