The House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has announced its decision to investigate the alleged sale of two training helicopters by the Nigeria College of Aviation Technology, Zaria. In a statement on Monday, the committee Chairman, Hon. Ademorin Kuye said its attention was drawn to the development through media reports last Sunday on the purported sale of two Bell …

Following two weeks of suspension by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) over safety concerns, the Management of Max Air Limited is set to resume its domestic flight operations. In a statement, the airline assured its passengers that the safety issues raised had been addressed. The statement reads: “Max Air Limited is pleased to announce the resumption of domestic flight …

Travellers are expressing their disappointment and frustrations as airfares continue to skyrocket, making it increasingly difficult for individuals to embark on their desired trips. The rising costs, coupled with economic uncertainties, have left many passengers in a state of dismay. About two weeks after President Bola Tinubu promised to unify the nation’s multiple exchange rates, the regulatory bank decided to …

Despite the resolution of the House of Representatives to suspend the concession process for Nigeria’s four major airports, on Sunday, it was gathered that two of the facilities were already nearing commercial closure. Officials of the Federal Government told The PUNCH that the concession of the airports was approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) and, as such, there would …

The House of Representatives is set to investigate the incident of contaminated fuel observed in a Max Air plane. This followed a motion of urgent importance by Hon. Tunji Olawuyi, a member representing Ekiti/Isin/Oke-Ero and Irepodun federal constituency. On 12th July, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) suspended the airline’s domestic operations, citing contamination of Jet A1 fuel, amongst other …

The House of Representatives on Wednesday resolved to suspend the concession of airports in the country, which was pursued by the immediate past government of President Muhammadu Buhari. The resolution was a sequel to a motion by Hon. Kama Nkemakonam, titled “Need to Investigate the Concession of Airports in Nigeria”, at plenary. Moving the motion,  Nkemakonam noted that the most …

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the domestic operations of Max Air. NCAA ordered the suspension of Parts A3 and D43 regarding the use of the Boeing 737 aircraft type with immediate effect in a letter referenced as “NCAA/DG/AIR/11/16/363″. Part A3 deals with the airline’s aircraft authorization, while D43 deals with aircraft listing of the operations specifications issued …

The Senate, on Thursday, asked the Federal Government to review the concession of the Aminu Kano International Airport, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, and other international airports across the country. The Senate made this known at the plenary after passing a motion by a lawmaker from Kano South, Senator Sumaila Kawu. On 17th May, the Federal Executive Council, under immediate past …

Former Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika has finally reacted to controversies surrounding the unveiling of the new national carrier, Nigeria Air, 48 hours before his exit. The purported Nigeria Air was discovered to be a hired aircraft from Ethiopian Airline, repainted and rebranded in Nigeria colours. The scam has put the country in bad light globally. However, Sirika has …

Concerned Northern Forum (CNF) has called for the arrest and investigation of former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika, over the Nigerian Air scandal. In a statement yesterday, Chairman of the Forum, Ali Mohammed said: “The call for the arrest of Hadi Sirika followed the recent revelation by the interim MD of the so-called Nigeria Air, Captain Dapo Olumide when he appeared …