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SIFAX Group has appointed a former Managing Director of Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc, Mr Basil Agboarumi as the new Executive Director of corporate and Inter-governmental Affairs of SIFAX Group, SIFAX is one of the leading business conglomerates in Nigeria with investments in Maritime, Aviation, Oil & Gas, Haulage & Logistics, Financial Services, and Hospitality. Agboarumi recently completed his term as the Managing Director/CEO of the Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc. (SAHCO Plc.), one of…
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The Board of the Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC, has confirmed the appointment of Adegbesan Abiodun as Executive Director of Finance and Administration. Abiodun Olugbenga Adegbesan is a highly accomplished seasoned professional in the realms of Accounting and Finance, boasting a wealth of qualifications and a career spanning over thirty years. The foundation for his career commenced with a BSc (Hons) in Accounting from the University of Ilorin in 1989, followed by an MBA…
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Qatar Airways, the unprecedented seven-time winner of the Skytrax ‘World’s Best Airline’ award, on Tuesday announced its partnership with Access Bank to offer the bank’s customers across Africa exclusive discounts on flights – embodying its commitment to enhancing air transport accessibility and convenience. In efforts to ease financial barriers to air travel, the multiple award-winning airline will offer a 12 per cent discount on both business and economy class tickets to Access Bank customers who…
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In celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day, Dana Air proudly announces its support for the One Million Man Walk and Pan African HeforShe Summit by the African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO) on the 6th and 7th of March in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The walk which is to raise awareness and eliminate gender-based violence, a major public health problem, marks a significant moment in advocating for inclusive decision-making and the advancement of women…
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African aviation received a major boost as the continent’s air safety recorded a significant improvement. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in its 2023 Annual Safety Report for Global Aviation stated that the accident rate improved from 10.88 per million sectors in 2022 to 6.38 in 2023. The continent according to IATA posted a better safety record than the 5-year average of 7.11 with no fatalities, highlighting that Africa has had no passenger jet hull losses or fatal accidents since 2020. The…
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Royal Caribbean Nigeria is not just setting sail; it is setting a new standard in the travel industry, overcoming challenges, and exceeding expectations. Reflecting on its journey, the company celebrated the pioneers of cruise holidays at a vibrant ceremony in Lagos. Honouring travel agents and promoters of cruise holidays, the event at the Lagos Intercontinental Hotel recognized those who have consistently championed Royal Caribbean cruises in Nigeria. Notable awardees include Travelers Haven, Aviator Travels, Travelkulture…
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In continuation of his excellence in the provision of world-class infrastructure and service delivery, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) at the weekend bagged two outstanding awards at NIGAV’s 13th Nigerian Aviation Award and Ministerial Dinner. The awards are a confirmation of MMA2 as the best privately owned airport terminal in Nigeria and perhaps the best airport terminal in the country. MMA2 was honoured with two prestigious awards,…
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In a bid to bolster security across the country and airspace safety, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) is solidifying its cooperation with the Nigerian Air Force. The Managing Director of NAMA, Engr. Ahmed Umar Farouk on Thursday engaged with the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar on the need for deepening collaboration during a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Air Force chief at the Nigerian Air Force headquarters in Abuja. Farouk affirmed…
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Passenger traffic shrinks, carriers lament A sharp reduction in the number of people that travel within the country and the harsh economic reality may have unwillingly forced airlines to adjust fares downward despite the myriad of challenges the carriers are faced with. Fares which jumped astronomically in July 2023 from N50,000 to between N80,000 and N100,000 for a way trip to Lagos from Abuja or to Lagos to Port-Harcourt have reverted to N65,000…
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