Nigeria's First Female-Led Airline Binani Air Gets NCAA Approval + UK-Nigeria Deal & Namibia's Skeleton Coast

In this episode of Ije: The World of Travel with host Tony Doe, we cover the biggest stories shaping African and global travel right now.Nigeria makes aviation history as Binani Air receives its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the NCAA on March 18, 2026. Founded by Senator Aishatu Binani Dahiru and led by female CEO Aminatu Dahiru Chiroma, it becomes Nigeria’s first fully female-owned and female-led airline. We discuss its planned routes to Lagos, Kano, Maiduguri, Port Harcourt, Anambra, Bauchi, and Gombe, and what this milestone means for diversity in a male-dominated sector.UK and Nigeria deepen ties: A new migration enforcement agreement will speed up returns of visa overstayers and offenders, while a £700 million deal will refurbish major ports in Lagos. We also look at the symbolic weight of President Bola Tinubu’s state visit during Ramadan.Intra-African mobility under the spotlight: Kenyan journalist Larry Madowo’s frustration over Nigeria’s $80 visa fee (while Nigerians enter Kenya visa-free) sparks an honest conversation about reciprocity, tourism barriers, and why it’s still often easier for Africans to travel outside the continent than within it.Travel inspiration from Namibia: Nelago from South African Airways shares highlights from a recent familiarisation trip, launching our new segment “My Namibian Diaries” with a vivid exploration of the haunting Skeleton Coast and the photogenic MV Zeila shipwreck.Plus, practical advice on shoulder-season travel to save money and avoid crowds, and exclusive 2026 packages to Zanzibar, Namibia, the Canton Fair in China, and more.Whether you’re interested in African aviation, cross-border policy, visa fairness, or unforgettable destinations, this episode delivers timely insights and travel ideas.🎙️ Hosted by Tony Doe Produced by Global Links and Services Ltd.🔗 Book your next trip: https://glstravels.com/travel 📧 tony@globallinkstravels.com Follow: @glstravelsng