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FAAN initiates recycling project to repurpose over 1,300 tonnes of airport waste
FAAN has launched a three-phase circular economy program at Lagos airport to recycle waste and reduce landfill usage, aiming for more sustainable, cleaner operations.
Leading African Airports of 2026
A review of the top-performing airports in Africa for 2026, featuring rankings from Skytrax and highlights of major hubs across the continent.
Aviation Sector Debates Revision of Revenue Distribution Formula
Aviation experts and regulatory bodies are clashing over a proposed amendment to the revenue-sharing formula of the five percent Ticket Sales Charge, sparking debate over whether funds should favor infrastructure upgrades or regulatory oversight.
An Assessment of NAMA’s Mid-Year 2026 Operational Performance
A mid-year review of NAMA reveals operational resilience and steady safety standards in 2026, despite persistent funding hurdles and the need for ongoing infrastructure upgrades.
FAAN to implement V-Pass biometric system for airport security
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria is launching V-Pass, a biometric system designed to replace physical ID checks with facial recognition to improve security and efficiency at domestic airports.
ValueJet Expands Fleet with Boeing 737s to Boost Operations
ValueJet plans to scale its operations and extend its African network by adding Boeing 737 aircraft to its fleet, moving beyond its original CRJ-only setup.
Air Peace Flight Schedule Disrupted Following Ground Equipment Collision
A ground handling vehicle crashed into an Air Peace Airbus A320 in Lagos after the operator suffered a medical emergency, leading to significant flight disruptions.
Former NAMA Head Criticizes 5% Ticket Levy, Recommends Aviation Development Fund
Former NAMA chief Roland Iyayi suggests replacing the five percent Ticket Sales Charge with a dedicated Aviation Development Fund to better support Nigeria's infrastructure.
Festus Keyamo Reports Nigeria Leads Africa in Private Jet Ownership
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo announced that Nigeria holds the largest private jet fleet in Africa, aiming to use this market strength to secure global partnerships with major aircraft manufacturers.
Adedayo Olawuyi: Local carriers lack strength to challenge foreign airlines in Nigeria
United Nigeria Airlines executive Adedayo Olawuyi identifies the lack of robust regional operations and infrastructure as the main reasons why foreign carriers dominate the Nigerian aviation landscape.