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Lagos seizes record cocaine shipment, highlighting its role as Nigeria’s drug hub amid booming population of 17-21M.

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Recent Flight Disruptions Highlight Safety and Accessibility Issues

Over the past days, multiple airline incidents have occurred, including emergency landings due to smoke, medical emergencies causing flight diversions, and disputes over mobility aid policies. These events underscore ongoing safety, technical, and accessibility challenges faced by airlines globally, affecting passengers' safety and rights.

Dangote Refinery Expands Capacity

Dangote's Lagos refinery, now producing over 70 million liters daily, exceeds Nigeria's demand. The expansion aims to double capacity, making it the largest single-site refinery globally, reflecting confidence in Nigeria's energy future. Details on timeline and financing remain unclear as the project progresses.

Nigeria Seizes Record Cocaine Shipment

Nigeria's NDLEA, with US DEA and UK NCA, recovered over a ton of cocaine at Lagos port last weekend. Valued at $235 million, it is Nigeria's largest seizure. The investigation aims to identify and apprehend the global cartel behind the shipment.

Plane Disembarks Without Injury

A flight from LOT Airlines, flight LO771, safely disembarked all 67 passengers and crew after landing. The aircraft experienced no injuries, and the runway remains closed until 5 p.m. local time. The incident occurred at an unspecified airport, with no reports of damage or casualties.