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 …
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) said it had received a directive from the Federal Government to start naming and shaming airlines violating aviation rules, particularly those fond of cancelling and delaying flights. NCAA Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said in a statement on Monday, September 8. He explained that if …
