Airport Reporters

  Aviation stakeholders canvass robust regulation , training  Aviation stakeholders have renewed calls for deeper collaboration across the industry, warning that global air transport safety and efficiency cannot be sustained without coordinated action. Speaking at the Aviation Mode Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, CILT, lecture World ICAO Day celebration, they emphasized that the theme, “Working to Ensure No Country Is Left Behind,” reflects an urgent global reality, aviation is only as strong as its weakest link. Delivering the lead message, Dr. Uyi Asuen, of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, said the success of global aviation depends on every country maintaining strong safety systems, regulatory alignment, and effective border controls. He warned that gaps in regulation, inefficient airports, or weak oversight in any single state can compromise the entire network, stressing that Nigeria must urgently strengthen regulation, operational integration, a...

 FinchGlow Holdings boss   calls on Fed Govt to reduce charges on passengers' ticket  Group Managing Director of Finchglow Holdings, Mr  Bankole Bernard has called on the Federal Government to consider reduction on taxes and levies on airline tickets in order to drive down the oscillating cost of tickets for domestic air travel. He said the multiplicity of levies and charges factored into air tickets by the relevant aeronautical agencies , cannot be absorbed by the airlines, but will be passed on to passengers. Bernard said though ticket prices for local travel could be described as the highest in Nigeria, but attributed several reasons for the spike in fares , in particular the forces of demand and supply. Speaking at a briefing in Lagos at the weekend, the former President of National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA), said the skyrocketing costs of air tickets has become concerning, but regretted that there is nothing the regulatory body co...

  ATSSSAN urges Plateau State Govt to invest in airport construction  The  Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN) has urged the Plateau state government to invest in the construction of airports for overall development of the state. Its President, Comrade  Illitrus Ahmadu said the state remains Nigeria's leading tourist destination if the right investment is put in place to boost its tourism, logistics and trade. In his address at the 4th Quadrennial delegates conference of ATSSSAN held in Jos,  Ahmadu said he is  aware that the state government has plans to invest in aviation and allied ventures and called for the translation of the plan into concrete action for the benefit of the state. Ilitrus said there is  opportunity yet to be tapped in the civil aviation infrastructure at  - Yakubu Gowon Airport in Jos. He assured that ATSSSAN will collaborate with the state government to conduct a civil aviation career exposit...

  BASL, Wema Bank partner for MMA2 Xmas light up  Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2), has  opened its doors to MBR Signature Events and Entertainment Company through a vibrant partnership with Wema Bank to usher the spirit of Christmas into the terminal. While welcoming guests to the event, Mr. Kola Bamigboye, Acting Chief Operating Officer and Head, Space & Premises Management, expressed delight in hosting the ceremony.  He stated that BASL is pleased to welcome Wema Bank to MMA2 as the official sponsor of this year’s Christmas festivities.  He noted that MBR Signature, together with its partners, has consistently brought colour, creativity, and warmth to the terminal during the festive season, and this year’s collaboration with Wema Bank further elevates the experience for passengers and visitors.  Mr. Bamigboye added that the partnership exemplifies BASL’s commitment to improvin...

 NDLEA EDO CRACKS DOWN ON DRUG CARTELS IMPOUNDS VEHICLES, 763 KG OF SKUNK  As part of the pre-yuletide drug control strategies, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo State Command, has successfully intercepted large consignments of skunk cannabis in two separate operations, resulting in the seizure of over 763 kilograms of the illicit substance and the arrest of two suspected traffickers.  NDLEA Edo State Commander Mitchell Ofoyeju, PhD, described both seizures as impressive efforts towards ridding the state of illicit drugs during the end-of-the-year festive season. He emphasized that the agency remains resolute in its commitment to curbing the production, trafficking, and distribution of illicit drugs in the state. “These arrests and seizures demonstrate our unwavering dedication to eradicating drug-related crimes that threaten the safety and well-being of our communities, especially as we are approaching the end of the year festive season,” he said. Acc...

NAHCO Fetes Stakeholders ......'Says You’re the Reason we Excel'   The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (nahco aviance) has attributed its record-breaking strides in the industry to the support and cooperation of its partners.  The Company made the statement in an evening it brought its customers and other stakeholders together to thank them for their continued support and collaboration. NAHCO, which organized the stakeholders dinner for its partner airlines, cargo agents, regulators and other stakeholders Friday, December 5, 2025, thanked its stakeholders for their support.  The Chairman, Board of Directors of the Company, Dr. Seinde Oladapo Fadeni declared that NAHCO values all its clients, adding, “we just cannot thank you enough. You are the reason NAHCO is doing so well and setting the standard in the entire sub-region.” Fadeni reaffirmed NAHCO’s commitment to enhanced service quality while assuring that the Company is actively implementing measures to maintain...

 NDLEA, ARMY COMMANDERS TURN HEAT ON DRUG BARONS IN EDO The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigerian Army are enhancing collaboration to flush out drug trafficking cartels in Edo State. This was the outcome of a visit by the Commanding Officer of the Nigeria Army 4 Brigade, Brigadier General A.O. Balogun, to Commander of Narcotics Mitchell Ofoyeju at the NDLEA Headquarters in Benin City, Edo State. The meeting, held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, discussed important steps towards strengthening inter-agency relationships as well as modalities to drastically reduce the activities of drug cultivation and abuse. Commander Mitchell expressed gratitude for the visit, highlighting the imperative of a united front in the fight against the drug menace, which poses a significant threat to national security and public health. During the discussions, both leaders underscored the critical role that military support plays in combating drug-related crimes. They sent a strong w...