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Why $447 million not much for Lagos terminal 1 reconstruction, other facilities-Minister

Posted on by Wole Shadare
Why $447 million not much for Lagos terminal 1 reconstruction, other facilities-Minister

Kano, Abuja, P’H int’l terminal grossly underutilised with less than 30% traffic BPE scrutinised, fixed cost   The Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, built to facilitate nearly 600,000 annual passenger traffic, has been over-stretched, coupled with decrepit facilities that have made air travel cumbersome despite all palliative measures over the years to give it a facelift. The terminal currently processes more than 12 million international and regional passengers annually; a situation that puts pressure on…

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Aviation workers to down tools over NAMA unimplemented salary adjustment

Posted on by Wole Shadare
Aviation workers to down tools over NAMA unimplemented salary adjustment

Management and the entire workers, be it contract staff and bona fide career public servants on the nominal roll of staff with the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, NAMA, have been put on notice of an impending total strike proposed to begin in seven days. According to a statement jointly signed by all four workers’ unions in the nation’s aviation sector, a seven-day notice of ultimatum has already been issued and served by all the unions’…

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IATA: Competition from European, Middle East carriers shrinks African carriers’ demand to 0.3%

Posted on by Wole Shadare
IATA: Competition from European, Middle East carriers shrinks African carriers’ demand to 0.3%

The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) latest analysis of the passenger air transport market, based on capacity (supply) and traffic (demand) data worldwide and by region for June 2025, indicated that African airlines experienced a 0.3% year-over-year decrease in demand. Capacity was up 0.3% year-on-year. The load factor was 74.6% (-0.5 ppt compared to June 2024). The decline in African load factor, according to the clearing house for over 350 global airlines, may be due to increased…

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IATA: Despite improvement, Africa’s air safety rating lags behind global average

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IATA: Despite improvement, Africa’s air safety rating lags behind global average

2024 runway excursions most prevalent among Africa’s 10 reported accidents High taxes, charges highest in Africa, destroy travel demands, flays $1trapped funds   The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged African governments to prioritise aviation as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation, connectivity, and social development by enhancing safety, reducing the cost burden, and resolving the issue of blocked airline funds. According to IATA, on average, the effective implementation rate for ICAO SARPS is…

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Regulator gives 2026 deadline for airport certification compliance

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Regulator gives 2026 deadline for airport certification compliance

The Director of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards, Godwin Balang, has given a January 2026 deadline for airport certification and compliance across all Nigerian aerodromes. He stated that operating uncertified airports is no longer acceptable under Nigeria’s aviation laws or international safety protocols. Speaking recently about his transition from the NCAA’s Directorate of Airworthiness Standards to Aerodrome and Airspace Standards, Balang disclosed troubling gaps in oversight. He said the regulatory body was beaming its searchlight on…

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MRO: Ageing fleet creates significant market opportunity for Nigeria, Africa’s market

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MRO: Ageing fleet creates significant market opportunity for Nigeria, Africa’s market

Africa has the oldest fleet average age of any continent in the world. The global average is six years, while in Africa it is 17 years and above. This creates significant aircraft maintenance demands as older ones require more frequent and comprehensive inspection activities to ensure safe operations, writes WOLE SHADARE Nigerian airlines face significant challenges in the area of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), primarily due to the lack of adequate local facilities. This forces…

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FAAN, NAMA report quashes Lufthansa’s crew claim over ‘unaware’ damaged Abuja runway

Posted on by Wole Shadare
FAAN, NAMA report quashes Lufthansa’s crew claim over ‘unaware’ damaged Abuja runway

There are indications that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) duly notified all airlines through a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) of a section of damaged section of the Abuja airport runway, which was supposed to keep airlines away for some time pending the repair of the bad portion. Lufthansa German Airlines’ A330 aircraft bound for Frankfurt last week was reportedly forced to offload 45 passengers. According to…

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Air Peace hosts strategic leadership, customer experience for management team

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Air Peace hosts strategic leadership, customer experience for management team

Air Peace has convened a high-level strategic leadership and customer experience transformation retreat for its management team. This, according to the airline, is a bold step to strengthen its leadership culture and enhance customer experience delivery The three-day intellectual retreat, held from July 25 to July 27, 2025, took place in Ikeja. Organised in partnership with the Lagos-based consulting powerhouse, Ricchezza Capital Advisors Ltd, the retreat brought together top minds and seasoned professionals to challenge…

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FAAN, firm sign strategic pact on human capital development

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FAAN, firm sign strategic pact on human capital development

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reached a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to deliver on the six-point agenda of the Managing Director/Chief Executive, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku. In a landmark move toward global training excellence, the FAAN Training School has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ATOM Training Services, a world-class aviation training institute based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The agreement marks a major step forward in enhancing the capacity…

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NSIB partners FRSC, strengthen transport safety

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NSIB partners FRSC, strengthen transport safety

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has strengthened its commitment to improving road safety through a strategic partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two agencies today aims to broaden safety investigations across all modes of transport, including road, aviation, maritime, and railway. This collaborative action is poised to elevate the standards of safety, addressing critical areas such as enforcement and real-time response to…

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