Airport Reporters

  Ganduje Leads FAAN Board on Strategic Inspection of Kano International Airport. ... Orders Swift Action on Infrastructure Gaps In a bold demonstration of commitment to operational excellence and infrastructural renewal, the Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), His Excellency, Dr. Umar Abdullahi Ganduje, CON, on Tuesday, November 11, led members of the FAAN Board of Directors on an extensive inspection tour of the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). The high-powered delegation, which include :  the Managing Director/Chief Executive of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, the Board Secretary and Director of Legal Services, Mrs. Bridget Gold, Engr. Nasiru Muazu and Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim Suleiman (Members of the FAAN board) embarked on a comprehensive tour covering the airside, terminal, and landside areas of the airport.  Also on the entourage was the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr. Henry Agbebire, who provided in...

 NSE President Commends Federal Government  ...Says Government Shaping the Future of Nigeria through Digital Empowerment    The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala  has commended the Federal Government for its remarkable efforts in shaping the future of Nigeria through digital empowerment. Speaking at the NITDA 2025 Digital Nigeria International Conference held on 11th November 2025, in Abuja, she praised the government’s ongoing commitment to advancing digital inclusivity and fostering growth within Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. The NSE President specifically appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,  under his "Renewed Hope Agenda," for prioritizing digital transformation as a key pillar of national development. She noted that this initiative is essential in bridging the gap between technology and everyday life, ensuring that every sector, from education to healthcare, benefits from digital innovation. She emph...

 AerCap Dry leases B737 NG to Air Peace ......Applauds airline for its financial discipline , integrity AerCap, the world’s largest aircraft lessor, has praised Air Peace Limited, West and Central Africa’s largest carrier, for its financial integrity and  discipline in securing the delivery of a dry-leased Boeing 737-700 NG,  a historic milestone for Nigerian aviation, marking the first dry lease transaction in over a decade. Speaking at the airline’s dry lease arrival ceremony held at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1 Hall, Gad Wavomba, Vice President of Leasing at AerCap, described the event as “a historic moment for Nigeria and the region.” Wavomba emphasized the significance of the achievement, noting that a decade had passed without a dry lease transaction in the country, following a period during which Nigeria had been effectively blacklisted in the global leasing market due to regulatory and compliance challenges. He highlighted the collaborative efforts that...

 AAAU , De Montfort University Readies   Engineering Faculty For  Take-Off As part of ongoing preparations for the establishment of the Faculty of Engineering at the African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, a delegation from the University embarked on a facility tour to the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development, De Montfort University (DMU), United Kingdom. The meeting focused on faculty development discussions and the inspection of relevant facilities at DMU. This initiative forms part of AAAU’s strategic plan to commence academic programmes in Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, aimed at equipping the next generation of aviation professionals with the technical expertise and practical skills required for the evolving aviation and aerospace industry. The collaboration also seeks to identify essential infrastructure, laboratories, and workshops necessary for the smooth take-off of the new faculty. Representing AAAU were the Registrar, ...

  FAAN orders removal of petrol tankers, other vehicles from Airport Road    The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has ordered  the immediate removal of petrol tankers, limousine cabs and other vehicles parked along the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA) Road, describing their unauthorised presence as a security and safety threat around the critical air transport infrastructure. FAAN said it was constrained to issue the notice after a series of communications to the owners of such vehicles, which appear  not to yield the desired results. Its Managing Director / Chief Executive, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku who disclosed at a briefing on Monday to herald activities marking : FAAN Safety Week, said the authority will continue to engage stakeholders on possible causes of conflict and its attendant consequences for the air travel ecosystem. She said the sight of such vehicles along the Airport Road does not reflect good optics for the country , warni...

 NDLEA EDO STATE ARRESTS 39 SUSPECTS WITH 2,477.59KG The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended thirty-nine (39) suspected drug traffickers, consisting of twenty-seven (27) males and twelve (12) females, with 2,477.59 Kg of narcotic drugs. The state commander, Dr Mitchell Ofoyeju, stated in Benin City while presenting the operational scorecard for October 2025. Three cannabis sativa farms measuring 6.711192 hectares with an estimated yield of 16,777.98 kg were also destroyed within the period under review. In his report, which covers both drug trafficking and drug demand reduction within the state, Commander Mitchell said that these operations have highlighted the ongoing significant progress recorded in combatting the drug trade in Edo State. "Our commitment remains steadfast as we continue to enforce the law, educate members of the public, and rehabilitate affected individuals who have problems using drugs. The fight against drug tr...

 NDLEA , Truck Owners Collaborate to Combat Drug-Induced Accidents The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in a proactive move to address the rising concern of drug-induced accidents involving heavy-duty trucks in Edo State, has initiated collaboration with the Heavy Duty Truck Owners, Marketers and Suppliers Association (HATOMSA), Edo State Chapter. This followed a courtesy visit to the NDLEA in Benin City led by Chairman Comrade Sarahaisu Musa at the weekend. The visit aimed to foster collaboration between the two organisations in promoting safety and reducing drug abuse among truck operators in the region. NDLEA's Edo State Commander, Dr Mitchell Ofoyeju, expressed grave concerns over the alarming trend of drug-related incidents involving heavy-duty vehicles. He highlighted that such incidents not only endanger the lives of drivers but also pose significant risks to other road users. "We have observed a worrying increase in road accidents attributed to drug abuse ...