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Air Peace staff reject involvement in aviation union protests
Air Peace employees have publicly rejected the aviation unions' picketing, asserting that their internal labor relations remain satisfactory and that joining a union is a personal constitutional choice.
August 11, 2026
Aviation Unions Ground Air Peace Flights Over Unpaid Charges
Aviation unions have suspended Air Peace flight operations at Lagos airport, citing the airline's failure to remit mandatory ticket charges to the NCAA.
August 11, 2026
Air Peace flights suspended across Nigeria amid union protests
Air Peace flight operations have been halted nationwide following a takeover of terminals by the Nigeria Labour Congress, leaving many passengers stranded.
August 11, 2026
Porter Airlines flight grounded after child refuses seatbelt
A Porter Airlines flight to Toronto was cancelled after a child's refusal to wear a seatbelt caused safety concerns, leaving passengers stranded overnight at Victoria International Airport.
August 10, 2026
Nigeria and Canada Finalize Aviation Pact to Facilitate Direct Air Travel
Nigeria and Canada have finalized an expanded air transport agreement to enable direct scheduled passenger and cargo flights, strengthening economic and educational ties between the two nations.
August 7, 2026
Aviation sector tensions rise over levy distribution as Minister misses legislative hearing
Aviation agencies and airlines clashed at a House of Representatives hearing over the division of the five per cent Ticket Sales Charge, while the Aviation Minister remained absent.
August 6, 2026
Aviation Minister Keyamo steps in as union dispute risks grounding domestic flights
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo is working to mediate a standoff between labor unions and domestic airlines over unpaid Ticket Sales Charges, which threatens to halt flight services.
August 4, 2026
FAAN Resumes Terminal 2 Activities Following False Alarm
FAAN has resumed normal activities at MMIA Terminal 2 after confirming that a reported fire incident was actually a false alarm caused by a triggered suppression system.
August 2, 2026
Aviation Minister Keyamo Labels Asaba Private Jet Landing a Security Breach
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo states that the pilot and crew of a private jet are in DSS custody after landing on a road in Asaba instead of the runway.
July 31, 2026
Aviation Minister Keyamo Confirms Continued DSS Detention of Crew Following Delta Emergency Landing
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has confirmed that the crew involved in a Delta State road landing is still being questioned by the DSS, while also outlining new infrastructure plans for Lagos airports and addressing domestic airline debts.
July 30, 2026