Nigeria may soon shake up Africa’s aviation landscape by opening its skies to China’s ambitious C919 passenger aircraft, potentially reducing its reliance on industry giants Boeing and Airbus.The Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Ona Najomo, revealed in Montreal during the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Assembly that Abuja isContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Nigeria Weighs Greenlight for China’s C919 Jets — A Bold Shift Away from Boeing and Airbus?”
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“It’s Cheaper to Fly Out of Africa Than Within West Africa” — ECOWAS Slams Outrageous Intra-Regional Airfares
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has raised alarm over the skyrocketing cost of air travel within West Africa, describing it as a critical barrier to regional integration, economic development, and the free movement of people.Speaking at the opening session of the Sixth Legislature ECOWAS Parliament Delocalised Meeting in Lomé, Togo, Mr. SédikoContinueContinue reading ““It’s Cheaper to Fly Out of Africa Than Within West Africa” — ECOWAS Slams Outrageous Intra-Regional Airfares”
Turbulence on the Ground: Air Peace Sparks Outrage as Mass Cancellations Leave Passengers Stranded at Abuja Airport
Tension flared at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Friday night as Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest private airline, once again grounded dozens of its passengers with abrupt flight cancellations—leaving a trail of anger, confusion, and exhaustion in its wake.The chaos, which unfolded in the airport’s departure hall, saw stranded travellers—including expatriates, women, and youngContinueContinue reading “Turbulence on the Ground: Air Peace Sparks Outrage as Mass Cancellations Leave Passengers Stranded at Abuja Airport”
Tinubu’s Global Odyssey: Nigerian President Spends Over Five Months Abroad Amidst Economic Woes
A comprehensive review has revealed that Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has spent a staggering 165 days outside the country since his inauguration on May 29, 2023. In just under two years, Tinubu has embarked on international trips to at least 18 countries, raising concerns over governance, accountability, and the economic strain of his extensiveContinueContinue reading “Tinubu’s Global Odyssey: Nigerian President Spends Over Five Months Abroad Amidst Economic Woes”
Nigerian Authorities Summon Kenya Airways Over Alleged Passenger Mistreatment at Nairobi Airport
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has summoned Kenya Airways representatives to its Abuja headquarters over allegations of unprofessional conduct in handling a Nigerian passenger at Nairobi Airport. The move follows a viral video of a heated altercation between the passenger and airline staff, sparking public outrage. Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection atContinueContinue reading “Nigerian Authorities Summon Kenya Airways Over Alleged Passenger Mistreatment at Nairobi Airport”
Panic in Kano: Max Air Plane Crash-Lands as Tyre Bursts into Flames Upon Touchdown
A Max Air flight from Lagos was involved in a terrifying emergency landing at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport late Tuesday night after its nose landing gear tyre burst into flames upon touchdown.The incident, which occurred at precisely 10:57 p.m., sent shockwaves through passengers as the aircraft skidded to a halt on the runway, engulfedContinueContinue reading “Panic in Kano: Max Air Plane Crash-Lands as Tyre Bursts into Flames Upon Touchdown”
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