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Experts: Lagos not yet strong aviation hub despite N800b investments

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Wole Shadare

Strong airline needed to strengthen MMIA axis Despite about N800 billion spent to bring Nigeria’s airports, especially the Murtala Muhammed Airport, to international standards through remodelling seven years ago, stakeholders have registered their displeasure over inability of the aerodrome to attain a hub status. Ranked as the fifth busiest airport in Africa, with an average of 10, 383, 452 passenger traffic achieved in 2017, not a experts believe that the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA),…

Nigeria’s aircraft maintenance hangar’s a mirage

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Wole Shadare

There is no major aircraft maintenance facility in Nigeria and West Africa. While the Uyo facility is ‘moribund’, Nigeria is yet to chart a path for national hangar. WOLE SHADARE writes Uyo MRO rots away Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Uyo Airport, Akwa Ibom is almost moribund despite over $150 million that had been sunk into a project that started nearly 10 years ago. The facility was built to cater for maintenance of Boeing 737…

At summit, experts lament bad policy on cargo exportation

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Wole Shadare

Experts in the cargo and aviation sectors have lamented government’s lackadaisical attitude, citing it as the reason for the lack of growth of exportation of agro produce from the country. Speaking at the agro export air logistics seminar of the Airport Business Summit and Expo in Abuja, speakers were of the views that sound government policies will raise the standard and quality of goods to be exported In his welcome address, the convener of the…

First ultra long range A350 XWB rolls out of paint-shop

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Wole Shadare

The first ultra long Range Airbus A350 XWB to be delivered to launch customer Singapore Airlines has rolled out of the paint-shop in the carrier’s distinctive livery. Now at an advanced stage of production, the aircraft will undergo further testing before being delivered to the airline in the coming months. Singapore Airlines has ordered seven A350-900 ultra long range aircraft, and all of them are in various stages of assembly. The first aircraft to…

British Airways Extends promo fares for summer

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Wole Shadare

British mega carrier, British Airways has extended the “BA Promo for Two” Summer Fare Offer that was introduced last week due to the demand from their esteemed customers. The fare in Business class still starts from as low as $2391 per person and it’s opened to customers flying from Lagos or Abuja to London. The offer is now only available for two weeks starting from Wednesday, July 25th to Tuesday, August 7th. Customers are advised…

IATA, ACI partner UN on human trafficking

Posted on July 29, 2018July 29, 2018 by Wole Shadare

Clearing house for global airlines, International Air Transport Association (IATA) has partnered with the Airport Council International (ACI) to support the United Nations World Day AgainstTrafficking in Persons. The two bodies emphasized their joint commitment and work to help combat human trafficking. Aviation connects the world, carrying more than four billion passengers a year, but this global network is also used nefariously by traffickers to transport people against their will. Airlines and airports are determined…

Overland Airways raises Jalingo flights

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Wole Shadare

Overland Airways has announced that it would begin its Abuja-Jalingo route daily, except on Saturdays. This takes effect July 29, 2018.This is up from its initial three times weekly flights on the route. The Chief Operating Officer of Overland Airways, Mrs. Aanu Benson, explained that the increased flight frequency between the two cities had become necessary considering the traffic demand on the route, adding that it was an evidence of quality service, passengers’ confidence and…

National Assembly approves N45B payment to Nigeria Airways ex-workers

Posted on July 25, 2018 by Wole Shadare

Succour came the way of over 3000 workers of liquidated Nigeria Airways as the National Assembly late Tuesday approved the final payment of their N45 billion severance benefits. The signing of the final approval was the last assignment the lawmakers carried out before they embarked on a two months recess. The sudden approval may not be unconnected with the desire of the Federal Government to settle the former workers of the defunct carrier to pave the way…

Air Peace launches Monrovia, Abuja-Accra services August 6

Posted on July 25, 2018 by Wole Shadare

Air Peace has announced plans to commence flight services from Lagos and Abuja to Roberts International Airport, Monrovia and from Abuja to Kotoka International Airport, Accra on August 6. The development is coming days after the airline secured the renewal of its International Air Transport Association Operation Safety Audit (IOSA) certificate. A statement issued by the airline’s Corporate Communications Manager, Mr. Chris Iwarah said the new routes were part of the third phase of the…

We shall deliver on national carrier, Sirika assures

Posted on July 24, 2018July 24, 2018 by Wole Shadare

Dear Nigerians Since the very successful unveiling of the national carrier name and logo at the Farnborough Airshow and the wide acclaim of Nigerians and Investors, a few nameless and named Nigerians have unfortunately gone to social media to spread falsehood about the national carrier project. Constructive criticism is the hallmark of democracy but spreading falsehoods does our nation and people no good service. The current campaign of falsehood, unfortunately reminds me of what happened…

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