Aviation

Airline Operators Call for Confirmation of Capt. Najomo as Substantive DG NCAA

*Describe Nigeria's Aviation Regulation as Best in the World The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has called for the confirmation of Captain Chris Najomo as the substantive Director-General, Civil Aviation, Nigeria. Recall that Capt. Najomo was appointed the Acting Director General, Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) in December, 2023. AON, the umbrella body for registered… Continue reading Airline Operators Call for Confirmation of Capt. Najomo as Substantive DG NCAA

Aviation

COP29 : Ministry of Aviation, AAAU strengthen Commitment To Climate Action 

By Ada Nkong The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, joined COP29 in Baku ,Azerbaijan (Nov 11–22, 2024), led by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo alongside senior AAAU officials including the Registrar, Mustapha Sheikh Abdullahi, Director Academic Planning, Prof. Yahaya Ibrahim Zayyana, HOD Meteorology Department, Dr Eniola Ajani Olaniyan and… Continue reading COP29 : Ministry of Aviation, AAAU strengthen Commitment To Climate Action 

Aviation

(Photos)Rivers Helicopter Crash: NSIB Recovers Black Box, to Begin Investigation in Abuja

By Ada Nkong The federal government says the black box for the I'll fated helicopter that crashed on the 24th of October after departing PortHarcout for an NNPC facility in Nniong Annam has been recovered The Minister of aviation and aerospace development Festus Keyamo who briefed pressmen alongside the DG NSIB, Alex Badeh Jr, the… Continue reading (Photos)Rivers Helicopter Crash: NSIB Recovers Black Box, to Begin Investigation in Abuja

Aviation

NCAA Prohibits Pilots Multiple Airline Operation,Says Flight Simulator Training Operator Specific

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has prohibited pilots from flight operations for multiple airlines In a Circular signed by the Acting DG NCAA Capt. Chris Najomo, the agency warned that henceforth, such action would be viewed as a violation and attract sanctions See full  circular below: Subjeci: PROHIBITION OF AD-HOC FLIGHT OPERATIONS… Continue reading NCAA Prohibits Pilots Multiple Airline Operation,Says Flight Simulator Training Operator Specific

ECONOMY

White House Advisor on Diaspora Engagement Boosts 7th NDIS: Promises Partnership With NIDCOM

By Ada Nkong (L-R): Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM); Ms. Deniece Laurent-Mantey, Executive Director, President Joe Biden's Advisory Council on Africa Diaspora Engagement (PAC-ADE) U.S.A.; Ms. Badewa Adejugbe-Williams, Summit Coordinator/Chair Planning Committee, Nigeria Diaspora Summit Initiative (NDIS) during the 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit in Abuja. Ms. Deniece Laurent-Mantey, Executive Director,… Continue reading White House Advisor on Diaspora Engagement Boosts 7th NDIS: Promises Partnership With NIDCOM

ECONOMY

NDIS 2024: FG urges Diasporans to Leverage contacts to Grow Nigeria’s Economy.

The federal government says  it is poised to leverage on the knowledge,expertise and global Connections  of Nigerians in diaspora to bridge the developmental gap between Nigeria and the rest of the world . President Tinubu who was represented by the secretary to the government of the reservation, Sen. George Akume made this known during the… Continue reading NDIS 2024: FG urges Diasporans to Leverage contacts to Grow Nigeria’s Economy.

ECONOMY

FG Appoints Igwe Kingsley Onyekachi Substantive Registrar/CEO of CRFFN

By Ada Nkong As part of efforts to reposition the Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN) for better efficiency and management, the Minister of Marine & Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola , has approved the appointment of a substantive Registrar/CEO for the Council. He is Igwe Kingsley Onyekachi. He takes over from… Continue reading FG Appoints Igwe Kingsley Onyekachi Substantive Registrar/CEO of CRFFN

Transportation

Warri-Itakpe Train Service Addresses Concerns About Ticketing Practices

By Ada Nkong The Nigerian Railway Corporation says it is working to end ticket racketeering on Warri-Itakpe rail corridor. A statement signed by Engineer Sanni Abdulganiyu the Coordinator  of Warri Itakpe Train Service says it is stepping up monitoring and any staff found culpable will be punished accordingly . See full statement below: The management… Continue reading Warri-Itakpe Train Service Addresses Concerns About Ticketing Practices

Aviation

NCAT Bags NCAA Approval for ARFF Training

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) today, Tuesday, October 29, 2024 has issued certificate of accreditation to the Aerodrome Emergency Training School of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria as provider of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) training in Nigeria. The award ceremony, in line with Acting Director General Civil… Continue reading NCAT Bags NCAA Approval for ARFF Training