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NCAA threatens sanctions against Qatar Airways, Air Maroc, Saudi Air

Posted on September 19, 2025 by Wole Shadare

NCAA threatens sanctions as Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Saudi Air snub directive over ill-treatment of passengers The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has threatened to sanction Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc and Saudi Air for failing to comply with its directives and determinations on passenger complaints. Spokesman for the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, who posted this on his verified X handle @mikeachimugu01 on Friday, detailed infractions committed by the airlines. He said: ‘The airline @qatarairways…

FAAN MD, Kuku elected ACI vice-president, Africa, permanent member World Governing Board

Posted on September 18, 2025 by Wole Shadare

In a historic moment for Nigeria and the entire African aviation sector, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, the Managing Director of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has been elected as the Vice President of ACI Africa. This election not only highlights her leadership but also elevates her from her previous role as Regional Advisor for Africa to a permanent member on the ACI World Governing Board. The ratification took place during the 34th ACI…

Nuhu Adam’s presence will enrich our team-Superba

Posted on September 16, 2025September 16, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Superba, an aircraft consulting firm, said the over 20 years’ experience of Nuhu Adam in aviation and aircraft acquisition and sales, oil and gas logistics, public affairs and international charter operator across both public and private sectors would enrich the team and give it a global perspective and a deep understanding of the African market. Over the years, Superba collaboration has contributed to the development of key strategic projects in Africa’s leading energy hubs, particularly…

Lagos Aviation Academy Wins Aviation School of the Year at Travellers Award 2025

Posted on September 15, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Lagos Aviation Academy (LAA) has been honoured with the “Aviation School of the Year” award at the Travellers Award 2024/2025, organised by African Travel Quarterly (ATQ News) in conjunction with the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market. The recognition celebrates the Academy’s dedication to excellence in aviation training, its role in nurturing the next generation of aviation professionals, and its significant contribution to Nigeria’s growing aviation ecosystem. As one of the country’s foremost aviation training institutions,…

NAMA Director, Musa, bags ISEN Fellowship for aviation promotion

Posted on September 14, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Institute of Strategic Entrepreneurs of Nigeria (ISEN) has conferred Fellowship status on Dr. Abdullahi Musa, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA). The conferment on Musa followed weeks of rigorous professional training and strategic networking, with the theme: Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Entrepreneurship-A New Era. The award ceremony, held in Minna, Niger State, was a testament to Musa’s dedication to excellence and his commitment to…

Air Peace Launches Customer Experience Representative Across Domestic Network

Posted on September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Nigeria’s flag carrier airline, Air Peace, has launched a new service product for its passengers, a bespoke Customer Experience Representative (CXR) initiative across its domestic network. This development reflects the airline’s commitment to elevating service delivery through personalised and human-centred engagement. The Customer Experience Representatives (CXR) are specially trained individuals who will serve as dedicated travel chaperones for select passengers: Business Class and loyalty programme members across all domestic stations. Representatives will be committed to…

SAA increases Lagos, Sao Paulo, Accra flights for peak festive season

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Wole Shadare

One of Africa’s leading airlines, South African Airways (SAA), has announced additional flights across key regional and international routes to meet growing demand during the upcoming festive season. Starting from October 6, 2025, the airline will raise its frequency to six from OR Tambo International Airport to Lagos, bringing its weekly flight operations to Lagos to six from four, an indication of the profitability of the route to the carrier. Monday and Tuesday are the…

Nigeria Air Project Not A Scam, Sirika Insists

Posted on September 3, 2025September 3, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika, has dismissed claims that the Air Nigeria project conceptualised by former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration was a scam. Sirika, a two-term minister, stated this on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Tuesday, saying the government followed due process. “I had no intention to speak about my time in office for now. I intend to bring up a book. “It is a public-private partnership which was regulated by the Infrastructure Concessioning Regulatory…

RwandAir strengthens operations with two new B737-800 aircraft

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Wole Shadare

RwandAir has received two Boeing 737-800 aircraft, one of which is already in operation. Two Boeing 737-800s delivered and newly serviced aircraft return to operations, with additional aircraft expected by the end of 2025. Additionally, newly serviced aircraft are returning to operations, and a third aircraft is expected in Q4 of this year. These added aircraft will significantly enhance service and operations, thereby reducing delays and cancellations. In recent months, RwandAir has experienced several…

Air Peace to expand to key European, South American cities, acquires fourth B777 aircraft

Posted on August 23, 2025August 23, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Nigeria’s flag carrier, Air Peace Limited, has received its fourth Boeing 777 aircraft, reinforcing its position as West and Central Africa’s aviation leader and deepening its international expansion plans. The wide-body Boeing 777-200 ER, bearing registration 5N-CEG, touched down at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 3:32 p.m. from Teruel, Spain. The aircraft was greeted with a traditional water-cannon salute and a rousing reception led by the airline’s chairman,…

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