Aviation

Five Airline Sanctions: NCAA Clarifies Enforcement Action

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA,says that the sanctions initiated against five airlines recently were for consumer protection-related infractions, and not for safety concerns. Recall that, two weeks ago, the Authority's Director of Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, Michael Achimugu, issued a warning that any airline that delays the payment of refunds… Continue reading Five Airline Sanctions: NCAA Clarifies Enforcement Action

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BREAKING: NCAA  Sanctions  Five Errant  Airlines

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has initiated enforcement action against five airlines (two international and three domestic operators) for various violations of Part 19 of the NCAA regulations including nonpayment of refunds within the stipulated time frame, non-responsiveness to the NCAA's directives, missing luggage, manhandled luggage, short-landed baggage, delayed and canceled… Continue reading BREAKING: NCAA  Sanctions  Five Errant  Airlines

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African Aviation and Aerospace University Unveils Comprehensive 10-Year Master Plan for Infrastructural Development

By Ada Nkong The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, has taken a significant step toward its future growth and development by receiving the finalized Master Plan document. This landmark document will serve as the blueprint for the university’s physical and infrastructural development over the next decade. The Master Plan, meticulously crafted by Dr.… Continue reading African Aviation and Aerospace University Unveils Comprehensive 10-Year Master Plan for Infrastructural Development

ECONOMY

FG Lifts Ban on  Mineral Exploration in  Zamfara

By Ada Nkong Following significant improvements in the security situation across the state.the Federal Government has lifted the ban on mining exploration activities in Zamfara State, A statement signed by Segun Tomori SA Media to the minister says taking the announcement at a press briefing, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake stated… Continue reading FG Lifts Ban on  Mineral Exploration in  Zamfara

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Stakeholders Commend NiMet Ahead Of Public Unveiling Of 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction

By Ada Nkong The Director General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike (front row middle) and participants at the stakeholders workshop organized by the agency in Abuja on Tuesday, 17th December 2024 to discuss the socio-economic impact of NiMet’s 2025 seasonal climate prediction which will be publicly… Continue reading Stakeholders Commend NiMet Ahead Of Public Unveiling Of 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction

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One Year in Office: Anosike Restates Commitment to Driving NiMet Mission

By Ada Nkong The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike marked his one-year in office on Monday, 16th December 2024 with a strategic and performance review meeting with Directors of the agency, members of senior management and representatives of the labour unions. Directors of the nine… Continue reading One Year in Office: Anosike Restates Commitment to Driving NiMet Mission

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NiMet Hosts 2nd Roundtable Meeting On Anticipatory Action Framework For Nigeria 

By Ada Nkong Left To Right: Fred Anusim, Deputy Director, Planning and Research at Nigeria Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), representative of the Director General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, Arch. Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, Director General of Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), Prof. Charles Anosike, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet),… Continue reading NiMet Hosts 2nd Roundtable Meeting On Anticipatory Action Framework For Nigeria 

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AAAU Appoints New Acting Head of Aviation Business Department

Ada Nkong The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, has appointed Dr. Endurance Keyamo as the Acting Head of the Aviation Business Department. A statement by Ms Saadatu Usman, public relations officer AAU  says Dr. Keyamo’s appointment follows the transition of the former head to lead the newly established Directorate of Professional Training Programmes… Continue reading AAAU Appoints New Acting Head of Aviation Business Department

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Five Crew Members Confirmed Safe as Jet Skids Off Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport Runway

By Ada Nkong Following an incidence with aCargo Airplane that Skided-Off the Runway, leading to a temporary closure of the airspace at Nnamdi Azikiwe airport Abuja, the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria says all five Crew on board escaped with no reported injury. A statement signed by Mrs Obiageli Oprah director public affairs and consumer… Continue reading Five Crew Members Confirmed Safe as Jet Skids Off Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport Runway