Governor Umo Eno has declared that Akwa Ibom State is on course to commence international flight operations at the Victor Attah International Airport, as part of his administration’s effort to boost the state’s aviation and economic prospects. Speaking to Government House Correspondents Tuesday, after an inspection of the airport’s neo-terminal and a review meeting, the…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has commenced moves to establish a centralised database of legitimate cargo operators as part of efforts to enhance security, transparency, and efficiency within Nigeria’s aviation cargo ecosystem. The initiative, being driven through FAAN’s Directorate of Cargo Development and Services (DCDS), was unveiled during a stakeholder engagement session held…
Efforts to deepen intra-African air connectivity have gained momentum as ValueJet Airlines finalises plans to commence operations on the Lagos–Accra route next week. The airline’s Managing Director, Omololu Majekodunmi, disclosed this in an interview, describing the new service as a strategic move to strengthen seamless and affordable travel across West Africa. He said the Accra…
The director-general of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Chris Najomo, has stressed the need for good working relationships, dialogue and understanding among aviation workers to resolve labour issues. Mr Najomo spoke on Monday at a workshop on Industrial Relations and Negotiation Skills held in Lagos. The workshop was organised by the International Federation of…
Nigeria’s largest carrier, Air Peace, has expressed shock over reports alleging that its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Allen Onyema, and Vice Chairman, Alice Onyema, are facing a tax evasion suit instituted by the Lagos State Government, describing the claims as surprising and unsubstantiated. The airline, in a statement on Monday, said neither the company…
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has deployed a Mobile Control Tower at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, in a swift response to the recent fire incident that affected critical air-ground communication infrastructure at the old terminal. Speaking during an on-site inspection, the Director of Safety Electronics and Engineering Services, Engr. Terese Ihenacho, described…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has issued Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to Binani Air Global Services to commence scheduled flight operations. Speaking in Abuja during the presentation of the certificate, the Director-General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo commended the airline’s resilience and determination, describing the certification as a historic milestone and a significant…
