Keystone Bank Pleased With Empowerment Programme At Okpekpe

Keystone Bank, one of the fastest growing full service commercial banks in Nigeria, has expressed satisfaction with the women empowerment programme it undertook at the first ever IAAF silver label road race in West Africa,the Okpekpe international 10km road race which came to a historic climax penultimate Saturday in Okpekpe near Auchi in Edo State.

Dana introduces ‘cash back’ reward

PHOTO: Nigerian Flight Deck

Dana Air has introduced another customer-centric initiative, designed as reward for its loyal customers. The new ‘cash back’ initiative requires the airline’s guests to get a “Thank U” card at its 

‘Airport self check-in kiosks dirtier than toilet seats’

Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos

Self-service check-in screens at airports have over 1,000 times more bacteria on them than toilet seats, a new study has revealed.

NAMA explains setback in AIS automation plan

Capt. Fola Akinkuotu

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), has blamed the delay in the automation of Aeronautical Information Service (AIS), on limited resources, amid other critical needs begging for attention.

Etihad opens free stopovers for economy passengers

PHOTO:WIKIPEDIA

Etihad Airways is offering one night’s free accommodation in Abu Dhabi to all guests travelling in Economy Class from destinations in the Middle East, Africa and Pakistan, and stopping over in the nation’s capital. 

Aviation union backs NCAA’s suspension of FirstNation Airways’ licence

The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) on Monday said that it supported the indefinite suspension placed on the Air Operators Certificate (AOC) of FirstNation Airways.

At Lagos motor fair, stakeholders urge government to address sector’s challenges

Ifeanyichukwu Agwu

Stakeholders in automobile sector have stressed the need for government to urgently address the bottlenecks faced by the sector, stating that this would help revamp industrialisation in the country.

This comes even as the stakeholders called for the review of the automotive policy.They made the submission at the opening ceremony of the 13th Lagos Motor fair, and seventh Autoparts Expo Africa, in Lagos, on Wednesday.

Ethiopian, Air Cote D’Ivoire codeshare on U.S. route

Air Cote d’Ivoire

Ethiopian Airlines (ET), and Air Côte d’Ivoire, the national flag carrier of Côte d’Ivoire, have entered into a codeshare agreement on the United States route. Under the new codeshare partnership, 

passengers originating from West African countries, especially from Lagos, Bamako, Cotonou, Accra and Lomé will board Air Côte d’Ivoire flights and enjoy fast and seamless connection to Newark on-board Ethiopian direct service to Newark via Abidjan. 

Funniest Photos Ever Taken at Airports

A lot can happen while your'e waiting for your flight. Long hours of waiting can sometimes create bizarre and funny situations. Whether it's the man covered with nothing but newspapres, trying to take a nap; or some bored students performing gymnastic routines on the rail - the waiting can be truly magical if you'll only open your eyes.

We gathered some pictures of situations you wouldn't want to miss - all taken at the airport. Have a look and a laugh!

NAMA moves to boost IGR

Capt. Fola Akinkuotu

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has begun moves to shore up its revenue base in order to effectively meet its core obligation of air navigation services.

Managing Director of the agency, Capt. Fola Akinkuotu, said the move was imperative to support her quest at upgrading navigational infrastructure, air traffic management services, building staff capacity as well as other personnel costs.

Universal School of Aviation emerges Africa’s Transport Institute of the Year

Universal School of Aviation (USA) has again won the award of best aviation school in the continent from the just concluded Order of Merit Quality Awards.The award, which held at the Nicon Luxury hotel, Abuja, during World Quality Summit on Thursday, April 12, 2018, had in attendance dignitaries from all over the world.

In his speech, the Director of Studies of Universal School of Aviation, Mr Onifade Adekunle Eedris, said the award is well appreciated and an indication that all our effort to bring world class aviation training to the people through our outstanding facilities and staffs did not go unnoticed.

Airbus completes test of A350-900, gets 854 orders

Leading aircraft manufacturing company, Airbus, has completed the maiden test of the ultra-long-range A350-900 XWB, which can reach a massive 20 hours of flight time before needing to refuel.

The plane took off its maiden test flight from the company’s headquarters in Toulouse, performed a short flight over France before landing again at its base.

Abuja airport second runway to gulp N63b, says minister

The Minister of State for Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has said construction of the second runway for the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is projected to cost N63b, adding that although N10b was proposed for its construction in the 2017 budget, only a paltry N3b was released. 

Union to picket Kenya Airways over sack of 22 workers

Kenya Airways

Airline faults move, accuses NUATE of failing to attend meetings

Aviation workers’ union may picket Kenya Airways next week in protest against the sack of Nigerian workers at the Lagos office.The airlines, citing redundancy, recently sacked 22 out of its 26 Nigerian employees. The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has kicked against the move and set to meet at a congress on Monday, where the decision on picketing will be taken.

National Assembly backs FG’s development roadmap, concession plan

National Assembly Complex Abuja.

The two chambers of the National Assembly have pledged to support the new aviation roadmap of the Federal Government, especially the plan to concession airports nationwide.

Youths honour Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Youths from the northern part of the country have honoured Ethiopian Airlines (ET) for its contribution to the development of air travel in Nigeria. Ethiopian Airlines flies into Kano and Kaduna in the north, while keeping a daily flight to Abuja.

Okowa directs demolition of illegal structures in Asaba Airport

Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has directed the demolition of all privately-owned houses sited within the perimeter fencing of the Asaba International Airport.

The governor gave the directive on Tuesday while inspecting the ongoing resurfacing of the airport runway and other ancillary work to ensure the contractors delivered as promised in May.

Delta to reactivate airfield lighting at Asaba airport

Asaba Airport

Determined to fulfill its promise of resumption of flight operations at Asaba Airport in July, the Delta State government has given approval for the reactivation of the Airfield Ground Lighting Systems (AGLS).  

Russian Superjet100, MC-21 airplanes debut in Nigeria

Sukhoi Superjet (SSJ)100

Russian Export Centre (REC) on Wednesday showcased new Sukhoi Superjet (SSJ)100 and MC-21 aircraft to the Nigerian market, wooing airline operators to emerging opportunities.  

Trump lifts visa restrictions for Chadians – White House

 

U.S. President Donald J. Trump claps during the State of the Union address in the chamber of the U.S. House of Representatives. Photo: AFP

 

President Donald Trump has removed Chad from the requirement of enhanced immigrant vetting because the country has demonstrated i ist no longer a security threat to US interests, the White House said in a press release.