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Cardiac Crisis at 35,000 Feet: How Crew Save Lives
When a passenger suffers a heart attack mid-flight, cabin crew spring into action—trained not just for service, but for survival. This gripping account, blending fiction and real-life expert insight, reveals the life-saving protocols and legacy of care that define the true role of flight attendants at 35,000 feet. ANTHONY OMOH writes. The piercing scream jolted Flight Attendant Sophia Martinez into...
Deconstructing Nigerian Airports: Can Mrs. Kuku Deliver a Turnaround?
BY ANTHONY OMOH Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), remains resolute in turning around Nigeria's airports. Her bold vision focuses on redefining passenger experience, enhancing airport infrastructure, and transforming gateways into international standards. “We aim to create airports that make Nigerians proud, setting a benchmark for excellence,” she said. However, achieving this vision requires overcoming...
Keyamo Named BAG Council Ministers’ Chairman
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has been appointed Chairman of the Banjul Accord Group Council of Ministers. The announcement was made during the 4th Meeting of the Council of Ministers, held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, Nigeria. According to a statement from Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Tunde Moshood, the appointment reflects growing confidence...
South African Airways Wins 4th Aviation Cup
South African Airways Team B has emerged winner of the Aviation Cup Africa Tournament following two days of spirited competition. The golfing event, held at the Ikeja Golf Club, brought together top players from aviation organisations across Africa for what many describe as the continent’s premier recreational aviation gathering. Sunday Ali and Eze Emmanuel, representing South African Airways Team B,...
BAGAIA Seeks Greater Support, Funding from BAG States
However, he warned that these gains are at risk due to irregular funding and limited state participation. “Some of the activities we plan to do will remain unachievable if we do not receive the necessary support BY ANTHONY OMOH Commissioner Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Agency, Engineer Charles Irikefe Erhueh, has urged greater support and funding from member states. He made...
Nigeria Maintains Strong Aviation Security Compliance-NCAA
In the last five years, Nigeria has been subjected to continuous security assessments for compliance to ensure safe and secure operations of civil aviation by the US Transportation Security Administration, UK Department of Transport and DGAC, the French Civil Aviation Authority BY ANTHONY OMOH Nigeria has continued to demonstrate unwavering commitment to aviation security compliance standards through consistent international audits and...
Gambia Seeks MASA Implementation to Boost Air Access
The high cost of travel across West African nations continues to hinder intra-African connectivity, despite the enormous potential of increased air access. The meeting stressed that actualising MASA will open regional skies, stimulate aviation growth, boost traffic, and support jobs and economic activity. BY ANTHONY OMOH The Gambia has challenged the Banjul Accord Group (BAG) member states to fully implement Multilateral...
NAHCO Grows Profit by 115%, Declares N11.58bn Dividend
According to its audited financials for the full year 2024, profit before tax surged by 115.4 percent to N18.70 billion, up from N8.68 billion in 2023. With impressive financial results, NAHCO profit jumps 115 percent, reinforcing its position as a strong investment and operational benchmark in the aviation sector. Ahead of its 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for...
Why Finchglow Holds PartnerPlus Connect Events
In an evolving travel landscape, Finchglow Travels has revealed why it holds PartnerPlus Connect, a flagship engagement platform that keeps growing stronger. Finchglow, Nigeria’s leading travel consolidator, hosted the 13th edition of its PartnerPlus Connect (PPC) event in Lagos. The event deepened collaboration between international airlines and Nigerian trade partners. Held in a lively, interactive setting, PPC 13.0 featured major global...
Overland Airways Resumes Lagos, Abuja Flights to Warri
Overland Airways resumes Lagos Abuja Warri flights, reconnecting Nigeria’s economic hubs with the oil-rich Delta State. The resumed flight operations became effective May 20, 2025. Nigeria’s longest-serving private domestic airline now operates scheduled flights between Warri (Osubi Airport), Lagos, and Abuja every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. According to the airline, this recommencement responds directly to passenger demand and regional air...
NiMet Hosts ECOWAS Meteorological Directors in Abuja
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) is hosting the 14th Meeting of ECOWAS Directors of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) in Abuja. The event, which started today, Tuesday, 20th May 2025, has drawn key delegates from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Member States. The goal is to foster regional synergy in improving early warning systems collaboration...
Nigeria to Host Global IFAIMA Conference in Abuja
The stage is fully set for the IFAIMA World Conference Abuja, which will take place from May 27 to 29, 2025, at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja. The global aviation community will converge on Nigeria’s capital to discuss innovations and developments in Aeronautical Information Management (AIM). Chairman Local Organising Committee (Abuja 2025), Kabir Yahaya Gusau, said the event would...
