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  • Chaos at Gombe Airport After Rano Air Cancels Flight

    Chaos at Gombe Airport After Rano Air Cancels Flight

    Photo Credit:Punch Newspapers

    Passengers at Gombe Airport staged protests after a Rano Air flight was abruptly cancelled, sparking scenes of chaos and heated exchanges with airline staff. Travellers complained of poor communication, lack of compensation and fears of missing critical engagements, including international connections.

    Airport security personnel intervened to restore order as stranded passengers demanded refunds and alternative arrangements. The incident again exposes persistent service‑quality issues in Nigeria’s domestic aviation market and the need for stricter enforcement of passenger‑rights regulations.

    Source: Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025

    2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025 2025-12-12

  • Bird Strike Strands United Nigeria Passengers in Abuja

    Bird Strike Strands United Nigeria Passengers in Abuja

    Photo Credit:Punch Newspapers

    Passengers of United Nigeria Airlines were left stranded at the Abuja airport after a bird strike reportedly damaged an aircraft’s engine, forcing cancellation of a scheduled flight. Frustrated travellers accused the airline of poor communication and inadequate alternative arrangements as they struggled to rebook or secure refunds.

    The incident has reignited concerns about runway wildlife control, safety management and consumer protection in Nigeria’s aviation sector. Regulators are being urged to enforce stricter compensation and communication standards to protect passengers and minimise economic losses from avoidable delays.

    Source: Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025

    2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025 2025-12-12