Following speculations in some quarters that Qatar Airways has been penciled down as the preferred bidder for the national Carrier, the Ministry of Aviation has issued a statement debunking the rumors. According to a statement signed by James Odaudu, Director press and public communications of the ministry, such rumors are capable of discrediting the process.… Continue reading Nigerian Air: No Preferred Bidder Yet_Ada Nkong

The Federal government says it will call for proposals from intending investors in National Carrier on the 8th of March 2022. Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika revealed that "the Transitional Adviser is going to request for proposal next week Monday" while hosting executive members of Association of transportation and Aviation correspondents in his office on… Continue reading National Carrier: FG Opens Bid March 8 -Sirika _Ada Nkong

The international council on Aviation has mandated all member states to set aside February 20 each year to remember the victims and identify with survivors and families of the victims in their healing process. The President of ICAO, Salvatore Sciacchitano addressing the attendees which included representatives of airlines  said air crashes are a reminder of… Continue reading Commemoration of Air Crash Victims and their families: Stakeholders Restate Commitment to Safety_Ada Nkong

Every year the Nigerian Meteorological agency Presents a seasonal Climate Prediction with a view to aiding climate wise planning and averting the harsh effects of Natural disaster. At this year's SCP, the Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika drew attention to the fact that Climate change and climate variations are affecting economies the world over… Continue reading 2022 Seasonal Climate Prediction: NiMet Warns against Floods in Jigawa, Kano, Ibadan , 7 Other States_Ada Nkong

In a bid to enlighten aviation workers about the need to embrace innovation and technology, the Joint Consultative and Negotiating Council, JCNC in collaboration with the ministry of aviation, held a North Central stakeholders sensitization conference in Abuja with the theme: workers as strategic partners in driving the automation process and personnel management system in… Continue reading Aviation Stakeholders Brain Storm on Automation,Ada Nkong

The accident investigation bureau has confirmed an helicopter crash involving a Nigerian police force helicopter in Bauchi. According to a statement by Tunji Oketunmbi, General manager public communications AIB, the accident occurred on 26th January, 2022 around 7:30pm (Local Time) at Bauchi Airport.The NPF helicopter had departed Abuja at 16:54 UTC for Bauchi with Six… Continue reading AIB Confirms Police Helicopter Crash in Bauchi_Ada Nkong

Minister of Aviation Senator Hadi Sirika says the Ebonyi State airport project as a will definitely open up the state to both domestic and international investments.  A statement by Mr James' Odaudu says Senator Sirika made the assertion while receiving the governor in his office Thursday . According to him, he described Governor Umahi’s decision… Continue reading Aviation Minister,Ebonyi State Governor Meet Over Airport Project_Ada Nkong

The Nigerian meteorological agency says flight operations may be disrupted due to raised dust. In an advisory from the agency's central forecast office, airline operators are advised to pick up their flight folders and adhere to regulations, especially at aerodromes in the Northern parts of the country.According to the advisory, road users are also asked… Continue reading NiMet Predicts Flight Disruptions, Cautions Road Travellers_Ada Nkong