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Ibom Air Welcomes Second Airbus A220-300 to Its Fleet Ibom Air is delighted to announce the arrival of its second Airbus A220-300 aircraft, which arrived in Nigeria via Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on August 10, 2024. The Shareholder, the Akwa Ibom State Government, formally received the aircraft today, August …

  The 4th CHINET Conference brings Aviation,Cargo and Insurance together again in Lagos The Insurance Commissioner will be a Special Guest at the 4th CHINET Aviacargo Conference in Lagos on the 22nd of August. CHINET is the only Air Cargo Event in West Africa and the 4th Edition be held …

  Arik Air is excited to announce that we have today, August 8, 2024, resumed our flight operations. During our brief pause, we have been dedicated to ensuring a smooth and seamless return to service, preparing to welcome you back on board with the comfort and reliability you expect from …

  PRESS STATEMENT ON THE GROUNDING OF ARIK AIRCRAFTS BY THE NIGERIAN AIRSPACE MANAGEMENT AGENCY Tuesday, July 30th, 2024 On the 19th day of July, 2024, the enforcement department of the FCT High Court enforced an Order made by the Court regarding a debt of $2.5 million owed by Arik …

The management of Arik Air (In Receivership) are dismayed by the sudden order issued by the Honourable Minister of Aviation to ground our Aircraft. This decision, made without warning or consultation, has serious repercussions for our valued passengers, dedicated employees, and the broader Nigerian economy. Our priority has always been …

Festus Keyamo, Minister, Aviation and Aerospace Development The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has been compelled to suspend its proposed increase in navigational charges following a directive from the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo. The planned fee hike, which was set to take effect from September 1st, …

The Nigeria Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has proposed an 800% increase in navigation fees and charges, which were last reviewed in 2008. This may come into effect by September 1 after a stakeholders’ meeting.The proposed new rates for en-route and terminal navigation charges will be reviewed from 2,000 and 6,000 …

Over the weekend, Amaka Echetabu, Director of Airline Services at Ibom Air, engaged with members of the Nigerian Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) during their National Conference and Annual General Meeting. The event was held at the Banquet Hall, G.R.A, Ilorin, Kwara State, on July 19, 2024. The Group Manager …

Captain Ruth Adebanwo, Chief Pilot of Ibom Air, delivered a motivating talk at the STEM Africa Fest (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Africa Festival) held at the Landmark Event Center in Lagos on July 20th, 2024. Addressing a diverse audience of young enthusiasts and professionals in STEM fields, Captain Adebanwo …

Reprieve came for many Nigerians as the Federal Government disclosed that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted the Visa ban placed on its citizens travelling to UAE. Minister of Information and National Orientation Alhaji Mohammed Idris announced while briefing State House Correspondents at Monday’s end of the Federal Executive Council …