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Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is an international airport serving Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria. It is the main airport serving the Nigerian capital city and was named after Nigeria's first President, Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904–1996). The airport is approximately southwest of the city centre, and has an international and a domestic terminal that share its single runway. History A new airport terminal was built in 2000 by Julius Berger, located near the existing terminal that served both domestic and international flights. The new terminal opened in 2002 and serves international flights. The existing terminal now serves domestic flights. In November 2006, the Abuja Gateway Consortium signed a US$101.1 million contract for the management of the airport over the next 25 years. The contract included the construction of an airport hotel, private car parks, shopping malls, and a bonded warehouse, totalling US$50 million during its first five years, and a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Federal Airports Authority Of Nigeria
Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is a service organization statutorily charged to manage all Commercial Airports in Nigeria and provide service to both passenger and cargo airlines. Generally, to create conditions for the development in the most economic and efficient manner of air transport and the services connected with it. The agency has its head office in Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. History Civil Aviation in Nigeria is a spin-off of the British colonial rule. But above all else, it is a product of a mere accident of history dating back to 1925 in the unlikeliest of places – the ancient, walled city of Kano. The first aircraft to ever land in Nigerian territory are three Airco DH.9A of 47 Squadron (Stationed at Helwan Near Cairo), the planes landed at Maiduguri on 1 November 1925, on their way to Kano (city), Kano and latter Kaduna (city), Kaduna on 6 November, the air trip was Led by then Squadron Leader Arthur Coni ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Julius Berger (construction Company)
Julius Berger is a Nigerian construction company, headquartered in Abuja, with additional permanent locations in Lagos and Uyo. Julius Berger Nigeria Plc is a Nigerian company offering holistic services covering the planning, design, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of buildings, infrastructure and industry projects in Nigeria. The company is represented across Nigeria in structural engineering and infrastructure works, and in southern Nigeria through domestic and international oil and gas industry projects. It is known for constructing most of Nigeria's infrastructure, major expressways, and even some residential buildings for the Chevron Nigeria headquarters in Lagos. The company has been listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange since 1991. The construction business of Julius Berger is the heart of the Julius Berger Group. With 18,000 employees from close to 40 nations and clients from both Nigeria and the global oil and gas industry. History Julius Berger's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport
Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport or Sultan Saddik Abubakar Airport is an airport serving Sokoto, the capital of the Sokoto State in Nigeria. It is named after Siddiq Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto from 1938 to 1988. Airlines and destinations Statistics See also *Transport in Nigeria *List of airports in Nigeria *Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is a service organization statutorily charged to manage all Commercial Airports in Nigeria and provide service to both passenger and cargo airlines. Generally, to create conditions for the development ... References External links *OurAirports - Sokoto Airports in Nigeria [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Port Harcourt International Airport
Port Harcourt International Airport is an international airport serving Port Harcourt, the capital city of the Rivers State in Nigeria. The airport has two terminals for both international and domestic flights. The new International terminal was commissioned by the executive president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari on 25 October 2018. In 2009, the airport served 1,081,587 passengers, making it the third-busiest airport in Nigeria. The manager of the Port Harcourt international airport is Mrs Ifesinachi Ezike. History In 1997, Air France started flights to Paris. On 18 August 2006, the airport was closed for repairs. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority stated that the emergency shutdown was in order to overhaul the runway and build a fence around the facility. Such maintenance had been in planning stages for several months, but an electrical fire on 17 August 2006 made repairs immediately necessary. All domestic flights were diverted to Sam Mb ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Sam Mbakwe Airport
Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport , also known as Imo State Airport, serves Owerri, the capital city of Imo State in southeastern Nigeria. It is located in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Imo State. The building of the airport commenced with the administration of the first civilian governor of the old Imo State (now, Imo, Abia and Southern Ebonyi states), Dee Sam Mbakwe, in 1983, from generous contributions of the indigenes and people of the state and throughout the Igbo land. While this is the first state-owned airport, it is the first community-driven airport project ever known, at least, in the West of Africa. The project also enjoyed immense support from successive Federal Military Governments especially under Navy Captain James N.J. Aneke, who saw to its completion, commissioning and operational commencement on 15 July 1994, under the late General Sani Abacha. Other cities served by the airport are the commercial city of Onitsha, the automobile and manufacturing c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) () is an international airport located in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria, and is the major airport serving the entire state. The airport was initially built during World War II and is named after Murtala Muhammed (1938–1976), the fourth head of state of Nigeria. History The airport was built during World War II. West African Airways Corporation, West African Airways Corporation (WAAC) was formed in 1947 and had its main base at Ikeja. De Havilland Doves were initially operated on WAACs Nigerian internal routes then West African services. Larger Douglas Dakotas were added to the Ikeja-based fleet from 1957. Originally known as Lagos Airport, it was renamed after the military head of state Murtala Muhammed in 1976 following his assassination in a failed coup attempt. A new international terminal modeled after Amsterdam Airport Schiphol was constructed through the decade at a cost of ₦240 million, officially opening on 15 March 19 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Benin Airport
Benin Airport is an airport serving Benin City, the capital of Edo State in Nigeria. The runway is in the middle of the city. History Benin City Airport was built in the 1970s as a small airfield to serve the local community. Over the years, it has undergone several upgrades and expansions to become a modern airport, with a new terminal building and improved facilities. In 2007, the airport was renovated and expanded to accommodate larger aircraft and increase passenger capacity. Facilities The airport has a modern terminal building, duty-free shops, restaurants, currency exchange services, and car rental services. The airport also has a runway that is 2,451 meters long and 45 meters wide, with a taxiway and apron facilities. The airport has a capacity to handle up to 500 passengers per hour. Airlines and Destinations Benin City Airport is served by several airlines, including Air Peace, Arik Air, Green Africa Airways, and United Nigeria Airlines. The airport offers f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Bauchi State Airport
The Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport is a new airport serving the city of Bauchi, the capital of Bauchi State, Nigeria. It is named after Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, who was Prime Minister of Nigeria from 1957 to 1966. The airport is northwest of Bauchi. The airport was constructed in 18 months to replace the in-town Bauchi Airport, and has scheduled airline service. A cargo terminal is also planned. The BU non-directional beacon (Ident: BU) and Bauchi VOR-DME (Ident: BCH) are located on the field. It was established in 2014 by Governor Isa Yuguda to further help with the tourism of the state in Nigeria. Runway Bauchi Airport has one runway. Its surface is waxed with asphalt to enhance steep pressure on the runway which is also enlighted. Hub Bauchi Airport is a hub for Overland Airways and Arik Airways, these airlines have one of the largest swifts in the aviation industry. Because the aircraft is in a better condition, they are fit for com ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Abuja - Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV - DNAA) AN0845038
Abuja (; , ) is the capital city of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, strategically situated at the geographic midpoint of the country within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). As the seat of the Federal Government of Nigeria, it hosts key national institutions, landmarks, and buildings spread across its over 50 districts. It replaced Lagos (the most populous city in Nigeria) as the capital on 12 December 1991. Abuja's geography is defined by Aso Rock, a monolith left by water erosion. The Presidential Complex, National Assembly, Supreme Court and much of the city extends to the south of the rock. Zuma Rock, a monolith, lies just north of the city on the expressway to Kaduna. At the 2006 census, the city of Abuja had a population of 776,298 and 179,674 households making it one of the ten most populous cities in Nigeria (eighth place in 2006). According to the United Nations, Abuja grew by 139.7% between 2000 and 2010, making it the fastest-growing city in the world. , the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is the civil aviation authority of Nigeria. the Director General of NCAA is Captain Muhktar Usman. Capt. Musa Shuaibu Nuhu was Director General till December 2023. Capt. Chris Najomo is the current acting Director-General. Offices Its head office (Corporate Headquarters) is located on the grounds of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in the national capital of Nigeria, Abuja. It has regional offices in the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja Lagos State, also acting as the Operational Headquarters of the agency, Port Harcourt International Airport in Port Harcourt, and in Kano. References External links {{Portal, Nigeria, AviationNigerian Civil Aviation Authority Government of Nigeria Nigeria Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa. It is situated between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of . With Demog ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
