Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame holds 2nd edition

Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame holds 2nd edition

The Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced the second edition of the induction of industry leaders, slated for May 2026 The principal organiser of NAHF, Mr Wole Shadare, said in a statement in Lagos that the event will be used to recognise aviation professionals’ dedication, achievements and service to the industry. Adeoye and Shadare “This prestigious event will recognise and enshrine the class of visionaries whose contributions have fundamentally shaped the landscape of…

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Singapore-based lessor Avation orders five additional ATR 72-600S

Singapore-based lessor Avation orders five additional ATR 72-600S

Reinforces long-term ATR partnership, reaches 54 net firm aircraft ordered    ATR, the world’s leading regional aircraft manufacturer, today announced that Singapore-based lessor Avation (LON: AVAP) has exercised purchase rights for five ATR 72‑600 aircraft under its long-term framework agreement signed in 2011. Deliveries are scheduled for 2028 and 2029. This latest commitment covers the 50th to 54th ATR aircraft ordered by Avation since the start of its cooperation with ATR 15 years ago. Over…

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NSIB begins Rigasa-Idu railway incident probe

NSIB begins Rigasa-Idu railway incident probe

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation into a railway incident involving a passenger train operating on the Rigasa–Idu rail corridor. The incident occurred at approximately 09:16 hours along the Jere–Asham section near Asham Station in Kaduna State. The section of track where the event occurred is located on a downward gradient. The train, identified as KA2, departed Rigasa Railway Station in Kaduna at the commencement of its scheduled journey to Idu…

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NSIB relocated to presidency by Tinubu

NSIB relocated to presidency by Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has officially approved the relocation of the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) from the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development to the Presidency. This decision, reported today, March 14, 2026, marks the end of a long-standing debate regarding the bureau’s independence. By moving the NSIB to the Presidency—specifically, to report through the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA)—the Federal Government aims to align the agency with global best practices, such as…

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IWD: Najomo affirms equal opportunities for women, celebrate their contributions to aviation 

IWD: Najomo affirms equal opportunities for women, celebrate their contributions to aviation 

The Director-General of the National Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo, has affirmed that women in the Nigeria aviation industry have made giant contributions in the development of the sector as they play vital roles in every facet of aviation — from flight operations and engineering to air traffic management, safety oversight, and regulatory leadership. In a message to celebrate the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD), the DGCA affirmed that the NCAA, under his…

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At last, Enugu Air granted AOC by NCAA

At last, Enugu Air granted AOC by NCAA

This is a significant milestone for the Nigerian aviation landscape as the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) officially presented the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to Enugu Air on Tuesday at its headquarters in Abuja. The certification marks the transition of Enugu Air from an airline operating through a partnership (previously with XE Jet) to a fully independent, certified carrier. The NCAA Director General, Captain Chris Najomo, noted that the airline completed the certification process in…

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Nwosu-Igbo exits FAAN in blaze of glory

Nwosu-Igbo exits FAAN in blaze of glory

  Saturday, March 7, 2026, marked the end of an era at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) as Mrs Ijeoma Blessing Nwosu-Igbo, the General Manager of Public Affairs, officially retired after more than two decades of meritorious service. The “Pen-Down” ceremony held at the FAAN Headquarters in Lagos was described by colleagues and industry stakeholders as a celebratory blaze of glory for a woman who has been a central pillar of aviation communication…

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Turkish Airlines Becomes Launch Partner of Google for Next-Generation Baggage Locating Experience

Turkish Airlines Becomes Launch Partner of Google for Next-Generation Baggage Locating Experience

Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, has entered into a collaboration with Google, marking yet another milestone in its digital transformation journey aimed at enhancing the travel experience for its guests. As a launch partner of Google’s new Find Hub “share item location feature, Turkish Airlines now accepts Find Hub-generated location links as part of its official baggage recovery process, enabling faster and more efficient resolution for guests with misplaced…

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20 Years. One Mission: Make Nigeria’s Travel Trade Unstoppable

20 Years. One Mission: Make Nigeria’s Travel Trade Unstoppable

Nigeria’s travel sector moves millions of passengers annually, but the infrastructure holding it together is often invisible, underfunded, and misunderstood. The gap between demand and capacity has a cost. For twenty years, Finchglow Travels has been absorbing it, pricing the fares that travel agents quote, shouldering the foreign exchange volatility that would otherwise ground small agencies, and negotiating with airlines on behalf of an industry too fragmented to negotiate for itself. Bernard This year, Finchglow…

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ValueJet Expands Lagos–Owerri Route with Daily Flights from March 23, 2026

ValueJet Expands Lagos–Owerri Route with Daily Flights from March 23, 2026

ValueJet has announced the commencement of daily flights between Lagos and Owerri, effective March 23, 2026, strengthening connectivity between Nigeria’s commercial hub and the South-East region. The airline, which currently operates three weekly flights on the Lagos–Owerri route, is increasing frequency to seven flights a week in response to growing passenger demand and the need for more flexible travel options for business and leisure travellers. With this expansion, customers travelling between Lagos and Owerri will…

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