As the annual Hajj pilgrimage reaches its peak in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi authorities have once again intensified aerial surveillance with the deployment of security helicopters to ensure the safety and smooth movement of millions of pilgrims. This airborne presence, a critical component of the Kingdom’s comprehensive security apparatus, underscores the government’s unwavering
Saudi Arabia has officially unveiled plans to deploy advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems to enhance crowd management, safety, and logistical efficiency during the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage in 2025, which corresponds to the Islamic year 1446 AH. With more than two million Muslim faithful expected to gather from various parts of the globe, authorities say the
The Federal Government has announced the immediate shutdown of operations at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, citing urgent safety concerns related to the deteriorating state of the runway. The decision comes just hours after leading domestic carrier, Air Peace, suspended its scheduled flights to the airport over similar safety fears. Confirming the development, the Federal
