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European, Middle East Airlines, others foray into African market with codeshare deals with continent’s airlines

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Wole Shadare

European, Middle East and American airlines have begun to see Africa as a fertile ground for airline business as they begin to ink codeshare pacts with the continent’s airlines to expand their operations in the region. The latest pact is the one involving Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Türkiye. The carrier has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence on the African continent. The agreement, which will take…

Enugu Air upsets the apple cart amid seat glut

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The launch of Enugu Air last week is bringing back optimism that, despite the gloom of the past, a few persons and institutions are still willing to invest in the aviation industry, which is expected to bring back some lost jobs and stimulate the sector again, writes WOLE SHADARE The launch of Enugu Air, a state-owned airline, has added to the number of airlines in Nigeria. Enugu Air is like a fable; a story…

Air Peace aircraft skids off Port Harcourt airport runway

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Wole Shadare

An Air Peace aircraft with flight number P47190 veered off the runway on Sunday morning while landing at the Port Harcourt International Airport. It is not yet clear what caused the incident, but available information claims there were no casualties. The flight, which originated at the domestic wing of the Murtala Mohammed Airport in Lagos, ran into the incident on touchdown at the destination. Air Peace management confirmed in a release signed by its…

Ibom Air hosts travel agents, strengthens pact

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Wole Shadare

In a continued effort to strengthen its relationships with key industry stakeholders, Ibom Air today hosted a Travel Agents Forum on Friday, bringing together representatives from across the travel and tourism ecosystem for a robust roundtable conversation. The forum, held at Bon Hotel, Ikeja, convened travel agents, high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), and representatives of prominent travel and tourism bodies including the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA), Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN),…

Ibom Air projects N150 billion revenue for 2025, says CEO

Posted on July 11, 2025July 11, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Meets travel partners Why delays, cancellations dangerous for airlines The Chief Executive Officer of Ibom Air, George Uriesi, has again lamented the difficulties airlines face that lead to flight delays, rescheduling, and cancellations, explaining that being an airline in Nigeria is extremely challenging and dangerous for the growth of the carriers. Flight delays in Nigeria are indeed causing serious problems, reaching a point where they are being described as taking on a dangerous…

ValueJet opens Banjul, West Africa’s hidden gem to adventure

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Wole Shadare

ValueJet, airline of choice for travellers to Banjul When Titi, a travel enthusiast, first saw the picture of Banjul on her friend’s social media profile, her curiosity about travelling to the city intensified. The white-sand beaches, colourful marketplaces, colonial-era architecture, and serenity she hadn’t felt in Lagos traffic for months drew her attention. Her curiosity propelled her further. “Where is this paradise?” Her friend replied, “Banjul, Gambia. I flew there with ValueJet’s direct flight…

X-raying issues, gains of $300 helicopter levy controversy

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Wole Shadare

By Wole Shadare No end in sight The last may not have been heard about the helicopter levy introduced by Naebi Dynamic Concept Limited and approved by the Federal Government. There is no end in sight to the controversy generated by the introduction of a $300 helicopter landing levy for oil and gas companies. The Federal Government under former President Muhammadu Buhari had, through the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, introduced the…

NCAA: Enugu Air unveiling, operation ‘ill ensure fair competition, promote local airlines’ growth

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The unveiling of Enugu Air by the government of Enugu State has elicited excitement among the people of the state and air travellers with many of them saying the setting up of the airline would help to open the space and offer more choices to the travelling public with a view to engendering competition and leading to competitive fares on the route. Few airlines operate services to the heart of the Eastern region, and those…

Delta unveils new premium lounge at Lagos Airport, to deploy A350-900, A330-900neo, on U.S. routes October 1

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Delta Air Lines is enhancing the travel experience for customers flying between Nigeria and the U.S. with a series of significant upgrades that underscore the airline’s long-term commitment to the region. Beginning July 1, Delta customers departing from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) have been enjoying newly renovated premium lounge space, designed to deliver a more elevated and comfortable ground experience. As part of its continued investment in the transatlantic journey, Delta will also introduce…

Airline industry not cash cow, IATA knocks group’s proposal for domestic revenue drive for developing nations

Posted on July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed its deep disappointment at the recommendation of the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force (GSLTF) to target air transportation with its aim to “improve domestic revenue mobilization of developing countries and support international solidarity (in particular with regards to climate change mitigation and adaptation, pandemics and other development challenges).” A visibly upset Director-General of IATA, Willie Walsh said the airline industry is an economic catalyst, not a cash…

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