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Dana Air To Invest In Newer Aircraft, CEO Meets Keyamo

Posted on June 1, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Dana Air, one of Nigeria’s leading airlines has announced a significant step forward in its journey towards a vibrant resurgence in the aviation sector. The CEO of Dana Air, Jacky Hathiramani disclosed this recently in Abuja during a crucial meeting with the Honorable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo. According to the CEO, Dana Air has made significant progress in its commitment to revitalize its operations and the Board of the airline is…

Dana’s audit commences, disengages staff, holds talks with lessors

Posted on May 11, 2024May 11, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Dana Air’s operations which operations were suspended first by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo and later by the Acting Director-General of Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt Chris Najomo has given an update about the audit it is currently undergoing with the relevant aviation authorities. The carrier in a statement said the audit, currently underway, is a collaborative effort between it and the authorities to ensure compliance with all necessary standards…

Just in:Minister orders Dana Air’s suspension over safety concerns

Posted on April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 by Wole Shadare

…NCAA to audit airline The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has ordered the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to suspend Dana’s operations, which aircraft was involved in a runway incident on Tuesday. The Minister in a letter to the NCAA dated April 24, 2024 and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Emmanuel Meribole said the suspension was for the aviation regulatory to carry out a comprehensive audit on…

IWD: Dana Bags Gender-Friendly Airline Award, Supports One Million Man Walk for Women

Posted on March 3, 2024March 3, 2024 by Wole Shadare

In celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day, Dana Air proudly announces its support for the One Million Man Walk and Pan African HeforShe Summit by the African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO) on the 6th and 7th of March in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The walk which is to raise awareness and eliminate gender-based violence, a major public health problem, marks a significant moment in advocating for inclusive decision-making and the advancement of women…

Dana takes delivery of aircraft from maintenance, named most innovative airline

Posted on December 24, 2023December 24, 2023 by Wole Shadare

Dana Air has been named the Most Innovative Airline of the year 2023 at the prestigious Nigerian Business Leadership Awards held at the Landmark Events Center in Lagos. The Nigerian Business Leadership Awards, renowned for celebrating outstanding business leaders, organizations, and individuals, focuses on recognizing entities that excel through innovative products, excellent services, and visionary executive leadership. The selection process for the Most Innovative Airline of the Year involved a thorough assessment conducted by the…

Dana restates commitment to breast cancer awareness in Nigeria

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Wole Shadare

Dana Air has restated its commitment to raising awareness for breast cancer in Nigeria. The airline in a statement by its Head of Corporate Communications Kingsley Ezenwa said: This month serves as a poignant reminder regarding the significance of early detection practices alongside education initiatives and support systems for those impacted by breast cancer as we fight together to overcome this disease.” Dana Air prioritizes the well-being of its passengers and community, and we are…

Safety consciousness: Plaudits for Dana pilots

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Wole Shadare

A Dana Air pilot, Captain Abiodun Lawal, and First Officer Toluwase Oluwani have been commended for landing safely after a go-around in Abuja due to bad weather. The captain of the Dana Air flight 9J355 from Lagos to Abuja with over 140 passengers on approach had to initiate a go-around which is a safety procedure when the conditions for landing aren’t good enough. In a trending video, the visibly elated passengers were seen taking pictures…