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Ibom Air hosts travel agents, strengthens pact

Posted on by Wole Shadare
Ibom Air hosts travel agents, strengthens pact

  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),…

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Ibom Air projects N150 billion revenue for 2025, says CEO

Posted on by Wole Shadare
Ibom Air projects N150 billion revenue for 2025, says CEO

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…

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

Posted on by Wole Shadare
ValueJet opens Banjul, West Africa’s hidden gem to adventure

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…

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

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

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…

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

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

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…

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

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

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…

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

Posted on by Wole Shadare
Airline industry not cash cow, IATA knocks group’s proposal for domestic revenue drive for developing nations

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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SAA promotes routes beyond Johannesburg, showcases Mauritius

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SAA promotes routes beyond Johannesburg, showcases Mauritius

In line with repositioning itself as a network carrier promoting routes beyond Johannesburg, South African Airways (SAA) recently organised a Networking lunch with Top CEO’s of the travel trade and showcasing Mauritius as a potential holiday and special activities destination for Nigerian travellers. Expressing excitement about the Mauritius route, Mrs. Leke Bamtefa, SAA’s Country Manager, said, “Today’s event is about exposing our top travel trade partners to the various opportunities that abound in Mauritius as…

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Arik Debt: Amid Drama, Cross-Examination Of Jega, Ex-AMCON ED Continues In October

Posted on by Wole Shadare
Arik Debt: Amid Drama, Cross-Examination Of Jega, Ex-AMCON ED Continues In October

Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos State, on Tuesday adjourned the trial of Ahmed Kuru, a former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), and four others over alleged fraud amounting to N76 billion and $31.5 million. She adjourned the case till October 15 and 17, 2025. Ahmed Kuru is facing trial alongside Capt. Roy Ilegbodu, Managing Director of Arik Air; Kamilu Omokide, Receiver Manager of…

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Reprieve as dry-lease option beckons for carriers

Posted on by Wole Shadare
Reprieve as dry-lease option beckons for carriers

Prospecting in the African continent is difficult ostensibly operating with barely enough working capital. With the Federal Government’s softening of the ground again for dry-leases, WOLE SHADARE writes that it is imperative to take advantage of these lease arrangements to empower Nigerian airlines Reprieve Nigerian airlines face a huge reprieve from aircraft lessors as they are prepared to return to  favourable aircraft lease arrangements with dry leases. The willing carriers are set to return to a cost-effective way…

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