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It is no longer news that Nigeria did not do well in the recent International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) assessment. The country through the NCAA has an opportunity to close the yawning gaps identified by the ICAO team. The audit has shown where we are as a country, writes, WOLE SHADARE Talking points The recent audit of Nigeria’s aviation industry by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Universal Safety Audit Program Continuous Monitoring Approach (USOAP)- CMA may have…

  The alluring aesthetics and in-built facilities at the new Lagos International Airport Terminal are a good riposte for the long wait and yearnings of modern air travellers. The long wait for the use of the terminal is over but it is one that comes with pain, chaos, and gridlock, as the multi-million dollar facility is put into use, writes, WOLE SHADARE Making of a defective terminal Not a few people were taken aback when…

The Minister of Aviation, Mr. Festus Keyamo is actually racing against time to fix many of the issues he inherited in the aviation industry. His time actually starts now. His tenure would be judged by the level of impact he makes in the next four years. He looks capable of turning the tide to reposition the country’s aviation sector, writes, WOLE SHADARE Reactions The appointment of a lawyer and a human rights activist, Mr. Festus Keyamo…

This aviation colonialism’ fits in well with Ethiopian Airlines’ 15-year strategic plan dubbed “Vision 2025” and its strategic expansion plans, writes, WOLE SHADARE  Success story Africa’s biggest and most profitable airline, Ethiopian Airlines has become the biggest airline brand in Africa. Year-on-year, the carrier keeps posting amazing profits and acquiring some of the best and most sophisticated aircraft, especially from the two biggest aircraft makers, Boeing and Airbus. Ethiopian Airlines has an amazing success story that truly…

In recent times, the airline industry has taken a hit as far as profitability is concerned. With multiple avenues directed toward increasing costs for the industry. Circumstances of the present create a unique environment for lower profit margins, writes, WOLE SHADARE The big question The question on the lips of many is why are businessmen, money bags, and aviation enthusiasts showing a remarkable interest in aviation, particularly the airline business if the profit margin is very…