Outrage grows as stakeholders raise airport security, safety concerns over picketing of Air Peace
By Dickson Omobola The decision of aviation unions to picket Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, Tuesday, has elicited sharp criticism from stakeholders in the country’s air transport sector, with many saying the action constituted serious safety and security concerns. From the early hours of Tuesday until about noon, members of the National Union of Air […]
Air fares: Fears mount over likely shutdown as tickets price rises
The current upsurge in the prices of air tickets has further increased the growing challenges threatening the operations of airlines in Nigeria.
Forex scarcity, high price of Jet-A1 threatening our operations – Airline operators
Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, has lamented what it termed existential threats, saying scarcity of Forex, skyrocketing price of Jet-A1, now N1,300 per litre and difficulty in acquiring aircraft due to country risk, among others, are some of the challenges faced by members.
NG Eagle Airline makes inaugural flight to Kebbi
He added that the move also represents a momentous occasion for both the airline and the people of Kebbi State.
EFCC freezes Hadi Sirika’s brother’s account over N8bn Aviation Ministry probe
According to EFCC investigators, Abubakar Ahmad Sirika is listed as the company’s MD/CEO and the sole signatory to the two accounts linked to the firm with two banks.
“KEYAMO?” OR “KEYAMO!”
Of course, Barr. Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation Aerospace Development of Nigeria. The name Keyamo has a deep meaning among the Uvwie people of the Urhobo Ethnic Group in Delta State, where Keyamo hails from.
“KEYAMO?” OR “KEYAMO!”
Of course, Barr. Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation Aerospace Development of Nigeria. The name Keyamo has a deep meaning among the Uvwie people of the Urhobo Ethnic Group in Delta State, where Keyamo hails from. The rest of Urhobos use the another word, Kesiena. Keyamo and Kesiena mean the same thing. We shall go deeper into the meaning later.
EFCC investigating ex-minister Sirika over Nigeria Air deal — Keyamo
“The EFCC is investigating that deal. There is a criminal investigation going on. I have called for the report.”
FG to support Nigerian airlines’ growth, expansion – Keyamo
By Dickson Omobola Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, has said the Federal Government is committed to supporting the growth of Nigeria’s airlines to ensure they flourish at a worldwide level. A statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Tunde Moshood, […]
We are acquiring new technologies to enhance Helicopter operations in Nigeria – Chike Stanley
An indigenous operator in the Aviation sector, Naebi Dynamic Concepts Limited is acquiring additional equipment to enhance its service delivery.
FG relocates FAAN headquarters to Lagos
The Federal Government (FG) has relocated the headquarters of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) from Abuja to Lagos.
We’ ll not lower standards on achieving air safety, others — Keyamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said the country’s Aviation sector will not compromise on international standards to achieve safer skies.
Domestic travels: Airline targets bridging process gaps
By Prince Okafor Bellagio Airlines, has expressed its commitment to bridging process gaps, embracing cutting-edge technology, and utilizing ancillary channels to enhance domestic air travel within Nigeria. The airline Chairman, Oludare Akande, disclosed this during a courtesy visit by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in Abuja. Akande stated that the airline […]
FG appoints 47 new directors for aviation agencies
By Prince Okafor No fewer than 47 new directors have been appointed to the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development. The appointment by the Federal Government is coming against the backdrop of the removal, and replacement of all the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Directors of federal government agencies. The affected agencies include the […]
United Airlines driving air connectivity in Nigeria, Ghana, others – Bola-Sadipe
United Airlines, a global aviation giant, is expanding its presence in Africa, specifically Nigeria, with a strategic focus on robust connectivity, economic empowerment, and innovative passenger experiences.
United Nigeria expands connectivity, commences schedule flight operations to Sokoto
The United Nigerian Airlines, UNA, has expanded its national connectivity with the commencement of scheduled flight operations to Sokoto.
