Tag: Aviation Policy
Nigeria’s Air Cargo Paradox: N22.8trn Exports, Empty Planes
With total exports valued at N22.8 trillion and a trade surplus of N6.69 trillion, Nigeria’s air cargo sector should be dominating the continent’s cargo...
Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Review Hajj Operations Airlift Deal Ahead of 2026
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have begun a critical review of their long-standing airlift arrangements, placing the sharing of pilgrims between designated airlines at the...
Dr. Aiseubeogun Tips Nigeria for Aviation Recovery and Expansion in 2026
Sustainable growth is set to define Nigeria’s aviation industry in 2026 following a transformative reset in 2025. This outlook was presented by Dr. Richard...
GISS Talks Deliver Bold Aviation Deals, Nigeria Strengthens Global Partnerships
Nigeria’s aviation sector recorded a major boost at the ongoing Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) in Marrakech, as high-level engagements delivered strategic agreements and...
Operational Challenges Threaten Nigeria’s Ageing Airspace Surveillance System
Nigeria’s air navigation system is facing mounting operational challenges as ageing surveillance infrastructure strains performance. The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has admitted difficulties...
Policy Direction Signals Key Aviation Reforms, Investor Confidence Push
Nigeria’s aviation sector is entering a decisive phase as the policy direction of the Federal Government takes centre stage in shaping long-term growth. Speaking...
Operational Aircraft Gap: Africa’s 1,000 Fleet Trails Global Aviation Scale
Africa’s aviation landscape tells a story of contraction and imbalance. The continent once boasted 52 national carriers, yet today only seven remain operational, with...
Africa’s 38% Leasing Gap: How Trade Finance Could Unlock Fleet Modernisation
Africa’s aviation sector remains constrained by capital access, despite rising demand. The trade finance gap continues to limit fleet expansion and connectivity. However, a...
What Africa’s Projected 1,205 Aircraft, 70,000 Personnel Mean for Nigeria
Africa’s projected 1,205 aircraft demand reshapes Nigeria’s aviation outlook
Africa’s forecast requirement of 1,205 aircraft and over 70,000 aviation personnel is redefining Nigeria’s aviation priorities,...
Decades of Aviation Errors Strain Airlines as Correction Course Begins- Uriesi
Nigeria’s aviation sector is confronting decades of entrenched errors, many driven by poor decisions from Ministry of Aviation officials lacking industry expertise, according to...
