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Lagos Aviation Ground Handlers Lift Suspension on Max Air After Debt Talks and Partial Payment
Max Air resumes operations at Lagos airport as ground handling firms accept negotiated payment to settle outstanding fees
Max Air resumes operations at Lagos airport as ground handling firms accept negotiated payment to settle outstanding fees
Aviation ground handling companies at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, have lifted their suspension of services to Max Air following negotiations over unpaid debts and an initial payment by the airline. The decision, taken on Saturday, allows Max Air to resume its flight operations after days of disruption linked to financial obligations owed to the service providers.
The lifting of the suspension came after Max Air engaged in talks with the affected ground handling firms and made a partial payment towards settling its outstanding bills. Sources within the airport confirmed that ground handlers agreed to restore services following assurances of further payments from Max Air management. The suspension had previously halted essential services such as baggage handling and aircraft turnaround, affecting scheduled flights and causing inconvenience for passengers.
The dispute highlights ongoing challenges in Nigeria’s aviation sector, where airlines and service providers frequently clash over delayed payments and rising operational costs. Industry observers say such disruptions undermine passenger confidence and threaten the stability of local carriers already contending with high fuel prices, forex shortages, and regulatory hurdles.
According to sources familiar with the negotiations, ground handlers indicated readiness to take further action if agreed payment schedules are not met. “We have resumed services after reaching an agreement for partial settlement, but we expect Max Air to fulfil the rest of its obligations,” one official said. Efforts to reach Max Air representatives for comment were unsuccessful as at press time.
With operations now restored, stakeholders are urging both airlines and service providers to maintain open communication and honour contractual terms to prevent future disruptions. The development is expected to ease pressure on Lagos airport traffic, but industry experts warn that sustainable solutions are needed to address recurring financial disputes in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
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Lagos Police Inspector Testifies on Discovery of Augusta Onuwagbagbe’s Decomposing Body in Ajah
Court hears details of how 21-year-old student’s remains were found at boyfriend’s Oral Estate residence after mother’s report
Court hears details of how 21-year-old student’s remains were found at boyfriend’s Oral Estate residence after mother’s report
A Police Inspector attached to Ajah Police Station, Lagos State, has told a Federal High Court how the decomposing body of 21-year-old Augusta Onuwagbagbe was discovered inside her boyfriend’s home at Oral Estate, Ajah. The testimony was given on Tuesday before Justice Ibironke Harrison in Lagos during the ongoing murder trial of Benjamin Best Nnayereugo, popularly known as Killaboi.
Inspector Odunayo Oloye, who is attached to the Ajah division, recounted that she became involved in the case on July 15, 2023, when Cecilia Onuwagbagbe, Augusta’s mother, lodged a complaint at the station. According to Oloye’s testimony led by state prosecutor Adebayo Araba, Cecilia reported that Augusta—a student of Lead City University, Ibadan—had a disagreement with her boyfriend on July 11. Although Cecilia said she intervened and resolved the dispute, she lost contact with both her daughter and Nnayereugo afterwards.
Oloye explained that all efforts by Cecilia to reach either her daughter or Nnayereugo failed. This prompted Cecilia to contact Augusta’s roommate for assistance. The roommate then directed her to Nnayereugo’s residence at Oral Estate in the Ajah area. It was there that police officers, acting on Cecilia’s report, discovered Augusta’s decomposing body.
The discovery of Augusta’s remains sparked significant public attention last year and renewed calls for improved security measures and better response to missing persons reports across Lagos and other major Nigerian cities. The case also highlighted concerns about domestic violence and the safety of young women in relationships.
Testimony from Inspector Oloye forms part of the evidence being presented by state prosecutors against Nnayereugo. At the time of filing this report, further statements from defence counsel had not been made public. The court is expected to hear more witnesses as proceedings continue in coming weeks.
Nigeria News (Standard)
Delta Police Arrest 32 Suspected Cultists, Recover Arms and Drugs in Statewide Raids
Command deploys Violent Crime Response Unit to Agbarho, seizes firearms and communication devices amid rising cult violence
Command deploys Violent Crime Response Unit to Agbarho, seizes firearms and communication devices amid rising cult violence
The Delta State Police Command has arrested 32 suspected cultists and recovered firearms, ammunition, suspected illicit drugs, and communication equipment during a series of intelligence-led operations across the state. The arrests, which took place on June 16, were part of ongoing efforts to stem the tide of cult-related violence in Delta.
According to Bright Edafe, spokesperson for the Delta State Police Command, operatives from the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) acted on credible intelligence to raid a suspected cult initiation ground in Agbarho. Edafe stated that intelligence reports had indicated members of the Eiye Confraternity were planning further attacks and recruiting new members following recent cult-related killings in Agbor.
Upon arriving at the location in the early hours of June 16, police operatives reportedly came under fire from some suspects. The officers responded, resulting in an exchange of gunfire during which two suspects sustained gunshot injuries. The operation led to the arrest of 25 individuals at the scene, while several others managed to escape.
Edafe emphasised that these actions form part of a broader strategy by the police to dismantle criminal gangs and address insecurity linked to cult activities in Delta State. He urged residents to remain vigilant and continue providing information that could help security agencies curb criminality.
The police command said investigations are ongoing as efforts continue to apprehend fleeing suspects. Residents have been assured of sustained patrols and further operations aimed at restoring peace across affected communities.
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AfBAA Launches Landmark Research on Business Aviation Across Africa, Targets September Unveiling in Nairobi
Association partners Seefeld Group for continent-wide study; findings to be presented at Aviation Africa event in Kenya
Association partners Seefeld Group for continent-wide study; findings to be presented at Aviation Africa event in Kenya
The African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA) has commenced the first phase of a comprehensive research project aimed at strengthening knowledge and perception of business aviation across Africa. The initiative, which began this June, is set to deliver its initial findings at the upcoming Aviation Africa event scheduled for Nairobi, Kenya, on 9–10 September 2026.
According to a statement by Jane Stanbury, media consultant to AfBAA, the research is being executed by Seefeld Group, an independent consultancy specialising in behavioural economics and strategic marketing research. The study is led by Charles Porteous, President of Seefeld Group. The objective is to provide the most data-driven and unified overview of business aviation on the continent so far.
AfBAA explained that this multi-phase research project will address the lack of consolidated data within Africa’s business aviation sector. The association believes that the outcome will support its members with accurate market insights and help attract new stakeholders. As at now, specific figures or participant numbers have not been disclosed.
In the official statement released by Stanbury on behalf of AfBAA, it was noted that the current executive team initiated the project as part of efforts to clarify the state of business aviation across contemporary Africa. The association said it expects that the results will guide policy direction and industry development for both existing and prospective members.
Further details on subsequent phases and broader policy implications are expected after the Nairobi presentation in September. AfBAA stated that it remains committed to fostering collaboration among stakeholders in order to boost growth within Africa’s business aviation industry.
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