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“Private Jets, Including Oyedepo’s, Can’t Fly Without Government Clearance” – Keyamo

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The Nigerian government has reaffirmed that private aircraft owned by prominent individuals, including Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, cannot operate from private airstrips without proper clearance from relevant authorities.

This was stated by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, during an interview on Channels Television on Sunday.

Keyamo’s clarification comes amidst discussions about the regulation of private airstrips, following a call by the House of Representatives approximately two months ago to revoke airstrip licenses granted to Bishop Oyedepo and other private individuals or organizations.

The lawmakers expressed concerns over national security, citing the alleged use of such facilities to smuggle illegal arms into the country by suspected sponsors of terrorism.

Explaining the government’s stance, Keyamo emphasized that strict protocols are in place to ensure that no aircraft or drone can operate in Nigerian airspace or land at private airstrips without thorough vetting.

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He detailed the procedures required for any aircraft entering or leaving the country, underscoring the role of security and regulatory agencies in maintaining control.

“Every aircraft, regardless of its ownership, must adhere to international airport procedures,” Keyamo said.

“If a private jet is arriving in Nigeria, it must first land at an international airport, where agencies like Customs, Immigration, and the NDLEA will conduct thorough checks.

Only after this can the aircraft proceed to a private airstrip.”

Similarly, Keyamo explained the protocols for outbound flights.

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“If you are flying out of Nigeria, you must start at an international airport.

Your plane will go through all the necessary clearances, including customs and immigration processes, before you are allowed to take off,” he added.

The minister stressed that at every stage of the process, authorities are involved in granting approvals to ensure that the system is not exploited for illicit activities.

“No private airstrip can be used for unauthorized purposes without the express permission of the authorities,” he noted.

This development highlights the government’s efforts to balance the privileges of private aviation with national security concerns.

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Bishop Oyedepo, who is one of Nigeria’s most prominent religious leaders and the founder of the globally recognized Living Faith Church, owns several private jets.

His airstrip license has been a subject of public discourse, especially with allegations surrounding the misuse of private facilities.


 

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Turkish Mosque Named After Osimhen Causes Anger Among Worshippers

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Just days after returning to Turkey, Victor Osimhen has been caught up in an unexpected controversy. The Bulut Mosque in Konya was briefly shown on Google Maps as “Victor Osimhen Mosque,” a change that angered many worshippers.

One local, Zeki Yaylacı, called it disrespectful, saying it was wrong to name a mosque after a non-Muslim and that it insulted both the Muslim community and their places of worship. There is no indication that Osimhen had any involvement in the incident, which appears to have been caused by inaccurate user edits on Google Maps.


 

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Peter Obi Condemns Stripping of Ibom Airline Passenger, Cites Double Standards

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Nigerian politician and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reacted to the viral video of the passenger incident on Ibom Airline.

While apologizing to the airline staff who were assaulted by the passenger, Miss Comfort Emmanson, he criticized the manner in which she was treated.

It can be noted that after Miss Emmanson assaulted the staff and another passenger, she was dragged and stripped in public before being taken to court.

Peter Obi stated that the way she was handled was wrong, linking it to double standards in the justice system. He expressed that the country needs fairness and recalled the airline situation involving KWAM 1, noting that nothing happened to him in comparison to Miss Emmanson, who was stripped and taken to court.

“We must build a country where justice is fair, equal, and not selective, especially against women who are seen to be weaker.”

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Ibom Airline Incident: Passenger Slaps Hostess After Fight Breaks Out on Board

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Awka Ibom Airline makes headlines as a viral clip of a passenger being kicked out of the plane by staff stirs reactions.

This situation occurred on the 10th of August, 2025, and was addressed by the airline in a statement, which revealed that the passenger had refused to switch off her phone for air safety reasons.

The statement explained that the phone was later switched off by another passenger after she refused; however, the matter escalated when the passenger attacked the person who switched off her phone. While this occurred, an air hostess intervened to end the fight but was also slapped, causing the situation to escalate even further.


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