FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

Minister of Aviation Signs MoU with Boeing to Facilitate Acquisition of Modern Aircraft by Nigerian Airlines

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, yesterday signed a major memorandum of understanding (MoU) with one of world’s top aircraft manufacturers, Boeing to facilitate the acquisition of modern aircraft by Nigerian carriers.  In his verifiable X handle, the Minister disclosed that the MoU was signed in Seattle, Washington, US and the objectives […]

Airlines

United Nigeria Airlines Attains Another IOSA Safety Certification

United Nigeria Airlines has announced that it has successfully achieved its second IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification, thus reaffirming its commitment to the highest standards of operational safety and excellence. IOSA certification is a globally recognized benchmark for operational safety, and this achievement demonstrates the company’s dedication to maintaining the highest levels of safety and quality in its […]

arik Airlines

Dwindling Domestic Air Transport in Nigeria

With diminishing disposable income due to downturn in Nigeria’s economy, many Nigerians who hitherto travelled by air cannot afford it currently. If the situation continues, Nigeria may have blighted aviation sector, which only benefits foreign airlines that operate most of the international flight service from Nigeria. As Christmas season draws near, relief is yet to […]

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

FG Demands from UK Authorities Reciprocity in Airport Designation for Nigerian Airlines

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, said that the Federal Government has written to the United Kingdom to allow Nigerian carriers especially Air Peace to operate to  Heathrow Airport, which is first tier airport in the country.  Keyamo said that in the principle of reciprocity that Nigeria designates British Airways and Virgin Atlantic Airways […]