United Nigeria secures aircraft from Southwest Airlines

United Nigeria and US-based Southwest Airlines have reached an aircraft purchase agreement, with United Nigeria acquiring 6 Boeing 737-800s formerly operated by Southwest Airlines and options for 4 additional aircraft.

ValueJet Launches Direct Flights from Lagos to Gambia

On the 15th of May, Nigerian airline ValueJet officially inaugurated direct flights between Lagos, Nigeria, and Banjul (BJL, Gambia), marking a significant expansion of its West African network.

Max Air given green light to resume domestic flights

Max Air, a Nigerian airline, has resumed its domestic flight operations following a two-month suspension prompted by safety concerns

Emirates and Air Peace Join Forces to Boost Travel Connectivity to Nigeria

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced an exciting new interline agreement with Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest carrier. This collaboration will significantly enhance travel options for passengers flying to and from Nigeria, offering smoother connections and a range of benefits for both leisure and corporate travellers.

Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority sanctions 5 airlines

In a bold move to uphold consumer rights and ensure compliance with aviation regulations, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) … More

MaxAir Suspends Operations

MaxAir, a prominent Nigerian airline based in Katsina, has announced the suspension of all its flight operations for three months, effective midnight on January 31, 2025. This decision comes in the wake of a recent incident involving the airline’s only Boeing 737-400 aircraft, 5N-MBD, which suffered a nose wheel landing gear collapse and a rear tire burst during a landing at Kano on January 28.

United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Nigeria

A United Airlines flight en route to America left multiple people injured after an emergency was declared due to a technical issue.

Ibom Air Expansion Plans

Ibom Air, Nigeria’s local government-owned airline, is set to embark on an exciting journey of growth as the airline expands … More