Airports

Bracing the Challenge of Airport Infrastructure Maintenance

One major challenge of public infrastructure is the quick depreciation of facilities due to frequent usage and poor maintenance. In Nigeria, the issue with poor maintenance culture is quite obvious, as concerned authorities rarely abort such wear and tear through pre-emptive remedial actions. So, public facilities degenerate to the alarm and discomfiture of the citizens. […]

Aviation

FG Shuts down Enugu Airport for Emergency Repair of Runway

  The Federal Government has announced the temporary closure of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, for emergency runway repairs. Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Obiageli Orah, explained that there was a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical section […]

Airports

Mixed Reactions as Ebonyi Joins Airport, Airline Bandwagon

Many Nigerians, especially those conversant with air transport in Nigeria have criticised the decision of many state governors investing in airport development. They see it as misplaced priority because there are always more critical projects that will benefit majority of the citizens of the state. Most often they cite provision of potable water, healthcare system, […]

Airlines

Dana Air’s Preliminary Report: 5N-BKI Had Valid Airworthiness Certificate – NSIB

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) releases Dana Air 5N-BKI preliminary report on the runway excursion. Initial findings indicate that the aircraft had a valid Certificate of Airworthiness, and the flight crew was properly licensed and certified. Dana Air’s Abuja to Lagos flight, with registration 5N-BKI, experienced a serious incident on April 23, 2024. The aircraft […]