Tag: Aviation Policy
Professor Okonkwo Urges End to Aviation Remittance Deductions
United Nigeria Airlines Chairman, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, has renewed calls for a review of the aviation remittance policy, saying government deductions from industry revenues...
Lomé Declaration Sets Bold Path for African Aviation Integration Drive
Lomé Declaration: Accelerating African Air Transport Reform
The Lomé Declaration marks a decisive continental shift towards integrated, affordable and sustainable African air transport. Adopted by...
Akpan Sparks Reform Debate with 80% Revenue Call for Aviation Ecosystem
Pressure is mounting within Nigeria’s aviation ecosystem as stakeholders intensify calls for a restructuring of revenue remittance rules governing aviation agencies. The debate has...
Drone Policy Advocacy Drives Major UAV Regulatory Growth in Nigeria
Drone Policy Advocacy Drives Major UAV Regulatory Growth in Nigeria
Convener of Dronetecx, Mr Fortune Idu, has said sustained stakeholder advocacy has significantly shaped Nigeria’s...
Nigeria-Airbus Technical Support Deal Boosts Aviation Growth
The Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a landmark agreement with Airbus, strengthening aviation development through structured technical support among others. The partnership focuses...
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...
