Arik, Nigeria’s largest airline, blamed the cancellation of all of its flights last week to a delay in getting insurance documentation as a result of the Sallah break. This left hundreds of people stranded. The documentation was sorted out though, and flights resumed on Wednesday. That was not the only reason put forward for their... Read More

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November 26, 2013

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It’s official! This is what the new national carrier, Nigerian Eagle looks like (PHOTOS)

by Oge Okonkwo There were reports from last week that prominent airline Aero Contractors has filled in the slot for a Nigerian national carrier and have been renamed Nigerian Eagle which will indicate its new status as Nigeria’s official airline. Exclusive pictures of the new airline have been revealed, which will be launched by president... Read More

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November 22, 2013

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Aero Contractors to be named national carrier, changes name to ‘Nigerian Eagle’

by Adeola Balogun The long wait for a Nigerian national carrier might soon be over as reports have it that prominent airline Aero Contractors is set to fill the slot. The airline is said to be making plans to change its name to Nigerian Eagle to reflect its new status as the nation’s official airline.... Read More

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November 18, 2013

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‘No, Jimoh Ibrahim was not arrested’: FIRS explains billionaire’s role in N6.8 billion tax evasion allegations

The Chairman of Global Fleet Group, Jimoh Ibrahim, was on Monday quizzed for several hours by the Special Enforcement Unit of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS, over alleged N6.8 billion tax evasion.‬ ‪ While initial reports had indicated that the businessman was arrested, sources at the FIRS told PREMIUM TIMES that he was merely “invited to help clear the... Read More

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May 22, 2013

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Court awards Air Nigeria passenger N5m as compensation for cancelled flight

by Rachel Ogbu A passenger who had his South Africa to Lagos flight cancelled has been awarded N5m as compensation following a Lagos Federal High Court judgement. Hakeem Ogunniran was to take an Air Nigeria flight to his destination but when the flight was cancelled unexpectedly the airline failed to reach out to him or... Read More

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February 25, 2013

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“Nigerians should thank me that I did not kill anybody while running Air Nigeria” – Jimoh Ibrahim

Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, the Group Managing Director of Global Fleet was yesterday a year older and he was available to speak with ThisDay Newspapers on his experience with running a thriving business in Nigeria and his plans at expanding the business. Read excerpts of the interview below: How do you feel at 46? I feel... Read More

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October 5, 2012

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“I don’t know why people are crucifying me over Air Nigeria” – Jimoh Ibrahim’s latest rant

By Reuben Daba Well some of us have given up on trying to figure out Jimoh Ibrahim and the things he says. But it’s clear that Jimoh Ibrahim makes sense to Jimoh Ibrahim, and for as long as that remains the case, don’t expect to stop hearing from him anytime soon. So depending on your... Read More

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September 29, 2012

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“He owes us 4-months’ pay” – Air Nigeria staff take Jimoh Ibrahim to court

by Stanley Azuakola Let’s face it: Nobody expected Jimoh Ibrahim’s words communicating his sack of all Air Nigeria staff and closing down the airline as the final word on the matter. Certainly there was more to come. As promised, workers of the grounded airline have dragged the chairman, Jimoh Ibrahim and the chief executive officer,... Read More

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September 10, 2012

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“I am bigger than Richard Branson” – Top 10 craziest quotes by Jimoh Ibrahim

by Stanley Azuakola Jimoh Ibrahim is all the rage in Nigerian social media circles these days. And why not? Arguably, the most controversial businessman in the land, Ibrahim recently suspended the operations of both the Newswatch magazine and Air Nigeria. Apart from his legendary business closing abilities, perhaps the most distinctive thing about Ibrahim is... Read More

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September 9, 2012

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TICKER: Air Nigeria passengers stranded for hours in London, asked to contribute for fuel

Over 190 Air Nigeria passengers who arrived the Gatwick Airport 8:30 on Friday morning to fly back home were allegedly stranded at the airport for about eight hours. Local media report that the delay was due to the lack of fuel to fly the aircraft to Lagos, thus the passengers were asked to contribute extra... Read More

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September 9, 2012

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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: The Air Nigeria disaster (YNaija FrontPage)

The one thing I’ve never understood with business owners, especially those ones like Jimoh Ibrahim who brag constantly about how they own business upon business, is the audacity to not pay staff that run these businesses. It’s tough to describe Sir Richard Branson as anything but a fighter; someone who dares to go where no... Read More

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September 7, 2012

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LISTEN: “You do not close down an airline because of an accident” – Stella Oduah speaks to the BBC

by Akan Ido Nigeria’s Aviation Minister, Princess Stella Oduah, spoke with the BBC’s Chris Ewokor on sundry issues in the aviation sector, from the reinstatement of the Dana licence (“You don’t close down an airline because of an accident”), to Jimoh Ibrahim’s recent firing of all Air Nigeria staff (“Air Nigeria has been irresponsible”). The... Read More

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September 7, 2012

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Sacked Air Nigeria staff promise showdown, owed 4-months pay

by Isi Esene The disengaged staff of the troubled airline, Air Nigeria, have planned a protest march today to register their grievances against their sack by the management of the airline led by Jimoh Ibrahim. On Wednesday, the operations of the airline was temporarily suspended by the airline management and workers summarily sacked purportedly on... Read More

