Author: Joy Ogbebo
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Green Africa has now acquired its second owned aircraft, an ATR 72-600
“I am delighted to share with you a major milestone that Green Africa, your airline, has just achieved. Pleased to inform you that Green Africa has now acquired its second owned aircraft, an ATR 72-600 with manufacturer’s serial number 1064 and registration mark 5N-GAO. Similar to our first acquired aircraft (5N-GAB), Access Bank, one…
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Emirates and Air Peace activate bilateral interline agreement, enhancing seamless global connectivity
Building on their existing partnership, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Air Peace, West Africa’s largest airline, have activated a bilateral interline agreement, expanding air connectivity between Africa, the UAE, and London. The agreement offers passengers of both airlines frictionless, single-ticket travel and with through-checked baggage, on select routes, resulting in greater travel comfort…
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Ethiopian Airlines Marks the Groundbreaking of Bishoftu International Airport Construction
Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest airline in Africa, is pleased to announce the official construction commencement of Bishoftu International Airport. Construction has begun today, January 10, 2026, following an official groundbreaking ceremony. The historic event was graced by His Excellency Dr. Abiy Ahmed, the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, ministers, high…
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Uriesi Recognised as “Legend of Aviation” at Nigeria’s Aviation Centenary
Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ibom Air, George Uriesi, has earned national recognition as one of the distinguished visionaries behind Nigeria’s aviation progress over the past century. He received the honour during the Nigeria Aviation Centenary celebration, which took place at the International Conference Centre in Abuja on 1 December 2025. The…
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Arik Air set to exhibit at the maiden Nigeria International Airshow
Arik Air, Nigeria’s leading carrier, will be among the key exhibitors at the inaugural Nigeria International Airshow scheduled to take place from December 2 – 4, 2025 in Abuja. The Nigeria International Airshow, an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, is designed to position aviation as a major catalyst for economic…
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RESPONSE TO SENATOR ORJI UZOR KALU’S CLAIMS ABOUT THE NCAA, NIGERIAN PILOTS, AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE.
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has noted with concern the comments made by Distinguished Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on the floor of the Senate regarding alleged inadequacies in pilot preparation, claims of substance use among flight crew, and supposed lapses in the Authority’s oversight responsibilities. While the Authority holds the Distinguished Senator…
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Wakanow Acquires NairaBox
Wakanow Group has acquired NairaBox, a fast-growing entertainment and lifestyle platform, expanding beyond travel into events, cinema, and cultural experiences. Newly appointed Head of Business, Tobi Andero, brings fresh energy and expertise in experiential marketing to lead NairaBox into its next chapter. “We see tremendous opportunity in the intersection of travel and entertainment.” Bayo Adedeji,…
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Air Peace Elevates Connectivity with Second Embraer 190 Arrival
Nigeria’s largest carrier and West Africa’s aviation leader, Air Peace Limited, has marked another bold step in its strategic growth journey with the arrival of its second Embraer 190 aircraft. The 96-seater jet with registration mark, 5N-CER, touched down at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, at exactly 14:42pm on Friday, September 25, 2025, further strengthening…
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NSIB: Air Peace Pilots Showed Alcohol Indicators, Cabin Crew Positive for Cannabis in Runway Incident
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released its preliminary report on the July 13 incident involving an Air Peace Boeing 737-524 aircraft at the Obafemi Jeremiah Awolowo International Airport, Port Harcourt. The investigation revealed that the aircraft, carrying 103 people from Lagos, landed long on Runway 21 after an unstabilised final approach, touching…
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FG WITHDRAWS CRIMINAL COMPLAINT AGAINST IBOM AIR FEMALE PASSENGER
PRESS STATEMENT: DECISION TO WITHDRAW CRIMINAL COMPLAINT AGAINST MS. COMFORT EMMANSON AND TO ADDRESS RELATED MATTERS 1. In the last 48 hours, I have been in consultation with critical stakeholders in the Aviation Sector and those involved in the unfortunate incidents regarding the unruly behaviours of certain individuals at our airports of recent. 2.…