Nigeria

By Ella Nethersole
As Nigeria’s aviation market continues to grow, the country is set to host its first-ever International Airshow Dec. 2-4 at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
Airports & Networks

By Alan Peaford
Nigeria’s Air Peace takes a major step with its inaugural first flight from Nigeria’s capital Abuja to London Heathrow.
Airlines & Lessors

By Robert Wall
The past fiscal year was one for the ages in terms of interest in U.S. missiles abroad.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Ella Nethersole
United Nigeria Airlines is looking ahead to Boeing 737-800 operations after signing an agreement with LCC Southwest Airlines to acquire six of the aircraft.
Airlines & Lessors

By Ella Nethersole
Air Peace has continued its widebody fleet expansion, taking delivery of a fourth Boeing 777-200ER which will be used for long-haul services to the UK.
Airlines & Lessors

By Robert Wall
The Nigerian Air Force says it is exploring co-development of what it calls a “fully indigenous” African uncrewed aerial vehicle with the Ethiopian Air Force.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Alan Dron
Another Nigerian region aims to step up its aviation interests, constructing a new airport and bringing a local airline more closely under its control.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Garrett Reim
Letters of intent to acquire the Ultra Short come from more than 50 companies and Electra.aero values those preorders at nearly $9 billion.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Alan Dron
A decision in a Nigerian court may improve opportunities for the country’s airlines to tap into the international aircraft leasing market.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Victoria Moores
Nigerian carrier Ibom Air is planning to add two or three new Central African destinations in 2025.
Airports & Networks

By Victoria Moores
Ibom Air is looking to transition to an all-Airbus A220 fleet to expand its intra-African operations, mirroring the business model of Latvian carrier airBaltic.
Small Narrowbody Jets

By Tony Osborne
Nigeria’s Air Force has topped up its fleet of Leonardo AW109 Trekker utility helicopters with the purchase of 10 aircraft, the service has confirmed.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Alan Dron
Nigeria is pledging to enhance the viability of the country’s airports, while simultaneously embarking on a review of its airport master plan.
Small Narrowbody Jets

By Alan Dron
Boeing has signed an MOU with Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development to strengthen the industry in the West African nation.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Alan Dron
Prior to the grounding, Arik Air was the fourth-largest provider of domestic capacity in Nigeria with a 7.6% share of the market.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alan Dron
The Nigerian state of Ebonyi plans to establish its own airline, as part of efforts to improve the economy of the region.
Airlines & Lessors

By Kurt Hofmann
However, the airline is continuing to develop its multi-hub strategy in Africa.
Airlines & Lessors

By David Casey
IATA has previously been critical of Nigeria for blocking airline funds from the sale of tickets, cargo space, and other activities.
Airlines & Lessors

By Tony Osborne
The Nigerian Air Force says it is expecting its first batch of M-346 light attack aircraft before year’s end.
Light Attack and Advanced Training

By Victoria Moores
Air Peace has finalized plans to launch a new long-haul route between Lagos and London Gatwick, using a Boeing 787-9 wet leased from Norse Atlantic Airways.
Airlines & Lessors

By Victoria Moores
Nigerian domestic carrier Ibom Air is considering a follow-on order for Airbus A220s, as it begins to branch out into regional flights within Africa.
Airlines & Lessors

By Tony Osborne
The Nigerian Air Force is due to take delivery of some 46 new aircraft over the next 18 months, the service’s chief has announced.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By David Casey
A new operator has commenced domestic flights in Nigeria with the launch of NG Eagle.
Airports & Networks

By Tony Osborne
MD Helicopters has closed a 12-helicopter deal with the Nigerian Army to deliver light attack versions of the company’s MD530 single-engine light rotorcraft.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Alan Dron
Several airlines are currently completely or partially grounded and operations of others are strained.
Airlines & Lessors