Aviation industry operators have agreed that one of the major problems dwindling the fortunes of the sector is the inability of the federal government to maintain continuity in policies and execution of projects. The consequence of this, according to them is that the sector, which is the most regulated in the world, has been adversely […]
The Transport Society of Nigeria (TSN) has urged the incoming administration of President Muhammadu Buhari to take affirmative actions on road transportation The society explained that this should be done through an all-inclusive National Transportation Policy (NTP), which will make provision for the creation of transportation boards at the national and state levels. Speaking recently at […]
Few travel decisions are as weighty as deciding where to honeymoon. No surprise many newlyweds choose all-inclusive resorts: Pay one price and leave worries and wallets behind. Imagine your most extravagant fantasies, from private torch-lit beach dinners to personal butler service, plus a whole range of activities in exotic locales that promote rest, relaxation, and […]
This was disclosed by the Minister of Transport, Sen. Idris Umar, recently in Abuja at the ceding and handing over of the Right of Way (ROW) for the Iddo-Agbado Corridor for the proposed rail line. The proposed Lagos State Mass Transit Train Services (MTTS), named “Red Line’”, will operate within the Lagos metropolis. According to […]
The Minister of Aviation, Mr. Osita Chidoka, on Thursday said the Federal Government downgraded and closed the Asaba and Benin airports due to safety concerns. He spoke while riding a bicycle on his way to the Presidential Villa for the last Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. Asked to […]
Packed into a cramped cabin with a few hundred strangers at 30,000 feet, tensions are already running high. On top of that, there’s always that passenger. The one who makes everybody else uncomfortable by screaming at the crew. Or the one with the children running amok. Or the space invader. With disgruntled travellers taking to […]
Despite the criticism of the open skies agreement signed between the US and Nigeria, travel expert, Ikechi Uko said direct flights to America have benefitted Nigerian passengers, saving them time and money. He spoke to Chinedu Eze. Excerpts: What do you think that the average Nigerian traveller wants in terms of his choice of airlines […]
Due to the scarcity of aviation fuel caused by the strike action of oil workers in the country, airlines have rescheduled their flight operations leaving passengers stranded in Abuja. Already, Vanguard investigations revealed that as a result of the paucity that hit the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) since the past three days, Abuja to Lagos […]
At Arizona State’s recent Senior Day celebration, guard Promise Amukamara was escorted onto the basketball court by her four sisters, whose mellifluous names spoke of royalty and hope: Peace, a teammate, along with Princess, Precious and Passionate. Their brother, Prince, a cornerback for the Giants, sent his well wishes in a text message. “All of […]
The world's largest travel site, tripadvisor has announced eight Lagos hotels as winners of 2015 Travelers' Choice awards. They are: Four Point By Sheraton Lagos, the Wheatbaker, Southern Sun, the Moorhouse Ikoyi Lagos, the Federal Palace, Victoria Crown Plaza, Citilodge Hotel and Planet One Hotel and Wellness. According to statement on tripadvisor's website, award winners […]
