Transcorp Hilton Abuja has conducted its first-quarter unannounced fire drill simulation as part of efforts to strengthen safety measures and emergency preparedness within the facility.

The exercise, which took place on 19th February 2026, was carried out in collaboration with the Federal Fire Service. The simulation forms part of the hotel’s structured safety programme aimed at ensuring a high level of emergency readiness and effective coordination with relevant authorities.

Management of the hotel said the initiative underscores its unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of guests and team members.

“We successfully carried out our Q1 unannounced fire drill simulation with the support of the Nigeria Fire Service. This exercise forms part of our structured safety programme, designed to ensure a high level of emergency preparedness and effective coordination with relevant authorities,” the management stated.

The drill comes shortly after the hotel hosted its Valentine’s Day weekend promotion across its rooms and restaurants. The celebration, characterised by romance, entertainment and vibrant experiences, was warmly received by guests.

As preparations begin for the Holy Month of Ramadan, the management reassured guests of a safe, serene and memorable stay.

“We appreciate the understanding of our guests and apologise for any inconvenience the exercise may have caused,” the management added.

The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) has commenced a two-day training workshop for underwriters on the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025.

According to a statement from NIA, the training is focused on Sections 75 and 76, as well as the Compulsory Container Insurance scheme.

The workshop, which began on Thursday, is scheduled to end on Friday.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that no fewer than 40 underwriters involved in container insurance, were participating in the training held at the Insurers House, Victoria Island, Lagos.

At the opening of the workshop, Director-General of the NIA, Mrs Bola Odukale, said that insurance remained a critical pillar of national development and economic stability.

Odukale noted that a well-regulated and legally backed insurance industry, was essential for economic growth, investor confidence and the protection of the public.

She urged participants to engage actively in the sessions, adding that the training would strengthen professional capacity and improve effective implementation of compulsory insurance provisions for the overall benefit of the economy.

NAN reports that facilitators at the workshop include: Mrs Margaret Ogbonnah, Director at the Nigerian Shippers’ Council; Mr Soji Oni, Controller 1, Technical, NIA, Mr Owolabi Longe, Chief Executive Officer of Ironlink Communications, among others. 

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says it is committed to implementing Improved Integrated Management System (IMS) to ensure operational excellence.

The Managing Director of the authority, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, gave the assurance in an IMS Policy Statement made available to newsmen in Lagos on Thursday.

Kuku said that the implementation would boost stakeholder satisfaction, maintain highest standards of safety and operational integrity, and proactively identify, manage and eliminate risks while delivering  world‑class services.

She  said that FAAN was committed to integrating quality, health, safety and environment  in doing business and  ensuring that Nigerian airports and FAAN workplace would be conducive to all persons.

She said that FAAN  was also committed to preventing pollution, injury and ill-health as well as other environmental hazards.

According to her, FAAN  will provide the framework for training, setting, and reviewing IMS objectives and targets, as well as document. implement, maintain, and continually improve on Quality and Environmental (Q&E) integrated management system.

She added that the agency would be communicating to all persons under its control so that they would be aware of their individual and Q&E obligations.

She added that FAAN would make the policy available to relevant interested parties and contribute to the development of sustainable energy systems and technology.

She also said that the agency would demonstrate the importance of Q&E through hands‑on leadership and behaviour, openness in all Q&E issues and active engagement with stakeholders.

She said that FAAN would ensure Q&E training for employees and create appropriate level of awareness while  preventing use of alcohol and drug at workplace by employees.

According to Kuku, this policy statement shall be communicated, understood, implemented and supported throughout FAAN.

“It will be reviewed from time to time for suitability in order to ensure that it continues to be appropriate and in line with business needs.

“In fulfilling its statutory mandate of managing the operations of the Federal Government-owned commercial airports nationwide, FAAN is committed to delivering safe, secure and quality services to all stakeholders.”