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Nigerian airlines operating in challenging environment – NCAA

The Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, Captain Musa Nuhu, has emphasized the difficulties Nigerian airlines confront in making a profit. The Times reported that these difficulties result from the challenging operational environment, which is characterized by difficult financial availability. Nuhu highlighted the joint efforts of his agency and the Ministry of Aviation […]

Aviation ministry gets N40bn approval for NAVAID upgrade
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Aviation sector gears up for safety audit – NSIB

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has declared that the country’s civil aviation sector will be subjected to a full safety assessment by the International Civil Aviation Organisation by the end of August 2023. The Punch reported that this was said during the Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Agency’s closing ceremony in Abuja on Friday by […]

Why Abuja airport doesn't need another runway - Analysts
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Why Abuja airport doesn’t need another runway – Analysts

Analysts in the aviation industry have criticized the need for the construction of a second runway at Abuja airport. The Punch reported that the recent request by the National Assembly Joint Committee on Aviation has reignited the discussion among aviation stakeholders.  for the construction of a second runway at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja […]

Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, during a State House Briefing in Aso Villa
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May Day: Union advises the aviation minister to prepare handover note

The Minister of Aviation, Sen. Hadi Sirika, has received counsel to emulate other ministers by preparing his handover note to the Permanent Secretary in the ministry as opposed to pursuing his roadmap agenda at the end of the current administration. Nairametrics reported that the President of the National Union of Air Transport Employees, Comrade Ben […]

FG begins payment of airlines' trapped funds - NANTA
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FG begins payment of airlines’ trapped funds – NANTA

The National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies has announced that the Federal Government has gradually started paying trapped funds of foreign airlines in the country through the Central Bank of Nigeria. According to Nairametrics, this was revealed to journalists on Wednesday in Lagos by the NANTA President, Susan Akporiaye. Although she was unable to provide specifics […]

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Top aircraft maker Diamond considers investment in Nigeria

A leading aircraft manufacturer, Diamond Aircraft, has announced its plans explore the market potentials in Africa and establish strong presence in Nigeria. According to The Punch, this was said last weekend by the Chairman, Diamond aircraft, Bin Chen, during his team’s visit to Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika. In his words, “We are excited […]

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International airlines raise exchange rate to N551/$1

International Airline operators in Nigeria have reportedly adjusted their exchange rate from N462/$1 to N551/$1.   Nairametrics reported that airlines adjusted the exchange rate on their Global Distribution System owned by Amadeus.   The exchange rate between the naira and dollar sold as high as N551/$1 for the second straight day, on the official spot […]

Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, during a State House Briefing in Aso Villa
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FG to meet aviation stakeholders on Thursday

The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, will be meeting with aviation stakeholders in Abuja on Thursday, continuing the tradition of regular engagements with major players in the aviation industry since the beginning of the Buhari administration. According to The Punch, the Special Assistant to the minister on Public Affairs, James Odaudu, said the aim of […]

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Hundreds of flights cancelled over German airport strike

German airport’s strikes over pay and work conditions have resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of flights on Friday. In addition to the most recent industrial action disrupting travel plans for some time now, strikes have taken place at four German airports. Reuters reported that German union Verdi called on security and ground handling personnel […]

UK regulator orders Heathrow Airport to reduce airline fee
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UK regulator orders Heathrow Airport to reduce airline fee

  Britain’s aviation regulator has ordered Heathrow airport to lower the costs it charges airlines, citing a robust rebound in demand following the lifting of pandemic lockdowns. The Civil Aviation Authority stated that the cut “recognizes that passenger volumes are anticipated to recover to pre-pandemic levels, and should result in lower costs for travellers.” The […]