Foreign October 17, 2026

Turkish Airlines Expands Lagos Flights to 10 Weekly, As 111 Nigerians Return From South Africa and US Lists 24 for Deportation

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Samuel Obaze
Search Media Reporter

Turkish Airlines plans to expand its Lagos–Istanbul service from a daily operation to ten weekly departures in each direction from 11 December 2026. The announcement, reported on 12 October 2026, confirms that the carrier will introduce three additional weekly services, a boost for business and leisure travel during the festive season.

In diaspora news, 111 evacuees arrive in Nigeria from South Africa. The Federal Government evacuated another batch of 111 Nigerians from South Africa amid xenophobic attacks, bringing total returnees this month to over 500. The evacuees landed in Lagos and were received by NIDCOM officials who promised reintegration grants and skills training. Xenophobia: FG evacuates 111 more Nigerians from South Africa.

On the other side, the U.S. to deport 24 Nigerians for criminal offences. The US released fresh names of 24 Nigerians arrested over fraud and money laundering who are to be deported. NIDCOM says it is monitoring the cases to ensure fair hearing.

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Written by Samuel Obaze

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