Aviation
News and analysis about Nigeria's aviation sector.
NCAA suspends ValueJet pilots’ licences for bypassing taxi clearance at Abuja airport
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the licences of two ValueJet pilots following a safety breach at the...
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MMIA generates over N200 billion annually, can recoup N712.26 billion upgrade in three years — Keyamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos generates...
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Rivalry between FAAN and NAMA affecting provision of Wi-Fi at Nigerian international airports – Keyamo
The Federal Government has attributed the absence of Wi-Fi at the various Nigerian international airports to the inter-agency rivalry between...
Read moreDetailsFG says N712.26 billion MMIA upgrade will rebuild Terminal One, expand apron and add bridge
The Federal Government has released fresh details on the N712.26 billion upgrade of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in...
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FEC approves N987 billion for airport infrastructure upgrades nationwide
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved N987 billion worth of contracts for extensive infrastructure upgrades at airports across Nigeria.
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African airlines expand cargo capacity by 6.2% in June despite 3.9% drop in demand – IATA
African airlines increased cargo capacity by 6.2% year‑on‑year in June 2025, even as demand for freight on the continent fell...
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Global international flights filled 84.4% of seats in June 2025; Africa lagged with 74.6% – IATA
Global airlines filled 84.4% of available seats on international routes in June 2025, while African carriers managed 74.6%, according to...
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IATA forecasts Africa aviation to grow 4.1% yearly and double by 2044
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has projected that Africa’s aviation sector will grow by 4.1% annually over the next...
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Russian passenger plane crashes in far east with 49 onboard, search for survivors continues
A passenger aircraft carrying 49 people has crashed in Russia’s Far East, prompting a major rescue operation amid challenging terrain...
Read moreDetailsFG approves long-awaited pensions for retired workers of defunct Nigeria Airways
The Federal Government has approved the long-awaited pensions for retired aviation workers, including former staff of the defunct Nigeria Airways.
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