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Nigerian Airfares Hit N500,000: Why Flying Became an Elite Luxury

Nigerian Domestic Airfares Soar to N500,000

Nigerians are trapped as airfares hit N500,000 for one-hour flights. With unsafe roads, flying is a necessity, not a luxury. We analyze the crisis and demand government action.

Air India A350 Engine Damaged by Cargo Container at Delhi Airport, 240 Passengers Safe

Air India A350 Engine Damaged at Delhi Airport

An Air India Airbus A350's engine ingested a cargo container while taxiing in dense fog at Delhi airport. All 240 passengers are safe, but the aircraft is grounded as the DGCA launches an investigation into ground safety lapses. Read the full report.

NCAA Concludes 5-Day Flight Standards Indoctrination for New Recruits

NCAA Trains New Flight Standards Officers in Lagos

The NCAA has completed a mandatory 5-day training for new Flight Standards Group officers in Lagos, emphasizing technical proficiency and safety oversight. Read more on the agency's staff development drive.

FG Re-allocates N2 Billion for NCAT Decentralisation in 2026 Budget

N2bn Budgeted Again for NCAT Decentralisation

The Federal Government has earmarked N2 billion in the 2026 appropriation bill to establish NCAT annexes in five zones, despite strong opposition from aviation experts who warn it threatens the college's excellence.

NASA Returns 4 Astronauts Early Over Medical Concerns, First in ISS History

NASA Evacuates Astronauts from ISS Over Medical Issue

NASA has safely returned four astronauts to Earth from the International Space Station due to undisclosed medical concerns. This marks the first medical evacuation in the ISS's 25-year history. Read the full story for details.

Air Peace Apologises for Flight Delays, Blames Harmattan Weather

Air Peace Apologises for Recent Flight Delays

Air Peace has issued an apology to passengers for recent flight disruptions, citing harmattan weather and safety compliance. The airline recorded the highest delay rate in Q3 2025.

22 Feared Dead as Construction Crane Collapses on Thai Train

Crane Collapse on Thai Train Kills Dozens

A construction crane collapse derailed a passenger train in Thailand, killing at least 12 with fears the toll could rise to 22. Read the latest on the investigation and rescue efforts.

Nigeria's 2026 Budget: Aviation Sector Gets N87.3bn Amid FAAN, NCAA Exclusion

Aviation gets N87.3bn in 2026 budget, FAAN excluded

Federal Government allocates N87.3 billion to Aviation Ministry in 2026 budget, a drop from 2025. Key projects include airport upgrades and a new Aerospace University. FAAN and NCAA are excluded as revenue-generating agencies. Read the full breakdown.

2026 Budget: Aviation Ministry, Agencies Get N87.3bn, Key Projects Allocated N10bn

Aviation sector allocated N87.3bn in 2026 budget

Federal Government allocates N87.3bn to Aviation Ministry and four agencies in 2026 Appropriation Bill. FAAN, NCAA excluded as revenue-generating bodies. Three major projects get N10bn funding.

Ethiopia Begins $12.7bn Mega-Airport Project, Set to Be Africa's Largest

Ethiopia starts building Africa's biggest $12.7bn airport

Ethiopia has launched construction of a $12.7 billion mega-airport in Bishoftu, designed to handle 110 million passengers annually. The project aims to cement the country's status as Africa's premier aviation hub. Read more about this historic infrastruct

NCAA to Impose Stricter Penalties on Nigerian Airlines Over Persistent Delays

NCAA Plans Tougher Penalties for Flight Delays

Nigeria's aviation regulator, the NCAA, announces plans for stricter penalties against domestic airlines due to persistent flight delays and poor communication, citing 756 delays in Q3 2025. Learn about the new enforcement framework.

FG Cancels Sale of FAAN Staff Quarters Nationwide, Cites Security Risks

FG Nullifies Sale of FAAN Staff Quarters Nationwide

The Federal Government has nullified the sale of FAAN staff quarters nationwide. Minister Festus Keyamo announced the decision, citing security concerns in sensitive airport zones. Read the full details.

Nigeria's Domestic Air Traffic Plummets 13.6%, Hits 3-Year Low of 12.54M Passengers

Domestic Air Traffic Falls 13.6%, Hits 3-Year Low

Nigeria's domestic aviation crisis deepens as passenger numbers fall to 12.54 million, a 13.6% decline since 2022. Air Peace, Max Air face trouble while international travel grows. Experts warn of fare hikes and service failures.

Simidrey Stranded in South Africa: Airline Demands Rights Waiver for Economy Seat

Actress Simidrey Stranded by Airline, Forced to Waive Rights

Nigerian actress Simidrey details a distressing 24-hour ordeal in South Africa. She was denied boarding despite a confirmed business class ticket and pressured to waive compensation rights for an economy seat to get home to her baby. Read her full story.

Zamfara Govt Hands Over Airport Security Trench Site to Contractor

Zamfara hands over airport security trench site

Zamfara State Government has handed over the site for a critical security trench at Gusau International Airport to the contractor. This move aims to fast-track the project and ensure aviation safety standards. #Zamfara #Infrastructure

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