NCAA Urges EFCC to Tackle Fraud in Nigeria’s Aviation Sector

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has called on NCAA Urges EFCC to Tackle Fraud in Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intensify efforts against fraud and economic crimes within the aviation industry.

The appeal was made when the NCAA Director General, Captain Chris Najomo, led his management team on a courtesy visit to the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

Details of the meeting were contained in a statement posted on the EFCC’s official X handle.

Najomo raised concerns about fraudulent practices undermining safety oversight and operational transparency in the sector.

Federal Government Declares 5th of September A Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration

The Federal Government has announced that Friday, September 5th, 2025, will be a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

This was confirmed in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Doctor Magdalene Ajani, in Abuja. According to the statement, the Minister of Interior, Doctor Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, extended warm greetings to Muslims in Nigeria and across the world, urging the Muslim Ummah to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion, stressing that these values are crucial to building a united and progressive nation

Tinubu Announces, “Nigeria Met Annual Revenue Target Without Borrowing.”

President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria successfully met its annual revenue target without borrowing.

The President made this known while receiving a delegation of former members of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change, CPC, led by former Nasarawa State Governor, Senator Tanko Al-Makura, at the State House.

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Tinubu explained that the country’s non-oil revenues are improving, adding that a nationwide mechanization programme has been signed off on to boost economic productivity

Akure Residents Protest Poor Power Supply, Storm BEDC Office

Aggrieved residents of Akure staged a protest at the headquarters of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) in Ondo State, over worsening power supply to their community.

The protesters, mostly from Alagbaka, Akure South Local Government Area, locked the entrance gate of the BEDC office, accusing officials of disconnecting their estate from its original power line.

They alleged that the area previously enjoyed about sixteen hours of electricity daily before the company diverted their supply to a new phase, to which they claimed to have sent several letters of complaint to BEDC offices in Benin and Lagos without any positive response.

PDP Governors Vow to Enforce Discipline, defy Wike’s Camp

Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party have responded to Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike and his allies, pledging to enforce discipline within the party and declaring that the PDP will not yield to arrogance, impunity, or divisive tendencies.

Speaking on behalf of the governors, the Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, during the inauguration of the National Convention Planning Committee responded that they are not cowards and are prepared to confront anyone who attempts to obstruct the party’s progress.

Bala was reacting to threats by Wike and his group, who have continued to challenge the party’s National Elective Convention scheduled for November fifteen and sixteen in Ibadan, Oyo State, stressing that the convention would proceed as planned.

Weak Prosecution Undermines Rule of Law, Says Adekoya

Security consultant Onyekachi Adekoya has described Nigeria’s criminal justice system as a major challenge, citing a pattern of weak enforcement of the rule of law and poor prosecution of criminal cases.

Speaking in a recent interview, Adekoya referenced the recent forceful removal of an unruly passenger at Enugu Airport, stating that the incident reflects broader issues in Nigeria’s legal system.

He compared the Incident to a similar event, adding that he is waiting to hear the official response from the Minister of Aviation

Meanwhile, Adekoya’s remarks come amid growing public concern over the effectiveness, transparency, and accountability of institutions tasked with upholding justice and maintaining law and order.

Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau Launches Probe into Abuja Train Incident,

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has disclosed that twelve people were injured out of the five hundred and eighty-three passengers on board the Asham train that derailed in Abuja.

The Director General of the NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh, explained that an Investigator-in-Charge (IIC) has been appointed to lead the probe alongside relevant stakeholders, including the Nigerian Railway Corporation so as to be able to release the final report in twenty-three days from today.

Badeh dismissed claims that the trains were not in good condition and said the refund of the ticket fees had been initiated for all passengers on board. He also appealed to the Federal Government and other stakeholders to address funding shortfalls in order to enhance the bureau’s capacity for thorough investigations and safeguard the lives of Nigerians.

Jonathan Eligible to Run in 2027, says Senior Advocate Monday Ubani

A senior advocate of Nigeria, Monday Ubani has stated the eligibility of the former president of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan to run for presidency in the two thousand and twenty-seven elections, following the judicial pronouncement of the court in two thousand and twenty-two and the nineteen ninety-nine constitution, stressing the ruling of court for the provisions of eight years for a person to run as president.

Ubani who stated this in an interview stated that Jonathan emergence in two thousand and ten was not from election but to complete a tenure, hence his eligibility and legality to run for presidency.

Recall that the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo warned that the People’s Democratic Party risks serious setbacks in its two thousand and twenty-seven presidential strategy if it opts for former President Goodluck Jonathan or former Anambra governor Peter Obi as its standard-bearer.

Presidency Defends Tinubu’s Record, Accuses El-Rufai of Double Standards

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has described those calling for the removal of President Bola Tinubu from office as power-hungry politicians, who feel politically displaced.

Onanuga who spoke against the backdrop of comments of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufai, that the President would not be re-elected in two thousand and twenty-seven, accused el-Rufai of being at the forefront of the campaign of removing the President, despite admitting in the past that four years was not enough for any leader to deliver meaningful changes.

He argued that Tinubu’s administration had achieved significant progress within two years, citing increased foreign reserves, growth in the stock market, harmonisation of the exchange rate, and four consecutive months of inflation decline. He added that states and local governments were receiving more funds from the centre, enabling them to embark on capital projects and create jobs.

Sancho joins Aston Villa on Loan as United Offload Amass to Sheffield Wednesday

Manchester United have confirmed that left-back, Harry Amass has joined Sheffield Wednesday on loan in a post on transfer deadline day.

The Red Devils disclosed that the move is the player’s first loan move away from Old Trafford after he had played as a substitute in an away Premier League win at Leicester City.

Meanwhile, Manchester United also confirmed that their winger Jadon Sancho has joined Aston Villa on loan for the 2025/26 season, with details confirming that Aston Villa will pay Sancho’s loan fee and eighty per cent of his wages during his time at Villa Park.