Enugu Air has launched a new official website, moving its online services to www.enuguairlines.ng.

The airline announced the development in a statement informing passengers and customers of the change, describing the new platform as a safer and more convenient digital channel for accessing its services.

Announcing the migration, Enugu Air said: “We’ve moved! We’re innovating! We’ve migrated to a better, safer and convenient website to connect you to the world.”

According to the airline, the new website will serve as its digital platform for flight bookings, schedules and operational updates.

Passengers and prospective travellers can now visit www.enuguairlines.ng to book flights, check schedules and access the latest information about the airline’s operations.

Enugu Air urged customers to save the new web address and use it for all online flight-related services.

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The airline stressed that the change would not affect its identity or services, stating: “Same Enugu Air. New web address.”

It also warned passengers that its former website, enuguairlines.com, had been discontinued and was no longer in use.

The airline therefore advised customers to use www.enuguairlines.ng for its current online services and flight-related information.

The Enugu State House of Assembly, on Monday, called for urgent government intervention following a landslide that cut off Ugwueme and Nenwenta communities in Awgu Local Government Area from other parts of the state.

The Assembly urged the Enugu State Government, State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Ecological Fund to urgently mobilise resources to address the situation and restore access to the affected communities.

The landslide, which occurred on September 18 following torrential rainfall, reportedly blocked the road linking the two communities, forcing residents to pass through neighbouring Abia and Imo states to access other parts of Enugu State.

Moving a motion of urgent public importance, the member representing Awgu South State Constituency, Hon. Anthony Nwankwo, said the disaster had paralysed movement and made emergency response difficult in the affected communities.

Nwankwo also revealed that a family of four reportedly died after a collapsed overhead water tank crushed them, leaving only a four-year-old child who was subsequently rescued.

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He lamented that the victims might have been rescued alive if the road leading to the communities had remained accessible.

Nwankwo therefore urged the Assembly to prevail on the relevant authorities to urgently clear the road and restore access to Ugwueme and Nenwenta.

“I move that the House do write the relevant authorities to intervene to open the road leading to Ugwueme and Nenwenta,” he said.

Supporting the motion, lawmakers expressed sympathy with Nwankwo and residents of the affected communities, describing the incident as a serious natural disaster requiring immediate intervention.

Members representing Ezeagu, Nkanu East and Oji River State Constituencies, Hon. Chima Obieze, Hon. Okey Mba and Hon. Osita Eze, respectively, also urged residents to avoid constructing buildings close to hills and engaging in indiscriminate excavation of soil and stones.

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They warned that such activities could worsen the risk of landslides.

The lawmakers, however, stressed that government agencies should immediately mobilise resources to clear the affected road and restore access to the communities.

Assembly Confirms Civil Service Commission Nominees

Meanwhile, the Assembly screened and confirmed the appointment of a chairman and four members of the Enugu State Civil Service Commission nominated by Governor Peter Mbah.

The nominees are Prof. Gabriel Ajah as Chairman; Christian Mbah, Member 1; Mrs. Stella Ekweremadu, Member 2; Mrs. Emmanuela Uzonna Ogarabe, Member 3; and Mrs. Theresa Ifeanyichukwu Onyefuzili, Member 4.

The nominees were subsequently confirmed after the lawmakers found them qualified for the positions.

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They were asked to take a bow and leave without undergoing prolonged screening after presenting their curriculum vitae and professional records to the Assembly.

Speaking on behalf of the nominees, Ajah pledged that punctuality and discipline would be central to the commission under his leadership.

“We shall lead by example. We must be punctual to work,” he said.

Before his appointment, Ajah had served the Enugu State Government in various capacities, including 19 years as Permanent Secretary and 14 years as Dean of Permanent Secretaries.

He also served as Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and Chairman of the Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board (ENSUBEB), among other positions.

