Aviation

NCAA Sanctions Kenyan Airways Consumer Protection-Related Infractions

By Ada Ogar The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has announced Sanctions for Kenya airways. A statement signed by Michael Achimugu, Director Public relations and consumer protection reads in part "on the 7th of May, 2025, the NCAA conveyed a letter of sanction to the operator, Kenya Airways, over the cases of Gloria Omisore and two… Continue reading NCAA Sanctions Kenyan Airways Consumer Protection-Related Infractions

Transportation

Newly Approved National Marine and Blue Economy Policy:  Oyetola Hails FEC

By Ada Nkong Minister for Marine and Blue Economy,Adegboyega Oyetola says FEC approval of the Marine and Blue Economy policy will lead to sustainable prosperity for Nigeria. Nigeria  took a bold step toward unlocking the full potential of its marine and coastal resources as the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Monday, May 5, 2025, approved… Continue reading Newly Approved National Marine and Blue Economy Policy:  Oyetola Hails FEC

Aviation

NCAA Summons Air Peace Over Flight Disruptions

By Ada Nkong The DGCA, Capt. Chris Najomo has tasked Air Peace to immediately improve its domestic operations owing to complaints of chronic flight delays and cancellations by the travelling public. A statement signed by Mr Michael Achimugu, director consumer protection and public relations says Capt. Najomo strongly advised the airline to trim its operations… Continue reading NCAA Summons Air Peace Over Flight Disruptions

Transportation

Workers Day 2025: Oyetola Celebrates Maritime Workers

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, has extended warm felicitations to all maritime workers across the country as Nigeria joins the global community to mark the 2025 International Workers’ Day. In a statement signed by Dr Bolaji Akinola , special assistant media and  communication in Abuja, the… Continue reading Workers Day 2025: Oyetola Celebrates Maritime Workers

ECONOMY

Minister Declares Support for Gemology and Gemstone Department UniAbuja

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has pledged unwavering support for the newly established Department of Gemology and Gemstones at Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja. A statement signed by Mr Segun Tomori, Special Assistant media and publicity says the initiative, the first of its kind in Africa, aligns with the… Continue reading Minister Declares Support for Gemology and Gemstone Department UniAbuja

Aviation

FG to Reopen Akanu Ibiam International Airport Enugu Monday, 28th April

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government  has announced that Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, will reopen for flight operations on Monday, 28th April 2025, following the completion of emergency runway repairs. Recall that on April 18th, 2025, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) announced that due to a sudden and significant… Continue reading FG to Reopen Akanu Ibiam International Airport Enugu Monday, 28th April

Transportation

NIMASA To Disburse Cabotage Fund Following FG Directive

By Ada Nkong The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA says it is set to Disburse Cabotage Vessel Financing Funds,CVFF In a statement made available to journalists, it says the disbursement in response to a firm directive from the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola,will commence  by August 2025. Director General of… Continue reading NIMASA To Disburse Cabotage Fund Following FG Directive

Transportation

Minister of Transportation Commiserates With Families of Gombe Accident Victims

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has consoled families of victims of Gombe State Accident. A statement signed by Alkali Jubril special adviser media and publicity to the Minister says Sen. Alkali received with shock the news of the tragic accident in Billiri town, Gombe state which claimed five (5)… Continue reading Minister of Transportation Commiserates With Families of Gombe Accident Victims

Aviation

Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Temporarily Closed For  Runway Rehabilitation

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the temporary closure of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, for emergency runway repairs. A statement signed by Mrs Obiageri Oprah director public affairs and consumer protection says there is a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical… Continue reading Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Temporarily Closed For  Runway Rehabilitation