Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN has directed the implementation of a hybrid payment system that allows the use of both cash and card payments at all airports access gates to ease payment arrangements. The recently introduced cashless payment options at airport access gates had led to chaos at the airports leading to its suspension. …
FAAN Reiterates Commitment To Nationwide Airports Cashless Payment System
The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, has reiterated “the Authority’s resolve to fully implement a cashless payment system across all airport payment points nationwide, effective February 28, 2026.” Ina statement by the Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, “the reaffirmation came during a visit by executives and members of …
FAAN And Customs Licensed Cargo Agents Agree On Cargo Port Charges At MMIA
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says it has reached “an agreement with Customs Licensed Cargo Agents operating at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos on the proposed review of cargo port charges. In a statement by the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr. Henry Agbebire, “The agreement was achieved at a stakeholders’ meeting held on …
Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority Certifies Port-Harcourt And Kano Airports
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has certified the Obafemi Awolowo International Airport, Port Harcourt and the Aminu Kano International Airports, a move which enhances the safety profile of the two aerodromes. The certification was announced at a ceremony at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. The certification of the two aerodromes also boosts the confidence of operators into those …
Nigeria To Host ACI-Africa 2026 Regional Conference
Nigeria has confirmed its readiness to host the 2026 Airport Council International (Africa) Regional Conference and in preparation for the airport event ACI Africa Secretary, Mr. Ali Tounsi visited Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo. SAN. In a statement signed by Mr. Henry Agbebire, Director, Public Affairs And Consumer Protection, the Federal Airports Authority of …
Nigeria’s Aviation Industry Challenges Are Investment Opportunities- FAAN MD
The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Oluwaseun Kuku has stated that the challenges and gaps in the Nigerian aviation industry should not just be seen as obstacles but evidence of “Nigeria’s unparalleled investment portfolio.” While giving her opening speech and welcome remarks at the 2025 FAAN National Aviation Conference (FNAC) which held in Lagos, Nigeria, …
FAAN Board Carries Out Strategic Inspection of Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport
According to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), in a bold demonstration of commitment to operational excellence and infrastructural renewal, the Chairman of the Board of the Authority, His Excellency, Dr. Umar Abdullahi Ganduje, CON other members of the Board on an extensive inspection tour of the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). In a statement by Mr. Henry …
FAAN Reaffirms Transparency Commitment as Nigeria Exit FATF Grey List
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reaffirmed its “unwavering commitment to transparency and its role as a key champion in Nigeria’s ongoing battle against corruption and financial malpractices.” The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, made this statement while officially congratulating the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) on the …
The New Tax Act 2025: Implications For The Nigerian Aviation Industry
By Aminat Bakare Nigeria is bracing itself for a significant change in taxation as the Federal government of Nigeria’s new tax laws are billed for implementation from January 1, 2026. The new tax regime will have impact on corporate taxation, personal income tax, VAT amongst other significant effects for companies and individuals. In other to create awareness for the …
FAAN MD, Olubunmi Kuku Elected as ACI Africa Vice President
Nigeria’s Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has been elected Vice President of Airports Council International (ACI) Africa. According to FAAN, “this election not only highlights her leadership but also elevates her from her previous role as Regional Advisor for Africa to a permanent member on the ACI World Governing Board.” It can be …








