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Turkish Airlines: Redefining Journey Between Nigeria and the World

Posted on April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 by Wole Shadare

For many Nigerian travellers, flying is no longer just about reaching a destination; it is about the quality of the journey itself. On its Lagos and Abuja routes, Turkish Airlines combines global connectivity via Istanbul with a service philosophy rooted in Turkish hospitality, creating a refined and thoughtfully designed travel experience. A Refined Service Approach on Nigeria Routes The OneTeam Passionately Turkish framework on Nigerian flights emphasises proactive engagement, visible presence, and thoughtful interaction. Cabin…

Minister urges AON to halt operations shutdown, summons emergency meeting

Posted on April 17, 2026 by Wole Shadare

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has appealed to the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) to rescind their planned nationwide shutdown of operations scheduled for Monday, April 20, 2026. The Minister’s intervention follows a final appeal issued by domestic airlines, who cited an unbearable and unsustainable300% increase in the price of aviation fuel (Jet A1) within just two months. The operators stated that Jet A1 prices jumped from N900/litre on February 28…

SAHCo takes operations to Ogun Airport, State Backs Firm

Posted on April 13, 2026April 13, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc has reaffirmed its leadership in Nigeria’s aviation industry as the sole ground handling service provider at the commissioning of the newly completed Gateway International Airport at Iperu, Ogun State Airport by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The historic commissioning marks a significant milestone in the development of aviation infrastructure in Nigeria, positioning Ogun State as a strategic hub for passenger and cargo operations. SAHCO’s appointment as the exclusive ground handler…

BASL: Why we adjusted parking tariff

Posted on April 13, 2026April 13, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2), disclosed that the decision to adjust the parking tariffs comes after a comprehensive review of its operational costs and a commitment to maintaining the world-class standards that MMA2 is known for. The firm further stated that the decision was implemented strictly as an operational measure to address severe congestion, discourage long-term vehicle abandonment, and restore parking availability for legitimate airport users. …

Turkish Airlines overhauls leadership, appoints Prof Seker Board chairman, Olmuştur CEO

Posted on April 12, 2026April 12, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Turkish Airlines has implemented changes in its executive management structure. In line with the airline’s corporate objectives, new appointments have been made to the Board of Directors and to the CEO position. Prof. Murat Şeker, who has served in critical roles for many years, including finance, treasury, and investor relations, as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the national flag carrier, has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee of Turkish…

Turkish Airlines Adds Timișoara As Fourth Destination In Romania

Posted on April 2, 2026April 2, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, has launched flights to Timișoara, marking its fourth destination in Romania following Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, and Constanța. The launch of Timişoara flights, scheduled as five weekly frequencies, has increased the flag carrier’s total weekly flight frequency in the country to 47. An inauguration ceremony was held at Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, attended by Turkish Airlines and Airport executives, emphasising the significance of the…

Qatar Airways Rebuilds Flight Schedules For African Routes, Others

Posted on April 1, 2026April 1, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Qatar Airways has published its latest revised schedule, reflecting the gradual increase in flights to and from Doha to more than 120 destinations across the airline’s global network by mid-May 2026. All flights to and from Doha continue to operate through dedicated flight corridors established in close coordination with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority. The carrier noted that flight schedules are subject to change or cancellation due to operational, regulatory, safety, or other circumstances beyond…

Air Peace Transitions From Occasional Charters To Monthly Non-Stop Flights To The Caribbean

Posted on March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 by Wole Shadare

In what appears to be a major milestone for trans-Atlantic connectivity, Nigeria’s flag carrier airline, Air Peace, has indeed solidified its presence in the Caribbean, transitioning from occasional charters to a more structured monthly commercial schedule. This initiative makes Air Peace the first airline in West and Central Africa to offer nonstop flights to the Caribbean, significantly reducing travel time by avoiding traditional layovers in the United States or the United Kingdom. The service primarily…

ValueJet to begin Accra operations, March 30th

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Wole Shadare

All is now set for the launch of ValueJet’s Lagos-Accra-Lagos flights. The inaugural flight is scheduled for March 30th 2026. This is coming as the carrier moves forward with its regional expansion. Flights will depart from the new terminal at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, daily at 8:00 am, with return flights from Accra to Lagos by 9:00 am, and passengers can now book at www.flyvaluejet.com This expansion follows the successful launch of its first international…

Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame holds 2nd edition

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Wole Shadare

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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