Aviation

FG Suspends Concessioning of Airports,Moves to Up FAAN Revenue Generation

By Ada Nkong Hon. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo says the federal government will optimize the generating capacity of FAAN. A statement by Mr Oluseyi Odutayo ,head press and public affairs says the minister Spoke during the facility visit of the Lagos Airport,. According to him,Keyamo said 60%revenue of FAAN comes from… Continue reading FG Suspends Concessioning of Airports,Moves to Up FAAN Revenue Generation

Aviation

Aviation Minister Meets ICAO,Tours Facilities

By Ada Nkong The Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN CON FCIArb today met with the visiting team of the International Civil Aviation Organization-ICAO in Abuja. The ICAO team's visit is precipitated on the much-awaited audit of the nation's airports and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority-NCCA for the Universal Safety Oversight… Continue reading Aviation Minister Meets ICAO,Tours Facilities

Aviation

Abuja Second Runway: F.C.T to Pay N825Mn Compensation to Communities Immediately

By Ada Nkong . In an effort to resolve all issues delaying the take-off of Abuja’s second runway by communities affected by the project, the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development together with the Federal Capital Development Authority convened a meeting of stakeholders today, 29th August,2023 at the F.C.T conference Room, Abuja. A statement… Continue reading Abuja Second Runway: F.C.T to Pay N825Mn Compensation to Communities Immediately

Transportation

Minister of Transportation Laments Deplorable State of Rail Infrastructure

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has expressed determination to reposition the rail transport sector for better service delivery in line with  President Bola Tinibu's desire to make it safe, accessible  and affordable to all Nigerians.              The Minister of Transportation, Sen. Sai'du Alkali, spoke recently after an unscheduled visit to  the idu Train Station, Abuja. A… Continue reading Minister of Transportation Laments Deplorable State of Rail Infrastructure

Aviation

NSIB, NAMA Sign MOU to Improve Aviation Safety

By Ada Nkong In a bid to improve air safety in Nigeria,the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau(NSIB) and the Nigerian airspace management agency ( NAMA) have signeda Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement and renewed partnership to promote air safety. According to a statement by Tunji Oketunmbi,the main purpose of the agreement was to consolidate the existing… Continue reading NSIB, NAMA Sign MOU to Improve Aviation Safety

Transportation

Transportation: Alkali Assumes Office, Targets Electric Cars to Cushion Subsidy Removal effects

By Ada Nkong The new Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Alkali, accompanied by well wishers, was welcomed to the Ministry by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani and Staff of the Ministry. In her welcome remarks, the Permanent Secretary expressed joy at the Minister's experience from the National Assembly, and stressed the need to leverage… Continue reading Transportation: Alkali Assumes Office, Targets Electric Cars to Cushion Subsidy Removal effects

Aviation

Aviation and Aerospace Development: Keyamo Resumes Office,Pledges Transparency

By Ada Nkong President Bola Tinubu has sworn-in Festus Keyamo SAN CON, FCIArb, as Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development. The swearing-in event was held on Monday,21st August,2023 at the banquet hall of the Presidential villa, Abuja. A statement signed by Mr oluseyi Odutayo head press and public affairs of the ministry confirms that… Continue reading Aviation and Aerospace Development: Keyamo Resumes Office,Pledges Transparency

Aviation

FAAN Debunks MD N200 Million Car Purchase Allegations

By Ada Nkong In response to a report  by Sahara Reporters that FAAN Managing Director, Mr Kabir Yusuf Muhammed approved N200 Million for the purchase of Toyota Land Cruiser 70th Anniversary Edition for himself as his official vehicle , the federal airports authority of Nigeria says the information is false. A statement by Abdullahi Yakubu-FuntuaDirector,… Continue reading FAAN Debunks MD N200 Million Car Purchase Allegations

Transportation

Subsidy Removal: Vehicle Owners Association Passes Vote of Confidence on President Tinubu

By Ada Nkong Vehicle Owners Association of Nigeria has passed a vote of confidence on President Bola Tinubu for his handling of the fuel subsidy removal and the attendant challenges. In a letter to the president signed by Peacemaker Vincent Odo Okoko Comrade Makinde National President and V. Olawole Secretary General made available to our… Continue reading Subsidy Removal: Vehicle Owners Association Passes Vote of Confidence on President Tinubu