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Aviation Boost: Enugu Air Secures NCAA Approval, Set to Begin Local Flights
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted Enugu Air the green light to begin domestic flight operations, officially marking the airline’s entry into Nigeria’s aviation industry.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday by Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, who noted that the approval aligns with the Federal Government’s broader agenda to support the growth of indigenous airlines.
Enugu Air was formally unveiled on Monday, July 7, 2025, by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, during a launch ceremony attended by Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah.
The new carrier is kicking off operations with three Embraer 170 aircraft, each seating about 76 passengers.
For now, Enugu Air is operating under a transitional partnership with XEJet, which has been authorised to conduct flights on its behalf pending the completion of Enugu Air’s Air Operator Certificate (AOC) process.
According to the NCAA, this interim arrangement was made possible through a completed variation process, which added the Embraer 170 aircraft to XEJet’s existing Operations Specifications (OpsSpecs).
“Enugu Air has entered into an operational partnership with XEJet while it finalises its AOC certification,” the NCAA stated.
“XEJet has successfully completed the variation procedure required to include the EMB 170 aircraft in its OpsSpecs, as per NCAA’s five-phase certification protocol.”
Currently, flight bookings for Enugu Air are facilitated through XEJet’s platform, with users redirected from Enugu Air’s official website.
The regulatory agency emphasised that the licensing approval aligns with the Aviation Minister’s 5-Point Agenda aimed at strengthening indigenous airlines, improving the ease of doing business, and deepening reforms in the aviation sector.
“The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) hereby approves the commencement of Enugu Air’s domestic flight operations, consistent with the Honourable Minister’s vision to grow homegrown airlines,” the statement said.
The NCAA reaffirmed its commitment to upholding stringent standards of safety, security, and consumer protection while ensuring a level playing field within the aviation industry.
Security agencies have stepped up surveillance and tightened protection around key facilities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) following intelligence indicating a possible insurgent attack on critical infrastructure.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
What is the current Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki FX)?....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Here is the Dollar to Naira rate for April 16. These are the prevailing rates at which dollars are exchanged for naira in the parallel market.
How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market?
At the Lagos parallel market, traders sell one dollar for ₦1400 and buy at ₦1390 as of Thursday, April 16, 2026, according to Bureau De Change (BDC) sources.
It is important to note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize the black market and has advised individuals to carry out foreign exchange transactions through authorized banks.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate (Today)
- Selling Rate: ₦1400
- Buying Rate: ₦1390
Dollar to Naira CBN Rate (Today)
- Highest Rate: ₦1344
- Lowest Rate: ₦1340
Keep in mind that actual buying and selling rates may differ slightly due to market fluctuations.
The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) began nationwide on Thursday, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate across accredited centres.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The exam, conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple daily sessions.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, urged examination officials to remain highly committed and professional, noting that the success of the exercise depends largely on their dedication.
He gave the charge during a virtual final briefing for technical officers ahead of the examination, where he also praised staff, ad hoc personnel, service providers, and technical advisers for their roles in the successful conduct of the mock exam.
Oloyede said many of the issues recorded during the mock exercise were due to poor assessment of centres by some technical officials.
He further stated that incentive packages would be awarded to teams that perform exceptionally, particularly in handling exam materials and submitting timely reports.
Reiterating JAMB’s zero-tolerance stance on malpractice, he warned candidates against bringing prohibited items into examination halls.
He also disclosed that biometric verification and real-time monitoring systems have been deployed to protect the integrity of the exercise.
Candidates whose biometrics cannot be verified, he added, will be rescheduled to write the exam at approved centres.
Meanwhile, a NAN correspondent monitoring proceedings at Aduvie International School, Jahi, reported that the first session scheduled for 8:30 a.m. began slightly behind schedule at about 8:40 a.m.
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