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Nigerian
carrier ValueJet will inaugurate direct flights between Lagos and Accra
on the thirtieth of March, expanding its growing West
African network and providing travel professionals with enhanced booking
options connecting the region's two largest economies. The new service
marks another milestone for an airline th… read more
Nigeria's
premier travel industry body has successfully concluded zonal elections
across the country, installing new and returning
leadership teams as the organisation prepares for its landmark Annual
General Meeting in April. The National Association of Nigeria Travel
Agencies completed the democratic exercise across … read more
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significant recognition has been awarded to the man responsible for
modernising how Nigeria forecasts weather and supports aviation
operations. Professor Charles Anosike, Director General of
the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has been
named African Public Sector Leader of the
Year at the 2… read more
The
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has implemented a cashless
payment policy at major airport tollgates across the
country, prompting official guidance for passengers to allow
significantly extended travel time when heading to terminals. The
transition, which took effect on the first day of March 2026, represent… read more
A
significant development is reshaping how African airline content
reaches the global market. Air Peace Limited, West
Africa's largest carrier, has entered into a multi-year
distribution agreement with Travelport, one
of the world's leading travel technology providers. Announced on
1 March 20… read more
A bold
push to grow intra-African tourism gained
serious momentum in Windhoek this week. The Namibia
Tourism Board and South African
Airways brought together local operators and travel trade
leaders from 15 African countries for a
focused B2B networking session desig… read more
A
major dispute between one of the world's largest airlines and a growing
Nigerian carrier could reshape plans for
new direct flights between Lagos and New
York. The disagreement centres on a name, a trademark,
and a complex aircraft leasing deal that has now landed on the desk of
the U.S. De… read more
A
devastating fire at Murtala Muhammed International
Airport (MMIA) in Lagos on Monday, February 23, has
completely wiped out primary air-to-ground communication
equipment, forcing Nigeria's airspace authority to rely
on emergency backup systems to keep flights moving safely.
The
head of the … read more
In
a move that carries strong implications for the entire African aviation
sector, Nigeria has officially established a National
Aviation Security Risk Management Team. The announcement
was made by Director General of Civil Aviation, Captain
Chris Najomo, at the headquarters of the Civil Aviation
Aut… read more
The
wave of new airline projects sweeping across
Nigeria shows no signs of slowing down.
Caliphate Air, a carrier backed by the
government of Sokoto State in the country's
northwest, has secured its Air Transport
Licence and is now actively working toward a commercia… read more
ValueJet Launches Lagos-Accra Service as West African Connectivity Strengthens
Nigerian Travel Agency Association Completes Nationwide Elections Ahead of Golden Jubilee
Nigerian Weather Chief Wins Top African Leadership Award for Aviation Safety Work
Nigeria Airports Transition to Cashless Payments Amid Tollgate Congestion Concerns
Air Peace Joins Global Distribution Network in Landmark Deal With Travelport
Namibia and SAA Rally 15 African Nations to Build Intra-Continental Travel Demand
United Airlines Fights to Block Nigerian Carrier's New York Launch
Lagos Airport Fire Destroys Air Traffic Systems, Mobile Tower Being Deployed
Nigeria Launches New Aviation Security Team to Stay Ahead of Global Threats
Sokoto-Backed Caliphate Air Targets Second Half of 2026 for Nigerian Launch