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The Federal Government has sealed a deal for the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters from US-based Bell Textron as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s airpower and security capabilities.
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, led a Nigerian Air Force delegation to a beam-signing ceremony at Bell Textron’s facility in Amarillo, Texas, marking a major milestone in the Nigeria-US defence cooperation programme.
According to a statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF Headquarters, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the acquisition is aimed at modernising the Armed Forces and enhancing their capacity to respond to security threats.
Aneke described the acquisition as an important milestone in efforts to build a more capable and mission-ready Nigerian Air Force.
He said the programme would support the NAF’s objective of developing a highly motivated and professional force capable of delivering effective airpower in coordination with ground forces.
The Chief of Air Staff also stressed the need to ensure that the newly acquired capabilities translated into improved operational effectiveness and stronger support for Nigeria’s national security objectives.
Aneke thanked President Bola Tinubu for what he described as his strategic leadership and support for strengthening Nigeria’s defence architecture.
He also acknowledged the cooperation of the United States Government, Bell Textron, Programme Management Air 276 and other stakeholders involved in the AH-1Z Viper programme.
During the visit, the Nigerian delegation inspected the AH-1Z Viper production line at the Bell Textron facility.
The development comes six days after the Nigerian Air Force took delivery of five new helicopters—three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters manufactured by Leonardo Helicopters of Italy and two H-125 helicopters manufactured by Airbus Helicopters.
The latest acquisition forms part of the Federal Government’s broader efforts to modernise Nigeria’s military airpower and strengthen its response to terrorism, banditry and other security challenges.
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By Okey Maduforo, Awka

Maintenance work on the First River Niger Bridge has been extended by one week due to persistent heavy rainfall across Anambra State.

The Federal Government had earlier closed the bridge to traffic to allow contractors to carry out maintenance work on the aging structure, with the initial closure scheduled to last for two weeks.

The contractor had previously raised concerns over inadequate lighting and poor sanitation around the bridge, saying the challenges were affecting night operations and posing security concerns for workers and construction materials.

However, the maintenance work has been further disrupted by heavy rainfall, which has persisted across the state for almost a week.

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When reporters visited the bridge on Monday morning during another heavy downpour, workers were unable to commence operations. Some sections that had already been worked on were also reportedly affected by the continuous rainfall.

The Controller of Works, Engr. Timothy Emenike, who spoke to reporters in Onitsha, said the impact of the rainfall meant that the workers needed at least three consecutive dry days before they could effectively return to work.

He said the completion date had consequently been extended by one week, subject to favourable weather conditions.

“We have actually done a lot of work on most portions of the bridge, but with the constant heavy rains for almost one week, some areas have been affected and need at least three dry days for us to return to site.

“So, in view of what is on ground, we have extended the date for the completion of the project by one week, depending on the weather. For now, we pray that we shall have three dry days for us to return to site,” Emenike said.

Emenike, however, disclosed that after the maintenance work is completed, the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, would conduct another inspection of the bridge before approval is given for its reopening.

He also said the challenge of inadequate lighting for night operations had been addressed, while the sanitation problems around the bridge had also been resolved.

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By Our Reporter

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has approved the appointment of 101 new aides as Special Advisers (SAs), Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs).

The appointments, which take effect immediately, were contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the Enugu State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia.

The new appointees will handle various responsibilities covering economic development, political mobilisation, community engagement, youth development, environmental management, infrastructure, communication, women empowerment and other areas.

The appointments comprise seven Special Advisers, six Senior Special Assistants and 88 Special Assistants.

