8 h. ago NCAA summons domestic airlines to Abuja on passenger safety, service standards

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has invited all domestic airlines to a crucial meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, in Abuja. Spokesperson for the Authority, Michael Achimugu, on his verified X handle on Tuesday, September 9, said the meeting would focus on key issues affecting air travel in the country, […] The post NCAA summons domestic airlines to Abuja on passenger safety, service standards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines

Tribune Online Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines THE Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has warned that it will begin publicly naming and shaming airlines that fail to comply with aviation regulations, particularly in cases of flight cancellations and delays. Director of public affairs and Consumers Protection for the agency, Michael Achimugu, emphasised that passengers who are left stranded between 10:00 pm and […] Flight cancellations/delays: NCAA set to sanction erring airlines Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Senior Workers Reject Planned 5% Petroleum Tax, Threaten Strike

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has rejected the federal government’s planned 5 percent tax on petroleum products and issued a 14-day ultimatum to withdraw from it. The senior workers warned that failure to comply could trigger a nationwide strike. In a statement signed by its president-general, Comrade Festus Osifo, and secretary-general, Comrade Nuhu […]

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30 h. ago Air passengers to smile as NCAA set to sanction errant airlines

Tribune Online Air passengers to smile as NCAA set to sanction errant airlines The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has warned that it will begin publicly naming and shaming airlines that fail to comply with aviation regulations... Air passengers to smile as NCAA set to sanction errant airlines Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s indigenous airlines: The imperative of alliances for solvency

Tribune Online Nigeria’s indigenous airlines: The imperative of alliances for solvency The Nigerian aviation industry has been grappling with numerous challenges, and one of the most pressing issues is the financial struggles of indigenous airlines. Despite their importance to the country’s economy and connectivity, many of these airlines are facing significant financial difficulties, with some even on the verge of collapse. In this context, forming alliances […] Nigeria’s indigenous airlines: The imperative of alliances for solvency Tribune Online

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1 week 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 Steep hike in sugar drink tax may derail sugar master plan, threaten jobs, experts warn

Tribune Online Steep hike in sugar drink tax may derail sugar master plan, threaten jobs, experts warn CONCERNS are mounting over fresh calls for a steep hike in excise duty on Sugar Sweetened Beverages (SSBs), with financial experts warning that such a move could derail Nigeria’s National Sugar Master Plan (NSMP), trigger job losses, and further weaken the economy. Advocacy groups, including the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), recently urged […] Steep hike in sugar drink tax may derail sugar master plan, threaten jobs, experts warn Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Nigerian airlines threatened by new tax regime, high aviation taxes

Tribune Online Nigerian airlines threatened by new tax regime, high aviation taxes The Nigerian aviation industry is facing a significant crisis as the new tax regime signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu threatens to ground domestic airlines. Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman of Air Peace Ltd and Vice-President of the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), has warned that implementing the new tax laws would be disastrous […] Nigerian airlines threatened by new tax regime, high aviation taxes Tribune Online

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