August 2, 2025

NCAA

Sports

Nigeria’s Samuel Ogazi Breaks 26-Year Record to Win NCAA 400m National Title

Eugene, Oregon – June 15, 2025 Nigerian sprinter Samuel Ogazi has etched his name into athletics history by breaking a 26-year-old record to win the men’s 400-meter title at the 2025 NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon. The 19-year-old sensation, representing the University of Alabama, clocked a stunning time of 44.22 seconds, surpassing the previous NCAA

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General

APC Chieftain Calls for Overhaul of NCAA Over Persistent Flight Disruptions

Abuja, Nigeria – June 15, 2025 A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has called for a comprehensive overhaul of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), citing the agency’s alleged failure to effectively address the recurring cases of flight disruptions across the country. Eze, a prominent voice within the party,

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General Technology

NCAA Grants RPAS Operator Certificate to Starwing Aviation, Boosting Nigeria’s Drone Innovation Prospects

Abuja – The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially certified Starwing Aviation Limited as a licensed operator of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), marking a significant milestone in the country’s growing drone technology sector. The RPAS Operations Certificate (ROC) was formally presented to Starwing Aviation on June 3, 2025, at the NCAA headquarters in

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General

NCAA, Kenya Airways Set for Crucial Talks Over Fine and Passenger Mistreatment Case

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is preparing to meet with Kenya Airways following the airline’s request to discuss the recent N3 million fine imposed over its alleged mistreatment of a Nigerian passenger, Gloria Omisore. Speaking in an interview, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, confirmed that Kenya

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NCAA Under Scrutiny as Antelope Collides with Aircraft at Asaba Airport

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is currently facing widespread criticism from aviation professionals and stakeholders following a disturbing incident on Saturday involving a collision between a large antelope and an Air Peace aircraft on the runway of the Asaba International Airport, Delta State. Eyewitness accounts and visual evidence from the scene revealed that the

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General

Air Peace Denies Aircraft Shortage Claims, Says Flight Delays Are Safety-Driven

Nigeria’s largest carrier, Air Peace, has refuted claims by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) suggesting that recent flight delays and cancellations were due to a shortage of aircraft in its fleet. In a statement released over the weekend, the airline insisted that it operates with a fleet larger than the number of aircraft it

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Sports

Nigeria’s Prestina Ochonogor Shines in Outdoor NCAA Debut

Nigerian athlete Prestina Ochonogor made a stunning outdoor NCAA debut for Tarleton State, securing second place in the women’s long jump at the prestigious Texas Relays. Ochonogor leaped an impressive 6.48m (nwi) on her second attempt, finishing just one centimeter behind event winner American Jasmine Akins. New School Record and International Recognition With this result,

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