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Aviation: Experts Decry Nigeria’s N40bn Domestic Cargo Market

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Aviation: Experts Decry Nigeria’s N40bn Domestic Cargo Market

  Despite the potential, the Nigerian domestic cargo market estimated to oscillate around N22 billion and N45 billion annually is considered very small occasioned by poor infrastructure. This was the view of stakeholders, who spoke to Aviation Metric at the just concluded 4th aviation cargo summit in Lagos, christened ‘Chenet’. They noted that considering the country’s geographical size, it had the potential to grow into a multi-billion dollar market, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic…

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Flight delay/departure: NCAA to inspect all foreign aircraft on Nigerian route,  moves to sanction BA

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Flight delay/departure: NCAA to inspect all foreign aircraft on Nigerian route,  moves to sanction BA

The late arrival and departure of British Airways flights from the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport Abuja in the past three to four days has become a huge concern to the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). Consequently, the aviation regulatory body has contacted the carrier and initiated these frequent delays to establish the root cause of these delays and take appropriate action to ensure passenger rights are protected and also prevent a re-occurrence. In a letter dated…

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RwandAir Eyes Daily Flights To Lagos

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RwandAir Eyes Daily Flights To Lagos

RwandAir, one of Africa’s fastest-growing airlines with the youngest fleet of eight years on average, has announced an increase in capacity with daily flight to Lagos starting in October 2024. The airline made the announcement recently at a Sales Forum in Lagos organized at the Celebration Gardens Event Centre, GRA Ikeja, Lagos to provide travel agencies with product knowledge and updates on the airline’s current offerings, as well as to get feedback and support aimed…

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NAMA, Ekiti ink air traffic services pact for new airport

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NAMA, Ekiti ink air traffic services pact for new airport

As part of measures to ensure a seamless takeoff of the newly established Ekiti State Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport in Ado-Ekiti, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ekiti State Government. Over the weekend, the MOU signed at the agency’s headquarters annexe, Murtala Mohammed Airport, Lagos, attracted top officials of Ekiti state government and NAMA. The Managing Director of NAMA, Engr Farouk Ahmed Umar noted that the…

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Aviation won’t survive without thriving airports, says Minister

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Aviation won’t survive without thriving airports, says Minister

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has expressed concern over the country’s airport infrastructure, adding that for airports to be viable, they must have the infrastructure to support current and future demand. He further stated that without thriving airports, there can be no thriving aviation industry, hinting that airport viability is not just a priority but a necessity for any ambitious aviation business. To buttress the minister’s assertion, the Managing Director of the…

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United Airlines Increases Nonstop Flights To Lagos From Washington D.C.

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United Airlines Increases Nonstop Flights To Lagos From Washington D.C.

United Airlines has announced an increase in service between Lagos and Washington D.C. from three times weekly to daily flights between December 4, 2024 and 14 February 2025, reflecting a 133%year-over-year increase in seats for this period. This will be the first time United’s service between Lagos and Washington D.C. will operate daily and the flight continues to be the only night-time departure from Lagos to the U.S., enabling customers in Nigeria to benefit from…

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FAAN, committee to grow air cargo business in Nigeria

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FAAN, committee to grow air cargo business in Nigeria

The Directorate of Cargo Development Services at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Olalekan Thomas said the purpose of its establishment is to grow air cargo in Nigeria and subsequently contribute its fair share to the economy and move Nigeria’s position as part of the leading exporting nations in Africa. He stated this when the aviacargo committee stated this when its members paid a courtesy visit to the headquarters of the Nigerian Agricultural Quarantine…

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NCAA digitalise to streamline operations

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NCAA digitalise to streamline operations

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has concluded plans to embark on a digital transformation to streamline its operations and enhance oversight.  The regulatory body is introducing digital platforms for processing approvals, licenses, renewals, and passenger complaints. Acting Director-General, Civil Aviation, Captain Chris Najomo, made this announcement at the launch of a training program for the new Consumer Protection Portal in Lagos. He emphasised that the portal will expedite complaint resolution and serve as a…

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Aviation agencies near insolvency over 50% deduction, unions, workers to shut sector

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Aviation agencies near insolvency over 50% deduction, unions, workers to shut sector

The aviation agencies are reeling under immense financial difficulty owing to the deduction from source of 50% of their revenue which has made them prostrate and unable to meet their statutory functions. As a result, there are indications that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) and others may no longer be able to pay the salaries of workers aside from the fact that aviation safety could be compromised as a result of the Federal Government’s…

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Nigerian carriers faced with huge costs burden, says Nwuba

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Nigerian carriers faced with huge costs burden, says Nwuba

President of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association of Nigeria, Dr Alex Nwuba has taken a deep reflection into the country’s aviation industry and came up with the verdict that the sector is truly challenged. He noted that airlines are faced with huge costs from all service providers and airports are equally faced with what they deem, with many describing it as unnecessary charges. Nwuba who spoke with Aviation Metric on the sidelines of the 28th League of Airports And…

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