Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Federal Government’s decision to withdraw criminal charges against Comfort Emmanson, an Ibom Air passenger, and lower the flying restriction imposed on Fuji music singer Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, commonly known as KWAM 1, has sparked outrage in the aviation industry. While some industry stakeholders and pilots characterised the government’s decision as quick and incorrect, considering the gravity of the musician’s transgression, others appreciated what the government did. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, said on Wednesday that the Federal Government has withdrawn its criminal case against Emmanson and reduced KWAM 1’s six-month flight ban to one month. The…

Ossai Success, the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Delta State Governor, has offered Comfort Emmanson, the recently released Ibom Air passenger, a monthly salary of N500,000 and an all-expenses-paid trip to Delta State. In a statement on Instagram on Wednesday, Ossai announced that a monthly salary of N500,000 had been secured for Emmanson in Delta State. The package includes flight tickets, accommodation in a five-star hotel, a guided tour, and a ticket to the Delta. “I’m offering Comfort Emmanson a complimentary trip to Delta State, known as the Big Heart and Home of Global Tourism Hub. “Additionally, a…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Sokoto State, has expressed support for former Sokoto State Governor and serving Senator, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, following his recent arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement on Tuesday, the PDP called for fairness, transparency, and due process in the investigation, urging that the matter be handled without political bias. The PDP stated that Tambuwal’s record in public service speaks for itself and that the people of Sokoto State hold him in high regard. The party also reaffirmed its commitment to protecting democratic values and the rights of all political…

The UK has announced that foreign criminals will, for the first time, face immediate deportation after sentencing. According to the UK Government website, the new power will remove foreign national offenders from UK jails, save money for British taxpayers, and safeguard the public from dangerous criminals. Under current standards, most foreign offenders are deported after serving half of their prison sentence. However, beginning in September, they will be removed after serving only 30% of their sentence, and after the new law is implemented, most determinate sentences will be deported soon after sentencing. Since July 2024, approximately 5,200 foreign offenders have…

Gospel music minister, Mercy Chinwo, and her husband, Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa, are celebrating their third wedding anniversary while expecting their second child. On Wednesday, Chinwo posted anniversary photos with her spouse on social media, exuding love, peace, and purpose. In her caption, she wrote, “Three years of love, grace, countless memories, and God’s purpose guiding us. “Happy anniversary to us, Sweet #theofficialblessed — God’s hand is in every chapter of our lives. “Here’s to many more years of love, laughter, and kingdom impact!” The couple, who were joined in holy matrimony in 2022, welcomed their first child, a son, last…

Typhoon Podul hit Taiwan on Wednesday, closing businesses, cancelling flights, and disrupting electricity supply to tens of thousands of homes, while regions of mainland China braced for the storm. The Central Weather Administration (CWA) reported wind gusts of up to 178 kilometres (111 miles) per hour shortly before the typhoon made landfall in Taitung County, southeastern Taiwan. According to the National Fire Agency, one person was swept away while fishing, and 33 were injured. Over 7,300 people were evacuated, and trees and signs were toppled as the storm swept across central and southern regions still recovering from storms from last…

The Ikeja Magistrate Court in Ogba, Lagos State, on Wednesday, discharged Comfort Emmanson, a passenger accused of disruptive behaviour and assault on an Ibom Air aircraft. Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami released Emmason after the police dropped the five counts against her. Festus Keyamo (SAN), Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, had already announced the conclusions following meetings with aviation stakeholders. The minister stated that the resolutions were made after analysing the occurrences, weighing appeals from well-meaning individuals, and taking into account those involved’s contrition. Keyamo reported that Ibom Air has decided to dismiss its case against Emmanson, who was arrested for…

Oluwakemi Rufai, a newly sworn-in councillor representing Ward C1 in the Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area of Lagos State, died just two weeks after taking her oath of office. The councillor, who was the lone woman on the legislative council, reportedly died early Wednesday morning after a brief illness. Rasaki Kasali, Chairman of the Lekki Local Council Development Area, and Sesan Olowa, Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki LG, confirmed her death. In separate remarks on Wednesday, they called her death a devastating blow to the council and the community she represented. Seye Oladejo, the spokesman for the Lagos State Chapter of the All…

The Deputy National Youth Leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chinonso Obasi, has described the recent interrogation and detention of the former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as a pure witch-hunt and an attempt to silence the voice of the opposition in Nigeria. In a statement on Wednesday, Obasi alleged that the Tinubu-led administration is using the EFCC against the members of the opposition parties in Nigeria, particularly those in ADC. He said, “Let us be clear. This is not about justice. This is about silencing dissent. This is about…

The Federal Government has revealed intentions to enlist Fuji star Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for proper airport security protocol, after the recent controversy over his conduct at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, issued a statement on Wednesday addressing recent incidences of disruptive behaviour at Nigerian airports. Keyamo stated that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has agreed to decrease KWAM 1’s flight ban to one month and will collaborate with the musician to raise awareness about good aviation conduct. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria…