<p>South Africa's Deputy Tourism Minister has said Africa's Travel Indaba plays a pivotal role in showcasing the continent's tourism offerings.</p>
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<h2>Former Edo State Governor and Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/02/14/edo-governorshp-election-apc-gives-uzodinma-crucial-appointment/">Adams Oshiomhole</a>, attended the swearing of the Edo governorship primary election committee.</h2>
<p>The inauguration of the seven-man Committee led by Governor <strong><a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/02/14/edo-governorshp-election-apc-gives-uzodinma-crucial-appointment/">Hope Uzodinma</a></strong> of Imo State took place on Thursday at the National Secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja.</p>
<p>The swearing ceremony, conducted by the APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, was also attended by members of the National Working Committee (NWC).</p>
<p><strong>Naija News</strong> reports that the APC flagbearer is expected to emerge on Saturday before the September 22 Edo governorship election.</p>
<p>Speaking with reporters after the event, Oshiomhole said he attended the event because he is a stakeholder in the state and to support the committee.</p>
<p>The former APC National Chairman expressed his confidence in the party’s victory in the upcoming governorship election during the inauguration.</p>
<p>When questioned about the reason behind his assurance, Oshiomhole stated that the people of Edo are weary of the PDP and are eagerly anticipating the return of the party to governance in the state.</p>
<h2>APC Will Present A Sellable Candidate For Edo Guber Election – Uzodimma</h2>
<p>Meanwhile, Governor Uzodimma has <strong><a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/02/15/just-in-apc-will-present-a-sellable-candidate-for-edo-guber-election-uzodimma/">said</a></strong> the ruling APC will present only a sellable candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Edo State.</p>
<p>While boasting about the popularity of the party, Uzodinma said APC must select a candidate who can effectively deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of Edo State when elected.</p>
<p>As the chairman of the Primary Election Committee responsible for overseeing the February 17 poll, Uzodimma expressed his assurance that the committee will strive to identify and present the most qualified candidate for the upcoming governorship election in September.</p>
<p>Following their inauguration, Uzodimma addressed journalists and reiterated their dedication to ensuring the best interests of the Edo people are served.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/02/16/why-i-attended-edo-apc-primary-committee-swearing-in-oshiomhole/">Why I Attended Edo APC Primary Committee Swearing-in – Oshiomhole</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-sunwing-plane.jpg?id=60341467&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=132%2C0%2C132%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Quebec's go-to airline for affordable beach getaways just flew its final flight.</p><p><span></span>That's right, as of this week, <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/sunwing" target="_blank">Sunwing Airlines</a> no longer exists. On Wednesday, the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/westjet" target="_blank">WestJet</a> Group officially folded the low-cost carrier into its operations, meaning all future Sunwing flights will now be operated by WestJet planes and crews. The move marks the end of an era for Canadian leisure travel, especially for Quebec travellers used to flying out of <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-airport" target="_blank">Montréal-Trudeau</a> to Cuba, Mexico, or the Dominican Republic.</p><p>Founded in the early 2000s, Sunwing grew from a single Boeing 737 flying between Toronto and Cuba into one of the country's top vacation airlines, operating out of major hubs in Montreal and Toronto. It served over 50 sun destinations at its peak and became known for bundling affordable flights with all-inclusive resort stays through its tour operator, Sunwing Vacations.</p><p>The now-defunct airline has been winding down operations in various Canadian hubs over the past few weeks. The final Sunwing-operated flight officially departed on May 28. </p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ_6hlftejl/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>WestJet acquired the airline in 2023 and announced last year that Sunwing would be fully integrated by 2025. According to <a href="https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/westjet-group-completes-integration-of-sunwing-airlines-successfully-unifying-all-narrowbody-operations-under-westjet-airlines-809071053.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WestJet's May 28 press release</a>, the consolidation is part of a broader plan to expand the Calgary-based airline's footprint in the sun and leisure market.</p><p> "I know every Sunwing employee, past and present feels their contributions have mattered to advancing the experience of air travel," said Alexis von Hoensbroech, Chief Executive Officer of the WestJet Group. "To all WestJetters and former Sunwing team members: thank you. This milestone is your achievement, and a proud moment for us all."</p><p>The Sunwing Vacations brand will continue to exist, and travellers can still book package deals through it. But from now on, all flights will be operated by WestJet, which says passengers can expect a more uniform onboard experience across its 150-plane fleet, including more fare options and standard cabin configurations.</p><p>For Quebecers heading south, the destinations may not change, but the airline behind the seatback will.</p>