A 71-year-old boater’s body was recovered from Grand Canyon National Park, marking the 16th fatality of the year. The National Park Service is investigating.

Grand Canyon National Park has reported its 16th fatality of the year with the recovery of a 71-year-old boater’s body on Tuesday.

The individual, who was on a private boat trip, went missing after others in the group noticed his absence. The missing man was last seen around Lower Nankoweap Camp, located approximately 53 miles (85 kilometers) from the trip’s starting point.

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The group contacted the park’s communications centre late on Monday to report his disappearance, noting that he had left behind his hat and water bottle.

Park rangers deployed a helicopter to search for the missing boater, eventually locating the body about 10 miles (16 kilometers) downstream.

The National Park Service and Coconino County medical examiner’s office are investigating the circumstances surrounding this death, as well as the recent passing of a 59-year-old Colorado man who was found dead on a Colorado River rafting trip over the weekend.

Lagos Aviation Academy celebrates producing the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Best Performer in the Nigeria travel and tourism exam for July 2024, marking its fifth win.

The Lagos Aviation Academy (LAA) is celebrating a significant achievement after producing the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Best Performer in Nigeria’s travel and tourism examination for July 2024.

The prestigious IATA Best Performer Award is presented annually to recognise exceptional academic performance in aviation training. This marks the fifth time the academy has produced a top student in this category.

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During a press briefing at LAA’s new Lagos location, Bolaji Durojaiye, the academy’s Head of School, expressed pride in the student’s outstanding performance.

He emphasised that this achievement reflects the institution’s dedication to delivering world-class training and its contribution to the future of aviation in Nigeria and beyond.

Oluwafisayomi Layo-Olayemi, the 2024 Best Performer, credited LAA for its quality instruction and strong support system, which helped her excel in the examination.

She praised the academy for its affordability and the opportunities it provides to advance her career in aviation.

This milestone reaffirms Lagos Aviation Academy’s position as a leading institution in aviation training, shaping the next generation of professionals in the travel and tourism sector.

The Promise Land Festival 2024, held from 4th to 6th October, will feature Nigerian Afrobeat stars like Rema, Asake, and Omah Lay, along with global artists in a vibrant musical celebration.

The Promise Land Festival 2024, a highly anticipated international music event, will take place from the 4th to the 6th of October at Doug Jennings Park.

This multi-genre festival promises to deliver a rich blend of music from various continents, showcasing culturally diverse and invigorating performances.

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Nigerian Afrobeat stars are set to lead the charge, with Rema performing on the second day alongside Jorja Smith, Miguel, and Fiji.

The closing day will see performances from Asake and Omah Lay, who will share the stage with rap legend Busta Rhymes.

The festival’s exciting lineup also includes Nigerian artists such as The Compozers, Sarz, Seyi Vibez, Shallipopi, Tiwa Savage, Victony, Ruger, and BNXN.

Additionally, other African talents like Black Sherif, King Promise, DBN Gogo, Major League DJz, Young Stunna, and Uncle Waffles will bring their unique sounds to the festival, further amplifying its global appeal.

Promise Land Festival is a celebration of diverse music cultures, uniting sounds from different continents for a spectacular three-day experience.