Nigeria aviation breaking news
Here are some recent breaking news stories related to aviation in Nigeria:
- Arik Air resumes operations after 24-hour shutdown: Arik Air, one of Nigeria's largest airlines, resumed operations on Monday after a 24-hour shutdown due to a dispute between the airline and its pilots over salary payments. (Source: Vanguard News)
- FAAN to introduce biometric screening at airports: The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to introduce biometric screening at all airports in the country to enhance security and reduce congestion. (Source: The Punch)
- Nigeria's aviation sector records 12.5% growth in 2022: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced that the country's aviation sector recorded a 12.5% growth in 2022, with a total of 14.3 million passengers carried by airlines in the country. (Source: This Day Live)
- Ethiopian Airlines to increase flights to Nigeria: Ethiopian Airlines has announced plans to increase its flights to Nigeria, with the airline set to operate three flights per week between Lagos and Addis Ababa. (Source: The Guardian Nigeria)
- FAAN to rehabilitate Lagos airport runway: The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to rehabilitate the runway at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, which is one of the busiest airports in the country. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
- Nigeria's aviation sector faces challenges: The Nigerian aviation sector is facing several challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, high operating costs, and security concerns, which are affecting the growth of the industry. (Source: BusinessDay Nigeria)
- Airlines to increase fares due to fuel price hike: Airlines in Nigeria are set to increase their fares due to a hike in fuel prices, which has affected their operating costs. (Source: The Nation Newspaper)
- FAAN to introduce e-boarding system: The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to introduce an electronic boarding system at all airports in the country to reduce congestion and enhance security. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Nigeria's aviation sector to benefit from $500m investment: The Nigerian aviation sector is set to benefit from a $500m investment by a private company, which will be used to develop infrastructure and improve services at airports in the country. (Source: Premium Times)
- FAAN to improve airport security: The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to improve airport security by deploying advanced technology and increasing the number of security personnel at airports in the country. (Source: The Cable)
These are just a few of the recent breaking news stories related to aviation in Nigeria.