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National Assembly Needs To Protect Nigeria’s Airlines – IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), has called on the National Assembly to protect Nigeria’s airlines, saying that the carriers are operating under a slim profit margin.
Speaking on Thursday in Ibadan, the Oyo State…
Gateway Air Begins Local Flights
As part of its commitment to enhancing connectivity and providing convenient travel options, Ogun State-owned airline, Gateway Air, has announced new flight operations covering major cities across Nigeria.
This was disclosed in a…
Aviation Ministry Pushes Collaboration As Permanent Secretary Tours Key Agencies
The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mahmoud Adam Kambari, has begun a strategic familiarisation tour of key aviation agencies, starting with the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA)…
Akwa Ibom Announces Arrival Of Two New Airbus To Boost Air Fleet
The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, PhD, has revealed that the state will take delivery of two brand new Airbus aircraft before the end of 2026, significantly strengthening the Ibom Air fleet.
This announcement came during the…
Over 1,800 Flights Grounded Amid US-Israel-Iran Conflict Escalation
More than 1,800 flights have been cancelled across the Middle East following US and Israeli strikes on Iran that began on February 28, 2026, triggering widespread airspace closures.
The conflict intensified after Iran launched…
FAAN Rolls Out Nationwide Pick-Up Spots for Go-Cashless Cards Before Deadline
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced designated pick-up points for individuals wishing to obtain their Go-Cashless cards ahead of the March 1, 2026 deadline.
FAAN reiterated its commitment to full compliance…
Aviation Minister Presents ₦184.39BN 2026 Budget Proposal To NASS
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo on Wednesday, 25th February 2026, presented the sum of ₦184,392,160,433.00 as the Ministry’s proposed 2026 budget to the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on…
MMIA FIRE INCIDENT UPDATE : FAAN Shutdown Airspace Temporarily, Confirms 14 Rescued
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has provided comprehensive update on the fire incident at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.
According to FAAN , emergency response operations remain active,…
Jigawa Secures FAAN Approval For Cargo Equipment Installation At Dutse Airport
Governor, Malam Umar Namadi announced that the Jigawa State government has obtained approval from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to install essential cargo facilities at Dutse International Airport, advancing plans to…
Zulum Okays N12.9b To Sponsor Borno indigenes On Aeronautics/Engineering Degrees
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved a N12.9 billion scholarship scheme to sponsor 54 indigenes of the state to study aeronautics and engineering with various professional certifications, at the Isaac Balami…