In Olubunmi Kuku, Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Gains a True Advocate
By Gbenga Olorunpomi The Nigerian aviation sector recovery has undoubtedly undergone significant changes over the past decade, with the COVID-19 pandemic marking a pivotal moment....
ASRTI Urges FAAN to Enhance Safety, Passenger Comfort at Airports
The Aviation Safety Round Table Initiative (ASRTI) presented demands to FAAN for improved safety measures and maximizing revenue opportunities. The group seeks enhanced passenger...
From Downgrade to Regain: What Nigeria Must Do to Restore Category 1
To regain FAA Category 1 status, some feel Nigeria must look beyond the disappointment, direct its efforts towards restoring and maintaining the rating. Undoubtedly,...
NiMet DG Advocates Agricultural Insurance to Boost Food Security
Director General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Professor Charles Anosike, called for agricultural insurance for farmers to strengthen food security. He made this...
NCAA Says Nigeria’s U.S. Category One Delisting Unrelated to Safety Oversight
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) explained that Nigeria’s delisting from the U.S. Category One register is unrelated to any safety or security oversight...
SMICA Positioned for Growth: Cargo Terminal to Serve 50 Million People
The Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport’s (SMICA) cargo terminal operations is projected to serve nearly 50 million people. Once fully operational, it will handle...
Keyamo Assures Aircraft Deregistration in Four Days, Promises Dry Lease Safety
Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Aviation Minister, assured lessors and financiers that the government guarantees aircraft deregistration in four days. Additionally, he stressed that airlines must...
NCAA Investigates British Airways for Delayed Departures, Implements FASAP Inspections
Foreign Aircraft Safety Assessment Programme (FASAP) will be a key part of the NCAA's investigation into British Airways for delayed departures. Michael Achimugu, Director...
NAHCO Rewards Employee for Returning $10,000 Found on Aircraft
The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (nahco aviance) recently rewarded, Mr. Auwal Dankode as a NAHCO brand ambassador. Dankode exhibited exceptional honesty returning $10,000...
FAAN to Implement Access Control, Address Perimeter Security Gaps
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria is implementing access control measures to address ICAO-identified security gaps across Nigerian airports. Director of Aviation Security Services,...
