Aviation industry stakeholders have expressed concerns about the implications of the proposed additional security levy imposed on international travelers flying into or out of Nigeria. The additional $11.50 charge on passengers’ tickets for the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) is set to take effect on December 1, 2025. For a round trip, this translates to …
Nigerian airlines have spent an estimated US$5 billion (N7.5 trillion at N1500 per $) on aircraft maintenance abroad over the past five years, as they continue to ferry their fleets to other countries for major maintenance, particularly the extensive “C-checks”. The absence of a fully equipped domestic Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility capable of …
The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) has denied the alleged claim by Orji Uzor Kalu that some pilots operate under the influence of illicit drugs, describing it as a "baseless claim" and demanding a public apology from the senator. It denied the accusation in a statement seen by Pinnacle Daily on Friday, …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that Nigeria’s air transport sector contributes $2.5 billion annually to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)—representing 0.7 per cent—and supports more than 217,000 jobs across the economy. This was disclosed by IATA’s Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East, Kamil Alawadhi, in a statement commemorating …
Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has been elected Vice-President of Airports Council International (ACI) Africa. Her election was ratified during the 34th ACI Africa General Assembly held in Lusaka, Zambia. In her new role, Mrs Kuku becomes not only Vice-President of the regional body but also a …
Nigerian carrier, Aero Contractors, has embarked on a transformative journey to establish African self-reliance in aircraft maintenance through significant upgrades to its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities. Investing in the upgrade and expansion of the company’s MRO capabilities is considered by industry stakeholders as a strategic initiative that marks a pivotal shift from Africa's historical dependence on …
Air Peace has responded to preliminary findings from the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), disputing claims that its flight crew tested positive for alcohol and drugs following a runway incident at Port Harcourt International Airport on 13 July 2025. In an official statement released on Friday, the airline said it had not received any formal …
Dangote Petroleum Refinery is to begin deploying Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks on 15 September as part of a sweeping logistics-free fuel distribution programme aimed at reducing fuel retail prices and easing inflation. The initiative, which is a ₦720 billion investment, will see 4,000 CNG‑powered trucks distributed nationwide to deliver refined petroleum products directly to …
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has instructed pilots not to fly passengers who behave unruly, in a bid to strengthen safety and discipline in the aviation sector. Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, announced the directive on Wednesday during a meeting with all domestic airlines in Abuja. “Pilots …
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has summoned domestic airlines over the growing concerns affecting passengers and their flight operations. The emergency meeting is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, September 10, at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja. Its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, confirmed this via his X handle on …
