Senate rejects move to revive Nigeria Airways and Air Nigeria

Nigeria’s Senate rejected a proposal to revive Nigeria Airways and Air Nigeria, saying the country should instead establish a viable new national carrier. It urged the federal government to renegotiate and enforce the bilateral air services agreement with China so Nigerian airlines can operate direct flights and receive reciprocal access. The Senate also called for diplomatic talks on business visas for Nigerian traders and reciprocal airport slot allocations. Its Aviation and Foreign Affairs committees were instructed to report on compliance within four weeks.