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FAAN applies strategy to tackle over N3 trillion airport infrastructure deficit

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FAAN applies strategy to tackle over N3 trillion airport infrastructure deficit

The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Olubunmi Kuku said the agency is taking a bigger, bolder approach to fixing decrepit infrastructure at the country’s airports that had been left for so long. She noted that the infrastructure gaps at airports that stakeholders put at more than N3 trillion won’t change overnight. Kuku who spoke at the Business Breakfast Meeting put together by the Aviation Safety Round Table Initiative (ASRTI) in…

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NCAA: How FAAN closed 165 gaps to get Abuja, Lagos airports recertification

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NCAA: How FAAN closed 165 gaps to get Abuja, Lagos airports recertification

…To commence second phase exercise for other aerodromes   The Acting Director-General of Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo said the renewal of the aerodrome certificates for Lagos and Abuja airports – marks an important milestone in the country’s journey towards achieving excellence in aviation safety and security. He, however, disclosed that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) got the recertification for the Lagos and Abuja airports after closing 136 items or…

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FAAN’s pension liability hits over N200 billion, may hamper concession

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FAAN’s pension liability hits over N200 billion, may hamper concession

Expert backs national carrier, says country’s aviation market eroded    The inability of the workers of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to join the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) scheme in 2004 has pushed the pension liability of the agency to over N200 billion.  The National President of Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN) and President of Joint Aviation Trade Union’s Forum (JATUF) Ilitrus Ahmadu who spoke to Aviation Metric on Thursday at…

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FAAN to eliminate complex check-in procedure at airports

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FAAN to eliminate complex check-in procedure at airports

…Partners IATA The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Kuku has emphasised that the continuous improvement of security protocols is a top priority for the agency, particularly in an evolving global aviation landscape where safety is paramount. This is coming as she called on enhanced collaboration between the authority and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to strengthen and promote the sustainable growth of Nigeria’s aviation industry. Kuku explained…

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Why FAAN restricts cargo operations to designated areas, imposes N5000 non-compliant levy-Orah

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Why FAAN restricts cargo operations to designated areas, imposes N5000 non-compliant levy-Orah

   Dismisses extortion allegation of officers The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has called on cargo agents travellers and all people dealing in cargo to restrict their cargo operations to designated cargo areas by utilizing proper vehicles, and personnel and to pay the necessary levies. FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs. Obiageli Orah in a statement on Tuesday said FAAN’s cargo policies are designed to ensure adherence to international best practices,…

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FAAN, committee to grow air cargo business in Nigeria

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FAAN, committee to grow air cargo business in Nigeria

The Directorate of Cargo Development Services at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Olalekan Thomas said the purpose of its establishment is to grow air cargo in Nigeria and subsequently contribute its fair share to the economy and move Nigeria’s position as part of the leading exporting nations in Africa. He stated this when the aviacargo committee stated this when its members paid a courtesy visit to the headquarters of the Nigerian Agricultural Quarantine…

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Airports transformation ‘ll boost positive image for Nigeria, says FAAN MD

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Airports transformation ‘ll boost positive image for Nigeria, says FAAN MD

The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria ( FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Kuku said the deliberate transformations ongoing at Nigerian airports are geared towards enhancing passengers’ experience and boosting a positive image of Nigeria. According to Kuku who spoke during a courtesy visit to her office by the Yinka Folami-led executive Council of the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA), the key transformation ecosystem also consists of zero tolerance against activities inimical…

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Amid airport security challenges, FAAN commissions 120 AVSEC officers at int’l aerodromes

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Amid airport security challenges, FAAN commissions 120 AVSEC officers at int’l aerodromes

Special force to bear arms   In line with global practice and part of the mission to beef up security at the nation’s airports, the Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku commissioned 120 officers of the Aviation  Security  ( AVSEC) Special Force to international airports across the country. The Special Force has been trained to bear arms as part of the mission to beef up security at the…

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NAMA, FAAN, NCAA lack legal framework to impose $300 helicopter fees, says AON

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NAMA, FAAN, NCAA lack legal framework to impose $300 helicopter fees, says AON

In what may be termed rather a late reaction to the imposition of $300 helicopter take-off and landing fees, the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has rejected the new directive, saying that apart from the fact that it lacked a legal framework, they are of the view that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) does not provide any additional service to helicopter operators to justify the imposition of the fee at all helipads, oil rig…

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How access to data undermines Africa’s aviation sector, says Avialog CEO

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How access to data undermines Africa’s aviation sector, says Avialog CEO

The Lack of accurate data has negatively impacted the continent’s aviation industry. This was the view of the chairman and Chief executive officer of Avialog Company Limited, Dr. Richard Aisuebeogun at the just concluded 12th Aviation Stakeholders and Safety Summit Convention put together by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), Flight Safety Foundation and hosted by Ethiopian Airlines in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Aisuebeogun noted that there is a need for all the players in the industry…

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