Harassment by Airport Personnel Under Scrutiny as Keyamo Addresses Private Airstrip Concerns
The Nigerian aviation sector is addressing the persistent issue of harassment at airports with a robust multi-agency approach. Leading the charge, the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, under the stewardship of Minister Festus Keyamo, has introduced measures to enhance passenger comfort and security. Efforts to tackle harassment at these facilities are gaining momentum as stakeholders collaborate to ensure...
NiMet, Nigeria Governors’ Forum Strengthen Collaboration
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) are working to ensure NiMet-NGF strengthen collaboration for mitigating climate impacts and boosting socio-economic development. Speaking at the NGF’s Abuja office on Friday, November 22, 2024, Professor Charles Anosike, Director General of NiMet, emphasized the significance of this partnership. He noted that solidifying the NiMet-NGF relationship would benefit...
Air Peace Partners Boeing, Cranfield University to Drive Safety Excellence in Aviation
Air Peace has partnered with Boeing and Cranfield University to drive safety excellence in aviation. This collaboration underscores Air Peace’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency within the aviation sector. By integrating cutting-edge insights from Boeing’s Global Learning Institute (BGLI) and Cranfield’s extensive aerospace expertise, the airline continues to set benchmarks for leadership...
NAMA’s Navigation Charges: ATSSSAN President Defends Legal Compliance
Comrade Ilitrus Ahmadu, President of the Air Transport Senior Staff Services Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), has affirmed that NAMA's proposed navigation charges comply with legal and international standards. Speaking at the Joint Aviation Trade Unions’ Forum (JATUF) Conference, he emphasized the agency’s rights under its establishment act and ICAO Doc 9082. This announcement comes amid debates surrounding the proposed...
Dr. Onyema Honoured with Industry Trailblazer Award
Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman of Air Peace Ltd., has been honored with the prestigious Aviation Industry Trailblazer for the Decade award. Presented during the International Air Transport Conference in Abuja, the award highlights Onyema’s transformative contributions to Nigeria's aviation sector. Ali Yu Ibrahim, Director of Corporate Services at the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), praised Onyema’s visionary leadership and...
NCAA awareness campaign on passenger, airline rights records success in Abuja
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) roadshow in Abuja recorded resounding success, with Acting Director General Capt. Chris Najomo emphasizing the importance of educating passengers about their rights and obligations. This NCAA awareness campaign success ensures fair treatment for passengers and airlines. Highlighting issues such as flight delays, Capt. Najomo explained key regulations: after a two-hour delay, airlines must provide...
Four years After, Lagos, Abuja International Airports Recertified
The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja and Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos have been recertified. The recertification of Nigeria's international airports by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) follows years of rigorous assessments and improvements. Nigeria's international airports were last certified under the Aerodrome Certification process in 2020. However, the certificates had remained inactive until this momentous...
NCAA Takes Consumer Awareness, Sensitisation Programme to Abuja
Tomorrow, Friday November 22, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) will launch a consumer awareness programme designed to empower air travellers in Abuja. The initiative aims to sensitise passengers about their rights, duties, and responsibilities to enhance their travel experiences. As part of this effort, the NCAA will promote the recently launched AI-driven consumer rights platform. This programme underscores...
Unions Warn of Tough Times for Airlines Over Anti-Union Practices
The Joint Aviation Trade Unions’ Forum (JATUF) has warned airlines and aviation businesses that their refusal to allow workers unionise may lead to significant challenges. This came during the 2nd edition of a conference with the theme, Synergy for Safety & Production Management - Labour Collaboration. Unions collectively criticised airlines for denying their workers the right to freedom of association....
Keyamo Launches Initiatives to Improve Nigerian Airport Services
Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo, has unveiled strategic measures to improve Nigerian airport services. Aimed at addressing the expectations of the travelling public, these initiatives focus on enhancing service delivery and maintaining environmental cleanliness at airports nationwide. Furthermore, this decisive move emphasises accountability, professionalism, and operational excellence in the aviation sector. Special Airport Marshals, comprising journalists, NGO representatives, and state officials,...