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Special Advisers

1. Chief S.N.C. Nwagu — Special Adviser on Conflict Resolution and Mediation
2. Hon. Dr. Fidelis Odo — Special Adviser on Inter-Governmental Affairs and Coordination
3. Augustine Okoli — Special Adviser on Policy Affairs and Analysis
4. Hon. Pedro Nwankwo — Special Adviser on Stakeholders Relations and Community Affairs
5. Chimezie Nkwuo — Special Adviser on Economic Development
6. Chief Vitalis Okonkwo — Special Adviser on Grassroots Coordination
7. Peter Andy Omeje — Special Adviser on Commerce and Business Development

Senior Special Assistants

8. Rachael Okonkwo — Senior Special Assistant on Film and Creative Industry Development
9. Barr. Okey Ude — Senior Special Assistant on Inter-Party and Mobilisation
10. Hon. Chinedu Chukwunwike — Senior Special Assistant on Party Monitoring
11. Barr. Peter Chukwujekwu Ogbe — Senior Special Assistant on Legal and Regulatory Compliance
12. Chukwudi Ozoeluba — Senior Special Assistant on Boundary and Land Dispute Resolution
13. Frank Udemezue — Senior Special Assistant on Small and Medium Enterprise Development

Special Assistants

14. Hon. Alachi Aaron Onu — Special Assistant on Forest Protection and Conservation
15. Ugwu Emmanuel Chima — Special Assistant on Market Maintenance and Sanitation
16. Dr. Okwoigwe Modestus Ndubuisi — Special Assistant on Health Facility Maintenance
17. Hon. Okechukwu Agu — Special Assistant on Environmental Protection
18. Ozor Ejike Okpe — Special Assistant on Enlightenment and Communication
19. Solomon Gwiyi — Special Assistant on Publications and Documentation
20. Cornelius Ugwu — Special Assistant on Town Union Coordination
21. Hon. Romanus Ugwu — Special Assistant on Market Decongestion
22. Hon. Gab Onu — Special Assistant on Market Sanitation
23. Prince Lawrence Ugwu — Special Assistant on Road Infrastructure Maintenance
24. Ugwunnadi Pius Nwabueze — Special Assistant on Grassroots and Rural Integration
25. Timothy Chukwuemeka Nnaji — Special Assistant on Community Youth Engagement and Development
26. Nick Nnaji — Special Assistant on Town Union Matters
27. Mrs. Eucharia Anunobi — Special Assistant on Women Mobilisation, Enugu-North Zone
28. Aneke Ogbonna Ajie — Special Assistant on Community Engagement
29. Christian Ede — Special Assistant on Government House Matters
30. Pastor Emeka Ogbonna — Special Assistant on Humanitarian Band and Entertainment
31. Chidi Udo — Special Assistant on Interstate Relations
32. Engr. Egbonwonu Jude Chikezie — Special Assistant on Infrastructure Monitoring and Maintenance
33. Emma Ogbonna — Special Assistant on Civic Education and Voter Awareness
34. Ali Stanley Osita — Special Assistant on Chieftaincy and Traditional Affairs
35. Hon. Onuora Udeanugwo — Special Assistant on Cooperative Development and Empowerment
36. Sunday Ignatius Okafor — Special Assistant on Political and Grassroots Mobilisation
37. Barr. Chika Nzelu — Special Assistant on Non-Indigene Relations
38. Hon. Ugwuoke Emeka Sylvanus — Special Assistant on Environmental Management
39. Miss Domitila Chidimma Ozioko — Special Assistant on Public Engagement and Advocacy
40. Hon. Emmanuel Ugwu — Special Assistant on Human Development
41. Nnadia Ajima Nwodo — Special Assistant on Ecological Management
42. Peter Oramalu — Special Assistant on Urban Beautification
43. Sabastine Ngwu — Special Assistant on Public Enlightenment
44. Mr. Titus Ike Olu — Special Assistant on Public Awareness and Sensitisation
45. Mr. Jude Aniogbo — Special Assistant on Industrial Harmony
46. Romanus Agada — Special Assistant on Public Advocacy
47. Onogwu Festus Chibuike — Special Assistant on Community Development
48. Ugwuja Emmanuel Okeke — Special Assistant on Public Engagement
