Economy
Tinubu Government Grants Air Tanzania Licence To Begin Direct Flights To Lagos
Tinubu Government Grants Air Tanzania Licence To Begin Direct Flights To Lagos
Tinubu Government grants Air Tanzania licence to begin direct flights to Lagos. The federal government has presented the foreign carrier operation permit (FCOP) to Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL).
According to a statement on Tuesday, Ibrahim Kana, permanent secretary, ministry of aviation and aerospace development, spoke at the presentation in Abuja.
The permanent secretary, represented by Ahmed Mohammed, said the FCOP will standardise procedures, ensure seamless interactions, and align operations with international best practices.
He said the initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and collaboration between the two nations’ aviation sectors.
“The presentation of FCOP to Air Tanzania Company Limited is a significant step in our efforts to promote aviation cooperation and excellence, we are confident that this initiative will yield positive outcomes for both nations,” Kana said.
“We are confident that this initiative will yield positive outcomes for both nations.”
He also said the move aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s agenda to foster regional integration and cooperation in West Africa and beyond.
Kana assured Air Tanzania officials of Nigeria’s readiness to provide the necessary support for their operations, urging them to liaise with relevant agencies in the ministry to meet their needs.
On her part, Yinka Iriobe, director of air traffic regulation at the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), welcomed ATCL’s entry into the Nigerian market, expressing optimism about the country’s aviation potential.
Iriobe said a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between both countries would be signed at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja.
She added that the MoU will require ATCL to upload all passenger data into the NCAA’s AVITECH portal, with the FCOP serving as the authorisation to commence operations in and out of Nigeria.
‘NIGERIA GATEWAY TO ALL AFRICAN NATIONS’
In his response, Selestine Gervas Kakele, the United Republic of Tanzania’s high commissioner to Nigeria, thanked the Nigerian government for its cooperation and readiness to collaborate with Tanzania, describing Nigeria as “the gateway to prosperity for all African nations”.

Government Grants Air Tanzania Licence To Begin Direct Flights To Lagos
Kakele said the new partnership would address challenges in regional connectivity by establishing a durable flight link between Dar es Salaam and Lagos.
“The movement of people, goods and services in Africa have suffered huge setback due to lack of regional connectivity and this is why the two countries are coming together to establish a durable flight link,” the commissioner said.
Kakele said the ATCL is set to launch scheduled direct flights on the route, following the successful completion of the NCAA’s regulatory requirements, including the issuance of a document of authorisation, conditions, and limitations (DACL) after a rigorous base inspection in Tanzania.
The airline has also secured approval for its local security operation procedures (LSOP) and requested office space at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, as well as residence permits for its staff.
Economy
ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku
ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku
ADC is Nigeria’s only reliable political party, others brought insecurity, hunger, says Atiku. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubukar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only reliable political party in the country, noting that others have brought insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment.
Speaking in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba state, during the official opening of the ADC state secretariat, Abubakar said the party is ready for a 2027 victory but urged Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation.
He also asked Taraba residents to take part in the ongoing continuous voter registration exercise, adding that their participation is crucial to reversing Nigeria’s worsening hardship.
“I am in Taraba to inaugurate our new party office of the ADC, and I want you to hold the party with integrity,” Channels Television quoted Atiku as saying.
“Do not allow anybody to deceive you with any other party, because we have tasted other political parties, and they brought nothing but insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment. “The youths and women should know that we are doing this for them to have a better future, and I am holding on to their promise. “ADC will win Taraba state and win Nigeria as the only reliable political party.”

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party
Abubakar, who formally joined the ADC on Monday—17 months before the 2027 general election—said his experience across political platforms convinced him that the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties lack the capacity to rescue the country.
He resigned from the PDP on July 16, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the opposition party as his reason for leaving.
Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development
Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development
Akwa Ibom governor pledges commitment to tourism, blue economy development… commends Editi Effiong for projecting State’s tourism potentials
As part of his effort to encourage tourism and enhance the State’s blue economy, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encourage and reward young professionals who are willing to collaborate with his administration in promoting the positive image of the State through the ARISE Agenda.
The Governor made this known while fielding questions from Government House correspondents shortly after embarking on inspection of a locale of a movie, “The Black Book 2” (Old Scores), at Ishiet Beach/Market in Uruan Local Government Area.
He commended the movie Producer and Director, Mr. Editi Effiong, for his talent, vision, inspiration, and creative ability to project the tourism potentials and boost the economy of the State.
Governor Eno charged young Akwa Ibomites to shun divisive tendencies, be inspired, and emulate the creative effort of successful Akwa Ibom sons and daughters by joining hands to develop the tourism and blue economy of the State.
“The impression is amazing, seeing that we have one of our own trying to pull the world down here.
“I would love to thank and encourage him, and to let our young people see that Akwa Ibom has what it takes to drag the world’s attention.
“It depends on what you see. Someone can see this place and write one story about a swamp that has been abandoned and make all the noise. Another person sees this place and makes a great movie out of it that will market this place to the world and is able to attract the attention because of the work he has done here,” he said.
The State Chief Executive pledged his encouragement, support, and collaboration with Editi and other young Akwa Ibomites to enable them rise to the zenith of their calling.
“We are going to work with him. Editi is a young man I have known very well. This is one thing I say to our people in the diaspora, let’s partner. Come back home, whatever you see out there, bring it back here, and let’s work together.
“I think that is the story, and I am really impressed. If you know the number of people that have visited this State in the course of this film, the talents, and the caliber of artists that have been here, then this young man deserves an award and our support,” he added.

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On his part, the movie Producer and Director, Effiong, appreciated Governor Eno for his visionary leadership and passion for tourism development.
He expressed gratitude to the Governor for creating a hospitable and tourism friendly ecosystem to enhance talent exploration through the provision of good road network and quality modern facilities which distinguished the State as one of the most treasured locations in the country.
Crime
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.
Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.
“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
The EFCC had summoned Mr Malami through a letter dated November 24, and signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of its chairman, Ola Olukoyede.
The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was invited.
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