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Aviation Workers To Ground Flights March 31 Over Customs Officer’s Assault

Aviation unions have threatened to shut down airports across the country from March 31 over failure to remove a customs officer who assaulted the director of aviation security of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN.
The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), and the Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP), in a statement signed by Ocheme Aba and Frances Akinjole, and Abdul Rasaq Saidu, said they would no longer accept the repeated physical attacks on FAAN personnel.
The unions also urged the government to immediately reduce the numbers of customs officers operating in civil aviation as obtained globally.
The statement reads: “Considering the enormity and frequency of physical and psychological assault on the staff and management personnel of FAAN, of which there is no end in sight, we are compelled to inform the management of the unwavering determination of our unions to cause the establishment of a clear framework of mutual respect among FAAN staff and the security agencies operating at the airports.
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“Consequential sanctions are in place which guarantee the safety and human rights of FAAN staff. We shall direct all the workers to withdraw from the airports with effect from March 31, 2025, pending when such protocols are established.
“The recent assault on no less a personality than the Director of Aviation Security of FAAN is one too many, which leaves a taste too bitter to swallow. It is our sincere hope that our demand in the above respect is well met to avoid the industrial conflagration that will ensue in the absence of acceptable remedial actions.”
Meanwhile, spokesperson for Customs, Abdullahi Maiwada, in a recent statement, had said a miscommunication regarding equipment movement and seating arrangements resulted in the disagreement between officials of FAAN and officers of the NCS.
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Navy Opens Recruitment For Basic Training School Batch 38

The Nigerian Navy has opened applications for its Basic Training School (BTS) Batch 38 recruitment exercise, scheduled to run from October 2 to October 31, 2025.
According to an official statement, the recruitment process is free, and interested applicants must submit their applications online at https://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng/https://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng.
Successful candidates will undergo basic military training before being officially enlisted as Ordinary Seamen.
The Navy stressed that eligibility is restricted to Nigerian citizens by birth with a valid National Identification Number (NIN). Applicants must have no criminal record and must not be affiliated with secret societies, cults, or fraternities.
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Educational and age requirements were clearly outlined. Candidates applying with O’level results must be between 18 and 22 years old as of December 31, 2025.
Those with OND/NCE qualifications must be aged 18 to 26, while Chaplain/Imam Assistants and Drivers/Mechanics must fall within the 18 to 28 age bracket.
In all cases, applicants are required to have at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings in WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB, with certificates not older than 2015.
The Navy added that special professions, such as Medical Assistants and Nurses, require proof of registration with relevant professional bodies.
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Applicants for technical trades including tailoring, plumbing, carpentry, welding, and electrical works must present valid Trade Test certificates in addition to academic qualifications.
Similarly, candidates applying as sportsmen and women are expected to provide certificates and medals as evidence of their sporting achievements.
The recruitment examination is scheduled for November 29, 2025, at designated centers nationwide.
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Candidates are required to bring their Attestation Form, duly signed with a passport photograph of the signer, along with valid identification such as a Driver’s License, International Passport, or National ID Card.
Applicants have been cautioned against multiple applications, which will lead to disqualification.
The Navy further advised candidates to seek clarification only through official communication channels provided on the recruitment portal.
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BREAKING: Gov Fubara Dissolves Rivers Pension Board

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has dissolved the State Pensions Board with immediate effect.
Rivers State Head of Service Mrs Inyingi Brown made this announcement on Friday in Port Harcourt.
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According to the governor, the office of the State Accountant General will handle the functions of the board until a new one is constituted.
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FAAN Launches Cashless Payment System Across Airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched the cashless system of payment across all airports.
“FAAN in partnership with Paystack, is proud to announce the roll out of OPERATION GO CASHLESS, a cashless contactless payment solution across all airports beginning with Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja,” the agency said in a communique on Thursday.
Effective September 29, 2025, all payments at FAAN’s revenue points, including airport Access Gates, Car Parks, FAAN VIP and Protocol Lounges will go cashless which means the agency will be phasing out the collection of cash at these points.
FAAN added that travelers and airport users will now enjoy fast and seamless services by using a secure contactless payment option.
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This initiative, it stated, is a response to the growing demand for safe, modern, and transparent payment systems while ensuring Nigeria’s airports remain aligned with global digital trends.
By reducing reliance on cash, FAAN said it aims to enhance efficiency, improve revenue assurance, and deliver a better customer experience at our airports.
To ease the transition, trained brand ambassadors have been deployed at access gates and around the terminals to guide users, assist with onboarding, provide demonstrations, and answer questions they may have.
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In addition, passengers have been directed to obtain a FAAN Go Cashless Card at any airport access gate in Lagos and Abuja.
After collection, users are encouraged to activate and fund their cards immediately by visiting www.gocashless. faan.gov.ng.
FAAN added that it remains committed to continuous improvement and will expand this cashless policy to other airports nationwide in phases.
For inquiries, airport users have also been advised to contact FAAN’s support line at 0700 CBS FAAN (0700 227 3226) or email the agency at gocashlesssupport@faan.gov.ng.
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