Wole Shadare, Author at Aviation metric

Air Maroc makes emergency landing, Minister condemns treatment of Nigerians

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo condemned the inhuman treatment that some Nigerians have been subjected to by Royal Air Maroc In Marrakesh, Morocco. According to Keyamo, the flight took off from Casablanca and was headed for Abuja, but had to make an emergency landing in Marrakesh for some technical reasons. He however noted that the passengers, the majority of whom are Nigerians, have been left without care at the terminal and…

FG signs CTC Practice Direction for aircraft repossession without legal hiccups

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Tinubu keen on promoting Nigeria’s airline industry-VP To give legal backing and to reduce reputational damage done to the country by airline operators, the Federal Government on Thursday signed the Cape Town Convention (CTC) Practice Directions. This is expected to reduce the cost of airline operations in the Nigerian aviation sector. The CTC Practice Direction was signed on Thursday by the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Terhemba Tsoho, during a…

AAJ Express Unveils Nationwide Logistics Delivery Service

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Wole Shadare

AAJ Express has launched its nationwide doorstep delivery service. This significant milestone marks AAJ Express’ entry into the local logistics market, driven by years of operational excellence and innovation on the global stage. After establishing a reputation for excellence in international delivery, AAJ is now turning its focus to enhancing local logistics. The company has made significant investments in cutting-edge technology and operational infrastructure to provide a seamless and efficient delivery experience across Nigeria. This…

Emirates hosts travel agents ahead re-launch to Nigeria

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Reinstates skyward miles for Nigerians Mega carrier, Emirates hosted key stakeholders from Nigeria’s thriving travel trade industry for a workshop to showcase its latest products and services and provide a destination update on Dubai, as the airline gears up to restart operations from October 1. With key travel agents in attendance, the workshop demonstrates the importance of Nigeria on the airline’s vast global network. Through interactive workshop sessions, the carrier familiarised attendees with the products…

Again, unions to shut down aviation over 50% agencies’ deduction

Posted on September 12, 2024September 12, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Again, the various unions in the aviation industry have threatened to down tools and paralyse activities over what they termed the near insolvency of the agencies over the 50 per cent deduction at the source of their revenue. The unions comprising the National Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Association of Nigeria Aviation Practitioners ( ANAP), National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE), Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil Service Technical and Recreational Services Employees…

Delta Air Lines Appoints Gbobaniyi as Manager Sales- West Africa

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Delta Air Lines has announced the appointment of Mary Gbobaniyi as the new Manager Sales- West Africa, effective immediately. In her new role, she will be based in Lagos, Nigeria, and will oversee Delta’s sales and commercial operations across the West African region, including the airline’s key online stations in Nigeria, Ghana and Senegal. Additionally, she will support Delta’s joint venture partners, including Air France KLM and Virgin Atlantic. Mary joins Delta with a wealth…

Delisting: Huge costs, ‘reputational burden’

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Wole Shadare

All is not lost with the delisting of Nigeria from category one US aviation status. The designated carriers to the US have an uphill task of reclaiming it for the country. They can still operate to America but at a higher cost. It appears tricky and very expensive, writes, WOLE SHADARE Hope not lost It may not be a death sentence, but the road to retaining category one looks tough. Airlines are in a precarious situation….

VistaJet Connects China-Africa Business Ties, Propels Cross-Continental Commerce

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Wole Shadare

VistaJet’s President of Europe and Africa, Philippe Scalabrini said the role of private aviation does not stop at air mobility, adding that not only it is the safest and most efficient way for point-to-point travel, but it also brings the world together and opens the door to deep collaborations and exploring new opportunities. He further noted that every day VistaJet is trusted by world leaders because it focuses on what it does best – providing…

We have no hand in NLC President’s arrest, says Air Peace

Posted on September 9, 2024September 9, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Nigeria’s flag carrier airline, Air Peace said it had no hand in the arrest of the President of Nigeria Labour Union (NLC), Joe Ajaero by the Department of State Security Service (DSS). Spokesman for Air Peace, Omotade Makinwa said contrary to insinuation that the security operatives acted on its petition against Ajaero and his labour union when the carrier’s entire operations were grounded last year was false especially when it had withdrawn the petition against…

NAHCO Chairman, Fadeni, Welcomes Emirates Back to Nigeria

Posted on September 9, 2024September 9, 2024 by Wole Shadare

* Firm Reaffirms Partnership with Carrier The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company PLC (NAHCO) has once again secured the bid to provide Passenger and Cargo Ground Handling services for Emirates Airlines at Lagos Airport, following the resumption of Emirates’ flights to Nigeria. This renewed contract underscores NAHCO’s unrelenting commitment to delivering exceptional ground-handling services and highlights its role as a critical partner in Nigeria’s aviation industry. The agreement with Emirates Airlines reinforcesNAHCO’s position as the trusted…

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