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International Flight Resumption: FG Bans Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, Others From Nigeria

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The Federal Government on Thursday said as it opens it’s sky for international flights on Saturday, September 5, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Etihad Airlines, Air Rwanda, Air Namibia among others have been banned from coming into the country.

The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika explained that KLM and Air France are not approved to fly into the country because those with tourists visas are not allowed entry.

Speaking at the daily briefing of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 in Abuja at the international wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Sirika  said all aviation preparations and COVID-19 protocols have been perfected and the airport was set for re-opening.

Those allowed to fly with appropriate COVID-19 protocols are British Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Quarter, Middle East, Turkish, Egypt Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Virgin Atlantic among others.

The minister further noted that intending passengers must register online, pay for COVID-19 test fee and upload the COVID-19 negative result not older than 72 hours before boarding.

While warning against sharp practices, he  said any airline caught with passengers without COVID-19 negative result would be punished as the airlines would pay $3,500 fine for each passenger and the passenger returned if he or she was a foreigner.

Giving more insight into the reasons for ban and the principle of reciprocity been applied to some countries, the minister said Nigeria was simply responding to how it is treated by other countries.

He said the country will go ahead and implement the principle of reciprocity to all countries that have banned flights from Nigeria.

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Delta Police Arrest Two Suspected Criminals, Recover Firearms and Ammunition

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The Delta State Police Command has arrested two suspected criminals and recovered firearms, ammunition, and other dangerous weapons during intelligence-led operations aimed at tackling crime across the state.

According to the command’s spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe, operatives of the Safer Highway Patrol intercepted the suspects during a routine stop-and-search operation. A thorough search reportedly led to the recovery of firearms, live ammunition, and other incriminating items believed to be linked to criminal activities.

In a separate operation, police also arrested another suspect identified as a member of a criminal network while recovering additional weapons and ammunition. The operations form part of the command’s sustained efforts to curb violent crime, armed robbery, kidnapping, and other security threats in Delta State.

The suspects are currently in police custody as investigators work to determine their level of involvement in other criminal activities and identify possible accomplices. Authorities said those found culpable would be charged in court after investigations are concluded.

The Delta State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying intelligence-led policing and urged residents to continue providing timely information that could assist security agencies in combating crime across the state.

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OpenAI Launchs Health in ChatGPT for US Users, Integrates Apple Health and Medical Records

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OpenAI has officially launched Health in ChatGPT for users in the United States, introducing a new feature that enables eligible adults to securely connect their Apple Health data and supported medical records directly within ChatGPT. The rollout is currently available to users aged 18 and above on the web and iOS platforms.

The feature allows users to import information such as medical records, laboratory results, medications, allergies, fitness activity, sleep data, and other health metrics from Apple Health and participating healthcare providers. ChatGPT can then use this information to provide more personalised explanations and help users better understand their health information.

OpenAI said users remain in control of their information, with connected health data protected through additional encryption and excluded from training the company’s AI models. The company also emphasised that Health in ChatGPT is designed to complement—not replace—professional medical advice or clinical care.

The launch marks a significant expansion of OpenAI’s healthcare ambitions, aiming to help users prepare for medical appointments, understand test results, organise health records, and receive contextual explanations based on their personal data. Support is expected to expand to additional healthcare providers over time.

The rollout comes amid growing discussions about the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, with experts welcoming the technology’s potential while continuing to stress the importance of consulting qualified healthcare professionals for diagnosis, treatment, and emergency medical decisions.

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Tinubu Approves Largest Nigerian Army Expansion in Decades

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President Bola Tinubu has approved what is being described as Nigeria’s most significant military expansion in recent decades, authorising the Nigerian Army to grow from eight to 12 divisions alongside the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel. The move is aimed at strengthening the country’s response to persistent security challenges.

According to the Presidency, the expansion forms part of a broader effort to modernise the Armed Forces through increased manpower, improved troop welfare, enhanced operational readiness, and the acquisition of critical military equipment. The government says the reforms are intended to improve the military’s capacity to combat insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, communal violence, and other security threats across the country.

Under the new structure, four additional divisions will be established in Makurdi, Ilorin, Jalingo, and Benin City. The first phase, covering the creation of the 5th, 9th, and 10th Divisions, is expected to be completed by September 2026, while the second phase, including the establishment of the 83rd Division, is scheduled for completion by December 2026.

Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said the expansion would improve command and control, decentralise operational decision-making, strengthen border security, enhance the protection of critical national infrastructure, and enable faster military responses to emerging threats nationwide.

President Tinubu also commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Ibrahim Shuaibu, as well as officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army for their dedication and professionalism. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring the Armed Forces remain adequately equipped and prepared to safeguard Nigeria’s sovereignty and protect its citizens.

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