FG directs NCAA to name and shame airlines over flight disruptions. NCAA vows to enforce sanctions against operators who flout regulations. Minister of Aviation backs immediate commencement of the policy. The Federal Government has directed the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to begin naming and shaming airlines that disrupt flights without valid reasons. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
NCAA Boss Decries Rising Flight Cancellations Chris Najomo, acting DG of the NCAA, highlights over 190 flight cancellations in two months. Airlines operated 5,291 flights in September, with 2,434 delays and 79 cancellations. October saw 5,513 flights, 2,791 delays, and 111 cancellations. The acting Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Chris Najomo, … Read more
Violated Part 19 of the NCAA regulations Incessant disruptions during Yuletide caused a surge in passengers’ complaints Nonpayment of refunds within the stipulated time frame The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has sanctioned five airlines for various offences. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, NCAA, Michael Achimugu, made this … Read more
The Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released its preliminary report on the Sikorsky S76C helicopter crash that occurred near Bonny Finima, Port Harcourt, in the Atlantic Ocean. The report includes findings from this crash and the final investigation reports of six other incidents at Nigerian airports. Dr. Alex Badeh Jnr, the Director General of … Read more
The Acting Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Ona Najomo has said that Nigeria’s aviation sector is poised to play a pivotal role in driving economic transformation, fostering regional integration, and enhancing community connectivity. Ekohotblog reports that Najomo cited the country’s improved ranking on the Aviation Working Group’s Cape … Read more
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, says it will sanction errant airlines for delaying flights unnecessarily, urging aviation passengers to be more informed about their challenges while travelling via airports. Head of Consumer Protection, NCAA , Michael Achimugu, stated this on Saturday during a road walk in Port Harcourt, Rivers state capital. According to him, this … Read more
Federal Government Imposes Restrictions on Flight Crew Working for Multiple Airlines The Federal Government has issued a directive restricting licensed flight crew members, including pilots, from working with multiple airlines. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate Trump On Presidential Win Thousands Of ‘Trained’ Combatants Ready … Read more
Over 500 Dana Air staff protested in Lagos, blocking the company’s entrance over their sacking and unpaid April salaries. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) withdrew Dana Air’s operating licence after a runway skidding incident, leading to an ongoing safety and economic audit. Dana Air laid off its staff, attributing the decision to the audit … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) has formally notified Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) of alleged safety violations by Air Peace. This development comes just three months after Air Peace began operating its Lagos-London route. Editor’s Picks Iran President, Minister, Others Confirmed Dead In Helicopter Crash CBN Withdraws … Read more
XEJET Airlines Flight Skids Off Runway at Murtala Muhammed Airport All 52 Passengers Safely Evacuated After Controlled Disembarkation Incident Prompts Runway Closure, Raising Concerns Over Potential Delays Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a developing situation at the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos on Saturday, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has temporarily closed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that, in response to surging demands by passengers, the management of Air Peace has announced an increment of capacity on its Lagos to London route. In a statement released on Wednesday, the airline said more seats have been made available on the route in response to the overwhelming demand. The company … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the license of a private jet operator, Mattini Airline Services Limited. This development followed an incident at the Ibadan Airport on Friday where one of their aircraft overshot the runway. Editor’s Picks NNPC Releases 2022 Financial Statement Amidst Public Outcry Kidnapping: Wike … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the House of Representatives has summoned the former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika, to discuss the current state of the Nigeria Air project. Sirika is expected to clarify various issues surrounding the long-awaited national carrier initiative. Editor’s Pick FG Reveals Transport Companies, Routes For Tinubu’s 50% Transport Fare Reduction [PHOTOS] Ohanaeze … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has lifted the suspension on all foreign leased aircraft in the United Nigeria Airlines fleet. This news medium had previously reported that the NCAA suspended the airlines after one of it’s aircraft mistakenly landed passengers at the Asaba International Airport instead of its intended … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has dismissed the defence of United Nigeria Airlines over its Abuja-bound flight that diverted to Asaba, Delta State. He spoke on Monday during a meeting with heads of regulatory agencies over safety concerns in the aviation industry. United Nigeria Airlines had claimed that its pilot … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has suspended all foreign lease aircraft under United Nigeria Airlines following an incident where the airline diverted its Lagos-Abuja flight to Asaba. Passengers were understandably concerned on Sunday when the aircraft landed in Asaba instead of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. As a result, … Read more
EFCC has arrested the NCAA director alongside other officials. They were taken into custody over alleged N2billion ‘Duty Tour Allowance’ (DTA) fraud. The suspects are Bilkisu Adamu Sani, Director of Finance and Accounts; Hart Benson Fimienye, Deputy General Manager, Treasury. EKO HOT BLOG reports that operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have … Read more
Dana Air has announced that it would resume flights operation in Nigeria on November 9, 2022. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dana Air has announced plans to resume flight operations on November 9, 2022, after a successful conclusion of the audit organised by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority. The development comes four months after the … Read more
The NCAA chief explained that the decision was the outcome of a financial and economic health audit carried out on the airline by the Authority, and the findings of an investigation conducted on the airline’s flight operations recently… According to him, the suspension order has since been communicated to the management of Dana Airline EDITOR’S … Read more
The visibly livid passengers also complained that the airline refused to give them food or water… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the General Aviation Terminal (GAT) of the Murtala Muhammad Airport (domestic) was in disarray on Friday morning when Arik Air passengers disrupted the operation of the airline over the cancellation of their flights. It … Read more