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IATA Reports $1.7 Billion in Blocked Airline Funds: A Global Challenge
As of October 2024, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that a staggering $1.7 billion in airline funds remains inaccessible due to government restrictions across various countries worldwide. While this figure indicates a slight improvement from the $1.8… read more
Kigali: An Attractive Hub for Security, Investment, and Cleanliness in Africa
Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda, is gaining recognition as one of the most appealing cities in Africa, thanks to its strong security, ample investment opportunities, cleanliness, and straightforward business processes. According to international residents and travelers, the country’s favorable visa policy further enhances its allure… read more
Africa Visa Openness Report 2024: Progress and Challenges in Regional Mobility
The Africa Visa Openness Report 2024, recently presented by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the African Union Commission (AUC), sheds light on notable advancements in facilitating the movement of people throughout the continent. Despite these improvements, the report underscores that existing visa policies continue to hinder Af… read more
Aero Contractors Introduces Minimum Ticket Price of N80,000 for Local Flights During Festive Season
Aero Contractors has announced a minimum ticket price of N80,000 for domestic flights across its routes during the festive season. The airline's Managing Director, Ado Sanusi, shared this news during a press briefing on Tuesday, describing the initiative as a way to ease the financial burden… read more
President Ramaphosa Announces Visa Simplification for Nigerian Tourists
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that tourists from Nigeria can now apply for visas without the need to submit their passports. Speaking at the opening of the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Cape Town on Tuesday, Ra… read more
Arik Air Partners Actors Guild For 2024 Award Night
Arik Air is partnering with the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Delta State Chapter as the official airline sponsor for its forthcoming 2024 award night.
A statement by Mr. Adebanji Ola, the Spokesman of Arik Air, said that the event is scheduled to hold on Saturday, November 30, 2024 in Asaba, Delta state.
As part of it… read more
Powering a Visa-Free Africa: The Future of Seamless Travel on the Continent
Recent news that Nigeria will introduce $170 surcharge fees for biometric capture during the Visa process will no doubt frustrate proponents of the “visa-free Africa” concept. The African Union’s longstanding goal may seem out of reach with Africa’s sheer size and pressing security needs, due to wars and terrorism, posing significant … read more
Expert Berates AON For Seeking Confirmation Of Najomo As DGCA
Aviation expert as berated the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) for canvassing for confirmation of Capt. Chris Najomo as the substantive Director-General Civil Aviation (ADGCA).
This is as our correspondent learnt that no fewer than five aviation professionals, including a staff of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA… read more
Emirates aims To Redefine Rrozen Food, Joins Move To -15C Coalition
Emirates Airlines, has joined the Move to -15oC global coalition, securing its place as the first airline to bring its expertise to the initiative.
A statement by the media consultant to the airline in Nigeria, said that as a world-leader in the transport of perishable goods, Emirates would lend its wealth of knowledge and ex… read more
Despite Recertification, Lagos, Abuja Airports Not 100% Safety Compliant — NCAA
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has said that the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA), Abuja are not 100 per cent compliant with safety standards despite the presentation of their recertifications on Friday.
The two airports were recert… read more
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