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September 5, 2012

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“My staff are disloyal” – Jimoh Ibrahim fires all Air Nigeria workers, closes down airline

by Isi Esene Air Nigeria has suspended its operations for the next 12 months and sacked a substantial number of its workforce. The suspension is set to commence from September 10, 2012. The management of the airline which operates national, regional, and international routes revealed this in a statement released yesterday by its chairman, Barrister... Read More

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July 11, 2012

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It’s a wrap folks? Lufthansa terminates contract to maintain Air Nigeria aircraft

by Hauwa Gambo It’s like watching a train wreck in slow-mo – this matter of Jimoh Ibrahim’s Air Nigeria. The latest news is that Lufthansa Airlines has terminated its contract to maintain Air Nigeria aircraft, Thisday is reporting. This is soon after General Electric Commercial Aviation Services (GECAS) withdrew its four aircraft from the airline... Read More

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July 5, 2012

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One week, one trouble: Air Nigeria creditors re-possess 4 of its aircraft … staff to be laid off

by Doyin Jaiyesimi Since the ill-fated Dana plane crash, airline operators have not been having the best of days. Air Nigeria in particular has found itself moving from one trouble to the other in quick succession. General Electric Commercial Services, a renowned United States aircraft leasing company, has announced that it intends to repossess four... Read More

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June 13, 2012

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That didn’t take long: Air Nigeria to resume flights Thursday

by Tolu Orekoya Air Nigeria is set to get back in the air after being grounded by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), pending an audit. The airline’s domestic and regional routes were grounded after a round of strikes by its pilots an engineers over their compensation. The media relations manager for the airline, Samuel... Read More

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June 13, 2012

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Strike Two: Air Nigeria has been grounded

by Hauwa Gambo Air Nigeria’s continuing controversies seem to have come to a head. According to Daily Times: “The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the operations of Air Nigeria as a result of the strike embarked upon by its engineers and pilots over their remuneration. “Sam Adurogboye, the NCAA’s spokesman, confirmed the suspension,... Read More

Air Nigeria, engineers, grounded, pilots, strike

June 13, 2012

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Singing pilots and stinky aircraft: New York Times deconstructs air travel in Nigeria

by Hauwa Gambo This surreal piece was published by the New York Times this morning about the experience of travelling in Nigeria. As the writer notes, us impassive Nigerian travellers are truly living “on the edge of catastrophe.” Read: he ordeal of flying in Nigeria begins with the chaotic crowds waving wads of cash who... Read More

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May 28, 2012

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Let me out! Passengers flee Air Nigeria flight when engines refuse to start

by Tolu Orekoya When your car doesn’t kick-start in the morning, it is not too big of an issue if the engine fails on Third Mainland Bridge, being stranded might be the biggest consequence. When a plane’s engine refuses to start the passengers might not just be annoyed, but might just worry what will happen if... Read More

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May 20, 2012

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Get ready to flap your wings: Air Nigeria to go public in 2 years

by Lekan Olanrewaju The official flag carrier may be experiencing some serious changes very soon. It has been revealed that there are plans to take Air Nigeria public within the next 2 years. Chairman of the airline, Barrister Jimoh Ibrahim stated in London, during an inaugural dinner to celebrate the recommencement of international flights by the... Read More

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It’s official! This is what the new national carrier, Nigerian Eagle looks like (PHOTOS)

Aero Contractors to be named national carrier, changes name to ‘Nigerian Eagle’

‘No, Jimoh Ibrahim was not arrested’: FIRS explains billionaire’s role in N6.8 billion tax evasion allegations

Court awards Air Nigeria passenger N5m as compensation for cancelled flight

“Nigerians should thank me that I did not kill anybody while running Air Nigeria” – Jimoh Ibrahim

“I don’t know why people are crucifying me over Air Nigeria” – Jimoh Ibrahim’s latest rant

“He owes us 4-months’ pay” – Air Nigeria staff take Jimoh Ibrahim to court

“I am bigger than Richard Branson” – Top 10 craziest quotes by Jimoh Ibrahim

TICKER: Air Nigeria passengers stranded for hours in London, asked to contribute for fuel

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: The Air Nigeria disaster (YNaija FrontPage)

LISTEN: “You do not close down an airline because of an accident” – Stella Oduah speaks to the BBC

Sacked Air Nigeria staff promise showdown, owed 4-months pay

“My staff are disloyal” – Jimoh Ibrahim fires all Air Nigeria workers, closes down airline

It’s a wrap folks? Lufthansa terminates contract to maintain Air Nigeria aircraft

One week, one trouble: Air Nigeria creditors re-possess 4 of its aircraft … staff to be laid off

That didn’t take long: Air Nigeria to resume flights Thursday

Strike Two: Air Nigeria has been grounded

Singing pilots and stinky aircraft: New York Times deconstructs air travel in Nigeria

Let me out! Passengers flee Air Nigeria flight when engines refuse to start

Get ready to flap your wings: Air Nigeria to go public in 2 years

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