Ethiopia has launched construction of a $12.7 billion mega-airport in Bishoftu, designed to handle 110 million passengers annually. The project aims to cement the country's status as Africa's premier aviation hub. Read more about this historic infrastruct
Lagos Airport is the only Nigerian hub in Africa's top 10 for departing seats in December 2025, ranking 6th. African air travel capacity grew 6.8%. Read the full OAG report analysis.
African Telescope Newspaper appoints scholars from Kenya, Ghana, Cameroon & Nigeria to its Editorial Board to strengthen Africa-focused journalism. Read about their expertise.
NAHCO secures major handling contracts with Air France, KLM & others. SAHCO commits to operational excellence and innovation in 2026. Key developments for Nigeria's aviation ground handling sector.
APM Terminals marks 10 years of its Kano ICD, reporting expansion to 11 shipping lines and 600 monthly containers. The company aims to restore Kano's historic role as a major trade hub for Niger and Chad. Read more.
Borno State boosts economy with $800k leather exports and launches a new industrial hub with a dry port. Governor Zulum presents N890.33bn budget for 2026. Read more.
Kebbi State attracts major investments in renewable energy and agriculture, including a $120m solar plant and a N220bn agro-hub, to boost its economy and energy transition. Read more.
Enugu State commissions a model veterinary hospital and flags off an integrated livestock development centre, aiming to transform agriculture and become a regional agro-export hub. #Agriculture #Enugu
The Nigerian Air Force has destroyed a key IED manufacturing hub and neutralised bandits in precision strikes in Zamfara State. Read the full report on the latest success in the fight against armed banditry.
Nigerian Air Force precision strikes destroy IED manufacturing hub at Kachalla Dogo Sule's Camp and a hideout at Turba Hill in Zamfara, neutralising several bandits. Read more.
Energy expert Canice Emeka outlines seven non-negotiable steps Nigeria must take by 2035 to become Africa's largest and most reliable energy powerhouse. Learn the plan.
Falcon Aerospace strengthens its board with aviation veteran Captain Ahmed Borodo as Non-Executive Director. This move follows the firm's $10M investment and international growth. Read more.
Following the 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash, interim compensation has been paid to the lone survivor, victims' families, and ground survivors. Total liabilities reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Read the full report.
Nigeria is falling behind Indonesia in the blue economy race, warns Maritime Innovations Hub CEO Ronke Kosoko. Urgent investment and action are needed to close the gap. Read more.
Fresh tension in Nigeria's aviation sector as ATSSSAN officials warn against centralising union leadership under FAAN, calling it a 'dangerous monopoly'. Elections set for December 10 in Jos.
Nigerian aviation experts warn new tax reforms from January 2026 could slash sector GDP by 20% and cut 30% of jobs. Learn the risks and calls for government intervention.
Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe of Fidelity Bank urges the FG to create a special funding window from the CRR to tackle the $25bn aviation finance crisis. Discover the plan to save Nigeria's airlines.
Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics signs MoU with Auxano Aviation for 30 Jabiru J430 planes to expand pilot training capacity. Delivery starts this December.
ValueJet Airline invites Nigerian graduates to apply for its 2025 Graduate Trainee Programme. Gain hands-on aviation experience, mentorship, and career growth. Applications close 31 December.
IBUAM signs MoU with Auxano Aviation for 30 Jabiru aircraft to boost pilot training. Minister Festus Keyamo hails the deal at the Nigeria International Airshow. Full delivery expected by 2027.
United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has announced job openings for three strategic roles in Lagos. Learn about the positions, requirements, and steps to apply before the closing date.
FAAN's 2025 National Aviation Conference, led by Chairman Ganduje and MD Kuku, outlined major reforms and called for global partnerships to elevate Nigeria's airports. Read the key outcomes.
Fidelity Bank CEO Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe urges the Federal Government to create specialised funding from the CRR to bridge Nigeria's $25 billion aviation finance gap and support fleet growth.
FAAN's 2025 aviation conference saw Chairman Ganduje and MD Kuku unveil plans for investment, global partnerships, and major airport upgrades, driven by Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.
At the 2025 Social Innovators Programme, LEAP Africa declared Africa a global innovation centre driven by youth. Discover the award winners and key insights.
Nigerians face soaring airfares and tough travel choices this festive season as ticket prices surge up to 150% on major routes. Get the latest price breakdown and expert analysis.
Airbus reduces its 2025 aircraft delivery target from 820 to 790 due to a supplier quality issue on A320 fuselage panels. The company says up to 628 jets may need inspection.
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo apologised for the poor outcome of the maiden Nigeria International Airshow but pledged significant improvements for future editions. Read his full vision for Nigeria's aviation future.
President Tinubu announces plans for local aircraft component manufacturing, aiming to make Nigeria West Africa's aviation hub. Passenger traffic is projected to hit 25.7 million by 2029.
Nigeria marks 100 years of aviation with its first-ever International Airshow in Abuja, backed by Flybird AMSL & Minister Keyamo. Discover how this event bridges Africa's connectivity gaps.