49. Barr. Nnabuike Nwodo — Special Assistant on Public Utilities (North)
50. Ugwu Ikechukwu — Special Assistant on Inter-Party Affairs
51. Ugwu Franklin Izuchukwu — Special Assistant on Public Enlightenment and Orientation
52. Aniagor Sunday Okechukwu — Special Assistant on Cultural Orientation
53. Tobias Ogbonna Onuh — Special Assistant on Rural Development
54. Abugu Sabastine Ekene — Special Assistant on Social Orientation
55. Ugwu Cletus — Special Assistant on Public Communication
56. Engr. Onyeka Solomon — Special Assistant on Public Participation and Inclusion
57. Hon. Innocent Anayo Eze — Special Assistant on Youth Engagement
58. Okwo Emeka Robert — Special Assistant on Environment
59. Hon. Fred Ozoilo — Special Assistant on Training and Strategy
60. Celestine Ikeana — Special Assistant on Youth Development
61. Mr. Christian Njeke — Special Assistant on Capacity Building
62. Hon. Mark Ogbonna — Special Assistant on Community Building
63. Chuma Dilibe Esq. — Special Assistant on Technology and Innovation
64. Engr. Ugwu Uchenna — Special Assistant on Youth Empowerment and Skills Development
65. Hon. Ikerionwu Eze — Special Assistant on Digital Innovation
66. Dr. Cordelia Idoko — Special Assistant on Gender Coordination and Empowerment
67. Com. Mike Okenwa — Special Assistant on Grassroots Sports Development
68. Prince Ifeanyi Onuora — Special Assistant on National Orientation
69. Gabriel Igwe — Special Assistant on Community Enlightenment and Outreach
70. Uche Ezugwu — Special Assistant on Environmental and Sanitation
71. Ozioko Theophilus — Special Assistant on Youth Engagement
72. Igwe Ifebuche Cyprian — Special Assistant on Protocol
73. Peter Chibuzor Nwaekemezie — Special Assistant on Market Orientation
74. Mrs. Eucharia Ani — Special Assistant on Gender Advocacy
75. Hon. Solomon Egbo — Special Assistant on Contact and Mobilisation
76. Obinna Augustine Okenwa — Special Assistant on Youth and Sports
77. Engr. Wilson Ogbonna — Special Assistant on Monitoring and Evaluation
78. Paul Nwodo — Special Assistant on Government Communication
79. Chukwudi Nwatu — Special Assistant on Social Media
80. Blessing Ugwoke — Special Assistant on Women Mobilisation
81. Prince Nonso Nnaji — Special Assistant on Youths Alliance
82. Barr. Francis Anurika Ani — Special Assistant on Social Engagement
83. Hon. Ngene Chijioke Oscar — Special Assistant on Urban Renewal and Beautification
84. Hon. Okwudili Onuora — Special Assistant on Security Intelligence
85. Maduako Ikenna Philip — Special Assistant on Regional Integration
86. Ngozi Itanyi — Special Assistant on Grassroots Women Coordination
87. Agbo Kinsley Okechukwu A. — Special Assistant on Stakeholders Engagement
88. Chekwube Henry Ogbodo — Special Assistant on Youth Mobilisation
89. Chukwuma Prince Uche — Special Assistant on Grassroots Mobilisation
90. Kingsley Chekwube Ude — Special Assistant on Media Relations
91. Onwuka Toti Miracle — Special Assistant on Special Duties
92. Chukwudi Ozor — Special Assistant on Project Monitoring
93. Mama Onyebuchi Emmanuel — Special Assistant on Public Affairs
94. Eze Godwin — Special Assistant on Inter-Party Relationship and Management
95. Ishienyi Olisaemeka — Special Assistant on Social Welfare and Community Relations
96. Chief Robert Alum — Special Assistant on Rural Development and Livelihood
97. Humphrey Madu — Special Assistant on Political Liaison
98. Uroko Innocent — Special Assistant on Inter-Governmental Affairs
99. Ifeanyi Ani — Special Assistant on Community Mobilisation
100. Chikezie Aga — Special Assistant on Civic Values and National Reorientation
101. Surv. Julius Nshiodo — Special Assistant on Rural Surveys and Land Development

The appointments take effect immediately.