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NCAA invites Ibom Air crew, passenger, conveys emergency stakeholders meeting over airport incident

Posted on August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has invited Ms. Comfort Emmanson and a member of the Ibom Air cabin crew, Juliana Edward, for further investigation into a reported incident aboard an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos on August 10. This was disclosed by the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, during a question-and-answer session at the Emergency National Civil Aviation Security Committee and Stakeholders Meeting held on Tuesday in…

NCAA asks AGF, IGP to prosecute KWAM 1 over safety violation

Posted on August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Writes airlines, activates no-fly list against musician The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Inspector-General of Police to launch a thorough investigation into the incident involving musician, King Wasiu Omagbolahan Olasunkanmi Adewale Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate and domestic airline ValueJet. The incident, which occurred on August 5, 2025, reportedly disrupted standard operational procedures and raised concerns over passenger conduct and airline…

Safety violation: ValueJet removes crew from ‘active duty’, cooperating with NCAA’s probe

Posted on August 6, 2025August 6, 2025 by Wole Shadare

ValueJet said the carrier is fully cooperating with the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) in their ongoing investigation, adding that the crew involved was removed immediately from active duty, pending the outcome of a thorough internal review and investigation that has commenced to understand the root cause and prevent any recurrence. The airline in a statement acknowledged the seriousness of the incident, noting that the carrier operates under strict adherence to regulatory procedures and international…

NCAA suspends ValueJet pilots’ licenses over pre-departure clearance violation

Posted on August 5, 2025August 5, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Two ValueJet pilots’ licenses have been suspended by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) for what it described as a serious breach of aviation safety protocols at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The pilots were said to have “commenced departure procedures from the designated bay without adhering to the mandatory pre-departure clearance protocols.” NCAA’s Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, in a statement issued late Tuesday, confirmed receiving reports of the violation…

NCAA, ICAO begin workshop on USAP-CMA

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Wole Shadare

In a renewed effort to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation security framework, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), in partnership with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), has commenced a five-day national quality control workshop for the Universal Security Audit Programme Continuous Monitoring Approach (USAP-CMA). The technical workshop, which kicked off on Monday, July 21, 2025, at the NCAA’s Lagos Regional Office, aims to sharpen the country’s Aviation Security (AVSEC) oversight system by addressing audit findings and…

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

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Wole Shadare

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…

Rano airplane suffers engine failure, smoke in cabin, flight deck mid air

Posted on June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 by Wole Shadare

A Rano aircraft with registration number 5N-BZY experienced failure on its engine 1 as smoke was noticed in the cabin and flight deck. Oxygen masks were donned. The appropriate safety protocols were initiated on the ground for landing. Smoke dissipated. The pilot safely landed the aircraft without incident. The NCAA Directorate of Airworthiness instructed that the aircraft remain grounded until the conclusion of investigations. The NCAA noted that the rescue aircraft that was to airlift…

NCAA backs solution to resolve travel challenges

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has endorsed the unveiling of a client-based solution unveiled by a consortium to resolve challenges associated with travel, in particular re-protection for passengers triggered by operational, weather-related related and other infractions. The new solution, “Introducing Propel Re protection System”, is a unique tech-powered platform designed to help Nigerian carriers re-protect passengers when flight disruptions occur. According to the promoters Propel Reprotection, happens easily and airlines can effect passengers’ transfer…

‘How poor airfield regulation endangers sector’

Posted on April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 by Wole Shadare

NCAA sets Jan 1 2026 for sanction against erring airstrip operators The Director General of Nigerian Civil Aviation, Captain Chris Najomo has pointed out that international and regional aviation bodies now recognize that a poorly regulated operational environment can endanger the entire industry. He spoke against the backdrop of some operators of airstrips that are not safety compliant, adding that out of 92 airstrips scattered all over the country, only a few are safety…

NCAA threatens to fine, suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has expressed concern over the actions of foreign airlines it accused of selling tickets to passengers only to airlift them halfway their destinations and deport them back to Nigeria. It stated that it had received several complaints about the issue that has caused pain to travellers. The authority has however warned that any airline found to be engaging in such practices will be subject to regulatory action, including but…

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