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1. In the last 48 hours, I have been in consultation with critical stakeholders in the Aviation Sector and those involved in the unfortunate incidents regarding the unruly behaviours of certain individuals at our airports of recent. 2. Though regrettable, we think valuable lessons have been learnt by all sides to these incidents and airport security protocol, especially, have been well highlighted for the travelling public. If nothing at all, the episodes have undoubtedly helped to raise public awareness about appropriate conduct within the aviation space. 3. As highlighted in my previous statements on the last two incidents, clear wrongs…

Uyo, Nigeria – August 12, 2025 — Chief Edet Isong, publisher of Newsday newspaper, founder of the Isong Childcare and Health Foundation, and convener of the Credence Network for Umo Eno 2027, has appealed to Ibom Airlines to show compassion toward Ms. Comfort Emmanson. Speaking to journalists in Uyo, Chief Isong urged the airline’s management to embrace the spirit of Governor Umo Eno’s Arise Agenda by forgiving and forgetting any past grievances. “Ibom Airlines has always been a symbol of pride for Akwa Ibom,” Chief Isong said. “In keeping with the values of the Arise Agenda, I appeal to the…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) strongly condemns the treatment of Ms. Comfort Emmanson in the incident aboard an Ibom Air flight on 10 August 2025 and the subsequent lifetime flight ban imposed on her by Ibom Air and the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON). These actions are heavy-handed, unlawful, and a grave affront to the rule of law and human dignity. It is deeply disturbing that Ms. Emmanson was forcibly removed from the aircraft, stripped of her clothing in public, and subjected to humiliation that was filmed and circulated online. Such conduct is degrading, violates her right to dignity and…

Fifteen years ago, phones didn’t even have a “flight mode” option. Back in 2014 for example, passengers were required to physically switch off their phones before takeoff — and flight attendants would check to ensure they were off. That was the rule, no exceptions. Later, manufacturers introduced “flight mode,” a feature that allows you to use your phone offline while preventing it from sending or receiving signals. This development meant passengers could still work or entertain themselves in the air, without risking interference with the aircraft’s communication and navigational systems. Different airlines handle this rule in slightly different ways. Some…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained a former governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, for questioning over alleged fraudulent cash withdrawals to the tune of ₦189 billion.  A source at the commission who declined to be named confirmed the incident to media on Monday. The official said the withdrawals were in flagrant violation of the Money Laundering (Prevention & Prohibition) Act, 2022. It is however not clear the period the withdrawals were made as of the time of filing this report. It was learnt that Tambuwal arrived at the EFCC Abuja corporate headquarters at about 11:30 am and…

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has condemned the release of an indecent video of the Ibom Air Passenger, Comfort Emmanson, who was accused of assaulting a crew member at the on Sunday. Keyamo said that while the filming of her unruly behaviour as evidence to prosecute her was in order, the release of the video to the public to ridicule her was deplorable and unacceptable. The minister said he had directed that whoever released the indecent part of the video should be identified and sanctioned. Whilst we support the filming of her recalcitrant behaviour as evidence…

A female passenger, Comfort Emmanson, who allegedly assaulted airline officials on an Ibom Air flight inbound Lagos from Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, has been charged in court. Tunde Moshood, the spokesman to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, said Emmanson had also been remanded at the Kirikiri correctional centre in Lagos. Moshood disclosed this in a post via X on Monday, shortly after the NigeriaCivil Aviation Authority (NCAA) said enforcement action would soon become more frequent in Nigerian airports over the unruly conduct of passengers. The more reason the flying public should be more careful, the…

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has empowered 1187 persons with N492.7m farm, trade, and business grants in Uyo Federal Constituency. The Governor disbursed the grants at Uyo Federal Constituency Town Square Meeting held at the Ibom Hall grounds in Uyo. The Governor who was elated by the massive turn out said 276 constituents were successfully selected to benefit from the ARISE Farmers grant, 628 for the ARISE Traders grant, 263 for the ARISE Equipment support scheme, while eight persons benefited from the N5 million MSME grant, and 12 got cars and mini buses. Governor Eno said within the…

Deputy Governors of international coastal border communities in Nigeria have ended their Inaugural Summit with a tour of some key infrastructure in Akwa Ibom State. They were led on the City Tour by their host Deputy Governor, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, PhD. The tour took the delegation through the ongoing Ewet Luxury Garden, the ARISE Resort, the Model Primary School and the Model Primary Health Centre. At the ARISE Resort, the Project Contractor, Chief Faysal Harb, explained that Governor Eno converted a deadly gully ravished community into a world class hospitality, leisure and business arena. He led the team to the…

Secretary to Akwa Ibom State Government Born on January 15, 1969, Prince Enobong Uwah is a native of Atan Offot village in Uyo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. This consummate public servant, pragmatic leader and tireless philanthropist obtained his First School Leaving Certificate from Ikot Offiong Mbai Primary School, Cross River State between 1974-1979 before proceeding to the prestigious Federal Government College, Ikot Ekpene where he obtained his West African Senior Schools Certificate in 1984. In 1985 he gained admission to study for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Geography and Regional Planning from the University of Uyo,…