FG Reopens Akanu Ibiam Airport Enugu for Flight Operations

Following the completion of emergency runway repairs, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the reopening of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, for flight operations on Monday, 28th of April, 2025. A press release signed by Mrs. Obiageli Orah, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, states thus, “The work was scheduled to begin on April 22nd and conclude before reopening on May 6th, 2025.” “However, rehabilitation works on the runway have been completed,...

5,421 killed, 31,154 Injured in 2024 Road Crashes Nationwide – FRSC

No fewer than 21,580 traffic offenders by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) were arrested between January and December 2024 across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Malam Shehu Mohammed,  FRSC Corps Marshal disclosed this while addressing Journalists on the 2024 special patrol operations on Monday in Abuja, explained that the corps recorded a reduction in the number of offenders recorded in 2024 as against 29,220 within the same period in 2023....

From Seoul to Amsterdam: Study Ranks World’s Best Airports for Sleep

A recent global study has ranked the best airports for sleeping during layovers, with Seoul Incheon International Airport in South Korea taking the top spot. The study, conducted by Onebed, assessed airports based on sleepability ratings, passenger density, availability of free resting areas, and total passenger traffic Seoul Incheon, with a composite score of 86, offers eight free resting areas and a low passenger density of 3,823 per acre, making it the ideal spot for...

Kwara State-Owned Transport Company in Temporary Shutdown

The Kwara state-owned Harmony Transport Services Ltd, popularly known as Kwara Express was temporarily shut down. The transport company’s Corporate Affairs Unit said in a statement on Thursday that the temporary closure signaled ” the beginning of a wholesome repositioning of the legacy firm for improved productivity, efficiency, and economic development.” “The restructuring involves full payment of exit benefits to all the workers in the distressed company amid best wishes in their future endeavors, according...

Keyamo, Brazilian Ambassador Discuss Direct Flights Between Nigeria and Brazil

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has commenced discussions with the Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Garcete, to activate the Bilateral Air Service Agreement, BASA, between both countries and initiate direct flights. This was revealed in a statement signed by the minister’s media aide, Tunde Moshood, on Monday. According to the statement, this strategic meeting is part of efforts to revive the Memorandum of Understanding signed between Nigeria and Brazil in 2018,...

NCAA Suspends Operations Of Ten Private Jets

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has suspended the operations of ten private jet operators as non-commercial flight holders in the country. Private jet operators affected include Azikel Dredging Nigeria Ltd, Bli-Aviation Safety Services, Ferry Aviation Developments Ltd, Matrix Energy Ltd, and Marriettaand  Management Services Ltd. Others are Worldwide Skypaths Services, Mattini Airline Services Ltd, Aero Lead Ltd, Sky Bird Air Ltd, and Ezuma Jets Ltd. A statement signed by the NCAA’s Director of Public...

FAAN Moves To Eliminate Touting, Extortion, Others At The Airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has established a dedicated task force to eliminate touting activities, extortion, and illicit acts perpetrated at airports by some undesirable elements. Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, FAAN Managing Director in an interview with newsmen in Lagos, said the measure was not unconnected with a series of reports regarding passenger harassment and extortion at airports. Mrs. Kuku said her administration has launched an extensive campaign to crack down on these illegal activities,...

Travel Ban Between The United Arab Emirates, Nigeria Resolves

The travel ban between the United Arab Emirates, UAE, and Nigeria has been resolved. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this while addressing journalists at the welcome dinner for delegates attending the International Air Transport Association, IATA, 80 Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit in Dubai. Keyamo said the resolution would be disclosed in a few weeks, explained that both governments are fine-tuning the processes for lifting the visa...

Nigeria Clears 98% of Trapped Airline Funds, IATA Reports

The International Air Transport Association, IATA, has commended the Nigerian government for resolving a major issue that had been impacting airlines. According to IATA, Nigeria has successfully cleared 98 per cent of the funds previously trapped in the country, which had significantly hampered airlines’ operations. At its peak in June 2023, the amount of blocked airline funds in Nigeria reached a staggering US$850 million. This made it difficult for airlines to repatriate their earnings in...

Aviation Minister Says Nigeria Air Project Remains Suspended 

The Nigerian government has announced the indefinite suspension of the much-anticipated Nigeria Air project. The news was delivered by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, at a ministerial press briefing marking President Bola Tinubu’s first year in office on Monday. Nigeria Air, unveiled in May 2023 by the immediate past aviation minister, Hadi Sirika, was envisioned as Nigeria’s national airline. It was scheduled to launch operations in December 2023, aiming to revitalise Nigeria’s...

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