Thousands of Nigerian air travellers have been left stranded at various international airports following a wave of flight cancellations by major carriers, including Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Air France. The disruption comes as a direct fallout of the escalating military conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which forced several Middle Eastern countries to abruptly shut their airspaces. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has issued a statement advising passengers to stay in close contact with their airlines for updates as flight routes are being diverted to avoid conflict zones. For moreSimilarly, the race for the White House has reached a boiling point as Vice President Kamala Harris and President Donald Trump intensify their rhetorical battle. NFF President Ibrahim Gusau has called for patience, expressing hope that the ruling will favor Nigeria and keep the dream of a 2026 World Cup appearance alive.

Source: Punch March 01, 2026 16:30 UTC