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AIRSPACE

U.S.-Nigeria Open Skies Pact Takes Flight: Boosting Aviation and Economic Ties

The United States-Nigeria Open Skies Air Transport Agreement, provisionally active since 2000, officially commenced on May 13, 2024. Transitioning into full effect, this bilateral pact signifies a pivotal advancement in fostering a modern civil aviation relationship with Nigeria, aligning with U.S. Open Skies international aviation policy. Upholding commitments to aviation safety and security, the agreement allows […]

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MMIA FAAN

Stakeholders Call for Urgent Rehabilitation of Lagos Airport International Terminal to Stop Incessant Fire Incidents

Stakeholders in the Aviation industry have called on the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to urgently rehabilitate the old international terminal of the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMIA) Lagos, to avert major safety threats leading to incessant fire incidents at the facility. There have been fire incidents at the terminal including the incident in September […]

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AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURERS

Airbus Writes Aviation Minister, Pledges to Work with Nigeria to Boost Air Transport

World’s third largest aircraft manufacturer, Airbus has pledged to work with Nigeria to boost air transport in the country. This was contained in a letter written to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo by Airbus Vice President in charge of Sales for Africa, Hadi Akoum, dated March 20, 2024. In acknowledgement and […]

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Emirates airline Tourism

Experts: Why UAE May Not Lift Travel Restriction against Nigeria Soon

Experts in the nation’s aviation sector have explained why, in their opinion, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) may not lift travel restrictions against Nigeria and restore relations between the two countries in the foreseeable future. The experts told THISDAY that the decision to maintain diplomatic impasse against Nigeria is deliberate because Nigeria do not fit […]

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Airlines

How FX Fluctuation, Government Policies Encumber Airlines’ Aircraft Acquisition, Lifespan

It has emerged that factors such as foreign exchange fluctuations, age limited of aircraft set by the federal government and high interest rate are responsible for the short lifespan of Nigerian airlines and their inability to acquire new aircraft. Analysts believe this is why no Nigerian carrier has operated schedule service for up to 30 […]

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