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The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has refuted claims that government taxes are responsible for the sharp increase in domestic airfares during the December festive period. In a statement on X, NCAA Director of Public Affairs Michael Achimugu attributed the price surge to market...

The Digest: Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema has stated that Nigerians pay the cheapest domestic airfares in the world, with tickets as low as ₦115,000, equivalent to less than $60, compared to similar flights abroad that cost hundreds of dollars. However, he revealed that airlines retain only about...

The Digest: An Air Peace flight from Lagos to Accra was disrupted before takeoff after a ground handling conveyor belt collided with the aircraft, causing damage and forcing the airline to transfer passengers to another plane. Key Points: The incident occurred after passengers had boarded...

The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a provisional operational permit to Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan, authorising the commencement of scheduled commercial flight operations. The approval follows state government efforts to upgrade the facility...

The Digest: According to the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), a man identified as Segun Martins was arrested at the General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport in Ilorin after attempting to stow away on a commercial aircraft he believed was bound for the United States. The NCAA...

The Digest: According to reports from Channels Television, Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has announced plans to seize and sell Dana Air's assets, a decisive move that places passenger safety and consumer rights above corporate survival, revealing how regulatory responsibility must sometimes...

The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has imposed a N5 million fine on Qatar Airways for consumer protection violations, marking the seventh airline sanctioned this year. This regulatory action reveals how Nigerian authorities are navigating the storm of international air travel...

The Digest: Social media influencers VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof risk criminal prosecution and up to five years' imprisonment following their physical altercation aboard a United Nigeria Airlines flight, as the NCAA vows to apply the full strength of aviation safety laws. Key Points: The...

The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has declared that social media influencers VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof will "face the full strength of the law" following their physical altercation aboard a United Nigeria Airlines flight from Asaba. Key Points: NCAA spokesperson Michael...

The Digest: A regulatory storm is brewing over the rights of Nigerian air travelers. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has declared its intent to apply "stiff penalties" against Qatar Airways for its alleged failure to comply with consumer protection regulations and the mistreatment...

The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has mandated domestic airlines to blacklist unruly passengers and strengthen protections for airline staff, following a surge in assaults and misconduct during flight disruptions. The directive aims to curb a growing trend of passenger...

The Digest: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is convening an emergency meeting with domestic airline operators in Abuja to address growing concerns over flight disruptions, unruly passenger behavior, and unresolved refunds. The session aims to reinforce safety protocols and improve...

The Digest: In a move aimed at tightening oversight in the aviation sector, Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, has directed the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to publicly shame airlines that violate regulations, particularly those involving passenger treatment. Key...

The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has directed Ibom Air to compensate passengers after a flight cancellation. The directive followed a public complaint, highlighting the tension between airline operations and consumer expectations. Rooted in the Storm, this incident...

The Digest: The Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo, has raised an alarm over rampant fraudulent activities in the aviation sector and has officially requested the intervention of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Key...

The Digest: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has summoned a passenger, Comfort Emmanson, and an Ibom Air flight attendant for a formal investigation. The summons follows a viral video of a clash on August 10 and marks a new phase in this public incident Key Points: The NCAA has...

The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a new directive, mandating that all mobile phones must be completely switched off during aircraft take-off and landing. This new rule, announced after an emergency meeting with stakeholders, is a step towards enhancing safety...

The Digest: In response to two recent aviation incidents involving KWAM 1 and Comfort Emmanson, Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has issued new directives aimed at resolving the issues and improving airport security protocols. The decisions reflect the government's approach to balancing...

The Digest: The Federal Government has appointed Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) as an ambassador for aviation security, following a controversial incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, where he was involved in a disruptive altercation with airline staff. Key Points...

The Digest: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has reduced the ban on Fuji musician KWAM 1 (Wasiu Ayinde) to one month. Minister Festus Keyamo also instructed the withdrawal of the criminal complaint filed against him, marking a shift in the ongoing controversy. Key Points: The...