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US/Israel attack: Sky in turmoil, airlines record unprecedented scale of flight disruptions

Posted on February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Over 9,600 flights cancelled, unprecedented Multiple nations shut airspace to civilian traffic A massive military escalation in the Middle East has triggered a widespread airspace shutdown today, severely disrupting global aviation. The crisis began following joint United States and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, including Tehran, which prompted immediate retaliatory missile attacks from Iran. The conflict has forced the closure of some of the world’s most critical air corridors and hubs. Multiple nations have shut their…

United moves to stop United Nigeria’s US launch, over trademark concerns, others

Posted on February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Chicago-based carrier filed objection notice Feb 25 In a significant move that highlights the competitive tensions of the Lagos–New York route, United Airlines has formally petitioned the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to block United Nigeria Airlines from launching flights to the United States. The Chicago-based carrier filed its objection on February 25, 2026, shortly after United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) announced ambitious plans to begin direct services from Lagos to New York by the end of the second quarter…

IATA: Cape Town, J’burg Africa’s busiest route, US biggest aviation mkt with 876 million passengers in 2024

Posted on August 4, 2025August 4, 2025 by Wole Shadare

China ranks second The United States has retained its position as the world’s biggest aviation market with 876 million passengers in 2024 on the strength of its domestic market, growing 5.2% year-on-year, while China was the second-biggest passenger market, with 741 million passengers, a growth of 18.7% compared to 2023. This is contained in the International Air Transport Association (IATA) latest edition of the World Air Transport Statistics (WATS), with comprehensive statistical data for…

CFUIS boosts US Immigration support, business development, opens office in Nigeria

Posted on May 11, 2025May 11, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Centre for U.S. Immigration Services (CFUIS), a premier legal firm specialising in U.S. immigration law and global mobility, has officially launched operations in Nigeria. This marks a strategic move to bridge Africa’s talent and business potential with opportunities in the United States. Led by Nigerian-American attorney Dr. Martins I. Imudia, the expansion positions CFUIS as a trusted legal and business partner for individuals and organisations across the continent seeking expert guidance on U.S. immigration,…

AAJ Express launches int’l doorstep delivery service to UK, USA, Canada, others

Posted on March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 by Wole Shadare

AAJ Express Logistics Limited, an indigenous leading logistic company has announced the launch of its Direct Export Service from Nigeria to UK, USA, Canada and Rest of Europe; a first from an indigenous player. This milestone underscores the visionary drive to provide service expansion to its customers who have trusted the company for operational excellence and innovations. The company has made significant investment in cutting-edge technology and operational infrastructure to provide a seamless and efficient…

Panic as US-bound United flight makes emergency return to Lagos, passengers injured

Posted on January 24, 2025January 24, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Passengers onboard a United States-based airline from Lagos to Washington Dulles were left injured as the B787 Dreamliner struggled mid-air, declared an emergency squawking transponder code 7700 and returned to Lagos a few hours after take-off from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The United’s Flight UA613 Dreamliner airplane had 245 passengers onboard. The nature of the emergency is yet unknown. The 12.1-year-old wide-body aircraft belonging to the US carrier registered N27903 was carrying 245…

How Azman ‘smuggled’ aircraft to Mahan Air, undermines US sanction on Iran

Posted on December 15, 2024December 15, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Airline didn’t apply for aircraft deregistration for sale-NCAA Crew turned off transponder to evade detection A Nigerian carrier, Azman has been fingered in helping to bypass sanctions against the Iranian Aviation Industries by the United States Treasury Department by clandestinely supplying it aircraft. The Iranian government seeks to exploit the decline of U.S. and French influence in sub-Saharan Africa to increase its political, economic, and military influence on the continent. This expansion began in…