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Prof Anthony Kila begins weekly aviation column, ‘Sky Signals’ for Aviation Metric

Posted on May 8, 2026May 8, 2026 by Wole Shadare

The launch of “Sky Signals” by Prof. Anthony Kila is a defining moment for Aviation Metric, signalling a shift from routine industry reporting to high-level strategic discourse. The prospect of Kila contributing to Aviation Metric is a powerful alignment of industry expertise and specialised media. Given his history as a Jean Monnet Professor of Strategy and Development and his role at the Commonwealth Institute of Advanced and Professional Studies (CIAPS), his insights would bring a high-level academic and strategic rigour to the platform….

The Truth Behind “High Aviation Charges”: Why Nigeria Must Be Judged Fairly

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Wole Shadare

By Henry Agbebire The recent classification of Nigeria by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as one of the countries with aviation charges above the global average has triggered an expected reaction. It is a headline that fits neatly into a long-standing narrative, depicting Africa as expensive, Nigeria as difficult, and airlines as victims. But like many global generalisations, the truth is far more instructive and complex. IATA is not entirely wrong if we consider…

MMA2: How diplomacy succeeded over litigation

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Wole Shadare

For the Nigerian aviation industry, the end of this imbroglio is more than just a settlement; it is the removal of a sovereign risk tag that has kept international airport investors away from the shores for two decades, writes WOLE SHADARE For two decades, the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) stood as both a monument to Nigerian ingenuity and a tombstone for Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). It was a “Cold War” fought not with tanks, but…

₦9bn Debt: Ground Handlers Move to Halt Operations, Airlines Risk Service Disruption

Posted on May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Operators’ silence irks AGHAN The Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria (AGHAN) has escalated its standoff with domestic airlines, moving toward withdrawing services due to an outstanding debt exceeding ₦9 billion. The five major handling companies involved are NAHCO, SAHCO, Butake, Precision, and Swissport. If services are withdrawn, both domestic and international flight operations across Nigeria will face near-total disruption, as these firms provide the critical ground support required for any flight to depart or arrive. Following the expiration of…

Delta workers to benefit from $1.3 billion profit bonus, raise pay for fifth year in a row

Posted on May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Mega carrier, Delta, has announced plans to provide a 4% pay raise to eligible employees worldwide – a significant investment as the airline continues to navigate industry pressures Following a $1.3 billion profit-sharing bonus to employees worldwide this year, Delta is once again investing in our people with a 4% pay raise. This is the fifth consecutive pay raise in the last five years and represents an additional $500 million annual investment in employees. In…

ValueJet Expands Domestic Network with New Lagos–Benin Route

Posted on May 4, 2026 by Wole Shadare

ValueJet has announced the launch of a new domestic route connecting Lagos to Benin City, further strengthening its footprint across Nigeria and improving connectivity to the South-South region. The new Lagos–Benin service will offer passengers more convenient, reliable, and time-saving travel options for both business and leisure, providing a faster and more comfortable alternative to road travel along this busy corridor. Tickets for the route will be available for booking via ValueJet’s official website and…

NUATE decries surge in wet-leasing, labels it threat to Nigerian jobs

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

Seeks overhaul of NAMA’s ageing navigational aids The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has increasingly raised alarms about the prevalence of wet leasing (ACMI: Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance). While wet-leasing offers a quick fix for domestic airlines facing capacity shortages, it is viewed by organised labour as a structural threat to the long-term viability of the Nigerian workforce and the integrity of safety standards. NUATE’s primary concern centres on the systematic displacement…

Exit Aero Contractors Now, NUATE Tells AMCON

Posted on April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 by Wole Shadare

The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has escalated its long-standing grievances over the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) ‘s oversight of Aero Contractors. In a circular issued on Thursday, NUATE President Ben Nnabue raised several critical alarms regarding the airline’s stability and future under the current receivership model. The union’s latest intervention highlights a deepening rift between the workers and the corporation. Nnabue accused AMCON of refusing to provide the capital injections…

“How Airlines’ Collapse Threatens Nigeria’s Wider Economy”

Posted on April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 by Wole Shadare

President of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Alex Nwuba, has highlighted the profound multiplier effect that aviation has on a nation’s economy, particularly in a country like Nigeria. He warned that when an airline collapses, the impact is rarely confined to the company itself; it ripples through several critical sectors. Speaking against the backdrop of the volatility in jet fuel and its implications on the fragile state of Nigerian carriers, the speaker said airline…

IATA: Aviation taxes in Africa are 15% higher than the global average

Posted on April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Accident rate highest among all regions The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has recently intensified its advocacy for African governments to integrate aviation as a pillar of their national economic strategies. Meanwhile, the clearing house for more than 300 global airlines lamented that the cost of doing business in African aviation is high. Removing roadblocks to ease doing business, it noted, is essential for aviation to thrive. A key element of this is the taxes…

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