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FG initiates policy on drone industry in Nigeria

Posted on February 10, 2026 by Wole Shadare

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has initiated the process of establishing a comprehensive National Policy Direction specifically for the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), or drone industry, in Nigeria. This move marks a shift from simple regulation to a structured national strategy to manage the rapid growth of drone technology nationwide. The framework is designed to move beyond the existing Part 21 of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (Nig. CARs). Its primary…

Military officers smuggle arms onboard aircraft, threaten airlines, airport staff

Posted on February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Yerima, another officer, fingered in safety breaches Nigeria risks ICAO rule violation on arms carriage The Federal Government’s concern regarding firearm violations by security operatives on commercial flights has intensified following high-profile breaches of aviation security protocols. These incidents highlight a recurring friction between military/paramilitary privilege and the strict, non-negotiable safety standards of civil aviation. A major point of tension involves security operatives—often in uniform or accompanied by armed escorts—who attempt to bypass mandatory passenger…

Emirates, Air Peace activate interline agreement, enhance seamless global connectivity

Posted on January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Building on their existing partnership, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Nigeria’s flag carrier, Air Peace, have activated a bilateral interline agreement, expanding air connectivity between Africa, the UAE, and key international destinations. The agreement offers passengers of both airlines frictionless, single-ticket travel and simplified baggage handling on select routes, resulting in greater travel comfort and convenience. Beyond the 13 cities in Nigeria* already available to Emirates passengers on Air Peace’s network, the enhanced…

Tension brews over pilots’ 50% pay rise, airlines, stakeholders differ over fare hike

Posted on January 22, 2026January 22, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Operators to match pay with counterparts overseas Tax burden narrative misleading-NCAA High interest rate, insurance premiums killing domestic operation-AON Many Nigerian airlines are beginning to capitulate to pilot demands, though the concessions are being made with significant caution due to the industry’s tightening financial margins. The move to accede to these demands is largely seen as a strategic survival manoeuvre to prevent a total brain drain to international carriers. Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines and…

Qatar makes forced landing in Lagos after mid-air technical fault

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Wole Shadare

A Qatar Airways aircraft carrying 248 passengers and 12 crew members made a safe emergency landing at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos on Friday night. The emergency was triggered by a technical fault that developed mid-air within Nigerian airspace. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) activated its response plan immediately after receiving distress calls through the 767/112 toll-free lines. Despite tense moments, the pilot successfully executed a forced landing on…

New MMA2 slot policy to solve terminal congestion, enhance airlines performance

Posted on January 12, 2026January 12, 2026 by Wole Shadare

First private terminal to introduce precision-based system in Nigeria For years, the experience at major Nigerian airports during peak hours was predictable: a sea of passengers packed into check-in halls, long security queues stretching toward the entrances, and a symphony of delayed announcements echoing through the terminals. The recent rollout of the slot system at MMA2 represents the first time a private terminal in Nigeria has moved away from a first-come, first-served model to a…

Domestic carriers risk further contraction as local traffic drops to 12.54 million from 14.52 million

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Wole Shadare

· Local traffic dropped to 12.54 million, from 14.52 million Int’l traffic up by 8.4% increase The traffic figures from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) for 2022–2024 reveal a tale of two skies. While international travel has hit a three-year high, the domestic sector is in a steady decline, exposing profound structural weaknesses in the nation’s aviation economy. Data from the agency reveals a stark contrast between international and domestic air travel. The data show…

Experts ask NCAA to invoke NCAR part 18 to stem exploitative fares, price fixing, others

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Excessive taxes by govt on domestic flights unfounded-NCAA Industry experts and consumer advocates are increasingly citing Part 18 of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations (Nig. CARs) as the legal basis for the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to enforce measures against “exploitative” airfares. While airlines generally operate in a deregulated market, Part 18 provides the NCAA with specific “economic oversight” tools to prevent price-fixing, ticket racketeering, and unfair competition. The regulations give the authority…

Expert: Airport certification I’ll lower airlines’ insurance premium, others

Posted on December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 by Wole Shadare

How FAAN underwent tedious aerodrome certification The recent certification of both the Kano and Port Harcourt airports has again rekindled hope for aerodrome safety, lower insurance premiums, and other benefits for the country. The aerodrome certification approvals were formally presented on December 19, 2025, at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja, following a rigorous, structured regulatory process jointly conducted by FAAN and the NCAA. Tukur According to the Federal Airports Authority (FAAN) Director of Public Affairs and Consumer…

Nigeria has highest rate of grounded aircraft in the world

Posted on December 15, 2025December 15, 2025 by Wole Shadare

…over 70% out for repairs, grounded due to global spare parts, engines shortage … Operators flood sector with aircraft to kill competition-Henry Nigeria’s aviation sector faces a striking paradox: while airlines like Air Peace, United Nigeria, and a few others are adding more aircraft to their fleets, domestic airfares have reached record highs—in some cases surging by 130%-250% in the final quarter of the year. Despite these acquisitions, Nigeria currently has one of the highest…

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