Security personnel at Ilorin’s General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport have arrested a suspected stowaway found clinging to an aircraft’s tyres in an attempt to travel illegally. The incident raises fresh questions about perimeter security.
Vanguard, 10 Dec 2025
At the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, the EFCC presented documents alleging that funds linked to Arik Air were used to float NG Eagle Airlines. The trial involves former AMCON officials and corporate entities.
The matter was adjourned into early January 2026 for continuation of proceedings.
Source: Vanguard, 2025-12-09
The Federal Government has reportedly withdrawn Nigeria’s Presidential Boeing 737-700 Business Jet from an international sales listing after receiving offers deemed far below expectations. Sunday Punch cites senior presidency and security sources indicating that some bids were around $10 million, which officials considered inadequate for the 20-year-old aircraft. Aviation market logic mentioned in the report suggests older VIP jets attract fewer serious buyers, as high-net-worth purchasers often prefer newer airframes with stronger manufacturer support and updated bespoke interiors. Source: Punch, December 7, 2025.