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BAGAIA, IAC ink Sign MoU on Aircraft Accident Investigation at ICAO Assembly

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 26 September 2025 0

In a landmark development for global aviation safety, the Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Agency (BAGAIA) and the Interstate Aviation Committee (IAC) have signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Montreal, Canada, during the 42nd ICAO Assembly held on September 25 to

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Weak, Outdated Systems Crippling Nigeria’s Air Cargo Growth – Aviation Expert

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 20 September 2025 0

Nigeria’s air cargo sector risks continued inefficiency and loss of competitiveness unless outdated systems are urgently replaced with modern technology, the Chief Executive Officer of Mainstream Cargo Limited, Mr Seyi Adewale, has warned. Speaking at the 5th CHINET Aviation Cargo Conference in Lagos, in a paper titled “Harnessing Technological Advances to Improve Air

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NCAA threatens Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Saudi Air over directive on ill-treatment of passengers

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 20 September 2025 0

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has threatened to sanction Qatar Airways and Royal Air Maroc for failing to comply with its directives and determinations on passenger complaints. Michael Achimugu Director Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of NCAA posted this on his verified X handle @mikeachimugu01 on Friday, detailing the offence of both airlines.

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Weak, Outdated Systems Crippling Nigeria’s Air Cargo Growth – Mainstream Cargo CEO

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 19 September 2025 0

Nigeria’s air cargo sector risks continued inefficiency and loss of competitiveness unless outdated systems are urgently replaced with modern technology, the Chief Executive Officer of Mainstream Cargo Limited, Mr Seyi Adewale, has warned. Speaking at the 5th CHINET Aviation Cargo Conference in Lagos, in a paper titled “Harnessing Technological Advances to Improve Air

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FAAN boss, Overland CEO disagree on airport insurance cover

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 18 September 2025 0

The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, has declared that all airports across the country under the management have valid insurance cover. Reacting to comments by chief executive officer of Overland Airways, Capt. Edward Boyo on airports insurance in the country at the 5th CHINET Aviacargo Conference at […]

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NAMA seeks NASS nod to end 50% deduction, attain financial autonomy

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 17 September 2025 0

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has canvassed for the intervention of the National Assembly to end the 50% revenue deduction and attain financial autonomy. The Managing Director of NAMA, Engr Farouk Umar who made this plea in his opening remarks at the ongoing 4-day retreat of the House Committee on Aviation in Abuja, maintained […]

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NAMA Extends Advanced AFTN to 26 Airports Ahead of AMHS Rollout

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 17 September 2025 0

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has expanded its Advanced Satellite System Aeronautical Fixed Telecommunications Network (AFTN) coverage from 14 to 26 airports nationwide, in a move set to boost communication resilience across Nigeria’s aviation sector. The enhanced AFTN, which runs on X.25 protocols, will serve as a backup to the soon-to-be-commissioned

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Air Sierra Leone Targets London–Lagos Market with $950 Return Fare

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 17 September 2025 0

Air Sierra Leone has entered the highly competitive London–Lagos route with the launch of a new service via Freetown, offering passengers a $950 return fare as part of its expansion strategy to position Sierra Leone as a regional aviation hub. The carrier said the service will provide smooth connections through Freetown with minimal layover times, […]

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MMIA, Lagos Industrial Commands Get New Customs Controllers

temitope adebayo 15 September 2025 0

*Nwokorie, Salawu Vow Transparency, Performance, Stakeholder Engagement The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has effected leadership changes at two key formations, with Comptroller Chidi Nwokorie assuming duty as the new Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Command, and Comptroller Adebola Salawu taking over at the Lagos

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P’Harcourt Airport Incident : Air Peace crew tested positive for cannabis, alcohol- NSIB

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 13 September 2025 0

-As Air Peace denies report The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) Friday, released the preliminary report on its ongoing investigation into the serious incident involving a Boeing 737-524 aircraft, operated by Air Peace, saying initial toxicological tests conducted on the flight crew revealed positive results for certain substances, including indicators of

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Aviation stakeholders condemn new tax reforms, seek exemption

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 12 September 2025 0

Aviation stakeholders have condemned the new tax reforms as it affects the aviation industry in the country. At a business webinar organised by Aviation and Allied Business Journal in conjunction with the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) on Thursday, Assistant Director at the Revenue Service, Mrs Nkechi Umegakwe had informed that, with the new tax reforms, […]

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FG brokers peace as NUATE suspends planned strike against Ethiopian Airlines

Ukpono Ukpong 12 September 2025 0

The Ethiopian Airlines branch of National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has cancelled its planned industrial action, following mediation by the federal government. The union had threatened to embark on strike over the refusal of the management of the Airline to implement the Collective Bargaining Agreement on the 13th-month salary, the non-promotion of workers,

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NCAA summons airlines over passengers’ recurring complaints

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 10 September 2025 0

Worried by the growing number of complaints by passengers, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) may sanction some airlines in the country. This is coming as the aviation regulatory body has called domestic airlines to an emergency meeting over the growing number of flight delays, cancellations and affecting passengers across the country. The meeting, scheduled […]

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NCAA sets up committee to enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 6 September 2025 0

Recognising the pains and difficulties suffered by people with disabilities in accessing public facilities, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has taken a significant step toward improving air travel accessibility by inaugurating the NCAA Disability Inclusion Oversight Committee. The committee, tasked with ensuring the authority’s compliance with national

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NAAPE decries gagging of workers on union matters by airlines

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 29 August 2025 0

The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) has condmned the attitude of some airlines preventing their workers from joining unions saying it is clearly against their constitutional rights and the laws of the land. Speaking at the unveiling of NAAPE’s 40th anniversary logo at its secretariat in Ikeja, NAAPE President, Engr Galadima Abednego […]

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NAMA Boosts Air Safety with NCAA-Certified ATC Simulator

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 27 August 2025 0

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has recorded another milestone in its drive to enhance air traffic management and capacity building with the official presentation of the Air Traffic Control (ATC) Simulator Certificate from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). The Certificate was formally presented to the Managing Director/Chief Executive of NAMA,

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Flights resume at Osubi as United Nigeria Airlines reopens Warri routes

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 26 August 2025 0

The Osubi Airport Manager, Mr. Winston Ifeacho Egwuatu, has described the resumption of United Nigeria Airlines as a welcome development for the city and its residents. Egwuatu, speaking while receiving the first flight of the day, UN0548, from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Monday, with a traditional water salute and a red-carpet reception for passengers,

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Nigerian govt bans flight mode on all flights

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 20 August 2025 0

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has, in a critical move to standardise aviation safety, banned the use of flight mode on all flights. This new rule requires passengers to switch off all portable electronic devices during critical flight stages. It is a decisive action to ensure uniform compliance across all Nigerian airlines, eliminating the […]

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Nigeria to host first-ever international airshow in December 2025

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 20 August 2025 0

Nigeria will host its first international airshow in December 2025, joining the ranks of countries that have successfully staged the global aviation event. The programme will place Nigeria alongside the United Kingdom, organisers of the Farnborough Airshow, the Dubai Airshow, Aviation Africa, and Ghana, which hosted a similar event in October 2017 that attracted thousands

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LAAC Honours SAHCO Chairman Afolabi with Aviation Visionary Award

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 20 August 2025 0

The League of Aviation and Airport Correspondents (LAAC) has honoured Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, (CON), Chairman of Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC, with the prestigious Aviation Visionary Investment Award at the 29th Annual LAAC Conference, held in Lagos. This year’s conference, themed “Financing Aviation in Nigeria: Risks, Opportunities and Prospects”, attracted key