The cost of insurance for aviation companies globally may rise if the directorate general of civil aviation goes ahead with its plans to make it mandatory for pilots to undergo psychiatric test before takeoff as any failure to clear the test could lead to flight cancellations and claims.

Despite the current market environment being generally positive for primary insurers, the evolution of the reinsurance market highlights several challenges this can create for firms, according to analysts at Moody’s.

Med-View Airline has acquired a Boeing 737-400 Classic aircraft, with a capacity for 150 passengers in business and economy classes. This acquisition was financed by First Bank who has a business partnership with the airline. The additional aircraft is part of the airline’s expansion plans to boost its operations. And the company’s fleet has increased to five Boeing aircraft.

Even with the competition in the smart phone ecosystem deepening by the day as a result of innovative products by the original equipment manufacturers, (OEMs) , Samsung Electronics has again raised the bar with the introduction into the Nigerian market launched the most advanced smart phones in its stable, the Galaxy S6 edge and S6 duos respectively.

Heartland Football Club of Owerri on Sunday in Ilorin at the Kwara Stadium came from a goal down to win 3-1 and end Kwara United’s three-game unbeaten run.