Nigeria

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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FCM Nigeria wins travel industry ‘Oscars’ as Nigeria’s leading Travel Management Company at World Travel awards

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FCM Nigeria wins travel industry ‘Oscars’ as Nigeria’s leading Travel Management Company at World Travel awards

In a remarkable testament to innovation and excellence in an industry traditionally bound by convention, FCM Nigeria has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by securing the coveted title of Nigeria’s leading Travel Management Company at the World Travel Awards 2025. This prestigious recognition, often hailed as the “Oscars of the travel industry,” represents a defining moment for both the company and Nigeria’s position on the global travel management stage. Group Msnaging Director of Finchglow Holdings, Bankole…

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Consulate partners Nigeria-South Africa aviation summit to scout sector talent

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Consulate partners Nigeria-South Africa aviation summit to scout sector talent

In a landmark meeting held in Lagos, the South African Consulate General, led by Dr. Bobby Moroe, expressed support for the launch of the Nigeria-South Africa Aviation Exchange Program, a strategic initiative designed to build capacity, develop careers, and strengthen collaboration in Africa’s aviation sector. This pilot exchange program is the first major step under the Nigeria-South Africa Aviation Forum, founded by aviation advocate Toni Ukachukwu. It is being executed by Aviators Management Academy and…

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United Nigeria eyes Forex flow with Sabre marketplace

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United Nigeria eyes Forex flow with Sabre marketplace

The Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, said the desire to reposition his airline through technology to reach global traffic and earn more Foreign exchange motivated the partnership between the airline and global travel technology company Sabre Corporation as the carrier is now captured on the Global Distribution System (GDS). The agreement marks the airline’s first collaboration with a global distribution technology partner, enabling it to distribute its product via Sabre’s expansive global…

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Majekodunmi: ValueJet’s direct flight to Banjul, boost for Nigeria, Gambia trade relations

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Majekodunmi: ValueJet’s direct flight to Banjul, boost for Nigeria, Gambia trade relations

The Managing Director of ValueJet, Capt Omololu Majekodunmi said the airline’s inaugural flight to Banjul, The Gambia, would further strengthen the trade relations between Nigeria and The Gambia. Omololu reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to safe and efficient operations, fully adhering to all regulations, just as he expressed confidence in the Lagos-Banjul route, backed by the deployment of its CRJ-900 aircraft. He said, “The launch of our Lagos to Banjul flight is yet another important milestone…

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Stringent Turkey, Nigerian visa hurts trade, tourism, say NANTA, TURSAB

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Stringent Turkey, Nigerian visa hurts trade, tourism, say NANTA, TURSAB

In recent years, Nigerian applicants wishing to travel to Turkiye have faced tighter visa rules. The same applies to Turkish citizens wishing to visit Nigeria The tight visa restrictions have led to concerns as travel trade professionals and their counterparts in Istanbul, Türkiye, bemoaned the visa regimes by both countries. They called for waivers and relaxation of entry regimes into Nigeria and Türkiye to speed up trade and tourism The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies…

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CFUIS boosts US Immigration support, business development, opens office in Nigeria

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CFUIS boosts US Immigration support, business development, opens office in Nigeria

The Centre for U.S. Immigration Services (CFUIS), a premier legal firm specialising in U.S. immigration law and global mobility, has officially launched operations in Nigeria. This marks a strategic move to bridge Africa’s talent and business potential with opportunities in the United States. Led by Nigerian-American attorney Dr. Martins I. Imudia, the expansion positions CFUIS as a trusted legal and business partner for individuals and organisations across the continent seeking expert guidance on U.S. immigration,…

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Onyema: Nigeria’s aviation security architecture must be strengthened

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Onyema: Nigeria’s aviation security architecture must be strengthened

The chairman of Nigeria’s biggest airline, Air Peace, Dr. Allen Onyema has expressed concern over the incessant cases of actions both internal and external that pose a serious threat to aviation safety. At a high-level symposium on the fundamentality of aviation security in achieving the safe skies goal held in Lagos, Onyema noted that with global threats evolving at breakneck speed—from cyberattacks to insider threats and terrorism—Nigeria’s aviation architecture must be continuously reimagined and strengthened….

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NiMet issues severe weather warning, forecasts strong wind, heavy rainfall

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NiMet issues severe weather warning, forecasts strong wind, heavy rainfall

Airlines warned of potential turbulence The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has urged people to be prepared for strong winds and heavy rainfall in many parts of the country by issuing a three-day severe weather warning. The agency noted that heavy rainfall and strong winds will affect different regions from Friday while Southern states should prepare for potential flooding incidents, the High Impact-Based Forecast Bulletin states On Friday,  moderate to heavy rainfall is expected. Affected states include Ogun,…

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How cross border trade hurts Nigeria’s travel trade, five offshore firms under FG’s watch

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How cross border trade hurts Nigeria’s travel trade, five offshore firms under FG’s watch

Minister supports initiative to boost sector   The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo said the Federal Government would support initiative that would help boost the country’s travel trade. The Minister who was represented by the Director of Special Duties OF Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mr. Henry Agbebire at the 49th Annual General Meeting of the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) in Lagos on Wednesday said the summit would the…

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