FG Extends Airports Closure By Two Weeks

Iceland, a land of dramatic landscapes and otherworldly beauty, beckons adventurers from around the globe. Whether you’re drawn to the mesmerizing Northern Lights, the sizzling geothermal wonders, or the untamed wilderness, Iceland has something captivating for every traveller. The popularity of Iceland tours has surged in recent years, and it’s no wonder why. This article is your gateway to the top nine captivating holiday packages in Iceland, offering a diverse range of experiences that will leave you spellbound by the Land of Fire and Ice. 1. The Golden Circle: Classic Beauty and Beyond The Golden Circle, one of Iceland’s most

Are you wholly bowed towards relocating to Nashville, Tennessee? If so, one of the most critical tasks in the moving process involves figuring out where to purchase a home in Nashville. You’re in luck since a wide variety of housing alternatives will be available to you. According to Redfin, there is fierce competition when purchasing a home in Nashville. This is because the city is among the best in the nation for job market expansion. Unfortunately, due to high demand, Nashville’s homebuyers are driving up the prices. Here are some of the key considerations that you should adhere to when

By Adedapo Adesanya The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has urged airlines and other service providers in the subsector to comply with the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (Nig. CARs) 2022 on insurance cover. This was disclosed by NCAA Director-General, Mr Musa Nuhu, in a directive contained in an all operators letter, referenced NCAA/DG/AIR/11/16/369 signed August 11, 2023, was addressed to all airlines and allied aviation service providers. According to the NCAA DG, the need for compliance is a sequel to the coming into force of Nig. CARs 2022 on 10th July, 2023 which makes it mandatory for all airlines to

By Adedapo Adesanya Innovative Nigerian business aviation company, Vivajets, has rolled out a specialised service that enables customers to become part owners of an aircraft as part of a set of innovative product offerings. At a recent international conference held by the company in Lagos, the organization released a guide on fractional aircraft ownership, which the chief executive officer (CEO), Mr Chukwuerika Achum, said allows Vivajets to position itself to meet this rising demand of business aviation on the continent with a full range of services including aircraft management services, fractional ownership opportunities, and aircraft sales and acquisition. Vivajets is

By Modupe Gbadeyanka A former Relationship Officer of Coronation Merchant Bank, Mr Nsa Ayi, has been remanded in Kirikiri prison, Lagos pending the hearing of his bail application. The suspect was arraigned on Monday, February 26, 2018, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja. The anti-graft agency dragged Mr Ayi before Justice Mojisola Dada on an 11-count charge bordering on fraudulent false accounting to the tune of N700 million, an offence contrary to Section 335(a) of the Criminal Law of Lagos State of Nigeria, 2011. The defendant was alleged to

By Dipo Olowookere Federal Government has planned a meeting for Tuesday, September 26, 2017 (today) with members of the National Assembly and the judiciary on the Ease of Doing Business action plan. The Vice President, Mr Yemi Osinbajo, who is the Chairman of Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), will meet with the Senate President, Mr Bukola Saraki; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara; and the Chief Justice of the Federation, Justice Walter Onnoghen. Also expected at the meeting are Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode; and Kano State Governor, Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje; as well as the

By Modupe Gbadeyanka All is now set for the grand finale of the Future Face Africa (FFA) model talent search taking place at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 30, 2022. The event has the full support of Ecobank Nigeria, ensuring that the winner gets a good platform to shine and have a chance to get a two-year modelling contract with a top international modelling agency, as well as a $5,000 cash prize. It was gathered that after a rigorous selection process involving physical castings in eight African countries, as well as thousands of digital applications from

By Adedapo Adesanya Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), Mr Hammed Ali, has disclosed that the service generated revenue totalling N1,341,690,568,327.18 in 2019 despite closure of the country’s land borders in the year. In a statement released by the Customs Public Relations Officer, DC Joseph Attah, it was stated that the revenue exceeded its target of N937,286,121,586 by over N400 billion. It was further stated that the amount generated last year was higher than the 2018 figures, N1,202,448,733,244, indicating an overflow of N140 billion. Mr Ali noted that the border closure was a blessing in disguise to Nigeria because

By Dipo Olowookere Trading activities at the local bourse on Thursday ended on a bearish note again as it had been since the beginning of this week. The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) closed for the day shedding 0.40 percent with the Year-to-Date (YtD) shrinking to 6.99 percent. Profit taking activities on large cap counters in the banking, industrial, Oil & gas and consumer goods were observed at the stock market. Even the release of the 2017 financial statements of Union Bank of Nigeria Plc today did not have much impact on the market. At the close of business transactions on

Policy makers in the country have been urged to do more in coming up with a veritable solution to achieving poverty reduction in Nigeria. Chairman of Heirs Holdings and UBA Plc, Mr Tony Elumelu, gave this advice while delivering a paper themed “Entrepreneurship, Corporate Social Responsibility and Africapitalism: The Role of The Private Sector In Fighting Poverty in Nigeria”, at the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies in Kuru, Plateau State. Mr Elumelu, at the occasion, addressed a distinguished guest list of 67 participants from top government constituencies including the police, the military, national planning, works, and the presidency,

By Bliss Okperan A lawmaker representing Kaura-Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Mr Aminu Sani Jaji, has raised alarm over the safety of children in schools in some parts of Northern Nigeria. The part of the country has witnessed kidnappings by terrorists and bandits, including in schools, leading to a low appetite for education over safety issues. While addressing newsmen in Abuja, he said, “These concerns intensify as incidents like the kidnapping of Federal University Gusau students follow purported dialogues, prompting public figures to call for a holistic approach to address the insecurity crisis decisively.” “Addressing the issue

By Adeniyi Ogunfowoke If you travel often with your car, whether for leisure or for business, it must always be in top shape. This is to avoid mechanical issues during your trip. If this happens, you have already ruined your travel. At this point, it is important to be aware of how to maintain your car for a smooth and exciting road trip. Jumia Travel, the leading online booking agency shares some of these car care hacks. Know your car The best time to understand your car is when everything is going as it should, before your travels. It’s essential