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Dati expresses optimism in improved airport facilitation to achieving Tinubu’s $1billion economy

Editor 1 LAGOS - A Former General Manager, Public Affairs at Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mr. Yakubu Dati, has highlighted the improvements witnessed during the recent Yuletide season, mostly the busiest period for air travel in Nigeria, as a major contributor to the economy.  Dati said that the seamless facilitation of passengers, including returning Nigerians, tourists, diplomats, and entrepreneurs, during the period, demonstrated the aviation sector’s potential as a key driver of economic activity. Dati praised FAAN’s Managing Director, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, noting the agency’s efforts in leveraging operational improvements, technological advancements, and a strong customer service focus to handle the holiday rush effectively. “FAAN’s proactive measures during the peak season have earned the admiration of both local and international travelers, reinforcing confidence in Nigeria’s aviation sector,” Dati stated. He added that Mrs. Kuku’s dedication to enhancing airp...
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AMCON says still considering liquidation of Arik Air, vows to recover N227bn debt

Editor 1 Head, Corporate Communications Department, AMCON, Mr Jude Nwauzor, speaking at a strategic media stakeholders of AMCON on Thursday in Lagos.   LAGOS - The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) says it is determined to recover N227 billion debt from Arik Air. The Head, Corporate Communications of AMCON, Mr Jude Nwauzor, made this known during an interactive session with aviation correspondents on Friday in Lagos. According to him, AMCON’s plan to liquidate Arik Air is still on as efforts to revive the airline have so far proved abortive. He said that the actions of AMCON, a debt recovery agency, is backed by Sections 6 and 48 of the AMCON Act. Nwauzor said that the meeting was to clarify some misrepresentations on the issue. “AMCON continues to face resistance from a number of debtors who are unwilling to pay without a fight. “One of these debtors is Arik Air Ltd. (in Receivership), an airline company owned by Sir Johnson Arumemi-Ikhide, who is also the promo...
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Finchglow Holdings Chairman praised as he receives Honorary Doctorate

Editor 1   LAGOS - Finchglow Holdings has celebrated its Chairman, Mr. Kolawole Adesina, who was recently awarded an honorary doctorate degree of science (D.Sc) at the 55th Convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos.  Mrs. Temilade Adu, Public Relations Manager, Finchglow Holdings made the disclosure in a statement on Sunday. This prestigious recognition highlights Dr. Adesina’s significant contributions to leadership and nation-building, as well as his dedication to advancing the energy and infrastructure sectors in Nigeria and beyond. Adesina, who serves as the Group Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, an energy and infrastructure organisation with operations in 42 countries, was celebrated alongside other distinguished individuals for their exceptional impact on Nigeria’s development. Commenting on the recognition, the Group Managing Director of Finchglow Holdings, Mr. Bankole Bernard said: "This honor is a reflection of Dr. Adesina’s relentless drive for transfor...
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Unruly passenger of Ibom Air faces flight disruption charges -- NCAA confirms

Editor 1 LAGOS -- The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has confirmed that the unruly passenger in the Ibom Air saga, Ms Chiamaka Ubani, was on January 10, docked at Uyo Magistrates' Court by the Nigerian Police for flight disruption charges.  This was confirmed by the authority's Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr Micheal Achimugo in a post on his official X handle. Achimugo said that the defendant is facing a two-count charge bordering on intentionally and maliciously causing obstruction and public nuisance. According to him, she intentionally and maliciously prevented the door of the aircraft from closing and causing obstruction of flight Q1528 from flying, thereby committed an offence punishable under section 436 of the criminal code, Cap. 39, Vol. 2, laws of Akwa Ibom State." While on count 2, Ubani constituted herself into a public nuisance by obstructing flight Q1528 from flying at the scheduled time, an act which caused inconvenience or da...
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Gbeleyi hails Tinubu on decentralisation of NCAT

Editor 1 LAGOS -- The Chief Executive Officer of Agil Travels and Tourism, Mr Ayo Gbeleyi has hailed President Bola Tinubu's move to decentralise the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT). According to Gbeleyi, the move will transform the country's Aviation sector by increasing access to quality training across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones.  Recall that Tinubu had on January 8, announced the splitting of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, Zaria, Kaduna State, into six campuses across the country’s geo-political zones. Emphasising the importance of appointing individuals with relevant sector experience to leadership positions, rather than based on appointments, Gbeleyi said decentralising the college was a step in the right direction. He commended the establishment of a campus in Akure, Ondo State, as a brilliant move to spread development to other parts of the country. He expressed optimism about the decentralization, stating it will equip Nigerians with...
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