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Kila Debunks ‘Fake Professorship’ Claims, Moves to Court

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Kila Debunks ‘Fake Professorship’ Claims, Moves to Court

Professor Anthony Kila has rejected a Premium Times report describing him as a “fake professor”, calling the characterisation inaccurate, misleading and damaging to his reputation and professional standing. In a statement responding to the 3 October 2026 publication, Kila said: “For the avoidance of doubt, I am a professor, and I stand by the title and the professional and academic credentials on which it is based.” He said the report reflected what he described as…

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FAAN sparks Next-Gen interest with NYSC, high school aviation career programme

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FAAN sparks Next-Gen interest with NYSC, high school aviation career programme

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has taken a decisive step toward closing the future talent gap in the aviation sector by hosting its New Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Training Programme in Lagos. Designed to expose youth to the vast ecosystem of aviation careers beyond traditional flight deck and cabin crew roles, the initiative brought together members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) alongside students from MMA Secondary School, Air Force Secondary…

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FAAN targets seamless travel at MMIA with Biometric gates, digital upgrades

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FAAN targets seamless travel at MMIA with Biometric gates, digital upgrades

The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Onabanjo-Kuku, has laid out a bold vision for a completely overhauled MMIA, one defined not just by reinforced structures and modern architecture, but by smart technology, biometric precision, and contactless operations. Speaking on the sidelines of the just-concluded 35th Airport Council International (ACI-Africa) in Abuja, she said, “We are reimagining the future of MMIA.   “This is far more than a physical…

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United Nigeria Airlines headlines 2026 Ndigboamaka traders cup

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United Nigeria Airlines headlines 2026 Ndigboamaka traders cup

United Nigeria Airlines has expanded its corporate social responsibility portfolio by securing the headline sponsorship for the third edition of the Ndigboamaka Traders Cup 2026. The football tournament, designed to bring together traders across 58 major commercial hubs in Lagos State, was officially announced on Monday during a press conference in Lagos. The tournament—themed “Unity, Enterprise, and Healthy Living”—is set to kick off on October 8 and run for six weeks. It will culminate in…

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How market dynamics made flying accessible again

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How market dynamics made flying accessible again

The aviation industry is proving once again that market forces are the ultimate equaliser. While high operational costs, macroeconomic pressures, and currency shifts remain real challenges, the injection of vigorous competition has broken the cycle of unchecked fare hikes, writes WOLE SHADARE For years, traversing the Nigerian airspace felt like an expensive luxury reserved strictly for corporate executives, government officials, and the affluent.   A single one-way domestic ticket on high-density routes like Lagos–Abuja or Port…

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Minister: Competition, increased seat capacity driving down airfares

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Minister: Competition, increased seat capacity driving down airfares

…Nigeria leads SAATM push The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has attributed the recent downward moderation in domestic airfares to an influx of aircraft capacity and surging passenger traffic, which together have fostered a healthier, competitive market. Speaking on the sidelines of the recently concluded Airports Council International (ACI) Africa Conference in Abuja, Keyamo admitted that airfares have dropped significantly from the peak levels witnessed during the December–January high-demand period. He…

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Ground handlers freeze XEJet operations over N300m unpaid debt, warn other carriers

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Ground handlers freeze XEJet operations over N300m unpaid debt, warn other carriers

Ground handling services for indigenous carrier XEJet Airlines came to a sudden halt on Monday after the Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria (AGHAN) directed its members to immediately withdraw all ramp support and handling operations over an outstanding debt of about N300 million. The sudden blackout has thrown XEJet’s daily operations into disarray, leaving passenger baggage handling and aircraft ramp services stranded. To cushion the immediate impact, the airline scrambled emergency measures, including diverting…

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Airline operators threaten shutdown as unions defend ₦15bn picketing action

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Airline operators threaten shutdown as unions defend ₦15bn picketing action

Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) said that should the events of August 11, 2026, when Air Peace Airlines was picketed over the alleged failure to remit statutory Ticket Sales Charge (TSC) and Cargo Sales Charge (CSC) of 5 per cent, be repeated against any domestic airline, all airline operators will shut down operations. In a communique issued by Nigerian airlines under the AON at the end of its general meeting held on September 23, 2026,…

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SAHCO elevates inclusive aviation services with landmark AmbuLift acquisition

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SAHCO elevates inclusive aviation services with landmark AmbuLift acquisition

  Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC (SAHCO) has significantly raised the bar for inclusive passenger handling in Nigeria’s aviation industry by acquiring and deploying a state-of-the-art, high-capacity AmbuLift. With this strategic move, SAHCO becomes the sole aviation ground handling company in Nigeria to own and operate this specialised equipment. Designed to deliver safe, dignified, and seamless embarkation and disembarkation services for Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM), including wheelchair users and stretcher-bound passengers, the AmbuLift features…

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2027 Aviation Hall of Fame: NAMA boss Farouk Umar, pioneer MD, Ibrahim Auyo nominated for induction

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2027 Aviation Hall of Fame: NAMA boss Farouk Umar, pioneer MD, Ibrahim Auyo nominated for induction

As preparations for the 2027 edition of the Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) gain momentum, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed Umar, has been officially notified of his selection for induction into the prestigious body. In a press statement signed by NAMA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Dr Abdullahi Musa, the agency said Umar was nominated in recognition of his transparent…

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