Reports reaching us say former Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, Capt. Muhtar Usman, is dead. Usman aged 63 reportedly died on Tuesday night at a hospital in Zaria following a brief illness. Barrister Illitrus Ahmadu President of the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, confirmed his death to newsmen ,Wednesday morning.… Continue reading Former NCAA DG Caption.Muhtar Dies at 63_Ada Nkong
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ICPC Commends NIMET for High Ethics, Anti-corruption_Ada Nkong
The Independent Corrupt Practices And Other Offences Commission (ICPC) has commended the Nigerian Metrological Agency (NiMet) for the efforts to ensure the promotion of ethical standards and anti-corruption fight in the agency.This was contained in a letter personally signed by the ICPC Chairman, Professor Bolaji Owasanoye. A statement by James Odaudu director Public affairs ,… Continue reading ICPC Commends NIMET for High Ethics, Anti-corruption_Ada Nkong
NiMet Supports NWRI to Set up Hydrology Center in Africa_Ada Nkong
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has pledged the full cooperation of the agency with the National Water Resources Institute (NWRI) to upgrade their hydrology center to a regional center of excellence recognized by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) for manpower training in operational hydrology in Africa. A statement signed by the General Manager corporate communications… Continue reading NiMet Supports NWRI to Set up Hydrology Center in Africa_Ada Nkong
See List of Airlines Approved for International Flights Under Covid-19 Protocol_Ada Nkong
The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika has released the list of airlines approved for international flights. While reading the list, the Minister stressed that all approved airlines must operate under Covid-19 protocol. Air France, KLM and Lufthansa are among airlines barred from international flights. See list below: Recall that international flights are to resume 5… Continue reading See List of Airlines Approved for International Flights Under Covid-19 Protocol_Ada Nkong
Aviation Unions Stage Peaceful Protest Against Concession of Big Four_Ada Nkong
To press home their opposition to the planned Concession of the four most profitable airports in Nigeria, Aviation Unions ,Monday staged a peaceful demonstration at the Nnamdi Azikiwe airport Abuja.The unions have vowed to resist the planned Concession because according to them, the action will lead to job losses.They also complained that the process is… Continue reading Aviation Unions Stage Peaceful Protest Against Concession of Big Four_Ada Nkong
2 Feared Dead,1 Critical as Helicopter Crashes Into Private Building_Ada Nkong
Hit enter to search or ESC to close Air Travels Helicopter Crashes into Private Building in Lagos 2 Feared Dead, 1 in Critical State By Travel Business August 28, 2020 No Comments Reports reaching us say an helicopter has just crashed into a private building at Opebi, Ikeja area of Lagos state, killing two people and leaving 1… Continue reading 2 Feared Dead,1 Critical as Helicopter Crashes Into Private Building_Ada Nkong
Akanu Ibiam Reopening: Minister of Aviation Relocates to Enugu_Ada Nkong
The Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika has decided to relocate to the Enugu along with his officials and aides in preparation for reopening of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport.. The airport is to be reopened Sunday 30 th August 2020.A statement by James Odaudi, Director public affairs Ministry of aviation says, the Minister’s relocation… Continue reading Akanu Ibiam Reopening: Minister of Aviation Relocates to Enugu_Ada Nkong
Jet Rams into Fence as Brakes Fail_Ada Nkong
A jet ran into a fence at the General Aviation Terminal of the Lagos Airport on Friday when its brakes failed.The King Air 200 jet with registration number 5N-HIS is being operated by Mobil Oil Nigeria-Wings Aviation. According to an eyewitness, the King Air Jet was reparking when the driver rammed into the fence. "… Continue reading Jet Rams into Fence as Brakes Fail_Ada Nkong
International Flights Resumption: Nigeria to Enforce Reciprocity_Ada Nkong
As international flights resumption draws closer, the Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika says Nigeria will enforce the principle of reciprocity in granting permission to airlines to resume operations in the country as it opens its airspace. A statement signed by James Odaudu, director public relations, Ministry of Aviation explains that it means only airlines from… Continue reading International Flights Resumption: Nigeria to Enforce Reciprocity_Ada Nkong
