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- 25 Sept 2013
Cost of Aviation Security Rises to $8.55Bn
The cost of aviation security has risen to $8.55 billion annually, according to International Air Transport Association (IATA). Security, especially in aviation circle is costly, complex and an…
- 18 Nov 2013
Aviation Industry IT Security Spending since 9/11 Hits $100Bn
Aviation industry’s susceptibility to cyber threats has been on the increase, despite some $ 100 billion spent on cyber security since 9/11, according to International Air Transport Association…
- 19 Feb 2014
Foreign Passenger Hails Honest Aviation Security Staff
Mr. Thomas Joseph McGorry, a foreign passenger, has praised the honesty of Aviation Security personnel at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja for handing over his lost purse to him, with all…
- 14 Sept 2015
FAAN to Commence Training of Aviation Firemen Security Personnel
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is set to commence intensive training of its Aviation Security, Airport Rescue and Firefighting personnel. Engineer Saleh Dunoma, managing director of…
- 28 Apr 2014
NCAA Approves 22 Airports’ Security Plans, Audits 18 Foreign Airlines
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has approved Security Programmes for 22 Airports in Nigeria in line with Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulation Part 17 requirements and the National…
- 27 Oct 2016
IATA: Principles to Manage Aviation’s Security Challenges
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on industry and governments to work together in an even stronger partnership to provide durable solutions to aviation’s security challenges.…
- 15 Feb 2016
IATA Says Partnerships Key to Securing Aviation’s Benefits
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed partnerships among all stakeholders, including governments, to help aviation fulfil its important role as a catalyst for global economic…
- 17 Jul 2018
Arik Air, Police Pledge Enhanced Cooperation to Boost Aviation Security
The management of Arik Air has pledged to enhance its cooperation with the Nigerian Police in a bid to further boost security at the nation’s airports. The airline said information sharing was…
- 25 Apr 2013
NCAA Certifies 7 Airports' Private Security Outfits
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has declared seven private security companies fit to provide aviation security services at the nation’s airports. Mr. Joyce Daniel Nkemakolam, acting director…
- 10 Jun 2015
Nigeria Scores Over 90% as ICAO Declares No Security Concern
The team of International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Auditors has revealed that Nigeria performed excellently in the 9 – day audit conducted on the nation’s aviation security system. Fan…
- 4 Feb 2013
Security, Finance Remain Challenges for Aviation-Oni
Akin Oni is managing director, Bristow Helicopters (Nigeria), a company that has operated in West Africa for more than 50 years, primarily providing crew transport services to offshore drilling rigs…
- 21 Nov 2012
FAAN Embarks on Security Re-alignment
The Aviation Safety and Security Directorate of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is being restructured, in line with the on-going transformation taking place in the Authority.…
- 13 Mar 2019
FAAN to Arm AVSEC at Airports
Federal Airports of Nigeria (FAAN) is working on plans to secure approval for Aviation Security (AVSEC) officials to bear arms, Saleh Dunoma, managing director, has said. Dunoma explained that…
- 3 Sept 2015
FAAN Security Intercepts Passenger with over $200,000 at MMIA
Aviation Security personnel of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria today September 3, 2015 prevented the trafficking of a total sum of 271, 135 American dollars through the Murtala…
- 30 Mar 2017
IATA Reacts to US Large Electronic Restrictions, Proffers Solution
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on governments to urgently find alternatives to recently announced measures by the United States and the United Kingdom to restrict the…
- 11 Dec 2013
Honest FAAN Personnel Returns $8,500 to Passenger
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), said that its aviation security personnel at the Murtala Muhamed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos returned $ 8,500 lost by a Nigerian, Mrs.…
- 9 Apr 2015
Technology Boosts SAHCOL on EU ACC3 Validation
The European Union (EU) has designated the Skyway Aviation Handling Company Limited (SAHCOL) as a 3rd country European Union Aviation Security Validated Regulated Agent. The validation certificate…
- 14 Jul 2016
FAAN Believes 240 New Recruits Will Enhance Safety & Security
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said that training is part of the Authority's commitment to entrench safety and security in the nation's airports. Engr Saleh Dunoma, managing…
- 18 Mar 2015
NCAA Orders Arik Air to Review Security Arrangement
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has directed the management of Arik Air to review their existing security arrangement around their aircraft when not in operation. In the specific, Capt.…
- 8 Jan 2014
NIMET, AIPB Record Major Milestones
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and the Accident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIPB) have recorded various achievements that have enhanced aviation safety and security in Nigeria’s…
- 8 Jun 2015
IATA Advocates Deeper Industry, Governments partnership on Smarter Regulation
The International Air Transport Industry (IATA) advocated for an even deeper partnership with governments based on global standards in the critical areas of safety, infrastructure, security,…
- 2 Dec 2015
Suspected Stowaway Nabbed at MMA
Vigilant Aviation Security staff of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), on Tuesday, apprehended a man, Mr. Alabibu Olushola, who was attempting to stow away in a taxing aircraft on the…
- 30 Jun 2016
Terrorism: FAAN Warns Passengers, Installs More Security Gadgets
The management of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said it is constrained to advise all airport users, especially passengers and airline operators, to be security conscious at…
- 18 Feb 2015
Three Arik Air Staff Nabbed Siphoning Jet-A1 Fuel from Aircraft
Luck ran out on three Arik Air workers who were arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos siphoning fuel from an aircraft, according to Ministry of Aviation. Osita Chidoka, the…
- 3 Dec 2016
NCS Confers Fellowship on Ogochukwu, 13 Others
Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has conferred its professional fellowship on members who through their expertise have contributed to the advancement of information technology in Nigeria. Engr. Ifeanyi…
- 21 Apr 2015
FAAN Advocates Collaboration for African Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) will continue to play a leading role in advocating collaboration among aviation partners to address major challenges in development of the air…
- 26 Oct 2015
Deeper Partnership to Improve Passenger Experience, Cybersecurity- IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for a deeper partnership with governments to improve the passenger experience of security and facilitation processes. Implementation of Smart…
- 25 Dec 2019
NCC Invites Input on Proposed Drones Regulation
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has met with stakeholders, including the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), to harmonise the…
- 27 Oct 2014
CyberThreats: Aviation Industry Yet To Build Enough Strategy-IATA
International Air Transport Association (IATA), believes the industry has not built enough corporation and strategy to combat the ‘imminent’ threat, although the global aviation sector has been…
- 16 Jul 2026
FAAN to Replace Physical ID Check with V-Pass Biometric Verification
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to introduce a biometric identity verification system, known as V-Pass, to speed up passenger processing and enhance security at…