Wole Shadare, Author at Aviation metric

Canada to reduce study permits for Nigerians, others

Posted on October 3, 2024October 3, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Cuts int’l study permit by 10%, improves asylum integrity Budgets $743.5 million to strengthen asylum system in five years Canada is taking far-reaching measures to tackle immigration challenges it faces particularly on job shortages and to improve the integrity of the asylum system. Consequently, the Canadian government has announced key changes to its immigration policies, impacting international students and temporary foreign workers. These changes are set to begin in late 2024 and are part…

TAAG Angola Airlines incorporates first A220-300 into fleet

Posted on October 3, 2024 by Wole Shadare

As part of the company growth plan and «multi-brand» fleet strategy, Angola’s leading airline and flag carrier, TAAG Angola Airlines has incorporated the first A220-300 into its fleet. The airline showcased the A220-300, Airbus’ most efficient small single-aisle aircraft, to customers, shareholders, partners, government officials, and diplomatic bodies in a symbolic ceremony held at Luanda 4 de Fevereiro International Airport. The aircraft is on a lease agreement with ALC as part of TAAG´s global order…

NAMA to embark on surface movement radar sensitisation

Posted on October 2, 2024October 3, 2024 by Wole Shadare

In a bid to enhance safety, efficiency and awareness in ground operations, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has concluded plans to embark on Surface Movement Radar (SMR) sensitization. The sensitization of the SMR in Lagos on October 4, 2024, at Legend Hotel, Murtala Muhammed International Airport, is an opportunity to elevate stakeholders’ understanding and to contribute to safer and more efficient airport operations. The aviation-wide Surface Movement Radar (SMR) sensitization is a specialized programme…

Minister unfolds new Nigeria-UAE BASA deal

Posted on October 2, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Nigerian carriers to operate to choice airports in UAE Emirates exits left void on lucrative route, high fares The era where Nigerian carriers are denied choice destinations in line with the Bilateral Air Services Agreement may be over as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo unfolded details of the new air pact between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Minister who spoke to journalists Wednesday evening at…

Emirates continues stranglehold on Lagos route, Air Peace mum on service re-launch

Posted on October 1, 2024October 1, 2024 by Wole Shadare

While Emirates Airlines begins flights to Nigeria on October 1, two years after it ceased services to Nigeria over trapped funds and other issues, there are indications that the air traffic imbalance between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) may continue on the lucrative Nigeria-Dubai route, at least for now and probably long after Emirates may have started flights to Lagos. For many years, Emirates had enjoyed a ‘monopoly’ on the route while Nigerian…

UN decorates Oladunni Peace Ambassador

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Wole Shadare

The chairman of the Lagos State Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Olatutu Oladunni has been decorated by the United Nations as an Ambassador under Peace Keeping Mission International World Peace Advocate Foreign Affairs Institute of Peace and Conflict Resolution and Peace Advocacy Network. Also awarded are the king of Nupe, Etsu Yahaya Abubakar CFR and Amb. Kirti Sudanshi, member of the UN Peacekeeping Mission.

Air Peace, Onyema honoured for outstanding aviation impact

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Nigeria’s flag carrier airline, Air Peace and its founder, Dr. Allen Onyema have been honoured for their outstanding achievement in the aviation industry. Onyema and his airline were honoured for their remarkable achievement at the 21st Anniversary of Marketing Edge during its Edge Awards 2024. The airline received the prestigious ‘Outstanding Brand of the Year’ award, while Onyema was named ‘Brand Personality of the Year’ for his transformative leadership, nationalistic efforts, and corporate philanthropy. The…

Pilots’ seminar holds Oct 4 in Lagos

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Wole Shadare

The pilots seminar’s second edition will be held on October 4 in Lagos at the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority annexe (NCAA). This is the second in the series. The first one was organized by the Mentorship Academy of Mamaj Aviation Consult Limited in collaboration with the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, (NCAT) 2019 in Lagos. Convener of the seminar, Joy Ogbebo said, “We are privileged to have Capt. Jim Hassan of the Nigerian college of…

Experts: Nigerian carriers in dire straits, need urgent assistance

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Some experts have taken a holistic look at the industry and came up with a verdict that the aviation industry in Nigeria needs urgent rescue to get out of its precarious situation. Aligbe Aviation consultant and the Chief Executive Officer of Belujane Consult, Mr Chris Aligbe while featuring alongside other analysts, Mr Toni Ukachukwu and the Secretary General of Aviation Round Table (ART), Mr Olumide Ohunayo on a television programme at the weekend said Nigerian…

Nigeria, UAE renegotiate air ties

Posted on September 29, 2024 by Wole Shadare

The Nigerian government has concluded negotiations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to pave the way for the resumption of Emirates Airlines’ flight operations to Nigeria on October 1. The agreement marks a significant milestone in the development of aviation ties between the two nations. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, led a technical team in constructive discussions with UAE aviation authorities to ensure a smooth reintroduction of Emirates Airlines into the…

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