Zuid Energies Limited, a new-energy mobility and infrastructure company says it partnered with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to deploy electric taxi services across major international airports to boost transport efficiency and improve Nigeria's zero emission efforts. Ogochukwu Abiakam, CEO of Zuid Energies Limited who made the disclosure to Newsmen said the collaboration… Continue reading How Zuid Energies Electric Vehicles Will Aid Nigeria’s Zero Emission Efforts – MD
Category: Aviation
NCAA Threatens to Sanction Defaulting Airlines over Special Needs Assistance Column on Air tickets
By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has mandated all domestic airlines operating in Nigeria to comply with its directive to incorporate a mandatory Special Needs/Assistance request feature on their ticket reservation system for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRM) and passengers with disabilities . A statement by Michael Achimugu Director public relations and… Continue reading NCAA Threatens to Sanction Defaulting Airlines over Special Needs Assistance Column on Air tickets
Nigeria’s First Fully Electric Airport Shuttle Service Takes Off as FAAN Partners NEV
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched Nigeria’s first fully electric airport-to-city shuttle bus service, marking a historic milestone in the country’stransition to sustainable transport and low carbon aviation access. The initiative, unveiled at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, is being delivered in partnership with NEV Electric, Nigeria’s first and premier electric… Continue reading Nigeria’s First Fully Electric Airport Shuttle Service Takes Off as FAAN Partners NEV
NiMet Urges Caution as Dust Haze Anticipated in Northern and Central states.
By Ada Nkong Nigeria Meteorological Agency NiMet has predicted thick dust haze with visibility of less than or equal to 1 km in the north and central parts of Nigeria while in the southern region, moderate dust haze is expected on Sunday Jan 11 2026.An advisory made available to our correspondent says Lagos and other… Continue reading NiMet Urges Caution as Dust Haze Anticipated in Northern and Central states.
NiMet Hosts Stakeholders’ Engagement Ahead of 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction
By Ada Nkong In fulfillment of its statutory mandate, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has produced the draft 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) and convened a Stakeholders’ Meeting to validate the document and enrich sector-specific advisories through co-creation and co-production. A statement made available to our correspondent says the meeting brought together stakeholders from the… Continue reading NiMet Hosts Stakeholders’ Engagement Ahead of 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction
Nigeria Joins League of Nations As NCAA Launches Automated Pilot Licencing
By Ada Nkong In a bid to increase Transparency, regulatory integrity and improve service delivery, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has introduced automation for licensing of pilots and other regulatory processes. Speaking at a digital stakeholders forum on the EPIC PEL/ MED software in Abuja, the Director General NCAA, Capt. Chris NajomoExpressed excitement because the… Continue reading Nigeria Joins League of Nations As NCAA Launches Automated Pilot Licencing
Ganduje Calls For Synergy To Strengthen Aviation Sector
Ada Nkong Chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Dr. Abdullah Ganduje, has called for renewed collective commitment from stakeholders to strengthen the aviation sector and prepare it for the future. Ganduje who made the call while addressing participants at the 4-day FAAN Board and Stakeholders Retreat in Abuja,… Continue reading Ganduje Calls For Synergy To Strengthen Aviation Sector
Victor Attah Airport Attains International Status
By Ada Nkong The Federal government has officially designated the Victor Attah Airport Uyo, Akwa Ibom an international airport. Minister of aviation and aerospace development Festus Keyamo made this known during a meeting with Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno at his office in Abuja. The new status will enable the airport receive and… Continue reading Victor Attah Airport Attains International Status
Keyamo Confirms Nigeria’s Readiness to Host ACI Regional Conference
By Ada Nkong Nigeria is billed to host the prestigious ACI Africa's Acrobatics Regional Conference and Exhibition next September, 2026.and the visit by the ACI-Africa delegation was primarily aimed at assessing the nation’s level of preparedness for the continental event. In furtherance of this, Minister of aviation and aerospace development, Festus Keyamo Aviation receives a… Continue reading Keyamo Confirms Nigeria’s Readiness to Host ACI Regional Conference
