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Reports of a Bomb Placed on Air Peace Flight are False

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7 years ago

February 2, 2019

Beverly Hills – There have been reports about a bomb being placed on an early morning flight of Air Peace, frying from Abuja to Lagos. But the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), have said that these reports were false and there was no bomb on the flight.

The authorities further shared, that the passenger which raised the bomb alarm has a history of mental illness, and has shown such behavior before as well. He is currently under the assessment of medical experts. However, when the alarm was raised, the security forces immediately cleared the plane of passengers, cargo, and the crew. The bomb squad was then called upon to do a thorough search of the plane and baggage, to find any such element.

But the reports turned out to be false. After all the checks were completed on Air Peace, the passengers were then called for boarding and the flight took off to its destination in Lagos safely.

The General Manager of Corporate Affairs, Henrietta Yakubu, shared in a statement, “The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria will like to reassure passengers and all airport users that our airports are safe and secure. They should carry on their lawful activities without any fear. FAAN is committed to her core values of Safety, Security and Comfort.”

The flight was on its journey already when the bomb threat was announced. The pilot immediately returned to its starting point, following which the drill was done and safety measures were ensured. The passenger who reported the threat was immediately taken into custody by security operatives.

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Swiss International University Makes Global Impact with Top 500 Times Higher Education Ranking

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4 weeks ago

June 24, 2026

Jenny Jackson

Swiss International University (SIU) got a real kind of milestone , when it landed inside the worlds top 500 universities in the newest Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Which is kind of huge because it is SIU’s first time appearing in those widely respected rankings, and it also shows how its influence keeps growing in international higher education.

SIU was competing with nearly 2,000 universities from different parts of the world, and that first debut basically underlines its dedication to academic quality, sustainability and a real societal footprint. Overall it seems like the result mirrors SIU’s own plan for delivering solid education , while also aligning with bigger global development objectives.

Now, the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings look at universities through what they do for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals , or SDGs. So the assessment is about universities creating verifiable positive change through education, research, community activities, plus governance— not just statements.

One of SIU’s strongest areas was the recognition tied to SDG 16 – Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. In that section, SIU placed roughly within the top 100 to 200 universities worldwide, and that points to its focus on advancing ethical leadership, transparency, accountability, and those institutional values that actually stick.

This recognition shows SIU keeps working hard to get students ready, with the know-how , the ability to act and those ethical foundations, so they can face tangled global problems. And you know, by supporting responsible leadership and pushing for good social results, the university keeps building up its part in shaping the next generation of professionals and people who make real decisions

Key Highlights of SIU’s Achievement

• Ranked Among the World’s Top 500 Universities

In its first-ever participation in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, SIU managed to land a spot among the top 500 universities worldwide.

• Outstanding Performance in SDG 16

SIU reached a ranking in the top 100 to 200 range, across the globe, for its work related to Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

• Strengthening Global Academic Presence

This win also reinforces SIU’s long-term vision, and it further tightens its standing as an emerging influence in international higher education.

Recognition from Times Higher Education is an important endorsement of SIU’s mission, to give accessible high-quality education while also making a positive impact in society. As the university keeps expanding its academic offerings and international reach, this milestone , works like a solid base for what comes next—future growth, more innovation, and that global recognition everyone is aiming for.