Aviation

SAHCO boosts revenue with 74.8% increase in 2024

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BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC has experienced a remarkable financial turnaround, with a 74.8 per cent increase in revenue for the period ending December 2024, compared to the previous year. This unprecedented growth reflects the company’s commitment to

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Nigeria removed from global aviation leasing blacklist

Ihesiulo Grace 19 February 2025 0

Nigeria has been removed from the global aviation leasing market’s blacklist, granting the country better access to leasing aircraft. This significant development was announced by Osita Okonkwo, the Chief Operating Officer of United Nigeria Airlines. “The important thing is that Nigeria is no longer on the blacklist. Nigeria was blacklisted before, but that is

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Tinubu’s foreign exchange policy has revolutionized airline operations in Nigeria says Okonkwo

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 14 February 2025 0

By Msugh Ityokura Founder of United Nigeria Airline, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo has commended the Federal Government for creating an enabling environment for airline operators to thrive in the country. He pointed out that in most African countries, over 70 percent of airline ownership and operation is by government unlike Nigeria which has a free market […]

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Emirates, Air Peace partner to expand connectivity across Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 12 February 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Emirates Airlines has signed an interline agreement with Air Peace in other to enhance connectivity for passengers travelling to and from Nigeria. The partnership expands Emirates’ footprint to 13 new cities in Nigeria with frictionless single-ticket travel and simplified baggage throughput. Travellers booked on flights from Dubai to Lagos, can

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FG to release report on illegal aircraft charter operators

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 5 February 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has said the report of the Ministerial Taskforce on Illegal Air Charter Operations and Related Matters would be ready very soon. Speaking in Abuja, Keyamo said that the committee on illegal charter operators, in the course of their duties, unearthed several discrepancies in the […]

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FAAN pensioners poise for protest over neglect

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 5 February 2025 0

*We are ready to meet with them – Kuku BY CHUKWUEMEKA IWELUNMO The Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) branch, says pensioners of the organisation across the country will as from February 15, 2025 embark on nationwide protest over what it called inability of the management to dialogue with the […]

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Max Air Incident: Travel agents demand urgent safety audit

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 1 February 2025 0

After the incident of Max Air Airline on Tuesday, the National Association of Travel Agents (NANTA) has called on the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to conduct safety audit on all local airlines in the country. It could be recalled that Max Airline’s aircraft, with registration number 5N-MBD, which suffered a tyre burst on landing […]

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Ifeoluwa Onifade set to empower aviation dreams through 3rd scholarship initiative

Ihesiulo Grace 1 February 2025 0

The Aviator Scholars Contest 2025 is back for its 3rd edition, offering aspiring aviators a life-changing opportunity to receive full or partial scholarships for professional aviation training. With over N7.5 million in financial aid, the initiative, spearheaded by Ifeoluwa Onifade (Queen of the Skies) in partnership with Aviator Scholars, aims to empower 70 winners with

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Max Air suspends operations, NCAA to conduct safety, economic audit

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Max Air has announced a three-month suspension of its domestic flight operations following the tyre burst incident involving its B734 aircraft, registration 5N-MBD, at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport on January 28, 2025. The airline’s management made the decision to allow for an internal appraisal of its operations, effective midnight,

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BASL resumes media tours, unveils innovations at MMA2

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operator of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Two (MMA2), Lagos, has announced plans to resume its highly acclaimed media tours in the New Year. According to a statement signed by Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi, Head, Corporate Communications at BASL, the company, the media tour follows the success of the first […]

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FAAN honours John Ekpe for 32 years of service excellence

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) over the weekend bid farewell to one of its most dedicated and experienced fire and safety expert, Mr. John Okezie Ekpe, as he retired after 32 years of meritorious service. The ceremony, held at the FAAN headquarters in Lagos, was attended by top officials, colleagues, […]

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Kuku calls for financial partnerships to drive aviation innovation

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Kuku has advocated for partnerships to develop more affordable, flexible, and targeted financial solutions. Emphasizing the importance of leveraging existing financing options instead of creating a new aviation finance institution. Speaking on plans to transform

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Aligbe attributes aviation sector’s competence gap to Nigeria Airways liquidation

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 28 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Chief Executive Officer of Belujane Konsult, Chris Aligbe said the absence of a national carrier for the country for over two decades has impacted technical competence and managerial ability and the dearth of technical competence of the country’s entire aviation value chain. Since the liquidation of Nigeria Airways, manpower development of […]

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NAICOM, NCAA collaborate to strengthen aviation insurance framework

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 24 January 2025 0

BY MOTOLANI OSENI The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) have inaugurated a joint Technical Committee to address critical aviation insurance matters and ensure robust protection for stakeholders in the sector. The inauguration ceremony took place on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at the NAICOM office in Abuja, marking a

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Ethiopian Airlines lauds SAHCO’s exceptional ground handling services

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 24 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO  With effective coordination and structured teamwork, leading ground handling company in Nigeria, Skyway Aviation Handling Company SAHCO PLC has achieved what can be described as one of the fastest aircraft turnaround in recent times.  Checks at the cargo apron of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport MMIA Ikeja, show that, it took

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Nigeria, big enough to accommodate 3 formidable airlines-Aligbe

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 23 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Chief Executive of Belujane Konsult, Mr Chris Aligbe, said Nigeria is big enough to have three big and formidable airlines that can be either privately owned or government-backed carriers to harness air travel potentials for the country. Aligbe in an interview, noted that the country needs a national flag carrier to […]

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Abuja Airport : Aviation Minister rejects contract variation of N532billion for 2nd runway

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 23 January 2025 0

.. seeks fresh bidding By Haruna Salami The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo ( SAN), declared in Abuja on Wednesday that his Ministry has rejected outrageous contract variation of N532billion from N90billion awarded to contractor handling the 2nd runway of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport , Abuja. He said the contract has been […]

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Ekiti Airport 99.5% ready for full commercial operations – Keyamo

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 23 January 2025 0

…as Minister, Oyebanji hail Afe Babalola for contributions to Airport By Ayodele Adesanmi The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said that the Ekiti Agro Allied Cargo International Airport is 99.5% ready for full commercial operations. Keyamo stated this during a joint inspection of the airport with the state governor, Biodun Oyebanji. […]

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Arik Air founder’s companies owe N455bn, AMCON vows full recovery

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 January 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has disclosed that companies owned by Sir Johnson Arumemi-Ikhide, the founder of Arik Air, are indebted to the corporation to the tune of N455.17 billion. Speaking on this development over the weekend, AMCON’s Head of Corporate Communications, Jude Nwauzor, explained that Arik Air owes N227.64 […]

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How Najomo’s leadership transforms Nigerian aviation industry

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 12 January 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), a critical body ensuring airspace safety, has experienced a significant transformation under Capt. Chris Najomo’s leadership as Acting Director General over the past year. With a focus on reforms and operational efficiency, Najomo has revitalised confidence in Nigeria’s aviation sector by enhancing