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The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, in collaboration with Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has holds a three-day international conference focused on advancing science, artificial intelligence, and climate change solutions in Africa. The event, themed “Open Science, Open Knowledge, Artificial Intelligence, and Climate Change in Africa” took place…
The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, paid a courtesy visit to the Senate of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. The AAAU delegation, led by Aviation Ministry Permanent Secretary Dr. Emmanuel C. Meribole alongside the Registrar, Mustapha Sheikh Abdullahi, Director of Academic Planning, Professor Yahaya Zayyana Ibrahim, and other…
The International Transport Workers’ Federation has congratulated Nigeria for its impressive achievement in the aviation sector. The ITF General Secretary made this known in an official email to the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN at the closing session of the 46th ITF Congress. This is…
In a remarkable display of solidarity and support for Nigerian aviation and transport sector unions, the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN CON FCIarb (UK), has landed in Marrakesh, Morocco, for the 2024 International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Congress. His attendance as a special guest highlights…
FG Implements Capetown Convention Protocol on Deregistration 16/10/24. IDERA/AVIATION The Federal Government says it has fulfilled all judicial obligations and updated rules regarding the Irrevocable Deregistration and Export Request Authorization, IDERA, to standardize global procedures for registration or deregistration of aircrafts in the Country. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace…
In a landmark move aimed at advancing Nigeria’s aviation sector, the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN CON FCIarb (UK), has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boeing, one of the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers. The signing ceremony took place yesterday in Seattle, Washington,…
The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja in its pursuit for academic excellence and partnership for industrial experience for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students of the institution, signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the Nigerian College of Aviation Zaria. The event took place in NCAT office in Abuja, with…
The media has been advised to hold aviation industry players such as airlines, airports, and regulatory bodies accountable in prioritizing safety and security. They stressed the need for the capacity of media professionals to be strengthened to report aviation-related incidents accurately, avoiding sensationalism and understanding the implications of their reportage…
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has suspended its planned 800% increase in navigational charges. A spokesman for the agency Abdullahi Musa said the suspension was directed by the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo over “current economic challenges faced by Nigerians”. In a statement on Monday, the minister emphasised the…
The Director General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Professor Charles Anosike, has charged staff of the agency to embrace and adhere to code of ethics in public service. He gave the charge in Abuja during the launch of the agency’s Anti-Corruption and Bribery Policy and Code of Ethics. Professor…
