Tag: #NigeriaAviation
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EKITI AGRO-ALLIED INTERNATIONAL CARGO AIRPORT APPROVED FOR SCHEDULED FLIGHT OPERATIONS
Nigeria greenlights Ekiti airport for commercial flights, boosting agribusiness and regional development. The Federal Government, through Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has approved scheduled flight operations at Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport for an initial six-month period, effective October 4, 2025. The approval permits daytime Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations as the airport works toward…
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FAAN LAUNCHES CONTACTLESS PAYMENT SYSTEM TO TRIPLE AIRPORT REVENUE
Nigeria’s airports go cashless to boost transparency, efficiency, and customer convenience. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has introduced a contactless payment system at Lagos and Abuja airports under the “Operation Go Cashless” initiative, aiming to triple revenue by reducing cash handling. MD Olubunmi Kuku said this move ensures every naira due is accounted…
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KEYAMO SEEKS INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT FOR NIGERIA’S RE-ELECTION TO ICAO COUNCIL
Nigeria pushes for global backing to strengthen its role in shaping international civil aviation. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, called on delegates at the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal to support Nigeria’s re-election to Part 2 of the ICAO Council. Highlighting Nigeria’s commitment to safe, secure, and sustainable air transport, Keyamo emphasized…
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SAHCO NAMED BEST CARGO HANDLING COMPANY IN NIGERIA 2024/2025
Setting the standard in aviation with technology, training, and nationwide reach. Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) clinched Best Cargo Handling Company at the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market. Chair Dr. Taiwo Afolabi and CEO Mrs. Adenike Aboderin earned top air cargo honors. SAHCO’s cutting-edge equipment, nationwide presence, and focus on workforce development cement its leadership…
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NIGERIA TO RECEIVE FIRST DRY LEASE AIRCRAFT IN 20 YEARS
Aviation confidence returns with dry leases, new maintenance hub, and expanded routes for Air Peace. Minister Festus Keyamo (SAN) announced Nigeria’s first dry lease aircraft delivery on Oct. 6 via Air Peace, marking a shift from costly wet leases after Nigeria’s removal from the global blacklist. He highlighted the new Air Peace MRO facility at…
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FEDERAL GOVT PUSHES GREEN INVESTMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE AVIATION
Nigeria aims to lead in eco-friendly airport operations with collaborative carbon emission management. Minister Festus Keyamo, speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, urged unified action to cut carbon emissions and promote green innovation in Nigeria’s aviation sector. He highlighted that achieving Airport Carbon Accreditation at NAIA will signal Nigeria’s commitment to…
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT WITHDRAWS COMPLAINT AGAINST COMFORT EMMANSON AFTER APOLOGY
The Federal Government has withdrawn the criminal complaint against Ms. Comfort Emmanson following appeals from well-meaning individuals and her sincere remorse, Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo announced. After giving her statement alongside her lawyer, Emmanson’s regret led to Ibom Air retracting charges, paving the way for her release from Kirikiri Prison this week. Keyamo also secured…
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NIPR AVIATION HUB LAUNCHES STRATEGY TO TACKLE UNRULY PASSENGERS
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Aviation Hub is teaming up with key aviation stakeholders like NCAA, FAAN, and the Ministry of Aviation to curb rising unruly passenger incidents that threaten safety and disrupt air travel. Chairman Basil Agboarumi says the plan focuses on extensive staff training in conflict resolution, cultural sensitivity, and crisis…
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IBOM AIR MELTDOWN: WHEN SKY-HIGH TENSIONS HIT TURBULENCE
Ever boarded a flight thinking the real drama was in the movies, only to watch it unfold? Well, the skies over Nigeria just served us a front-row seat to one of the most unsettling air rage stories in recent memory. On August 10, 2025, what should have been a routine Uyo-to-Lagos hop turned into an…
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IBOM AIR DRAMA: WHEN FLIGHT MODE ISN’T JUST FOR PHONES
What should’ve been a smooth Uyo-to-Lagos flight on August 10 turned into a full-blown air rage saga. Ms. Comfort Emmanson refused to switch off her phone before takeoff, sparking a heated exchange. By landing, it had escalated — crew assaulted, a fire extinguisher allegedly wielded, security attacked. She was detained, charged, and banned for life.But…
