Aviation

NCAA @25: Keyamo, NCAA DG Harps on Deeper Economic Regulation, Tech Adaptation for Safer Aviation

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo,  and the Director-General, Civil Aviation Capt. Chris Najomo have harped on technological adaptation and deeper economic regulation to drive safer Nigerian aviation industry. They both spoke at the Nigeria Civil Aviation (NCAA) 25 Years Anniversary symposium held in Abuja on Saturday. The symposium… Continue reading NCAA @25: Keyamo, NCAA DG Harps on Deeper Economic Regulation, Tech Adaptation for Safer Aviation

Aviation

AAAU Signs MoU with ATOM Aviation Training Services,Tours Facility

By Ada Nkong The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU) in Abuja has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ATOM Aviation Training Services, an aviation training institution based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). A statement signed by Miss Saadatu Usman public relations officer AAAU says the MoU signing ceremony, held on 12th… Continue reading AAAU Signs MoU with ATOM Aviation Training Services,Tours Facility

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Seasonal Climate Predictions 2025: NiMet Predicts Flash Floods in Coastal Cities by May-June

By Ada Nkong High intensity rainfall in May-June this year is likely to result in flash floods in the Coastal Cities according to NiMet. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this during the 2025 Annual Public Presentation of the Seasonal Climate Prediction by Nigerian Meteorological Agency with the theme ' The… Continue reading Seasonal Climate Predictions 2025: NiMet Predicts Flash Floods in Coastal Cities by May-June

Aviation

Strike Action : NiMet Management, Unions  Agree To Postpone

By Ada Nkong The planned strike action by  some NiMet staff and some aviation unions scheduled to begin on Tuesday, 4th of February 2025 has been postponed. The management of Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), and the agency-based unions; National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP), Senior Staff Association of… Continue reading Strike Action : NiMet Management, Unions  Agree To Postpone

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Fatal Plane Crash: Passenger Jet and Army Helicopter Collide in Washington DC

By Ada Nkong An American Airlines flight carrying dozens of passengers has collided with a military helicopter as it approached Washington DC's Ronald Reagan National Airport. The plane then crashed into the Potomac River, officials said, and boats and divers are searching the water for survivors. The Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet - carrying 60 passengers… Continue reading Fatal Plane Crash: Passenger Jet and Army Helicopter Collide in Washington DC

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NCAA Annouces Max Air Imminent Operations Suspension for 3 Months.

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced the inminent suspension of Max Air operations following  the incident involving Max Air B734 aircraft with registration marks 5N-MBD, on landing at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano on Tuesday, 28th, January 2025 at about 2251 hours. A statement by Mr Mike Achimugu, Director… Continue reading NCAA Annouces Max Air Imminent Operations Suspension for 3 Months.

ECONOMY

Solid Minerals Corporation:  Enduring Legacy for Mining Sector – Alake

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has assured Nigerians that the establishment of the Nigeria Solid Minerals Corporation will significantly transform the mining sector and lay the foundation for its sustainable development. The special adviser to the Minister on media and publicity,Mr. Segun Tomori said speaking on Monday while receiving the British… Continue reading Solid Minerals Corporation:  Enduring Legacy for Mining Sector – Alake

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NiMet, MTN, Tomorrow.io Partner To Develop Digital Climate Advisory Services (DCAS) System

By Ada Nkong The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) on Friday, 24th January 2025, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Nigeria’s leading telecommunication services provider MTN, and advanced weather intelligence company, Tomorrow.io, to develop a Digital Climate Advisory Services (DCAS) System aimed at delivering location-specific, actionable weather advisories to Nigerian farmers via mobile SMS. The… Continue reading NiMet, MTN, Tomorrow.io Partner To Develop Digital Climate Advisory Services (DCAS) System

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34 Injured as FAAN Rescue Team Safely Deboards 256 Souls Aboard Emergency Returning  United Airlines Plane

By Ada Nkong Following a distress call from the pilot, FAAN emergency team safely rescued 256 passengers on a united airlines aircraft that returned to the airport in Lagos after take off. A statement by Mrs Obiageli Orah, Director public affairs and consumer protection says United Airlines aeroplane Boeing 787-800 departed from Murtala Muhammed International… Continue reading 34 Injured as FAAN Rescue Team Safely Deboards 256 Souls Aboard Emergency Returning  United Airlines Plane