10 h. ago Nigeria Air: A scrapped aviation project born out of good intentions

Tribune Online Nigeria Air: A scrapped aviation project born out of good intentions Truth be told, the Nigeria Air project was one of the key initiatives under former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, aimed at establishing a national carrier through a public-private partnership model as part of the administration’s 8-point agenda. Hadi Sirika, the then Minister of Aviation, played a crucial role in driving this initiative forward. The project […] Nigeria Air: A scrapped aviation project born out of good intentions Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Federal Government Urged To Honour Student Crowned World’s Best In Cambridge English Exam

Renowned educationist and Nigeria’s first Air Survey Navigator, Surveyor Dr. Segun Osifeso, has urged the Federal Government to formally honour Kenechukwu Morayo Uba, a student of Caleb International College, Lagos, who emerged as the top-performing candidate globally in the 2024 International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) English Language Examination. The examination, conducted by the […]

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6 d. ago Nigeria Air project: Keyamo, Akande react to Hadi Sirika’s claims

Tribune Online Nigeria Air project: Keyamo, Akande react to Hadi Sirika’s claims Sirika had recently defended the project, saying it followed due process and was regulated by the Nigeria Air project: Keyamo, Akande react to Hadi Sirika’s claims Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Pollution: Lagos pushes collective action to safeguard city’s air

By Maduka Nweke nwekemaduka88@gmail.com    In a city where the bustle of traffic and the haze of industry often cloud the skyline, the Lagos state government is calling on its citizens to become partners in protecting the air they breathe, reminding all that the fight for cleaner skies is a shared responsibility The state noted […] The post Pollution: Lagos pushes collective action to safeguard city’s air appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago U.N Shuts Down Air Service In Nigeria Over Funding Shortages

The shutdown showed the growing strain on relief efforts as donor funding declines. The post U.N Shuts Down Air Service In Nigeria Over Funding Shortages appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 d. ago FAAN to probe removal of ‘unruly passenger’ from Enugu Air flight

By Seyi Babalola The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced an investigation into the incident involving a passenger and Enugu Air. On Monday, a video circulating on X showed security personnel forcefully removing a man from an Enugu Air flight after he allegedly refused to turn off his phone. Obiageli Orah, head of […] The post FAAN to probe removal of ‘unruly passenger’ from Enugu Air flight appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigeria Air: We Followed Due Process, Project Not A Scam — Hadi Sirika

The Nigeria Air was launched at the tail end of the Buhari’s administration, with many describing the exercise as a fraud. The post Nigeria Air: We Followed Due Process, Project Not A Scam — Hadi Sirika appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Nigeria’s Air Force Chief In China, Inspects Key Aerospace Facilities

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has reinforced the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) commitment to strengthening global defence partnerships during a week-long working visit to the People’s Republic of China from August 24 – 30, 2025. According to a statement posted on NAF’s verified Facebook page on Sunday, the visit […]

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1 week ago No cracks in Sports House, we are one family – NSC boss clears air

By Abel Leonard, Lafia Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has debunked reports of an alleged rift between him, NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko, and the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau. Olopade made the clarification yesterday at a press conference during the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta […] The post No cracks in Sports House, we are one family – NSC boss clears air appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Explainer: Pros and cons of signed BASA between Nigeria, Brazil

Nigeria and Brazil recently signed Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) which is expected to open fresh avenues for trade, tourism, read more Explainer: Pros and cons of signed BASA between Nigeria, Brazil

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2 w. ago Air Peace, Embraer mull aircraft maintenance facility in Nigeria

…launches direct flight to Brazil Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, has made a groundbreaking announcement regarding a partnership with Embraer, read more Air Peace, Embraer mull aircraft maintenance facility in Nigeria

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2 w. ago Air Peace Launches Lagos–São Paulo Route Following Tinubu’s Brazil Deal

Nigerian airline Air Peace has inaugurated a direct passenger service between Lagos and São Paulo, marking a significant milestone in enhancing air connectivity between Africa and South America. This follows a recent aviation agreement signed between Nigeria and Brazil aimed at fostering closer economic and cultural ties. The maiden flight carried members of Nigeria’s official […] The post Air Peace Launches Lagos–São Paulo Route Following Tinubu’s Brazil Deal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Air Peace Gets Green Light For Direct Lagos–São Paulo Flights

Nigeria’s flag carrier, Air Peace, has received approval to commence direct flights between Lagos and São Paulo. This development marks a major milestone in the strengthening of Nigeria–Brazil relations. The announcement followed President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to Brasília, where he met with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. At a joint press briefing […] The post Air Peace Gets Green Light For Direct Lagos–São Paulo Flights appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Air Peace to launch inaugural direct flight from Lagos to Brazil in November – Onyema 

• Says Tinubu’s frequent trips abroad yielding dividends  • Journey of over 24 hours to be reduced to 7 – Minister of information From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Brasilia- Brazil   Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, is poised to make history by launching its inaugural direct flight from Lagos to São Paulo, Brazil, by the last week […] The post Air Peace to launch inaugural direct flight from Lagos to Brazil in November – Onyema  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Federal Gov’t Signs BASA Agreement For Direct Flights To Brazil

The federal government has signed a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with Brazil for direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. The agreement was signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo and Brazil’s Minister of Transport, Silvio Costa Filho. This establishes a new framework for direct air connectivity between Nigeria and Brazil, […]

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2 w. ago 4 Months To Yuletide: Air Peace, United Nigeria Jack Return Tickets To N677,000

Four months ahead of the peak travel period, in December, two domestic airlines, Air Peace and United Nigeria, have jacked up their return ticket prices to N677,000, a situation likely to throw many travellers into difficulties. Airfares on eastern routes have surged ahead of the Christmas and New Year rush, with return tickets on Air […]

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2 w. ago NAF Airstrikes Kill 35 Terrorists At Nigeria, Cameroon Border

No fewer than 35 terrorists have been killed in airstrikes executed by the Nigerian Air Force under the Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) near Nigeria and Cameroon border. A statement by the NAF Spokesman, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame said the precision airstrike was carried out in the early hours of Saturday, 23 August, 2025. According to […]

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2 w. ago Air Peace, United Nigeria peg Lagos/Abuja–East, South South yuletide tickets at N350,500

Two of Nigeria’s major domestic airlines, Air Peace Airlines and United Nigeria Airlines, have fixed their yuletide one-way economy tickets read more Air Peace, United Nigeria peg Lagos/Abuja–East, South South yuletide tickets at N350,500

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2 w. ago Air Peace, United Nigeria to hike airfare to N350,500 December

Tribune Online Air Peace, United Nigeria to hike airfare to N350,500 December This will affect trips from Lagos and Abuja to South East (Owerri, Enugu and Anambra) airports and Air Peace, United Nigeria to hike airfare to N350,500 December Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Air strike: 62 kidnapped victims escape Katsina bandits’ den

Katsina State Government has confirmed that 62 kidnapped victims escaped following an air strike on the camp of a notorious bandits’ kingpin, Muhammadu Fulani in Danmusa Local Government  of the state. Nasir Mu’azu, Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, confirmed the development in a statement, on Monday in Katsina. The Nigeria Air Force (NAF) […] The post Air strike: 62 kidnapped victims escape Katsina bandits’ den appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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