The recent suspension of schedule flight operations by Aero and First Nation Airways has made many air travellers to express the fears that domestic air travel may be encumbered. THISDAY investigations revealed that many Nigerians are apprehensive about the future of local travel by air in Nigeria and they feel that more airlines may go […]
The Chairman of Arik Air, Sir Joseph Arumemi-Ikhide has said that certain policies of the federal government on air transport in Nigeria tend to discourage investment in the sector. Arumemi-Ikhide said considering the pivotal role air transport plays in the economic growth of any nation, the government should introduce policies that would encourage airlines by […]
There is an indication that more Nigerian airlines may close shop as the current economic downturn has hampered airlines operations. Industry experts have expressed concern that the forex scarcity is taking a huge toll on the aviation sector because virtually everything done in the airline business requires foreign exchange, except the purchase of aviation fuel. THISDAY […]
United Nations has announced that it would establish two Aviation Security (AVSEC) Training Schools in Lagos and Abuja to boost the Federal Government’s vision and efforts towards turning around the aviation sector to meet global standards in infrastructure, safety and security. An online statement signed by the Deputy Director, Press & Public Affairs, Mr. James […]
Nigeria is between a rock and hard place, and every day it is getting more and more difficult to leave it — literally. The country is grappling with two full-on rebellions — one by Boko Haram in the north and the other by armed gangs in the oil-rich Niger Delta — as well as persistently low crude […]