Transportation

Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy,  Adegboyega Oyetola, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), scheduled to take place from June 9 to 13, 2025, in Nice, France. A statement signed by Dr Bolaji Akinola, special assistant media and communications to the Minister says Oyetola will… Continue reading Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France

Environment · Transportation

Plateau State Establishes Africa’s First Climate Assembly

By Ada Nkong The Executive Director of the Climate Adaptation Business Alliance (CABA), Suleiman Dikwa has congratulated Plateau State for pioneering the establishment of Africa’s first Climate Assembly. In a statement made available to our correspondent, Dikwa describing it as a historic milestone said it not only signifies a remarkable achievement in climate governance but… Continue reading Plateau State Establishes Africa’s First Climate Assembly

Aviation

FG Lifts NAEBI Dynamic Concepts Landing Fee Collection Suspension

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has lifted the temporary suspension on enforcement granted to MESSRS NAEBI DYNAMIC CONCEPTS LTD, consultants for the collection of helicopter landing charges for air navigation services related to helicopter operations by oil companies in the Gulf of Guinea. A  ministerial directive on the above subject states, Messrs Naebi Dynamics… Continue reading FG Lifts NAEBI Dynamic Concepts Landing Fee Collection Suspension

Aviation

Direct Flight Agreement: Nigeria, Venezuela Strengthen Ties  to Mark 60 Years of Diplomatic Relations

By Ada Nkong .......Direct Caracas-Abuja Flights to Launch Nigeria and Venezuela have pledged to expand collaboration between the two oil states beyond the energy sector as part of efforts to further solidify their historic partnership. A statement by Emameh Gabriel special assistant on media research to the Minister says the Venezuelan Ambassador to Nigeria, Alberto… Continue reading Direct Flight Agreement: Nigeria, Venezuela Strengthen Ties  to Mark 60 Years of Diplomatic Relations

Aviation

NSIB Probes Crash-Landing of Training Aircraft at Ilorin Air

By Ada Nkong Following the Crash-Landing of a Diamond training aircraft operated by the Aviation Training School, Ilorin the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation.  The incident occurred at 17:28 local time on May 23, 2025, during a simulated instrument approach on Runway 05 at Ilorin International Airport. A statement signed by… Continue reading NSIB Probes Crash-Landing of Training Aircraft at Ilorin Air

Aviation

Keyamo Tasks African Countries on Infrastructure, Investment Friendly Environment

By Ada Nkong The Minister of aviation and aerospace development has tasked the Banjul Accord Group (BAG) member states  to prioritise aviation infrastructure development and create a conducive environment to attract investments. The Minister who spoke during the 4th Council of Ministers after the 18th Plenary Session of BAG in Abuja on Thursday, said BAG… Continue reading Keyamo Tasks African Countries on Infrastructure, Investment Friendly Environment

Aviation

Career Prospects: AAAU Hosts “Catch Them Young” Initiative

By Ada Nkong The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja has hosted a strategic career orientation event titled “Building Africa’s Next Generation of Aviation Leaders ” to inspire secondary school students within the FCT to consider careers in aviation. The event which held Tuesday ,  May 20 2025 commenced with a  welcome address by… Continue reading Career Prospects: AAAU Hosts “Catch Them Young” Initiative

Aviation

Nigeria Calls for Accelerated Implementation of Single African Air Transport Market

By Ada Ogar Minister of aviation and aerospace development, Festus Keyamo has called for the accelerated implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) among the African countries who have signed the agreement. The Minister  made the call during the opening ceremony of the 18th Plenary Session of The Banjul Accord Group (BAG) Of… Continue reading Nigeria Calls for Accelerated Implementation of Single African Air Transport Market

Aviation

Reps  Tasks NCAA on Enforcement of Nigerians with Disabilities Act

By Ada Nkong The House of Representatives Committee on Disabilities has tasked the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on Enforcement of the provisions of the Nigerians with Disabilities Act, 2018 in the aviation industry. The Chairman  House Committee on Disability Matters, Hon. Dr. Bashiru Dawodu gave the charge on Wednesday during the Committee’s oversight visit… Continue reading Reps  Tasks NCAA on Enforcement of Nigerians with Disabilities Act